The Chicago Boat Company (CBC) kicks off the 2025 summer season April 15 at Marina City (aka “The Corn Cob Buildings”). The CBC has declared 2025 the “Year of Joy” in honor of a late team member. As such, the company is dedicating the season to fun-filled events and a fleet of fan-favorite boat rides…. Read more »
The Chicago Architecture Center is excited to present its annual festival Open House Chicago on October 19-20, 2024. However, in order to make this fantastic event happen, it still needs additional volunteers. Whether you have an interest in architecture or simply wish to spend a day helping out the community, Open House Chicago is an… Read more »
Hop-on-hop-off tours are a great way to see Chicago’s top attractions without having to worry about getting lost or getting around. You can get off and explore any attraction that interests you, and you can always get back on the bus to continue the tour. Here are some of the advantages of hop on hop… Read more »
Yes, we’ve already reached the final two months of summer… with autumn on the horizon. Get outside with these activities while the warmth of summer permits! Get on the Water Whether you’re looking to get active, explore the city, or escape the summer heat, Chicago’s options for aquatic fun are endless. Rent a kayak and… Read more »
We met with New Yorker Pauline Frommer, the Editorial Director for the Frommer Travel Guides and Co-President of Frommer Media LLC, to talk about her favorite things to do while in Chicago. “Well, the first thing I do is contact family,” Pauline Frommer states while explaining her thought process when arriving in Chicago. “My mother… Read more »
Gathering around the fireplace with friends or family is one of the best ways to spend a cold Chicago evening. Do so at some of our favorite cozy spots around the city. ‘Tis Fireplace Season after all! Lobby @ The Hoxton Hotel – West Loop Located in what many magazines describe as one of America’s ‘coolest… Read more »
Is a trip to Chicago complete without a visit to the iconic Navy Pier? The skyline views from Lake Michigan are an absolute must-see for first-time visitors to the city and returning guests alike. But there’s so much more to the Pier than grabbing a seat to watch the water. From popular restaurants to shops… Read more »
Skyline views and the lakefront breeze are some of the best parts about summer in Chicago. There is no better way to experience this than on one of Chicago’s many cruise lines! With a variety of cruise options great for all ages and group sizes, you need to hop on a Lake Michigan Cruise as… Read more »
The Chicago Architecture Center is officially open again and waiting for you to visit! They are now open and excited to welcome visitors back. While it was closed, the CAC made exciting updates to a couple of its exhibits. Be sure to purchase tickets in advance as walk ups are not available at this time…. Read more »
This is Chicago in numbers. Check out these figure facts and how they paint a fun picture of the Windy City.