Aug 11, 2024 • 6 min read
Chicago may be big on experiences, but that doesn't mean you have to fork over big bucks. Here are our tips for navigating the Windy City on a budget.
Aug 11, 2024 • 8 min read
Chicago is a city that will keep you busy from dawn till long after dark. Here are 10 of our favorite things to do in the Windy City.
Aug 11, 2024 • 7 min read
Chicago is the US's third-largest city, but efficient public transportation makes it easy to explore. Get to know the Windy City on the L, Metra and buses.
Aug 10, 2024 • 6 min read
Famous for its icy winters, steamy summers and busy cultural calendar, Chicago has something going on in every season. Here are the top times to visit.
Aug 10, 2024 • 8 min read
From figuring out public transport to what to wear and where to stay, here's what you need to know to make your Chicago trip a success.
Aug 10, 2024 • 6 min read
The Windy City offer endless delights, but that doesn't mean you need to stay in the city. Here are the 7 best day trips from Chicago.
Aug 10, 2024 • 7 min read
Chicago is jam-packed with fun activities and not all of them are designed to blow your budget. Here are 20 free (and nearly free) things to do there.
Jul 10, 2024 • 9 min read
The Windy City is the ideal setting for an ultimate weekend getaway. Here's how to do it.
Sep 13, 2023 • 6 min read
The gem of the Midwest, or the jewel of New England? A pair of passionate writers weighs in on each.
Aug 8, 2023 • 9 min read
With its wealth of interactive museums, fabulous parks, jaw-dropping architecture and family-friendly attitude, Chicago is tailor-made for travel with kids.
Jun 7, 2022 • 7 min read
Chicago has so many beautiful parks and green spaces, perfect for picnics or a springtime stroll. Here are our picks for the best parks in Chicago.
May 31, 2022 • 5 min read
There's more to Chicago than skyscrapers, museums and restaurants - the city by the lake is also blessed with beautiful beaches. Here are nine of the best.
May 19, 2022 • 5 min read
Chicago is home to some of the most incredible museums in the world and it's hard to know where to begin. Here's our pick of the 10 best in the Windy City.
May 9, 2022 • 5 min read
With three days you can experience the best of Chicago. Take in dazzling architecture, top museums, deep-dish pizza, blues clubs and foodie neighborhoods.
Feb 4, 2022 • 5 min read
Something clicked when pizza arrived in the USA more than a century ago. But who does it better? New York or Chicago?
Jun 17, 2021 • 6 min read
Chicago might be known for its incredible architecture, but that doesn't mean the Windy City is lacking in green space. Here are the best parks in Chicago.
Sep 25, 2020 • 4 min read
Day trips in the Midwest have everything from national parks and museums to amusement parks and breweries.
Dec 10, 2019 • 5 min read
Chicago is increasingly positioning itself as a leader in sustainable urban design. With 575 green spaces to explore and a growing number of vegetable-forward…
Oct 29, 2019 • 4 min read
Even though there’s really no place like home for the holidays, these luxury hotels will make you second guess that popular Christmas hymn.
Oct 22, 2019 • 5 min read
Frederic Remington is one of the great Western painting and sculpture artists in US history, and you can see his work in museums across America.
Oct 10, 2019 • 4 min read
Nothing like cheering for your favorite NFL team with a few friends. Here's a list of the top eight places to root for your favorite squad across the US.
Jul 8, 2019 • 4 min read
The moon has captivated humankind forever, inspiring mythology, songs, art, and scientific observation. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo…