Great Winter Getaways Within 200 Miles of Chicago

winter getaways within 200 miles of Chicago

Anyone who lives in Chicago knows that the winter months can seemingly go on forever. If you have young children, you might already be getting cabin fever. The good news is that there are a ton of great getaway destinations within a few hours of Chicago. These mini vacations are great because all you need…

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4 Summer Getaways within a Few Hours Drive

Porcupine Wilderness State Park, Upper Michigan

Now that school’s out and there’s sunshine to spare, it’s time to think about heading out on the road for some family fun. Here are four ideas for nearby summer destinations, including our favorite one a couple of hours north: Before you head out on any trip, be sure to schedule a pre-trip check with Hong…

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Car Games to Make Holiday Road Trips Entertaining

For many people, sharing the holiday celebrations with loved ones requires a road trip or two. If you’ve got kids in tow, it can be a long, noisy ride. But one way to take the stress out of the equation and enjoy quality family time is to add in some fun travel-friendly games. Here is…

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Fun family car games for your summer travels

Everyone who has ever taken a trip with kids knows that in addition to snacks, entertainment for the journey is a must. One way to keep the “are we there yet?” questioning to a minimum is to keep everyone’s attention diverted with games and activities. And while hand-held video games and portable DVD players can…

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Get your vehicle in shape for summer road trips!

It’s May, which means Memorial Day is right around the corner. Memorial Day means cookouts and parades, and it also means the beginning of summer road trip season. After a long winter, your vehicle needs some TLC before heading out. Here are some suggestions for getting your car road worthy and ready for a long…

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