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Head for the Hills in Shawnee Forest Country

by Carol Hoffman

If you love nature and hiking, Shawnee Forest Country is your paradise! Beautiful rock formations, lush green trees,  birds and Butterflies galore. You could hike for a week and still have more to see.

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Six Romantic Spots Along the Great River Road in Illinois

The Great River Road, which travels along the Mississippi River, has countless opportunities for couples to experience romantic moments.

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Six Romantic Spots Along the Great River Road in Illinois
What’s New at Navy Pier

From our window in the sky, the view below spread out like an immense watercolor. Turquoise Lake Michigan to one side, the slate gray Chicago skyline to the other and,...

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What’s New at Navy Pier
Spring Refresh

Chicagoland has a fantastic variety of shopping, including upscale malls and outlets to help bring any wardrobe up to date.

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Spring Refresh
Chicago Rooftop Bars & Patios That Locals Love

by Amber Holst

Concierges share the Chicago rooftop bars and patios beloved by the locals.

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Chicago Rooftop Bars & Patios That Locals Love
by Amber Holst
Keeping History Alive: A Tour Through the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center

by Emma Pope

Writer Emma Pope spends a day at the museum rich with interactive, invaluable lessons in human rights and our place in the future.

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Keeping History Alive: A Tour Through the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center
by Emma Pope
Hometown Pride: Chicago's LGBTQ Leaders on Their Favorite Summer Activities

by Kendra L. Williams

One mentioned the 48th annual Chicago Pride Parade (June 25, 2017). Most could barely contain themselves to just five picks.

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Hometown Pride
by Kendra L. Williams
Get Your Kicks on Illinois Route 66

The 300-mile section of Route 66 angling across Illinois lures road-trippers seeking throwback gas stations, Muffler Men and the pleasure of taking their time.

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Get Your Kicks on Illinois Route 66
Girlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal

In the 1800s, the Illinois and Michigan Canal fueled commerce from the Illinois River to Chicago. Today, follow the canal for a history-infused, shopping-filled getaway.

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Girlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal
Chicago Food Authority turned Galena Food Authority

by Samantha Roby

 Chicago foodie and Instagrammer Samantha Roby visits Galena, and shares her experience of tasting her way through the town.

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Chicago Food Authority turned Galena Food Authority
by Samantha Roby

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