Scotch whisky was my fiancé’s thing—until we went to Scotland together. Then it quickly became “our thing.” While touring distilleries and tasting some of the world’s most iconic single malts in two different regions of the country, I came to appreciate the myriad, complex flavors of Scotch. At the same time, we took in breathtaking […]
Life’s a journey! Say “Bon voyage” in style with these great travel gifts for your favorite globetrotter. 1. STM Drifter Laptop Backpack: Tech-toting travelers will get a charge out of the plethora of pockets allowing easy access to e-reader, computer, smartphone, cables and charger. Plenty of padding keeps your computer safe and makes it comfy to carry. $149 2. Yosi Samra Ballet Flats: Smart […]
Brooklyn is the new trendy borough that everyone’s talking about, but it can seem big and foreign if you’re accustomed to spending your time in Manhattan. There’s a good reason for this: Brooklyn is roughly three times the size of Manhattan—it’s the city’s second largest borough, after Queens, and the most populous. You could easily […]
With arts festivals like Luminato and the Toronto International Film Festival and museums like the Art Gallery of Ontario, there’s no denying that Toronto is one of the most culturally vibrant cities in North America. It’s the fourth largest city on the continent—bigger than Chicago—and great to visit any time of year. Plus, it’s close […]
St. Kitts is a haven for many A-list celebrities—Oprah Winfrey, Sylvestor Stallone, Britney Spears and Regis Philbin all love to vacation here. To visit the island, it is clear why it serves as an oasis to so many: white sands, turquoise waters, lush rainforests and sprawling sugarcane fields (you’ll soon realize why locals refer to […]
Summer is giving way to fall, and Mother Nature is gearing up to put on a very colorful show.
Summer is giving way to fall, and Mother Nature is gearing up to put on a very colorful show. Now is the time to start thinking about an autumn excursion, be it a weekend road trip or a Saturday afternoon. Here are the best local spots and drivable destinations for viewing fall’s colors. Starved Rock […]
After countless days basking in the sunshine, the end of summer is begrudgingly nigh. Kids are back in school, and, as they say, winter is coming. Say sayonara to summer with these Labor Day philanthropic events, and use your extra time off to celebrate and support your peers. 1. Cheer on the Chicago Women’s Half Marathon. […]
Located near some of Southern California’s most coveted activities, Newport Beach is the perfect place to launch a day of exploration.
Once upon a time, Andersonville was home to Swedish immigrants. Today, this quaint Chicago neighborhood boasts restaurants serving cuisine from around the world and enough shopping to fill up a long afternoon. Furniture fanatics and antique collectors will delight in the many home décor shops. Plus, it’s just a short drive from the North Shore […]
