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The Best Ice Skating Rinks in Chicago

What better way to enjoy winter in Chicago than with a favorite winter pastime like ice skating? Here are our best ice skating rinks...

Kayak Chicago During Your Next Vacation

Seeing the city in a different way--even after living here for 15 years, is always at the top of my list. Kayaking downtown, weaving...

Where to Enjoy Great Food and Live Music in Chicago’s Old Town Neighborhood

We're always on the lookout for great new restaurants to enjoy great food and live music—and we have found just the place with new...
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Go to the Zoo or Aquarium (Virtually!)

The world may be on lockdown for a while, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still explore. Zoos and aquariums are bringing...
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Best Things We Ate on Emirates Business Class to Dubai and Back to Chicago...

There's nothing that makes a long flight even better than all the things you get to eat and drink. From my recent trip on...
Summer Body Tips

Summer Body Tips by Equinox Fitness Manager Julie Valenti

Summertime is quickly approaching and that means we have to work ourselves into tiptop shape for the season. We agree it’s not so easy...
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Drive-In Movie Theaters Near Chicago

The nostalgia of drive-in theaters is making a comeback with movie theaters closed around the nation due to coronavirus. The favorite '50s...
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Kinzie Hotel – Chicago Inspired Design

Between the magnificent mile and River North restaurants, the Kinzie Hotel is opening its doors and bringing Chicago history and decor to your entire...
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8 Unique Things to Do in Chicago This Fall

As summer's heat chills out and the cozy vibes of fall roll in, Chicago goes through this incredible transformation that's like no...

The ReImagined Nutcracker Is a Holiday Favorite and Quickly Becoming an Iconic Chicago Tradition

Each holiday season, heading downtown to the Auditorium Theatre to see The Joffrey Ballet's Nutcracker is something we look forward to each year. “The...

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Best Valentine’s Day & February Travel Deals – 2017

Come February, we are more than ready to escape our everyday lives for a brand new adventure. We can't think of anything greater than...