Blog, Dining
20+ brunch deals to try during Chicago Restaurant Week 2025
In Chicago, discovering the hot new brunch places is the highlight of the weekend. It’s the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, explore a…
Amy Bizzarri
Amy Bizzarri is a freelance writer specializing in family fun and travel. She lives with her two kids in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. Follow Amy and her adventures in Chicago and beyond on Instagram @amybizzarri
24 posts by Amy Bizzarri
Blog, Shopping and fashion
From Chicago with love: the ultimate guide to Chicago gifts
As Chicago transforms into a winter wonderland, the hunt for the perfect holiday gift begins. Chicago’s merry neighborhood boutiques offer a treasure trove of unique,…
Shopping and fashion, Special events
Shop Chicago’s gift-filled holiday markets
Looking for the perfect gift? Chicago is home to a magical array of holiday markets, from artisan pop-ups with cool handmade items to traditional Christmas…
Blog, Family
Things to do in Chicago with kids this summer
Summer in Chicago is always epic. With 26 miles of shoreline along sparkling Lake Michigan, bountiful gardens, green spaces, and bike trails, Chicago invites visitors…
Architecture & history, Blog, Tours & attractions
The ultimate Route 66 Chicago itinerary
It’s America’s most cherished byway, stretching over 2,400 miles from Chicago to Santa Monica. Countless motorists have rambled along the “double six,” stopping to pay…
Blog, Free & cheap
Where to see spring flowers in Chicago
It’s springtime in Chicago and the city is in bloom! From yellow daffodils to bright red tulips to pastel cherry blossoms, flowers are popping up…
Tours & attractions
Your guide to spring break 2024 in Chicago
In the springtime, Chicago lives up to its official city motto Urbs In Horto — “City in a Garden.” Our countless parks, green spaces, and…
Blog, Family, Tours & attractions
FlyOver Chicago, Navy Pier’s newest attraction, is now open
If you’ve ever wished you could soar into the clouds above our city’s beautiful skyline, a new attraction at Navy Pier promises to take you…
Blog, Family, Hotels, Special events
10 Chicago hotels decking the halls for the holidays
No other city shines with the spirit of the holidays like Chicago. Families glide across the ice on scenic skating rinks, shoppers sip mulled wine…
Blog, Hotels, Sponsored
Plan your Chicago holiday getaway at these festive Hilton hotels
It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Chicago. Festive lights shine bright, carolers sing next to The Bean, and cozy cafes welcome guests…
Blog, Family, Tours & attractions
Top things to do at Navy Pier this summer
Stretching more than 3,000 feet into Lake Michigan, Navy Pier is one of the Midwest’s top destinations for stunning skyline views, family-friendly attractions, cultural activities,…
Blog, Family
Chicago summer fun bucket list for families
This summer in Chicago is going to be epic. After months of being cooped up at home, Chicago has fully reopened for everyone to enjoy.…
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