Allana Mortell

11 posts by Allana Mortell

Blog, Special events

30+ things to do in Chicago this November

November in Chicago is a magical time, as the leaves start to fall, festive decorations begin to appear, and holiday events fill up our social…

Published on October 29, 2024 by Allana Mortell

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Where to watch the Chicago Air and Water Show 2024

The Chicago Air and Water Show is one of the city’s most spectacular and beloved summer events. A longstanding tradition for more than six decades,…

Published on July 18, 2024 by Allana Mortell

Dining, Special events

Chicago bachelorette party: 8 ways to celebrate in the city

Planning one last fling before the ring? Chicago is the perfect spot for a getaway with your bachelorette or bachelor party. That’s because there’s a…

Published on March 31, 2021 by Allana Mortell

Blog, Dining, Special events

Where to celebrate Paczki Day and Mardi Gras in Chicago

The upcoming Mardi Gras festivities may be smaller in scale than year’s past, but there are still plenty of opportunities to celebrate. The holiday kicks…

Published on February 9, 2021 by Allana Mortell

Special events, Tours & attractions

20+ things to do in Chicago this October

October is upon us, which means it’s time to break out the cozy scarf and boots to enjoy some of the city’s finest fall festivities.…

Published on October 2, 2020 by Allana Mortell

Tours & attractions

10 Chicago day trips for an easy getaway

Summer travel might look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still soak up the season with a short, sun-filled getaway.…

Published on August 18, 2020 by Allana Mortell

Dining

Chicago’s dog-friendly bars and restaurants

Traveling with your pup means scouting out the best dog-friendly bars and restaurants wherever you go. And in Chicago, there’s no shortage of spots to…

Published on September 12, 2019 by Allana Mortell

Sports & recreation

4 can’t-miss Chicago sporting events this fall

As the seasons change in Chicago, fall welcomes cooler temperatures, colorful leaves, and a jam-packed event calendar for Chicago sports fans. From a long-standing rivaled…

Published on September 3, 2019 by Allana Mortell

Tours & attractions

3 Chicago pop-up museums to check out

The pop-up phenomenon has been taking Chicago by storm. These limited-edition experiences span almost every industry, from retail to restaurants to full-on museums. And the…

Published on July 2, 2019 by Allana Mortell