Say Yes to Ferne Clyffe State Park
Ferne Clyffe State Park will always have a warm place in my heart.
Illinois
Illinois celebrated its 200th birthday in 2018. See why you should celebrate the 21st state, too.
Foraging for Fun(gus) at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa hosts area media for their annual morel mushroom hunt with extravagant meals and a walk in the woods.
Centuries of Secrets at Cahokia Mounds
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site preserves the history of an advanced pre-Columbian civilization.
Thunderbird & Wildflowers: Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve
In the northwest corner of Illinois is a preserve of prairie and forest overlooking the Mississippi River.
Learning to Fly: Zipline Through the Trees with Long Hollow Canopy Tours
Have you ever ridden a zipline? Experience what it’s like to ride a zipline with Long Hollow Canopy Tours in Galena. It’s an experience you’ll never forget, and one you’ll want to repeat.
Goldmoor Inn Gets It “Just Right”
Goldmoor Inn Bed & Breakfast in Galena, Illinois, is an elegant getaway located on the Mississippi River.
The Galena Territory
As you approach the extreme northwest corner of Illinois the flat horizons disappear. Known as the driftless area, this is a place the glaciers missed. It’s an area of valleys and bluffs, …
R, R, & R at Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
If you’re looking to get away for some R, R, & R – rest, relaxation, and recreation – Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa is the place to go.
Into the Woods Part II: A Resort with High Morel Standards
When you’re considered one of the Midwest’s best resorts your restaurants are held to a higher standard. The cuisine needs to meet and exceed expectations of excellence. The staff should be loyal …
Into the Woods Part I: Hunting for the Mighty Morel
In the world of gourmet cuisine the mighty morel is a much-desired delicacy. The distinctive mushroom is considered by many to have the best taste of all the wild fungi. With …
Rest & Relaxation at Copperstone Inn
If you’re looking for a romantic escape from Chicago, look no further than Copperstone Inn.
Galena’s Inn At Irish Hollow Is An Idyllic Escape From Chicago
Since staying at the Inn at Irish Hollow in Galena I’ve tried to think of ways to describe the experience, but only one word seemed to truly capture our stay: …