July 25, 2024

7 Historic Hotels of Chicago

Chicago’s beautiful skyline continues to climb and its intrigue stretches outward, with new neighborhoods growing in popularity among travelers and new developments catching the eye of new generations of travelers. However, beyond all this new, new, new, there are historic aspects of the city that remain unchanged yet still just as luxurious and lovely as […]

May 6, 2024

5 of the Best Chicago Private Tours

There are a wide choice of guided tours of Chicago that provide a unique perspective on the city, including several private tours for select groups of families or friends. If you like the idea of exploring the Windy City in the company of an expert guide, but would rather avoid doing so as part of READ MORE

February 12, 2024

7 unique shops in Chicago Uptown

Chicago’s laid-back Uptown district is known for its trendy cafes, theatres, jazz lounges, bars and boutiques – including a number of stores you won’t find anywhere else. Situated on Chicago’s Far North Side, the well-heeled residential area attracts large numbers of tourists and locals alike who come to enjoy its mix of commercial and cultural READ MORE

January 17, 2024

Cheap Car rental in Chicago: The best companies

If you’re planning to rent a car in Chicago but don’t have a big budget to play with, there are a number of hire companies that offer deals that won’t break the bank. Several car rental companies can be found in Chicago most of which are located either in the downtown district or near to READ MORE

June 14, 2023

Top 3 long-term parking spots near O’Hare Airport

Many passengers at O’Hare Airport arrive in their own car. Happily, there’s an alternative to expensive on-site parking, with many non-affiliated facilities also located nearby. Situated 14 miles from Chicago city centre, O’Hare Airport offers direct flights to more than 200 destinations across the world. For passengers arriving in their own transport, there are plenty READ MORE

February 22, 2023

10 Events to visit in Chicago this March

With the winter chills subsiding but the summer crowds still at bay, March is a great time to visit Chicago, as the city once again prepares to host a top-notch roster of events this year. Whether it’s live music, theatre, or a museum exhibition that takes your fancy, the Windy City has plenty to offer READ MORE

February 13, 2023

10 events to visit in Chicago this February

There’s no glossing over it – Chicago in February is positively Baltic. But what better way to warm the cockles than by attending one of the city’s multitude of events? With temperatures routinely dropping well below freezing, the options for outdoor entertainment in Chicago in February are a little scarce for all but the most READ MORE

January 8, 2023

3 of the Best Chicago Helicopter Experiences

Chicago’s famous cityscape is a sight to behold from any vantage point, but perhaps nowhere more so than from the skies. With breath-taking panoramic views afforded by their wraparound windows, helicopters offer a unique perspective on the world around us. In Chicago, there are a number of companies offering helicopter tours that take you high READ MORE

November 2, 2022

5 of the Best Art Galleries in River North

Chicago’s River North Gallery District offers art aficionados what is said to be the second-largest concentration of art galleries to be found anywhere across the United States. In the 1970s, artists and art dealers alike flocked to Chicago’s River North neighborhood, attracted by the many affordable spaces to be found here at the time, and READ MORE

July 27, 2022

12 events to visit in Chicago this August

Chicago’s typically busy cultural and entertainment calendar reaches its peak this August, with the Windy City playing host to a huge variety of great events. Locals and visitors alike flock to be outside during sunny August in Chicago. But as well as the city’s wide array of outdoor attractions, there are plenty of things to READ MORE