Travel Stories

• beaches

• activities

5 min read • May 31, 2022

There's more to Chicago than skyscrapers, museums and restaurants - the city by the lake is also blessed with beautiful beaches. Here are nine of the best.

• public transport

• destination practicalities

7 min read • May 28, 2022

Chicago is the USA's third-largest city, but efficient public transportation makes it easy to explore. Here are the top ways to get around the Windy City.

• budget travel

• connections

7 min read • May 26, 2022

Chicago may be big on experiences, but that doesn't mean you have to fork over big bucks. Here are our tips for navigating the Windy City on a budget.

• activities

• budget travel

7 min read • May 23, 2022

The top attractions might blow the budget, but there are plenty of free things to do in Chicago too. Here's our guide to the best of them.

• art and culture

• architecture

8 min read • May 22, 2022

Chicago is an architectural wonder but its the neighborhoods of great restaurants, theaters and dive bars that will enthrall you - even on repeat visits.

• art and culture

• art

5 min read • May 19, 2022

Chicago is home to some of the most incredible museums in the world and it's hard to know where to begin. Here's our pick of the 10 best in the Windy City.

• art and culture

• museums

6 min read • May 16, 2022

With skyscrapers, top chefs and impressive museums, Chicago will blow you away any day of the year. Here are the top things to slot into your itinerary.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

6 min read • May 9, 2022

With three days you can experience the best of Chicago. Take in dazzling architecture, top museums, deep-dish pizza, blues clubs and foodie neighborhoods.

• activities

• festivals and events

7 min read • Mar 28, 2022

Famous for its blustery winters, steamy summers and skyscraping skyline, Chicago sees the full range of seasons. Here are the top times to come.

• history

• art and culture

5 min read • Feb 4, 2022

Something clicked when pizza arrived in the USA more than a century ago. But who does it better? New York or Chicago?

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

7 min read • Sep 16, 2021

With tips from taking public transportation to what to drink in a bar, here's what you need to know to make your Chicago trip a success.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

6 min read • Jun 17, 2021

Chicago might be known for its incredible architecture, but that doesn't mean the Windy City is lacking in green space. Here are the best parks in Chicago.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

4 min read • Sep 25, 2020

Day trips in the Midwest have everything from national parks and museums to amusement parks and breweries.

• sustainable travel

• connections

5 min read • Dec 10, 2019

Chicago is increasingly positioning itself as a leader in sustainable urban design. With 575 green spaces to explore and a growing number of vegetable-forward…

• hotels

• destination practicalities

4 min read • Oct 29, 2019

Even though there’s really no place like home for the holidays, these luxury hotels will make you second guess that popular Christmas hymn.

• art

• art and culture

5 min read • Oct 22, 2019

Frederic Remington is one of the great Western painting and sculpture artists in US history, and you can see his work in museums across America.  

• cocktails

• food and drink

4 min read • Oct 10, 2019

Nothing like cheering for your favorite NFL team with a few friends. Here's a list of the top eight places to root for your favorite squad across the US.

• food

• food and drink

5 min read • Aug 16, 2019

With internationally lauded temples of molecular gastronomy, a constellation of breweries and cocktail bars and a roster of iconic local specialties like…

• art

• art and culture

4 min read • Jul 8, 2019

The moon has captivated humankind forever, inspiring mythology, songs, art, and scientific observation. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo…

4 min read • Jul 4, 2019

If you’re an international traveler, long-haul flights are an uncomfortable reality: confined seats, limited legroom and minimal access to bathroom spaces…

• food

• food and drink

7 min read • Jun 25, 2019

It wasn't long ago that the American beer market was dominated by a handful of factory-produced brews that bore only a passing resemblance to what those…

• beaches

• activities

5 min read • May 21, 2019

Everyone likes a good weekend getaway in spring. But what if you need to get away from something specific this Memorial Day weekend, like your daily…