Elaine Glusac lives, works and raises a family in Chicago.
A freelance writer, she also contributes to National Geographic Traveler
and Bon Appétit. Read
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ATTRACTIONS
Chicago has swagger, size, a jumbo addiction to its sports teams and a history
as rich as any city in the country. Read
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HOTELS
Chicago is among the nation's top convention cities, so even though it
offers more than 26,000 hotel rooms, it's best to reserve early. Read
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DINING
Steaks — and the famous Chicago hot dog — sell well. And so
do truffles. Chicago is a foodie town on every level. Read
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SHOPPING
In Chicago, tony Michigan Avenue headlines most shopping itineraries.
But don't overlook the city's patchwork of neighborhoods. Read
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NIGHTLIFE AND ENTERTAINMENT
Chicago nurtured jazz in its infancy, electrified the blues when they
moved north and perfected improvisational comedy, all of which can —
and should be — experienced. Read
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FITNESS
AND RECREATION
Nothing but the howl of mid-winter keeps a Chicagoan indoors. Except for
perhaps February, you'll see plenty of locals out running, biking and
skating along the lake and in the parks. Read
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TRANSPORTATION
O'Hare International Airport, opened in 1955, is one of the nation's busiest,
with more than 200,000 passengers passing through each day. Read
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DAY
TRIPS
Chicago's skyline towers over the vast expanse of America's Great Plains.
And out there, fascinating road trip destinations await, even those on
the city's edges. Read
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RECOMMENDED EVENTS
Want to experience a great festival, museum exhibit or other upcoming local event? Plan your trip to Chicago around one of our picks. Read
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