Leaf Peeper Paradise Overnight Package at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Fans of fall rejoice. This autumn adventure takes the season to a whole new level. Experience the changing colors at your own leisure as you roam 1,300 acres of autumn beauty at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. This package includes […]
Unlike traditional and tight hotel rooms, The Cove of Lake Geneva offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom suites with kitchens and patios — room to stretch out yet stay together! Perfect for family vacations, girlfriend getaways and corporate outings, The Cove is ideally situated just steps from Lake Geneva’s charming downtown, beach, Riviera Pier, restaurants, […]
Sleek and edgy with a twist of Wisco tradition, the 146-room Ridge Hotel debuted its multi-million-dollar redesign this past spring to rave reviews. Parked along the beautiful shores of Lake Como, The Ridge features two new dining options — the smart and sumptuous Crafted Americana restaurant and the bean + vine coffee and wine bar […]
It’s time for round six of Chicago Ideas Week (CIW), one of the largest festivals our fantastic city has to offer. Between Oct. 17 and 23, you can attend talks, conversations and labs on a wealth of, well, ideas — from journalism to entrepreneurship to politics. With speakers this year including entertainment exec Ariel Emanuel, […]
Many people think sex trafficking is a crime that occurs in far-flung areas of the world. In fact, it’s a domestic and even local issue, and one that is on the rise as commercialized sex increases, particularly in affluent populations. With an increasing amount of sex purchased online, the sex trafficking industry is fueled by […]
Updated Sept. 11, 2018 Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest right here in Chicago! The autumn celebration of Oktoberfest, which originated with the Royal Wedding in Munich in 1810, is now observed all over the world. Ring in fall with traditional German music, cold beer, and samplings of Bavarian food at the city’s top locations. […]
Nothing says fall like a great tailgate — the perfect combination of family, friends and football. Here are eight gadgets that will not only make your party complete, but will also make you the envy of your fellow tailgaters. 1. Ion Audio iPA77 Tailgater Portable Bluetooth Speaker Equipped with a microphone, Bluetooth technology, AM/FM Radio and […]
Once you have children, kid-centered family vacations start to replace those spontaneous weekend getaways and romantic tropical vacations you used to take with your spouse. Sure, making memories with the kids at Disney World is wonderful, but every once in a while, mama needs a quiet beach, a steamy novel and a cold Mai Tai! […]
On Aug. 23, Historic Wagner Farm reached the 1 million visitors milestone. The farm, which has been part of the Glenview Park District since 2000, began counting visitors in 2002. The 1 millionth visitors were the Barnett family, who received a certificate and a VIP family event pass. Wagner Farm, which is open to the public for recreation […]
The end of the Olympics doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying international sports. Next month, North Avenue Beach will house Chicago’s own polo arena for the Qatar Airways Chicago Beach Polo Cup. The three-day tournament will feature retail pop-up shops by Qatar Airways and United States Polo Association, restaurants, a wine tent, champagne and […]
