Cool adventures await at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in beautiful Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. The sign is unmistakable. Naturally framed by the freshly fallen snow — and in picturesque harmony with the land around it — the words “Grand Geneva” adorn a sizable stone bastion. Yes, it is the name of the resort. But it […]
Winterfest, home to the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Competion, brings teams from across the country to compete in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Each team of three sculptors has three days to create works of art out of 9-foot-tall columns of snow. Held lakeside in Downtown Lake Geneva, this event is the only national competition of its […]
Experience Lake Geneva’s annual Winterfest featuring the U.S. National Snow Sculpting Competition and you’ll never look at snow the same way again! It’s impossible not to be wowed by the workmanship and artistry on display as snow sculpting teams from across the country transform the lakefront with 9-foot-tall sculptures made of snow. Taking place Feb. […]
When you consider your vacation plans this year, think outside the box. These alternatives to tourist favorites offer experiences that are more affordable, less crowded, more intimate or less stressful. Sometimes all of the above. For Mexican beaches, head to Riviera Nayarit instead of Cancun Although its airport is the busiest in Mexico, Cancun has […]
During the summer, families retreat to Lake Geneva for boating, fishing, beaches and other lake activities. But come winter, Lake Geneva transforms into a different kind of getaway spot — one where you can take a sled ride down a mountain, ice fish on a frozen lake or cozy up to an outdoor fireplace. Whether […]
Start your weekend at a Winter Wonderland in Glenview before heading to Chicago for a new exhibit at The Field Museum and a new show at Goodman Theatre. You can also hear from a Holocaust survivor at the Illinois Holocaust Museum and honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with multiple events around Chicagoland. Winter Wonderland […]
We came. We saw. We conquered … the gift shop. Family vacations are an investment in experiences, providing an opportunity to relax, reconnect and make new memories through exploration and togetherness. After spending the time and money to get to your destination, souvenirs such as overpriced T-shirts or yet another stuffed animal seem like a […]
A new year brings new theater, but it also brings annual winter favorites. Here are five things to do around Chicago this weekend. “Botanic Garden” Opens Jan. 7 Lake Forest “Botanic Garden,” a play written by local author Todd Logan about a widow going on her first date since her husband died (who is also […]
Trade today’s stresses for the charms of yesteryear with a quick getaway to picturesque Galena, Illinios, a three-hour drive from Chicago. With 85 percent of this quaint, tiny town listed as a national historic district, visiting is like stepping back to a calmer time. While the eclectic shops, spas and wineries make for a fun […]
Still not sure what to do on New Year’s Eve? Ring in 2016 with these events around Chicago. Plus, find ways to keep the fun going all weekend long. 1. Chi-Town Rising This weekend’s biggest event is also one of the biggest of the entire year. Spend New Year’s Eve downtown with headlining bands Chicago and American […]
