Wrigleyville is so much more than baseball and beer. This historic Chicago neighborhood is steeped in tradition, especially at Wrigley Field. A small but vibrant neighborhood, Wrigleyville is overflowing with both new and old favorites for dining, shopping and entertainment. Bring the family for a Cubs game, of course, but make sure you get there […]
You’ve probably never heard of it and aren’t quite sure how to pronounce it, but Ohiopyle (Ohio-pile) is the perfect spot for a late-summer getaway. Located in Fayette County, Pennsylvania, Ohiopyle has some of the best whitewater rafting in the eastern United States. “Ohiopyle” is Native American for “white frothy water,” and you’ll find plenty […]
Beyond the wrought-iron gates of Highland Park’s Ravinia Festival beckons a thriving neighborhood worthy of a day trip (and most definitely a pre-concert visit)! Ravinia’s small business district, anchored by the Ravinia Metra train station on Roger Williams Avenue, boasts a number of worthwhile restaurants, eclectic shops and beauty salons. SoShee Boutique Enjoy browsing the […]
Evanston is the perfect blend of urban and suburban. It’s filled with funky, trendy shops and restaurants that cater to forward thinking North Shore denizens, especially those that like to eat well. You can easily reach the Dempster Street shopping district via the “L,” or walk from the nearby Metra stops at Davis or Main […]
Winnetka’s northernmost commercial district is a home shopping destination. We love the furniture and furnishings, but the fashion offerings are also worth a trip to the ‘hood. Bedside Manor Contemporary and traditional bed and bath—this venerable store in its new location has linens plus all the extra goodies: beautiful pillows, candles and robes. But the […]
Denver in the summer is all about being outdoors. Whether that’s biking, hiking in the mountains or exploring neighborhoods like Larimer Square and the River North (RiNo) Art District by foot, in the Mile-High City, your body has to work harder to get oxygen and your metabolism increases. So even indulging in Little Man Ice Cream after […]
There’s no reason a Chicago weekend of museums, shopping and a show shouldn’t include plopping onto a plush bed that you won’t have to make the next morning. Several new hotels recently opened around town, from simple to swanky. The Langham 330 N. Wabash Ave. 312-923-9988 The blocky Mies van der Rohe skyscraper (the former […]
Ever dream of overnighting in a castle? You can, while visiting the castle hotels of Europe. Germany has more castle hotels than anywhere in Europe. Not surprisingly, the land of the autobahn, where the auto was actually invented, is a great place to take a road trip. Combine Germany’s rich history and beautiful scenery with […]
Oak Park shares tree-lined streets with the North Shore, but where we got the lake, they got Frank. That would be Frank Lloyd Wright, arguably the world’s most famous architect, who lived and worked in Oak Park from the beginning of his career until 1909. Signs of Wright’s influence are everywhere—starting with his own home […]
Some years you and your besties need a relaxing spa weekend sans kids and spouses, but some years, the girls crave a little excitement. Where to go? New York City. Here’s our guide on where to stay, what to do and where to eat in New York. Where to Stay New York hotels aren’t cheap, […]
