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Travel Guide Chicago USA

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The Ultimate Guide to Chicago: Where to Go and What to See

Chicago, the vibrant city by the shores of Lake Michigan, is a melting pot of culture, architecture, and culinary delights. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned local, the Windy City has something for everyone. Here’s your ultimate guide to exploring the best of Chicago.

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How to Spend a Day on the Chicago River

This page includes affiliate links. If you choose to buy through these links I may earn a small commission with no additional cost to you! While Chicago is know for its windy and wild winters, its summers more than make up for the frosty seasons. I took my first trip to Chicago in August, and the warm weather had me sticking close to the Chicago River for the entire day. My first stop was Navy…

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What To Do In Chicago 2021 | Chicago in 3 Days Travel Vlog Things to do in Chicago

What To Do In Chicago 2021 | Chicago in 3 Days Travel Vlog Things to do in Chicago

What To Do In Chicago 2021 | Chicago in 3 Days Travel Vlog #NewYork Things to do in Chicago #thingstodoinchicago #travel #chicago Watch the What To Do In Chicago 2021 | Chicago in 3 Days Travel Vlog video till the end. 39995 Views – 670 Likes. You also like and comment. This video will give you an idea about the subject you are wondering about. What to do in Chicago in 2021! I recently headed…

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Top Haunted Houses & Attractions 2023

Top Haunted Houses & Attractions 2023 shares all things that go bump in the night. Cutting Edge Haunted House, The Dent Schoolhouse, Headless Horseman Haunted Hayrides and Houses and more. Read on if you dare! Let's get spooky!

Hello and Welcome to my next Travel Destination Guide: Top Haunted Houses & Attractions 2023. Autumn is my favorite time of year. I love the leaves changing colors. I love more the haunted houses and spooky attractions that you can explore during Halloween Season. Yes, Halloween is a season, for me anyway! Read on to discover Cutting Edge Haunted House, Knott’s Scary Farm, 13th Floor Chicago and…

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2024 Fall Travel Essentials Guide

As we transition into a new season it is fun to share some of my latest finds in my fall travel essentials guide! Hitting the road as the leaves change offers new views and new adventures. It is nice to have the products that help ease the way along the road! The Foldie Sling Bag and Rollink 4 Wheel spinner This is a new release, the Foldie Sling Bag I received to review. I love so many things…

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A Look into the World's Busiest Airports and Their Operations

When the COVID-19 pandemic happened, travel came to a crashing halt. Airports that were usually one of the busiest of places in cities and urban areas became ghost towns where only the most essential travels are permitted to go through. These days, air travel is back in full swing, as it makes up for the lost 2 to 3 years of business. If you’re a student pilot in flight school, your prospects…

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Places To Visit In Chicago

10 Best Places To Visit In Chicago In This article you can know the Top 10 Best places to visit in Chicago. 

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Bookish Travels---January 2023 Destinations

I saw this meme on It’s All About Books and thought, I like this!! So, I decided to do it once a month also. Many thanks to Yvonne for initially posting this!! This post is what it says: Places I travel to in books each month. Books are lovely and take you to places you would never get a chance to go. That includes places of fantasy too!! So….enjoy!! Please let me know if you have read these…

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Trump continues having rallies in historic all-White "Sundown Towns," where Blacks had to leave by sunset.

Ayman Mohyeldin discusses the implications of Trump's having held rallies in Aug. and Sept. in four "Sundown Towns," where in the past Blacks had to leave/be off the streets by sundown. The rallies were held in Howell, MI, La Crosse, WI, and Johnstown, PA., and Mosinee, WI. Below is the video that Ayman posted on X.

AYMAN: "When your slogan is the nostalgic phrase Make America Great Again, a campaign tour of 'sundown towns' helps us all understand the America that Donald Trump is yearning for."

Trump keeps sending out his racist "dog whistles," while at the same time claiming that it is really "Whites" who are being discriminated against, and campaigning that he will ban the discussion in schools of "divisive" topics, like critical race theory, and instead promote a "patriotic" educational curriculum, like the whitewashed one developed by the 1776 Project in his last administration.

BlackPast: Sundown Towns:

Sundown Towns are all-white communities, neighborhoods, or counties that exclude Blacks and other minorities through the use of discriminatory laws, harassment, and threats or use of violence. The name derives from the posted and verbal warnings issued to Blacks that although they might be allowed to work or travel in a community during the daytime, they must leave by sundown. Although the term most often refers to the forced exclusion of Blacks, the history of sundown towns also includes prohibitions against Jews, Native Americans, Chinese, Japanese, and other minority groups. Although it is difficult to make an accurate count, historians estimate there were up to 10,000 sundown towns in the United States between 1890 and 1960, mostly in the Mid-West and West.

The Green-Book

The rise of sundown towns made it difficult and dangerous for Blacks to travel long distances by car. In 1930, for instance, 44 of the 89 counties along the famed Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles featured no motels or restaurants and prohibited Blacks from entering after dark. In response, Victor H. Green, a postal worker from Harlem, compiled the Negro Motorist Green Book, a guide to accommodations that served Black travelers. The guide was published from 1936 to 1966, and at its height of popularity was used by two million people.

