This peaceful Chicago suburb blends tree-lined streets, nature preserves, kid-friendly parks, and standout restaurants for an easygoing family escape.
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With a handful of charming museums, restaurants, and green spaces, this tiny Illinois community is a peaceful, affordable escape from the bustle of St. Louis.
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This tiny Illinois suburb between Chicago and Naperville is a worthwhile stop along historic Route 66 for its comfort food and interesting local lore.
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Far from the busy streets of Springfield and Indianapolis is a cozy destination with a charming downtown, a historic train museum, and ties to Abraham Lincoln.
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Chicago is famous for many things, excellent sandwiches among them. Here's the five best restaurants in the Windy City to satisfy that need.
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This tourist-friendly city is a top US destination and fortunately is also one of the cheapest American cities to fly to out of Chicago OHare in January.
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While sushi may not be the first dish that comes to mind when you think of Chicago, the Windy City has some fantastic options. Here are five of the best.
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Many US residents feel a car is a necessity, but these cities have the right mix of walking, biking, and public transit that make vehicle ownership optional.
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There is perhaps nothing more iconic than a road trip down America's roads, and these five destinations make up some of the oldest ones you can drive on.
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Chicago is an amazing destination full of food, history, architecture, and, of course, lots of vintage shops where you can score fun, midcentury finds.
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Not only is this Illinois state park home to a sprawling lake that's great for fishing, but it features two cozy campgrounds and miles of hiking trails.
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Chicago isn't just a major U.S. city - it's also a hub for Italian-American cuisine. These are Chicago's five best Italian restaurants, based on reviews.
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For an experience of authentic Chicago, head to this under-the-radar and vibrant neighborhood that is full of shops and restaurants with Latin flair.
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In downtown Chicago, two major landmarks sit steps apart, offering public art, architecture, green space, free events, and easy walking between them.
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Less than an hour away from Chicago, this upscale suburb is a peaceful escape from the city that offers luxurious restaurants and pristine outdoor spaces.
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Discover one of America's most macabre museums, situated in the heart of Chicago, that highlights a grisly period of history with over 100 unnerving objects.
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A trip to Chicago for authentic deep-dish is on every pizza-lover's bucket list, and if you're going to do it, you might as well do it right.
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Planning a Chicago food trip? These are the kinds of honest, unfussy places the great Anthony Bourdain gravitated toward on his visits to the city.
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Guy Fieri has been traveling the country tasting countless dishes for almost two decades. To earn the spot as his favorite city in which to film is a big deal.
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If you're living in Chicago and need a break from the big city bustle, these five adorable towns are a great place to visit for a weekend solo trip.
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Gourmands will adore this Chicago bar that combines fresh, Mediterranean dishes with panoramic scenery of the surrounding skyscrapers and a forest of plants.
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One of the best features of the River North neighborhood in Chicago is its Riverwalk, which transformed from an industrial zone to a pedestrian paradise.
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Outdoor adventure awaits you at this Illinois state park. Known for some of the best fishing, this park has miles of hiking and equestrian trails.
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This charming lake in the northwest portion of Illinois is the ideal escape into nature, offering hiking trails, a serene lake, and a peaceful forest setting.
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This Chicago gem is winning over patrons with a transformative experience that combines the best of maximalist design with bold, global flavors.
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It's hard to choose the most beautiful restaurant in the Windy City, but these five restaurants might take the cake with jaw-dropping views and unique decor.
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Making bouquets is an art, and in Chicago, you'll find many florists creating stunning arrangements. Here are the five most charming flower shops in the city.
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