My daughter absolutely loves penguins, so as a recent birthday gift for her we headed to Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium to do their Penguin Encounter, where adults and kids ages 6 and up can meet a few of the aquarium’s Magellanic and Rockhopper penguins. At $100 for adults and $90 for kids (as of 2026), this …
The winter doldrums can really get you down this time of year, and while it’s not always possible to book a trip to the Caribbean, an indoor water park can scratch the itch for some mid-winter summer fun on a budget. The best known chain of indoor water parks in the US is Great Wolf …
The Chicago Botanic Garden’s Orchid Show runs now through March 26, 2023 from 10 am to 4 pm daily. Don’t miss this showcase of an incredible flower.
Chicago is one of my favorite cities. Here’s how we spent a weekend in the Windy City.