Teatime in Chicago
No need to lift your pinkie. These trending Chicago afternoon affairs serve up all the elegance with none of the old stuffiness.
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Getaway to Mt. Vernon in Southern Illinois
Creativity rules in the southern Illinois town of Mt. Vernon. While you’ll want to stroll the historic downtown along Ninth Street with lights twinkling overhead, plan plenty of time for the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts, an 85-acre estate that includes the Mitchell Museum and the Goldman-Kuenz Sculpture Park.
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Where to Indulge Your Chocolate Cravings In and Around Chicago
The Windy City, long a candy capital, is packed with chocolate goodness—shops, cafes, even cocoa-scented spa treatments.
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Top Things to Do in Ottawa, Illinois
At the confluence of the Illinois and Fox rivers (about 90 minutes southwest of Chicago), Ottawa opens doors to compelling history and natural beauty.
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Best Midwest Family Vacations
Head for a sparkling lake, explore big-city science and nature museums, or enjoy hiking and biking in state parks. The Midwest delivers great family getaways in destinations like Branson, Missouri; Brainerd Lakes, Minnesota; the Black Hills of South Dakota; Traverse City, Michigan; Indianapolis and more. Check out two dozen of our top picks for family vacation destinations.
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12 New Experiences in Chicago
The new year looks especially enchanting in Chicago with art-themed hotels, concept restaurants, a pop-up tea party and more.
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