Side Trips from Chicago: Places to Explore

Saved from the glaciers that flattened most of the Midwest, Galena boasts hills big enough for decent downhill skiing and an autumn beauty that draws fans far and wide. Bursting with charm, this small town... Read more

Indianapolis is one of those places that residents don't want the masses to know about, lest they spoil its perfect blend of bustle and easygoing Midwest mentality that makes it such a livable and lovely... Read more

From Gilded Age reminders and glacier-made beauty to spa-going and stargazing, Lake Geneva feels a world away from it's nearest big-city neighbor, Chicago. In the early 20th century, the area was dubbed... Read more

For anyone who was watching TV in the 1970s, Milwaukee will forever be associated with Happy Days and Laverne & Shirley, the BFFs who, fittingly, worked in a brewery. Indeed, beer still constitutes... Read more

In Saugatuck, and neighboring Douglas, you'll find the streets chockablock full of art galleries, incredible local eats and drinks, and outdoor options like exploring the local sand dunes and relaxing... Read more