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Illinois Vacation Ideas

One of the cool things to do in Northern Michigan is to visit Sleeping Bear Dunes near Traverse City.

9 Best National Parks in the Midwest

Amanda Williams, Last Updated 03-14-2023

Spend time on the sandy beaches on the island of Oahu a great place to visit in March

Shake Off the Winter Blues: 10 Best Places to Visit in March

Gwen Kleist, Last Updated 02-16-2023

Waikiki Beach in Hawaii

10 Best Places to Visit for a Late Summer August Getaway

Gwen Kleist, Last Updated 12-15-2022

Couples massage at a spa

The Best Spas in Chicago to Rejuvenate and Restore

Camryn Cutinello, Updated January 11, 2023

Chicago's Air & Water Show draws huge crowds to the lakefront. It's one of the best free things to do in Chicago.

13 Best Free Things to Do in Chicago with Kids

Jamie Bartosch, Last Updated 11-18-2022

beautiful scenery for ski trips 2021 - 2022

10 Best Places to Visit in December to Fill You with Holiday Cheer

Gwen Kleist, Last Updated 10-28-2022

Chicago's lakefront

Are There Kid Friendly Hotels in Chicago? You Bet!

Cindy Richards, Updated December 2, 2022

things to do in the fall in Michigan - trees bloom with color along the highways

Fall Colors: Where to See the Best of the Midwest

Cindy Richards, Last Updated 10-06-2022

Pumpkin carved with the word "Chicago"

Chicago Fall Fun: Top Things to Do in the Windy City in Autumn

Camryn Cutinello, Updated December 2, 2022

The queen's court at Bristol Renaissance Faire in Kenosha Wisconsin.

12 Secrets to Surviving Bristol Renaissance Faire in 2022

Cindy Richards, Updated October 23, 2022

12 Secret Spots and Not-to-be-Missed Hidden Gems in Chicago

Mimi Slawoff, Updated December 10, 2022

The famous Cubs marquee in Wrigleyville, a fun spot for a photo in Chicago

8 Things to Do with Kids in Chicago’s Wrigleyville Neighborhood

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

15+ Must-Do Family Friendly Day Trips from Chicago

Cindy Richards, Updated October 18, 2022

Adler Planetarium

14 Fabulous Chicago Museums for Families

Cindy Richards, Updated October 18, 2022

Don't miss Christmas in Chicago with holiday tours.

Christmas in Chicago: 10+ Festive Things to Do In and Near the City

Cindy Richards, Updated October 28, 2022

O'Hare International Airport terminal

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Chicago’s O’Hare Airport

Cindy Richards, Updated October 18, 2022

Chicago Bean sculpture

Illinois Family Vacation Ideas: Great Road Trips from Chicago

Cindy Richards, Updated October 18, 2022

The Chicago Architecture Foundation boat tour of the city architecture along the Chicago River.

4 Reasons the Chicago Architecture Foundation Boat Tour is Worth the Money

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

The wndr Museum is full of Instagram-worthy photo ops.

18 Most Instagram-Worthy Spots in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Portillo's is the best place to get Chicago-styled hot dogs and Italian beef sandwiches.

Fun Kid-Friendly Restaurants in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Navy Pier offers gorgeous views of the Chicago skyline. Photo courtesy of Choose Chicago.

Best Things to Do with Kids at Navy Pier in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

See the Chicago skyline on a weekend in Chicago.

Weekend in Chicago: Architecture, Pizza and the Cubs

Cindy Richards, Updated October 18, 2022

Elegant InterContinental Chicago – Tarzan Swam Here

Cindy Richards, Updated November 11, 2022

The Blue Man Group put STEAM into our STEM activities in Chicago.

4 STEM Activities in Chicago That Aren’t in a Museum

Dia Adams, Updated October 18, 2022

Taking a selfie in the Bean is a must-do on a 3 day itinerary in Chicago

How to See the Best of Kid-Friendly Chicago in Just 3 Days

Andrea Guthmann, Updated October 18, 2022

Planning a quick Chicago trip? You will want a hotel in the loop, near all the action. The Hotel Allegro, with free bikes, lets you enjoy the city.

A Quick Chicago Trip: Hotel Allegro Review

Judy Antell, Updated October 18, 2022

Chicago's Shedd Aquarium facade - beautiful and intriguing, but is a visit worth it?

Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium: Is it worth the high cost?

Jennifer Kaufman, Updated October 18, 2022

Two iconic lions stand in front of the Art Institute of Chicago.

7 Best Kid-Friendly Features of The Art Institute of Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Things to Do with Kids in Millennium Park Chicago

Cindy Richards, Updated October 18, 2022

Where to Find Family Friendly LGBTQ+ Attractions in Chicago

Guest Author, Updated October 18, 2022

A modern afternoon tea is served at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel.

High Tea in Chicago – a Fancy, Fun Afternoon Treat for Families

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

This is Not Your Average Hampton Inn – the Art Deco Splendor of the Hampton Inn Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Indoor Family Fun During Winter in Chicago

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Chicago in Winter Skyline-TMOM

7 Favorite Family Activities in Chicago in Winter

Kirsten Maxwell, Updated October 18, 2022

Hotel Review: A Great Pool at the Hilton Chicago/Oak Brook Hills

Jamie Bartosch, Updated October 18, 2022

Things to do in Chicago: See the skyline from the sky!

Thrilling Things to Do in Chicago – Fly Around the Lakefront

Cindy Richards, Updated October 18, 2022

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