“But it’s the X-Flight! Please, please take me with you! I have to go to Great America!” It’s been a while since I’ve made the trek to Great America. The family vacation to Walt Disney World raised the bar, and it was going to take the promise of a revolutionary coaster—the X-Flight—and a couple of […]
C’mon, admit it—you’re counting the days until summer vacation. Now you’re staring down the calendar, trying to find time for a trip. No problem—whether it’s a couples getaway or packing the kids into the minivan, Fodor’s Travel Executive Editorial Director Arabella Bowen has several great suggestions for in-town excitement and weekend getaways that don’t involve […]
A destination club is a hybrid of owning a second home and investing in a timeshare. By joining, you get access to luxury homes and villas at multiple locations, assistance planning the trip and on-site services. Here’s a comparison of the bigger players in the market today and an analysis of what your membership buys […]
Now’s the time of year to start making summer camp plans for your children. Many Chicagoans have a long tradition of sending their youngsters to Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp in central-west Michigan and Interlochen Center for the Arts in northwest Michigan. Here are some reasons why these camps might be places to consider for […]
You need a shot of romance this winter, and there are lots of hotels in Chicago that are romance-ready. The trick is finding the perfect one. We figure you already know (or have stayed at) the Four Seasons and the Ritz Carlton, and as lovely as they are, we wanted to give you a few […]
If you’re going to do a European city vacation with tweens or teens, I vote for Rome.
When Evanston resident and yoga instructor Courtney Riley, 33, wants to make a difference, she takes a hike. Not to a local forest preserve, but the highest mountain in Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro. The only thing that could top it? The high she gets from helping others. She’s able to do both when traveling with the […]
Here’s my insider guide to the resources that will make your trip to Rome a wonderful family vacation. And if you’re still wondering if Rome is right for your family, check out my article: 10 Reasons to Take a Roman Holiday with Teens. Where to Stay Romantic – Hassler Exclusive and expensive atop the Spanish […]
With a little planning ahead, every day of Holiday Break will be a great family adventure, and all you need to pack is a camera. Mibs has put together a list of destination websites to help you get started. You might want to purchase a Go Chicago Card which includes admission to many popular Chicago […]
Paddle tennis has grown in popularity over the last decade.
