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Illinois

Plan your Illinois getaway! Explore diverse attractions, rich history, and breathtaking scenery. Your perfect travel experience in the heart of the Midwest awaits with trip ideas including driving Route 66 or the Great River Road, exploring the Shawnee Wine Trail, discovering cities like Springfield and Galena or state parks like Starved Rock, and so much more.

Where to Find The Best Chicago Christmas Lights This Year
10 Oct 2024

Where to Find The Best Chicago Christmas Lights This Year

by Angela | posted in: City Guides, Illinois, Midwest, North America, United States | 9

The weather is getting colder. The sun is setting earlier. So, you know what that means! Time to throw on your warmest hat and gloves and find the most sparkling Chicago Christmas lights to get you and your loved ones … Continued

Chicago, Christmas
The Best Road Trips from Chicago with Itineraries
15 Apr 2024

The Best Road Trips from Chicago with Itineraries

by Angela | posted in: Illinois, Midwest, North America, Travel, United States | 0

Looking to get out and explore? There are so many unique places to visit that are just a car ride away! From quaint small towns to interesting cities to exciting outdoor adventure and everything in between, here are the best … Continued

Chicago, Road Trip
The Best Southern Illinois Wineries on the Shawnee Wine Trail
10 Mar 2022

The Best Southern Illinois Wineries on the Shawnee Wine Trail

by Angela | posted in: Drinking, Illinois, Midwest, North America, Travel, United States | 4

Nestled in one of the most beautiful areas of the state, the southern Illinois wineries on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have been welcoming visitors for over twenty-five years. The 40-mile trail, dotted with eleven wineries, is the state’s first … Continued

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Southern Illinois, Wine Trail, Wineries
Blue Sky Vineyard: The Ultimate Romantic Getaway in Southern Illinois
5 Mar 2022

Blue Sky Vineyard: The Ultimate Romantic Getaway in Southern Illinois

by Angela | posted in: Accommodations, Drinking, Illinois, Midwest, North America, Travel, United States | 0

From the moment you drive through the golden gates at Blue Sky Vineyard, you’ll feel like you were transported to a charming estate in Italy. I had to remind myself that we were in southern Illinois a few times over … Continued

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, Wineries
30 Must-See Places on the Great River Road in Illinois
21 Feb 2022

30 Must-See Places on the Great River Road in Illinois

by Angela | posted in: Illinois, Midwest, North America, Travel, United States | 2

Thinking about driving the Great River Road in Illinois? Being from the state myself, the historic National Scenic Byway has always been a goal of mine which I recently just completed!  Last fall, the open road was calling so my … Continued

Galena, Great River Road, Road Trip, Southern Illinois
3 Reasons You Should Visit the Abraham Lincoln Museum
12 Aug 2021

3 Reasons You Should Visit the Abraham Lincoln Museum

by Angela | posted in: Historical, Illinois, Midwest, Museum, North America, Travel, United States | 0

If you are planning a trip to Springfield, one of the must-see attractions is the Abraham Lincoln Museum. Here are three reasons you need to visit. 1. It’s Not Boring Let’s be honest, some museums have you glazed over in … Continued

Springfield
Weekend Itinerary: Fun Things to Do in Springfield, Illinois
9 Aug 2021

Weekend Itinerary: Fun Things to Do in Springfield, Illinois

by Angela | posted in: City Guides, Illinois, Midwest, North America, Travel, United States | 2

As an Illinoisan, born and raised, I used to think it was every Midwesterners rite of passage to come to the Land of Lincoln. The beloved 16th president lived and worked here for a large portion of his life after … Continued

Abraham Lincoln, Route 66, Springfield
5 Reasons You Should Go See Blue Man Group in Chicago this Winter
8 Jan 2020

5 Reasons You Should Go See Blue Man Group in Chicago this Winter

by Angela | posted in: Illinois, Midwest, North America, Travel, United States | 3

Taking my nephews to experience Blue Man Group in Chicago had been on my list for many years, but I was waiting for them to get a little older to appreciate the unique performance. It had been over 15 years … Continued

Blue Man Group, Chicago

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