A Short Walk in Lincoln Park: Discover this Free Park and Zoo
Take a walk in Lincoln Park and you’ll discover a few of the free things to do in this Chicago treasure.
Café Smilga: A Taste of Eastern Europe in Illinois
A Lithuanian immigrant shares why Café Smilga reminds her of home.
25 Delightful Road Trips from Chicago
If you’re looking to get away from the city, here are the best destinations for weekend road trips from Chicago.
Reflecting on 20 Years in Chicago
I looked over the top of the Merchandise Mart at the Sears Tower and smelled chocolate. I could hear the Brown Line seventeen floors below me. It was a new …
Being a Local Tourist in Elgin Illinois
Straddling the Fox River about 40 miles northwest of Chicago, Elgin is a city rich with history, art, shopping, and the great outdoors. Dining and drinking options abound, and while …
Fresh Air and Fine Feasting at Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa
Need to get away? With delicious dining and lots of great outdoors, Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa fits the bill. We pulled out of the driveway. Suitcases in the trunk. …
An Illinois Road Trip Adventure: Route 66
Start where the Mother Road begins and explore Route 66 in Illinois.
Dig Into Delicious with McHenry County Restaurant Week
Go on a culinary exploration with a week’s worth of tasty deals.
Why McHenry County is the Perfect Place to be a Local Tourist
Find out why McHenry County, Illinois, is a place you definitely want to visit and explore.
Take a Photo Walk of Elgin Public Art
Put on your walking shoes and get ready for a beautiful day of art.
An Epicurean Exploration of Elgin Illinois
Get your taste buds ready for a delicious tour of Elgin Illinois, the City in the Suburbs.
How to do a 30 Day Nature Challenge
The unexpected benefits of making a commitment to get outside, every day.