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Theater & dance

It’s showtime for the Year of Chicago Theatre

Theatre is already a vibrant part of Chicago’s cultural scene. And now the city is getting a whole year dedicated to it. The Year of…

Blog, Hotels

Chicago hotels named among best in the country

Two Chicago hotels were ranked among the top five hotels in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report. Chicago is the only U.S.…

Blog

5 unique hotel rooms in Chicago

Hotels in Chicago run the gamut from luxe to budget and everything in between. But if you’re looking for something off the beaten path, there…

Arts, culture & entertainment

A new music festival will take over the Art Institute this winter

Cold weather calls for cool music. Midwinter, a new three-day music festival, will takeover the Art Institute of Chicago from Feb. 15 – 17. The…

Dining

Romance blooms at Chicago’s lovebird-led restaurants

There’s no better was to celebrate Valentine’s Day than an intimate dinner for two. And there’s really nothing more fitting than booking a favorite Chicago restaurant…

Arts, culture & entertainment

Take a dip at The Beach Chicago at Navy Pier

WHAT: The Beach Chicago WHEN: Jan. 19 – Feb. 3, 2019 WHERE: Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave. Ready to hit the beach…in January…in Chicago? Yes, you…

Dining

A guide to Chicago’s iconic pizza scene: must-try local spots from deep dish to tavern style

Home to some of the world’s most iconic pies, the pizza scene in Chicago rises to the occasion no matter how you slice it. The…

Tours & attractions

Winter at Navy Pier: 8 things to do

If you think Navy Pier only shines in the summertime, think again: Chicago’s top family tourist attraction is just as wonderful in the winter. From…

Blog

5 holiday date night ideas in Chicago

The hardest time of year to get out of the house can also be the most rewarding (and romantic). Just because it’s snowy out there doesn’t…

Arts, culture & entertainment

7 great books set in Chicago

Chicago has been the backdrop of both modern and classic literary works. And in many cases, the city acts as both the setting and a…

Dining

14 Chicago neighborhood bars where you can drink like a local

There are neighborhood bars in every corner of the Chicago, from basement dives to old-school taverns. The one thing they all have in common? They’re…