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Breeze into the Windy City, or immerse yourself in history and downstate discoveries. Read more Midwest Living stories about Illinois here: http://www.midwestliving.com/travel/illinois/
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Discover stunning national and state parks, a five-star spa, zipline adventures, architectural heritage and more on these top day trips from Chicago. Within a couple of hours' drive, you can explore towns and cities in not only Illinois but also Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin. #dinnerdishes #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #familydinnerideas #supper #supperideas Day Trips From Chicago, Midwest Weekend Getaways, Illinois Travel, Zipline Adventure, Midwest Living, Garden Recipes, The Windy City, Wine Country, Nature Travel
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Best Day Trips from Chicago
Discover stunning national and state parks, a five-star spa, zipline adventures, architectural heritage and more on these top day trips from Chicago. Within a couple of hours' drive, you can explore towns and cities in not only Illinois but also Indiana, Michigan and Wisconsin. #dinnerdishes #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #familydinnerideas #supper #supperideas
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How to Celebrate the Holidays in St. Louis and Saint Charles, Missouri
Saint Charles and St. Louis—less than 30 miles apart on opposite sides of the Missouri River—could bookend a weekend of holiday light festivals.
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Soak in Chicago's Ancient Romanesque Baths
At AIRE Chicago, ancient bathing rituals are a modern, sensory experience.
Chicago's family-friendly things to do are nonstop—just like your kids. Here are our top picks for kid-friendly things to do in Chicago, including world-class museums, historical sites and Lake Michigan beaches. #dinnerdishes #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #familydinnerideas #supper #supperideas Chicago With Kids, Chicago Lakefront, Chicago Beach, Brookfield Zoo, Things To Do In Chicago, Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, Lake Michigan Beaches
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Best Things to Do in Chicago with Kids
Chicago's family-friendly things to do are nonstop—just like your kids. Here are our top picks for kid-friendly things to do in Chicago, including world-class museums, historical sites and Lake Michigan beaches. #dinnerdishes #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #familydinnerideas #supper #supperideas
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Chicago Travel Guide - Vacation and Trip Ideas
This Chicago travel guide outlines the best architecture tours, neighborhoods and restaurants—all from a lifelong Windy City resident. Here's how to plan the perfect trip to Chicago.
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Thick Forest
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Summer Getaway to Southern Illinois
Southern Illinois is a haven of sandstone canyons, ancient cypress swamp and thick forest-seasoned with birch-sap beer and world-class barbecue. #dinnerdishes #dinnerideas #dinnerrecipes #familydinnerideas #supper #supperideas
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Top Things to Do Along Chicago's North Shore
Bordering Chicago along Lake Michigan, the communities of the North Shore seem farther from the bustle of downtown, thanks to abundant green spaces, including the Chicago Botanic Garden. #roadtrip#midwesttravel#travelidea#travelguide#midwest#travel#vacation#getaway#chicago #northshore #chicagotrip
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7 Ways to Make Merry During a Holiday Weekend in Chicago's North Shore
Spend a festive weekend in Chicago's North Shore looking at holiday lights, stocking up on sweets and shopping for gifts. #midwest#midwesttravel#travelguide#wintertravel#winteractivities#winter#wintergetaway#chicago #chicagoactivities #chicagoweekend
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Top 10 Things to Do in Galena for Active Travelers
With water recreation, golf, hiking, biking, hot-air balloon rides and skiing, the little resort town of Galena, Illinois, offers big outdoor fun during your active Midwest weekend getaway.
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Fall Getaway to Galena, Illinois
When leaves turn to gold in a town built on lead, Galena alchemy is formed. See our guide of things to do (and of course eat) in Galena this fall. #illinois #fall #midwesttravel #roadtrip #galena
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Unwind and Learn at Illinois' First Folk School
In the early 1900s, artists and socialites traveled to an Illinois estate to relax and create. Now you can, too, at the state’s first folk school.
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A Plant Shop Owner's Guide to Chicago's Artsy, Eclectic Logan Square
Shop owner Cotto shares his top spots in Chicago’s flourishing Logan Square neighborhood.
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Dine in the Chicago Footsteps of FX's Hit Series, The Bear
Follow this mouthwatering itinerary—inspired by The Bear—to sample some of Chicago's best and most iconic food.
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On Chicago's South Side, a New River Trail Guides Through Nearly Two Centuries of Black History
Paddlers on the 7-mile-long American Heritage Water Trail learn the stories of African Americans who fought for freedom and equality.
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10 New Places to Explore in Galena On Your Next Visit
This small northwest Illinois town doesn’t take its appeal for granted. Come see what’s new in the picture-perfect historic downtown and beyond.