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Tag: Chicago
Jan 5, 2025

NHL Winter Classic

I have been to many Chicago Blackhawks games but never one like their recent game on New Year's Eve. Instead of their usual United Center home, the Blackhawks hosted the St. Louis Blues at Wrigley Field.

Find Your Perfect Escape with Paradisus by Meliá — More Than Just All-Inclusive

Luxury travel today is about more than just beautiful accommodations — it’s about experiencing the destination. Paradisus by Meliá takes traditional all-inclusive resorts to the next level by offering indulgence with immersion, experiences and authenticity. Each resort is shaped by its location, local flavors and curated Destination Inclusive® experiences that bring you closer to the heart of the destination.

Jan 3, 2025

Chicago TARDIS

I spent the weekend ensconced in the Doctor Who universe at Chicago TARDIS. While I am not the devoted Whovian my friend Tony is, I enjoyed the experience.

Dec 31, 2024

Brookfield Zoo’s Holiday Magic

Usually, I am happy with no snow, but we were hoping for a little for Christmas. We especially wanted to have at least flurries when we went to Brookfield Zoo's Holiday Magic, Chicagoland’s longest-running lights festival. With no snow in the forecast, we decided to go before Holiday Magic ended December 31.

A Summer Sojourn Along Europe’s Rivers with AmaWaterways

This summer, elevate your vacation experience with award-winning AmaWaterways. Offering a seamless blend of unparalleled luxury, authentic cultural experiences and unrivaled service, AmaWaterways cruises are the perfect way to uncover the heart of Europe during the sunniest season with itineraries that glide along the continent’s most iconic rivers, including the Danube, the Rhine, the Seine and the Douro.

Dec 25, 2024

Christmas in Chicago

It’s always special to celebrate the holidays in my hometown of Chicago. In early December I decided to take a break during finals week at Loyola to stay downtown and thoroughly soak up the city’s festive atmosphere. I had a terrific room at the nearby Waldorf Astoria, where I was upgraded to a large suite with a fireplace and a terrace—a little too cold to enjoy the latter, but I did have a great view of the city and a million sparkling holiday lights everywhere. The hotel service and the overall ambience were outstanding, and I enjoyed recharging.