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 […]
With four theme parks, six golf courses and more than 58,000 employees, the Walt Disney World Resort sits on a 47-square-mile plot of land. Disney World is known as the “happiest place on earth,” but it can also be confusing and a bit overwhelming. To the rescue are two experts who have made traveling to […]
No time to head overseas this summer, or maybe it’s just not in the budget? No problem! The U.S. is filled with destinations where the scenery and culture are completely different than here at home. Skip the passport fees (nearly $500 for a family of four) and customs at the airport, and get in line […]
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 […]
The voters have spoken! Thousands of readers took the time to tell us what they find best about the North Shore and Chicago. This year, over 90,000 verified votes were cast in over 11 categories in our annual Best of 2014 awards, and we couldn’t be prouder you responded in such numbers. Here are […]
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 […]
Chicago real-estate consultant Rhea Campbell recently returned from a nine-day vacation in Thailand. Campbell, her husband and their six-year-old son flew business class and they stayed at upscale hotels in Phuket, Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Campbell and her family take about five trips every year, visiting places like Italy’s Amalfi Coast, Punta Cana and Monterey, Calif. If you’re not envious already, consider this: […]
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 […]
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Memorial Day through Labor Day—summer is here! You may be staring down 12 weeks of open space on the calendar, but trust us, it’s going to go fast. Fill it up with fun! We’ve got great guides to get you going, tons of things to do and places to go, and as always, recommendations […]
