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 […]
St. Helena is situated in the charming heart of the Napa Valley, between Yountville and Calistoga, right along Highway 29. The town is bursting with personality and has a significant local feel, rather than a touristy vibe. Winemaking here dates back to the 1800s, its history echoing through the gables and turrets of the magnificent […]
It’s our ultimate dilemma: what to do for a fun night out with the girls, without having to schlep all the way downtown? Well, voilà! Look no further than your own backyard. These are the coolest places to hit with your girlfriends for a night out on the town in the ‘burbs. It’s Always Wine […]
On July 1, Art Institute of Chicago Sustaining Fellows were invited to walk through “Magritte: The Mystery of the Ordinary, 1926-1938.” Douglas Druick, President and Eloise W. Martin Director of the Art Institute of Chicago, calls this “the latest in a long line of groundbreaking exhibitions” at the museum. According to the Art Institute’s website, […]
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 our […]
It’s not your father’s camping. And if there is such a thing as glamour in camping, this is it. Ditch the pitching and step inside this tent—not exactly served on a silver platter, but set up on a wooden platform with all the comforts of home. Inside, you will find thick, comfy beds flanked by […]
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 […]
