My family's visit to Santa's Village was complimentary, including admission, some activities, and some meals. All opinions are 100% my own. Click here for full disclosure statement. I recently visited Santa's Village Amusement Park in East Dundee, Illinois, with my family. I … [Read more...] about Santa’s Village Amusement Park in East Dundee, Illinois: Creating family memories for 60 years
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“Whitewater not for me!” and other lessons learned at Marge Cline Whitewater Course in Yorkville, Illinois
This post contains affiliate links. Read full disclosure here. I genuinely enjoy kayaking and canoeing but don't have much opportunity to paddle while at home in Chicago. My paddling adventures typically happen while I'm traveling. That being said, I don't … [Read more...] about “Whitewater not for me!” and other lessons learned at Marge Cline Whitewater Course in Yorkville, Illinois
Kinzie Hotel: Where to stay in Chicago with kids
I love when people ask me for Chicago travel advice. I mean, I've lived in the city my entire life. My family and I actually go out to experience much of what Chicago has to offer. So, I think I'm a fairly qualified person to ask for advice. The only time I feel a bit uncertain … [Read more...] about Kinzie Hotel: Where to stay in Chicago with kids
Chicago family staycation at Renaissance Chicago O’Hare Suites Hotel
I've said for years that Chicago is an exceptional place for travelers to live. With its diversity, top-notch art and entertainment, and world-class museums, Chicago residents like myself can "travel" without even leaving the city. Sometimes day trips to different neighborhoods … [Read more...] about Chicago family staycation at Renaissance Chicago O’Hare Suites Hotel
Introducing Radio Flyer Adventure Travel Agency
To celebrate "100 years of imagination on wheels", Radio Flyer is opening the first-ever travel agency for kids! More than ever, kids' creative freedom and imagination are being limited by a world of structured play. Radio Flyer is in the business of imagination. For 100 … [Read more...] about Introducing Radio Flyer Adventure Travel Agency