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Family Vacations and Why They’re Important
Speaking to one of my friends from mom group a while back, she had took 3 kids to the Dells by herself for a few days. Just to get away and have some fun. She said it was the most amazing thing! To just be able to enjoy them and not worry about anything else but enjoying the moment. And it is so true. As much as I’d like to spend all day every day enjoying my kiddos, at home there are other responsibilities waiting to be done. That’s why I think it’s so important to get away as a family! It made me think of our last family vacation.…
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Chicago Trip with Kids
For hotels I would suggest either Hampton Inn Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile or Hampton Inn & Suites Chicago-Downtown. Both Hampton hotels are downtown, however, the first one has an indoor pool while the second one has a rooftop seasonal pool. With older kids, if they like swimming, pools in hotels are always a good bet! Breakfast is also included for families. If pools aren’t necessary I suggest Holiday Inn Express Magnificent Mile. Day 1: If you drove into the city or took a train, drop bags off at the front desk of your hotel then Uber or take the CTA Red Line to Wrigley Field. Hotdogs are a must as…
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Chicago Trip with Toddlers
Vacationing with toddlers isn’t always a happy place. Little ones get tired, but they also like to be busy! Planning trips for them and with them may be difficult. I’ve researched some things that we are planning on taking our 2 and 4 year at the end of this summer to do in Chicago. I didn’t make this trip as packed as a normal trip due to the fact that you never know how your little ones will handle it. I did however add a few extra fun things you could do in addition to the itinerary. As long as you accept and prepare yourself that it will be chaotic…
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Chicago: Friends Trip Option Two
Getting away with a group of friends is always a blast! We love going into the city and having fun! This option is mostly center around downtown. Mostly everything is within walking distance! Check out some things we like to do or want to do!! Day 1 Drop of your bags at the front desk at The Westin Chicago River North, then Uber to Wrigley Field. You could also take the CTA Red Line to Wrigley if you don’t want to deal with traffic. You just need to walk about 6 blocks from your hotel (CTA Red Line (State Street Subway)), and it takes you basically to the field by…
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Chicago: Friends Trip Option One
Getting away with a group of friends is always a blast! We love going into the city and having fun! This option is mostly center around Lincoln Park. I’m seriously obsessed with this area of Chicago! Check out some things we like to do or want to do!! Day 1: Drop bags off at Hotel Lincoln before the Cubs game. We like to go to day games because then we have the evening free. Uber to Wrigley Field, find your seats, grab a beer and enjoy. We of course can’t go to the ball park without getting a hot dog … they are sooooo good! Pork & Mindy’s is also…
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Chicago Girls’ Weekend
Quality time is a must with your girlfriends! I love when we can get together and just catch up on life! A busy weekend full of delicious food, scrumptious coffee, crafty drinks, and fun entertainment is the best recipe for a girls weekend away! Day one: Meet at Virgin Hotels at 9 am and drop off your bags at the front desk. They should hold them for you until you can check in! Head to Hero Coffee on E. Jackson Blvd to grab some delicious coffee and a snack. This location is actually pretty cute and in an alley! It’s also not too far from the Art Institute of Chicago,…
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Chicago Couples Getaway
My husband and I love to go on getaways! We don’t live too far from Chicago, so we often do day trips or an overnight trip. I thought I’d put my planning skills to use and write up a getaway itinerary for couples! I’ve researched the best places to eat and fun things to do in Chi town. At the end I also added some extra places worth mentioning in case you don’t like some of the ideas listed. Start by dropping your bags off at the front desk of the Sheraton Grand. You can check in later in the day. Enjoy a walk to Farmhouse Chicago. This restaurant has…
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Take a Trip!
My husband and I have always loved to travel together. When we got married we planned an anniversary trip each year, and did a few random mini trips in between. My husband is not a big fan a flying, so we’ve stuck to just the USA. But y’all there is so much to see and experience in the wonderful U.S. Of A! Our bigger trips have been to Disney World, Orange Beach, Las Vegas (twice!), San Francisco, Yosemite, Houston / San Antonio, and most recently Gatlinburg. Our smaller trips have included Chicago, Indianapolis, Memphis, Tunica, Quad Cities, and St. Louis (We live in the lovely Midwest!) We now have two…
