7 Unique Vacation Spots for Every Type of Traveler

Ready to plan your next vacation but feeling uninspired when it comes to choosing the destination? If you’re tired of the same old annual beach escape or tourist-trap sightseeing trip, now’s the time to try something new. Whether you want to head somewhere sort of familiar but with a newfangled approach, or you want to go rogue and enjoy a […]

2017 Summer Go Guide, Part 1: Events in Chicago and Beyond

Another summer stretches out before us — 99 days ready to be filled with festivals, outdoor movies, museum visits, live music, sporting events and more. But before you head out and start enjoying everything this season has to offer, start planning with our Summer Go Guide. Jurassic World: The Exhibition Opens May 26 The Field […]

Shedd Aquarium: Unbelievable Lives Here

At Shedd Aquarium, every visit brings you face-to-face with unbelievable, unforgettable animals from the waters of the world — 32,000 of them! The giant Pacific octopus already defies belief, with eight curling arms covered with more than 2,000 suckers that enable it to open jars or take apart puzzles. But inside this incredible invertebrate beat […]

Enter to Win a Lake Geneva Restaurant Week Getaway

Lake Geneva Restaurant Week (June 2-11, 2017) will feature special menus, events and hotel deals, and Visit Lake Geneva wants you to be there to enjoy it all! Enter below to win a getaway package that includes: Two nights accommodations at The Ridge Hotel $100 gift certificate for Lake Geneva School of Cooking $50 dining certificate […]

Summer Fun With the Chicago Sky

The Chicago Sky is a professional women’s basketball team and is part of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). The WNBA is the longest running female professional sports league in the world. Founded in 2005, the Chicago Sky became the first independently owned WNBA team in the country. Principal Owner Michael Alter is a Chicago native and […]

How to Choose the Best Cruise for Your Family

There’s nothing quite like looking out your “hotel” room window and seeing open sea for miles. Whether you’re a cruise regular or considering a first-time voyage, there are a number of decisions you need to make to ensure you choose the perfect cruise. Do you love the idea of vacation where you’re always on the […]

Eco-Friendly Getaways Near Chicago

Looking for a place to escape within driving distance of the Chicago area? How about some family-friendly venues and destinations that support a “go green” initiative? These great getaways near Chicago are all within a five hour drive. Plus, find tips for reducing the carbon footprint of your travel at carbonfund.org. Going Green in Wisconsin […]