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Spring Break in Chicago

Whether your break falls in early or late March, there’s a trillion and ten things to do in Chicago.  Instead of listing a trillion ideas for your Chicago excursion, here are a few worthwhile stops we think you should make…

Chicago River on St. Patricks Day

Chicago River on St. Patrick's Day

If your vacation coincides with St. Patrick’s Day on March 14th, we advise you to check out the Chicago River being dyed a vibrant green that day.  This occasion is followed by the annual parade that rolls through the downtown area and consists of heavy amounts of floats, shamrocks, acrobats, and drunken hecklers of all shapes & sizes.   Admission is free. Read more

Finding Fun Photo Locations in Chicago

You may know that Chicago is seeped in history, but you may not have known how photogenic Chicago proves to be.  We encourage you to bring your camera and capture the aesthetic beauty of our city.  Here are just a few landmarks that will make great shots:

Take a quick pic with this giant sculpture at Daley Plaza.

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