Day Tripper

Fencing at the Naperville Park District

Olympic Trials

By Jeff Banowetz Inspired by the Paris Games? Try a new sport American Kristen Faulkner’s…
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Oak Park Microbrew Review

The Wright Stuff

Spend the day sipping, shopping, and more in Oak Park As the west burbs’ easternmost…
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An aerial photo of a water park

The Five Ws

By Jeff Banowetz A handful of listy-worthy summer adventures Summer goes by way too quickly—and…
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Villa Olivia

Snowy Retreat

A Bartlett staycation with tubing, snowshoeing, and swimming Follow Route 59 north from…
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A giant snowflake display at the Sparkle Light Festival

Let It Shine

The Sparkle Light Festival is just part of a whole day of entertainment awaiting in Rosemont…
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People exercising along Lakefront Trail

One Fine Day

It’s the perfect season to play tourist in the Windy City To quote a famed local philosopher:…
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City of Morris

More in Morris

Kayak or bike along the canal and stay for the cute shops and cafes Looking for a change…
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An aerial photo of Indiana Beach

Advance to Boardwalk

Surrounded by farm fields, Indiana Beach amusement park is a trip back in time The news…
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The 1960s Batmobile on display at Volo Museum

Road Trip

It’s not just auto aficionados who are sure to find something to love in Volo There’s…
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Falling for the Region

Looking for a little autumn adventure? In and around the charming town of Valparaiso,…
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Historic to its Core

Hop on I-290 and head north past the retail stretch of Schaumburg, make a few quick turns,…
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Northward Bound

About 45 minutes north of Naperville, Higgins Road meets the Fox River and turns into…
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