Wisconsin Weekend: Summer by the Lake
Are you vowing to savor every minute of warm weather this year?
Behind the Scenes at the Shedd: Protecting Wildlife
Not only does a visit to Shedd Aquarium entertain and inform, it can also pull on your heartstrings. This world-class aquarium regularly rescues and rehabilitates injured animals that no longer can survive in the wild. These animals then join the exhibits at the aquarium, for guests to learn about and enjoy them. “Providing for […]
6 Creative Ideas for Girls' Night Out
Looking to upgrade your standard Mexican and margaritas girls’ night out? Venture down to the city to try something different. These six ideas will get you out of the house for a one-of-a-kind night with friends—no hosting or clean up required. 1. Painting and wine at Bottle & Bottega Get your girlfriends together for a night […]
6 Creative Ideas for Girls’ Night Out
Looking to upgrade your standard Mexican and margaritas girls’ night out? Venture down to the city to try something different. These six ideas will get you out of the house for a one-of-a-kind night with friends—no hosting or clean up required. 1. Painting and wine at Bottle & Bottega Get your girlfriends together for a night […]
Dinosaurs Come Alive at the Brookfield Zoo
Go back in time at the Brookfield Zoo with their new exhibit, “Dinosaurs Alive!” The exhibit, which is the closest thing we have to our very own “Jurassic Park” features 24 life-size animatronic dinosaurs that move and make noise with the press of a button. Created by the innovative folks from Dinosaurs Unearthed, the zoo’s […]
Daytripper: Lincoln Square
It’s a Chicago neighborhood that’s close to the North Shore and nicely compact. In just one block, you’ve got shopping and dining options that can fill an afternoon. Take a cooking class, and it’s an all-day adventure. Café Selmarie A to-go bakery in the front with seating in the back, this café can take care […]
Daytripper: Naperville
Spring is here—and with it, an urge to shake the cabin fever that’s had you in its grip these last few months. Why not escape to the west side for a few hours? Naperville is just short of an hour’s drive from most northern ‘burbs—and while it boasts more than 142,000 residents, the downtown […]
Summer Road Trip Checklist
Whether you’re planning a cross-country trip, or you’re just cruising up to Lake Geneva, make sure your car is in tip-top shape before heading out. Use this checklist to make sure all your bases are covered, so you can enjoy a worry-free trip. Most shops offer free vacation checks, where you can take in […]
Spring Break Staycation Go Guide
Staying around town this week? It’s no reason to sit home—there’s plenty to do in the city and ‘burbs over spring break. We’ve got five great itineraries you can mix and match depending on the weather: Day 1: Take an architectural tour. The Chicago Architectural Foundation offers amazing experiences by bus, by train and by […]
Animal Inside Out: What to Know Before You Go
The Museum of Science and Industry’s “Animal Inside Out” easily ranks in the Top 3 of Chicago’s must-see museum attractions this summer. And being that MSI is home to the exhibition’s U.S. premiere, it’s going to garner a lot of tourist attraction as well. And deservedly so—it’s a feast for the eyes and the mind. […]