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10 Best Places to Visit in Los Angeles

Los Angeles, the entertainment capital of the world, is a city filled with diverse attractions that cater to every interest. Here are the 10 best places to visit in the City of Angels:

Hollywood Walk of Fame: Take a stroll along Hollywood Boulevard and witness the iconic stars embedded in the sidewalk, honoring the entertainment industry's legends.

Santa Monica Pier: Enjoy the classic Californian experience at Santa Monica Pier, featuring an amusement park, aquarium, and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.

Griffith Observatory: For a breathtaking panoramic view of the city, head to Griffith Observatory. It's a perfect spot for both day and night, offering astronomy exhibits and hiking trails.

The Getty Center: Art enthusiasts will appreciate The Getty Center, an architectural masterpiece housing an impressive collection of European paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts.

Venice Beach: Immerse yourself in the eclectic and bohemian atmosphere of Venice Beach. Stroll along the famous boardwalk, watch street performers, and soak up the vibrant energy.

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA): Explore the largest art museum in the west, featuring an extensive collection that spans centuries and cultures.

The Broad: Located in Downtown LA, The Broad is a contemporary art museum showcasing an impressive collection of postwar and contemporary art, including works by renowned artists like Andy Warhol and Jeff Koons.

Disneyland Resort: Indulge your inner child at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, a magical world of theme park wonders and beloved characters.

Getty Villa: Another gem from the Getty Trust, the Getty Villa in Malibu focuses on ancient Greek, Roman, and Etruscan art, set within a stunning recreation of a Roman villa.

Rodeo Drive: For a taste of luxury and high-end shopping, visit Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. It's a glamorous destination for those seeking upscale fashion and celebrity sightings.

These 10 places offer just a glimpse into the diverse and vibrant tapestry of Los Angeles. Whether you're a culture buff, a nature lover, or a thrill-seeker, LA has something to captivate every visitor.

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General PSA - Michelin stars

Because this came up in a conversation I had last week.

The context was someone talking about being excited to visit a restaurant with one Michelin star in Chicago (the closest city to my city to find a starred restaurant). Someone else said "One star? So it's terrible?"

Pause, rewind.

The Michelin star system is ascending, not descending (as a five-star rating system is). You can have either zero Michelin stars (99% of of the world' restaurants), ONE star (currently about 2900 restaurants worldwide), TWO stars (about 500) or THREE stars (currently 145).

There are 6 three-star restaurants in London. Four in New York. This is the highest distinction a restaurant can achieve.

This is why you hear about chefs "earning their star," when you go from the rank and file to having a star. And once you have one, you can earn more...or you can lose it. Restaurants are re-evaluated to ensure they're maintaining their standards.

The Michelin guide does not review only fancy restaurants. Many of the starred restaurants are very high-end, but lots aren't. I ate a one-starred restaurant in San Francisco called State Bird Provisions which you'd be fine to go to in jeans and a tee. It was great. There's a food truck that has a Michelin star.

Michelin also only covers certain cities. They're continually expanding, but right now in the US they cover New York, DC, Chicago, California, central Florida (Miami/Tampa/Orlando), Colorado, Atlanta, and just recently added the five major Texas cities (Dallas/San Antonio/Austin/Houston/Fort Worth) although those results haven't been released yet. They cover a lot more in Europe and Asia (the Michelin guide is French).

And yes, it's the same company as the tire manufacturer. Early in their history they wanted people to travel more by car, and use their tires, so they started writing and printing guidebooks for travel. This evolved into restaurant ratings, and somehow along the way it became the ne plus ultra of restaurant hierarchies.

This has been your infodump post for the evening, brought to you by MadLori, Inc.

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TOP 10 things to do in CHICAGO [Travel Guide] Things to do in Chicago

TOP 10 things to do in CHICAGO [Travel Guide] Things to do in Chicago

TOP 10 things to do in CHICAGO [Travel Guide] #NewYork Things to do in Chicago #thingstodoinchicago #travel #chicago Watch the TOP 10 things to do in CHICAGO [Travel Guide] video till the end. 379320 Views – 6085 Likes. You also like and comment. This video will give you an idea about the subject you are wondering about. Chicago travel guide, covering the top 10 things to do in Chicago, plus a…

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August 2024 Must See Events

Let’s end the summer with some bass, some barrels and some big name celebrity guests! Must See Events - August 2024 shares music festivals, whiskey tasting, Star Trek, Star Wars and more. Grab your calendar and start planning your next August adventure!

Hello and welcome to August 2024 Must See Events. Read on to discover how much fun August 2024 is going to be. Whether you are a music enthusiast (that’s me), a food lover (that’s also me) or a sci-fi fan ( well, I am all of the above), there is bound to be an event that will pique your interest. Let’s start planning your unforgettable August adventure! Lollapalooza August 1 – 4,…

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Hi Sarah, I'm going to visit Chicago in a couple of weeks and when I think of Chicago I think of you. What would you recommend I visit/do?

