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Discovering Springfield’s Horseshoe Sandwich

Nothing says Illinois-hospitality like a full plate, so it’s no surprise that Illinois’ state capitol would conjure up one of the most plate-filling sandwiches in the...

St. Nicholas Brewing Co.

After taking over the vacant St. Nicholas Hotel, Abby Ancell shifted the building's focus from beds to beers.From the early 1800s, the St. Nicholas Hotel served...

10 Things to Do in Galena

Galena is known as “the town that time forgot”—in a good way. Because the qualities that earned it that title—its 19th century feel, its historic district,...

5 Illinois Inventions That Make Daily Life Better

A visit to Illinois can be a life-changing experience. But even if you haven’t made it this way yet, we can guarantee that something made in...

It’s a Date

These Three Destinations Bring Fun and Flirtation to Your Weekend GetawayEpic Chicago WeekendStarting your romantic weekend in Millennium Park might seem surprising, but its variety captures what makes...

Unlock the Secrets of Starved Rock

Less than 100 miles southwest of Chicago, melting glaciers left their mark, carving a maze of canyons into the St. Peter sandstone. Visitors to Starved Rock...

Casinos in Illinois

Test your luck at casinos in Illinois. Play the tables and slot machines at one of our rivers boats, or stay the night in one of...

Summer Spirits

Cindy’s at the Chicago Athletic Association, ChicagoThe 1893 building underwent major renos last year, and the results are as impressive as the views of Millennium Park...

Pride of Chicago

Hot HangoutsBoystownA Legacy Walk of rainbow-color totems with plaques honoring LGBTQ rights advocates lines the main thoroughfare of this anchor to Chicago’s gay scene. It’s also...

Bedazzled

Get in on the holiday cheer in downtown Chicago, where spirits soar to skyscraper heights.It’s the most wonderful time of the year—especially in Chicago. And not just...

National Treasures

We celebrated the National Park Service's recent centennial by visiting historic sites in Illinois. From Abraham Lincoln to Lewis & Clark historic sites, there are plenty...

A Haunted Getaway in Galena

Galena is a town of 3,500 people—but that doesn’t include any spirits who might live there, too.by Jess HoffertGhost stories and tales of haunted buildings have...

11 Unique Venues for LGBTQ Weddings in Illinois

Offering rustic-chic barns, rooftop city skylines, posh hotel ballrooms, and the dreams of contemporary design lovers, Illinois is home to some of the most unique and...

7 Illinois Staycations

The staycation craze shows no sign of slowing, and with good reason. A local get-away is faster, easier, and greener, with the added bonus of inspiring...

Top 10 Things To Do in Peoria

Situated in the bluffs of Central Illinois along the banks of the Illinois River, “Will it play in Peoria?” is the phrase that put this discerning...