We love Chicago, but it’s also nice to get away every now and then. Find the best weekend excursions and getaways in Chicago and beyond.
2025 has been a year of historic highs at O’Hare. Chicago’s largest airport just recorded the busiest day ever at security just weeks after setting the previous record. The Transportation Security Administra...
Looking for the perfect local getaway from Chicago this summer? One promising gorgeous views and unforgettable photo ops? Look no further than L&A Family Farms in downstate Paris, Illinois! Explore a winding sunflo...
August is blueberry season in Chicago and Windy Acres Farm is celebrating with the ultimate berry bash you won’t want to miss! The beloved farm in nearby Geneva, IL, is gearing up to host its annual Blueberry Fest...
There is a small town in Illinois that embodies a storybook setting with historic 1800s architecture, and it’s just three hours from Chicago. According to a list compiled by World…...
Have you ever dreamed of strolling through a field filled with thousands of blooming lavender plants? If so, you’re in luck! The largest lavender farm in the Midwest is just a drive away from Chicago, and it’...
If you want to experience a European summer without the cost of traveling to Europe, consider a getaway to Frankenmuth, Michigan. Known as Michigan’s Little Bavaria, this charming town…...
Is your summer getaway right around the corner? Your next trip out of O’Hare or Midway might look a little different! The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is rolling back its 20-year-old shoe removal p...
If you’re like us, you conduct thorough research before booking a hotel stay. After all, we love finding a place that feels like a home away from home. A destination that exudes historic architecture, charming dec...
It’s about to be a busy 4th of July weekend at O’Hare and Midway—1.86 million travelers are projected to pass through Chicago’s airports between Wednesday, July 2 and Monday, July 7. With new REAL ID r...
There’s a reason this Michigan town was named one of the best travel destinations by the Wall Street Journal. It’s not just about one or two attractions; it’s about…...
