Christmas in Chicago is a truly magical time–there’s so much to do for the holidays. Whether you’re looking for festive ideas while visiting from out of town or wanting to start some new traditions as a local, I’ve got you covered with these 15 ideas. Kate Kennedy from Be There in Five Podcast has talked…
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The California Zephyr! Riding from Chicago to Grand Junction (and back)
This spring I got to check another thing off my bucket list: riding the California Zephyr! The California Zephyr is an Amtrak train that takes you from Chicago to San Francisco in about 52 hours, if you do the whole route. My boyfriend and I were headed to Utah to visit Salt Lake City and…
Honeymoon Guide to Chicago
INTRO Chicago is one of my favorite cities in the world, and I’m so excited to share its more romantic side in this honeymoon guide. While you might only think of sports and deep dish pizza at first mention, there’s also incredible architecture, culture, and entertainment waiting to be discovered. For those wanting more than…
The Chicago Flyover Experience is now open! Here are my thoughts on Navy Pier’s newest attraction.
The Chicago Flyover Experience opened on Navy Pier on March 1, 2024. It takes the place of the IMAX Theatre. As a lover of all things Chicago, I was very intrigued when I saw this new attraction opening. I had to check it out for myself! The Chicago Flyover Experience The Chicago Flyover Experience is…
A Chicago Staycation for When You Want to Treat Yo’Self
Sometimes the closer we live to a destination, the less we see it as an option for a getaway. It might feel less special or feel like a pointless way to spend money when your home is nearby. But for any of you who live in the greater Chicagoland area (like me), a Chicago staycation…