The big city is great most of the time. Chicago has coffee shops, movie theaters, more stores than you can count and gas stations on every corner. Sometimes, however, Illinois residents need a break from the lights and the noise. The solution? A fun-filled weekend vacation to eliminate stress and get away from it all. ...
Illinois’ Friendly City Then and Now Ottawa, Illinois, some eighty miles southwest of Chicago, along I-80, claims the slogan “Friendly City” for itself. In recent years, Ottawa has been a growing regional “prairie” site for the arts, perhaps spurred on by the increasingly famous outdoor murals that adorn many of the buildings called, “A Bush ...
Starved Rock supposedly received its name from an ancient war between two Native American tribes, the Fox and the Illinwek, who warred amongst themselves for years. According to the legend, the Fox finally gained the upper hand, and drove the Illinwek up onto the butte that makes up the unmistakable landmark of Starved Rock, and ...
When you need time to retreat from the daily grind of life with some good friends, why not plan girlfriends weekend getaway? Although Chicago is certainly a popular destination, there are plenty of lovely cities and towns throughout Illinois. Exploring the outskirts or lesser known areas of Illinois could be a perfect way to revive ...
Chicago is a beautiful city, but sometimes an escape from the hustle and bustle is needed. Here are the best day trips from Chicago. Lake Geneva Located 75 miles northwest of Chicago, Lake Geneva is a beautiful place for a quick getaway. It has several resorts and spas for a day of luxury, or you ...
