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Road trips, weekend getaways and far-flung escapes from Chicago to all across the world
The 8 best sunflower fields near Chicago
Pack a clear jar and a pair of clippers!
The 10 most romantic getaways from Chicago
Make some memories at these intimate destinations.
The most secluded getaways from Chicago
These peaceful getaways offer relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The best day trips from Chicago
Seek out funky shops, tasting tours, beautiful scenery and plenty of small town charm on a day trip from Chicago.
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Get outdoors
Where to go hiking near Chicago
Hit the trails at beautiful parks and recreations areas surrounding the city.
The best things to do outside
Kayaking, biking, zip lines and more fun activities to enjoy while it's warm outside.
The best places to go camping near Chicago
Pack a tent and spend the night amidst nature at spots in Illinois, Wisconsin and Michigan.
The most beautiful gardens in Chicago
Bask in flowers and greenery.
City spotlights
Travel to Milwaukee
Travel to Milwaukee
Check out another epicenter of art and food set on Lake Michigan.
Travel to Harbor Country, Michigan
Travel to Harbor Country, Michigan
These lakefront cities in Michigan offer a quaint escape and great amenities.
Travel to Grand Rapids
Travel to Grand Rapids
You’ll find delicious drafts on almost every corner of Michigan’s second-largest city.
Travel to Philadelphia
Travel to Philadelphia
Get the perfect blend of historical attractions, jaw-dropping eats and world-class art.
Travel to Nashville
Travel to Nashville
Don’t leave Nashville without soaking up some of the local music scene.
Travel to Asheville
Travel to Asheville
For a southern escape, travel to this Blue Ridge Mountains spot
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Scenic getaways
The best road trips from Chicago
Transport yourself to somewhere completeley different via these midwestern treks.
Travel to Glacier National Park
It’s easier than ever to reach Big Sky Country—O’Hare offera a direct four-hour United flight into Kalispell
The most scenic train rides in America
Embark on one of these breathtakingly scenic train rides across the U.S.
The best extreme outdoor adventures in America
There’s no need to leave the country to get your thrills
Travel inspiration
The best beaches in the United States
After a year spent indoors, we're ready to be (safely) outside and soaking up the sun this summer.
The best national parks in the USA
Ready to explore this beautiful country?
Best U.S. road trips for epic drives
Plan your next pedal-to-the-metal getaway.
The most serene national forests in the US
National forests offer some of the most awe-inspiring natural wonders in the country.
More from around the world
Fancy an escape? A remote Irish island is hiring caretakers
Fancy an escape? A remote Irish island is hiring caretakers
The mostly uninhabited and very, very picturesque Great Blasket island is looking for two custodians
A town in Sicily is selling €1 houses – and it’ll pay you to fix one up
A town in Sicily is selling €1 houses – and it’ll pay you to fix one up
Troina is the latest Italian town to attract new residents with rock-bottom prices and cash incentives
France has its first ever Michelin-starred vegan restaurant
France has its first ever Michelin-starred vegan restaurant
The crowdfunded ONA is overturning stereotypes about what this famously gourmet country likes to eat
Got the vaccine? Then you can now hit the beach in Seychelles
Got the vaccine? Then you can now hit the beach in Seychelles
The island nation is opening its borders to anyone who’s had the jab – no quarantine necessary
Paris’s most famous street is becoming a huge urban garden
Paris’s most famous street is becoming a huge urban garden
The world-famous Champs-Élysées will be lined with all-new planted areas and ‘tree tunnels’ by 2030
A 750-mile trail connecting NYC to Canada is now open
A 750-mile trail connecting NYC to Canada is now open
The trail is now open to hikers, bikers and more
Resources for travelers
The best hotels near O’Hare
They may not be the most luxurious, but these Chicago airport hotels are convenient.
5 things to do at O’Hare if your flight is delayed or canceled
It doesn't matter where you're flying—eventually you’re going to experience a delay.
They may not be the most luxurious, but these Chicago airport hotels are convenient.
The best hotels near O’Hare
They may not be the most luxurious, but these Chicago airport hotels are convenient.
5 things to do at O’Hare if your flight is delayed or canceled
It doesn't matter where you're flying—eventually you’re going to experience a delay.
The best airports (and worst airports) in America
Some of the best airports in the U.S. are the kinds of places in which you might hope to get stuck.
Chicago transit guide
If you're looking for a way to get around Chicago, the cheapest way to and from the Loop is to hop on a bus or train
Avoid a packed bus with the CTA's bus crowding data
The CTA's weekly report makes it easy to pick a time when buses aren't jam-packed.