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
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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
Hometown travel with Go Chicago Card
With school-age children and full-time jobs, our family is not able to travel long term or for as long as might want to. We maximize our time off by planning trips as our work and school schedules allow, but how do we satiate our wanderlust in the meantime? Easy: hometown travel. … [Read more...] about Hometown travel with Go Chicago Card
Anniversary Giveaway #2: All About Chicago!
When I hosted the 5-year anniversary giveaway in January to thank my readers and supporters, I hinted that there would be a part 2. I'm happy to say that it's finally here! Thanks to wonderful partners and fantastic friends, I have not one, but TWO more incredible prize packs to … [Read more...] about Anniversary Giveaway #2: All About Chicago!
The Guesthouse Hotel: Boutique accommodations in Chicago for families
Since I have lived in Chicago my entire life and know the city quite well, I'm often asked for my suggestions on where to go, where to eat, and where to stay in the city. My standard answer is, "If you want to experience REAL Chicago, you need to get into the neighborhoods." One … [Read more...] about The Guesthouse Hotel: Boutique accommodations in Chicago for families