Unfortunately, Chicago is not its best self for a couple months---while I maintain that the city is for all seasons, summer is undoubtedly when it's most alive. However, there are a couple things I will definitely recommend for the unseasonably warm spring traveler:

(1) Eat some food

A friendly word of warning: do not be tricked into eating Giordano's or Lou Malnotti's. Perhaps your companions might try to win you over with promises of Chicago-style hotdogs---do not be swayed! You must manfully resist! (Harold's Chicken is that good though, and if you're close to the one in Hyde Park, feel free to devour the three piece dinner of your choice. Cheap bottle of the too-sweet wine I preferred as an undergrad optional.)

A much better option is to find a place that serves whatever food you love, but does it really really well.

Do you like sophisticated twists on a brewpub menu? Try Moody Tongue in the South Loop

Or are you really more of a tapas person? Highly recommend mfk in Lincoln Park

Would you prefer something a little....meatier? My favorite steakhouse in Chicago is Tango Sur (though I would argue their empanadas are really the showstopper)

There's nowhere in the city that does Hong Kong-style barbecue like Sun Wah in Uptown---I just stopped by after the parade for the Lunar New Year, the duck is to die for.

Are you on the West Side? First of all, do not go to Big Star. I mean, it's fine, but....come on. I'd pick Forbidden Root instead, or head over to Pilsen for Rubi's if you can't survive without tacos.

There are so, so many different bars I would recommend. Chicago was the home of bootleggers for a reason, goddamn it. Still, if you can't get to Wang's (look, I like Violet Hour too, but sometimes you don't want to drink in near-darkness), Koval (the rare distillery in Chicago), or any of the many, many craft breweries we have in the city right now, you probably can stop by one of the many, many, many bars we have in Chicago, and get a drink anyway.

There are more---of course there are more!---but we don't have all day. So instead I will leave you with this bit of wisdom: don't eat at Navy Pier or anywhere too close to Lincoln Park Zoo. If you are at a bar, don't settle for a burger when sometimes, the chicken tenders are actually better. And if you absolutely must go somewhere for pizza, choose Pequod's.

(2) See a thing

Chicago has many things in it! So many things! A hundred thousand things! Unfortunately, I don't know what you're into, so I will just talk about them in general.

MUSEUMS: I am a devoted museum-goer, and Chicago has blessed me with an endless feast. There are the big ones, of course---the Field Museum of Natural History, the Adler Planetarium, the Shedd Aquarium, the Museum of Science and Industry, the Art Institute of Chicago. However, my favorites are smaller, more unique: the International Museum of Surgical Sciences, Intuit (though it's temporarily closed, more's the pity), the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures at UChicago, the Lincoln Park Conservatory. That's not even all the museums in Chicago! That's not even all the museums that I've been to. It's amazing.

EVENTS: I once joked that I was a person who needed to schedule her enrichment like a blue-haired senior, but the joke was on me---I am that person! Fortunately, Chicago supports me in this endeavor by publishing many, many different calendars of "what to do this week or weekend". Do you want to see something onstage? Well, here you go. How about some classical music? I have a trusty guide. What about non-classical music? Always go to the Chicago Reader for that. Are you thinking of catching a game? Well, we're still in spring training for the Cubs and Sox, but the Bulls are doing okay even if the Blackhawks aren't, and we've got soccer (male and female) now too!

(Unfortunately, the Chicago Sky aren't playing right now, they're my favorites.)

OTHER: Unless you are extremely efficient, coming here and eating good food, doing one other thing, is more than enough. I promise it is! However, if you have more time, I definitely recommend just---wandering around. The Loop in particular is great for this, because it's reasonably small and everyone there is busy doing things. Going places, talking on phones, getting into or out of ubers, protesting outside of the Daley center, etc. etc. It's amazing to watch, and the buildings are pretty neat too.

Or you could wait a couple months, and take the Chicago Architecture Boat Tour, which I think should be a requirement for all Chicagoans. Maybe even everyone alive in the world. Just saying.

(3) Walk along the lakeshore

Chicago offers many delights, but I really do believe that Lake Michigan and its vast expanse of water, sky and space, is a unique gift to the city. It is beautiful in winter, in spring, in storms, in sun. It is free. You can sit in the grass or the sand or amble along its broad paths for miles, looking at unexpected art installations and waving grasses and the way the beaches slope to the water; you can talk to a friend or watch bikers and joggers pass you by. In the summer, there are a dozen different stands offering warm elote or cold soda, and cheerful men on jingling bike carts that will sell you neon orange push pops. In the winter, there are still bikers and joggers but also Canada geese, and you can stare mournfully at the slate grey water and ponder existence.

It is the heart of Chicago. Nelson Algren called us an "October city, even in summer"; Carl Sandburg described us as a shirtless dude who gives great oral. Personally, I think of Montrose Beach in the setting sun of winter, the sand almost too cold to touch---and beautiful, beautiful, beautiful.