OBAMA PRESIDENTIAL TRAIL
region: Chicago/Central
interest: Discover/Couples/Friends/Family
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Barack Obama has had his close-cropped ‘do coiffed here for more than a decade by his favorite barber, Zariff.
Local Flavor
The Obama family is known to take in the beautiful Lake Michigan view at this scenic Hyde Park spot that features bike paths and a castle-like field house. The President-elect and his brother-in-law, head basketball coach at Oregon State University, have played hoops on the nearby outdoor courts at Hayes Drive and South Lake Shore Drive.

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