Fall Getaway to Marion, Illinois
Our copy editor’s top fall trip of 2020: An excursion with another couple to hike in a national forest and see Garden of the Gods (the one in Illinois).
The Best of Fall in Galena, Illinois
Our senior designer returns to her hometown each October for dining, shopping, hiking, biking and more. Here’s what she recommends.
New Ways to Stay, Play and Eat in Illinois
Luxury hotels, thought-provoking art exhibits, an animatronic dinosaur display and new wildlife tours are a few of the fresh experiences for Illinois visitors in 2021.
The Magic of Chicago's Midnight Circus
Under a not-too-big top, a Chicago troupe uses the magic of circus to expose kids to the arts and raise funds for city parks.
Iconic Route 66 Cafe Closes Due To Pandemic
One of Illinois' classic Route 66 restaurants just announced its closing. Travelers will miss the fresh pie and coffee—and will have to hope that new managers might take over in post-pandemic times.
