Cooking on vacation? You must be kidding! For many, an essential ingredient to being on vacation is freedom from kitchen duty. Yet, the popularity of cooking TV shows and a yearning for authentic travel experiences has a growing number of travelers spicing up their vacations with cooking classes and culinary tours. Here’s a taste of […]
As it turns out, I’m fortunate that my parents couldn’t afford new furniture for the rambling old Georgian colonial home where they raised five children.
Teatime is brewing. Most of our days are filled with work, chores and other responsibilities, but sometimes it’s good to slow down a little. Our suggestion? Take time out for afternoon tea, a leisurely luxury that’s steeped in tradition and perfect for Mother’s Day. A cup of tea infuses a bit of calmness into our […]
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 […]
Can’t wait to get away and enjoy some sun and sand? Take your vacation to the next level this year with three destinations perfect for the adventurous family or even those sticking to a budget.
Spring break is coming, and so starts the joy of packing. Since 1920, Kaehler has been helping travelers pack for their trips, and we know that it’s never easy to look good and pack smart. After all, it’s not just about how to pack, but also what to pack. So sit back and soak in […]
Not heading to warmer climes for spring break this year?
Looking for designer wear but want to shop smart? The new Fashion Outlets of Chicago has everyone from practical moms to fashionistas buzzing. Getting There Construction and confusing signs mean you should pre-map the route (we took an impromptu tour of O’Hare). Once the roads are complete, it should be easy-on, easy-off, but not quite yet. […]
It’s a whole new ball game for the legions of Chicago Cubs fans that head to Arizona every March for spring training.
It’s a whole new ball game for the legions of Chicago Cubs fans that head to Arizona every March for spring training. After more than 60 years at the same stadium in Mesa, AZ, the Cubs are moving three miles away to a brand new ballpark. “It brings the best of what Cubs fans love […]
