Looking to get out of the city but don't want to go too far? These spots around Chicago offer an escape from the bustle and are just a short drive away.
Located just 75 miles northwest of Chicago on the other side of the Wisconsin border, Lake Geneva provides a year-round escape from hectic city life and is a short day trip or great weekend destination.
Naperville is one of the best known suburbs of Chicago. It's received accolades from Money Magazine, Modern Maturity, and Home Computing. Generally perceived as one of the best Chicagoland areas in which to live, Naperville is not just a bedroom community. With a population of over 140,000, it's more than a suburb of Chicago, but the fourth largest city in Illinois.
