The Ultimate Guide to Wrigley Field We’ve waited 108 years, but we’re finally hanging a brand-new World Champions banner in Wrigley Field. Now that we have the curse off of our backs, the long history of the “Friendly Confines” isn’t quite so bittersweet. What better time for us to sit down and really explore the…
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How to Plan a Weekend Getaway to Chicago
You’ve got a weekend free and decided to take a trip to Chicago. The bustling and beautiful city offers plenty to do, so you want to make the most of it. The largest city in Illinois, Chicago has over 77 unique community areas, each with its own distinctive neighborhoods and personalities that offer opportunities for…
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How to Travel to Chicago on a Budget
A vacation in Chicago is always a good idea, but it’s not always easy on the wallet. When you add up the cost of hotels, meals out and admission to attractions, it’s easy to think Chicago is expensive. But don’t worry: it’s completely possible to visit Chicago on a budget without missing out on all…
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The Most Instagrammable Spots in Chicago
Chicago’s Most Instagram Worthy Attractions Art, food, culture, magnificent city views — Chicago has it all. Is it any wonder the city’s hashtag (#chicago) has more than 25 million posts on Instagram? Whether you call the Windy City home or you’re planning a trip there soon, make sure you check out and take photos of…
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Planning Your Vacation to the Windy City
The votes are in, and the Windy City won as your next vacation spot. But, with so many world-famous museums, amazing architecture and endless entertainment and dining options, planning your trip to Chicago can be a bit overwhelming. Lucky for you, we know a thing or two about the city. Watch your Chicago travel plans…
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How to Make Puppy-Friendly Pizza
Pup Friendly Pizza Your canine bestie is so much more than a pet. He’s your partner in crime for all of your greatest adventures. He’s the friendly face greeting you at the end of the day. He may be a little furrier than the other members of the gang, but he’s a family member. Many…
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The Complete Guide to Visiting Orland Park
A Visitor’s Guide to Orland Park, Illinois Orland Park, IL enjoyed 15 minutes of fame back in the early 2000s, as the birthplace of Bill Rancic, the entrepreneur who won the first season of “The Apprentice” more than a decade ago. But since Rancic’s days in the Cook County village, the place has gone through…
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A Visitor’s Guide to Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois
As far as Chicago suburbs go, Oakbrook Terrace is one of the smaller ones. With a population of just over 2,000, the city is dwarfed by nearby neighbors such as Schaumburg, Glenview and Vernon Hills. Even close cousin Oak Brook is significantly bigger. But what Oakbrook Terrace lacks in size, it makes up for in…
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The Complete Local Guide to Oak Park
Welcome to Oak Park, a highly walkable Chicago suburb full of history, charm and plenty of things to do. Oak Park sits west of the Loop and offers plentiful options, whether you love architecture, want to connect with nature or crave live entertainment. Check out these things to do in Oak Park, whether you call…
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Your Guide to Visiting Glenview, Illinois
You may have heard of Glenview, IL, because you once knew it as the home to the Naval Air Station, which hosted squadrons in the area for years, up until a nationwide base realignment led to its shutdown in 1995. Or perhaps you’re familiar with Glenview as the headquarters of Kraft Foods, one of the…