All Chicago Travel Advice

• Navy Pier, Chicago: A Carnival/Art Gallery/Mall
  June 26, 2012 8:49 am
  Everything you need for summer fun in a lake-side location! read more
• Priceless Chicago: Great Things to See and Do This Summer for Free (or Cheap!)
  June 14, 2012 9:13 am
  Guest blogger Brigid Ronan on Chicago entertainment, culture, and food. read more
• Continental Adds Routes Between Florida, United Hubs
  November 18, 2010 3:32 pm
  Continental announced it will add flights to West Palm Beach and Ft. Lauderdale from current United hubs in Chicago and Denver as the two airlines continue aligning their route maps. read more
• Favorite Airport
  November 7, 2010 12:00 am
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• Southwest Announces Initial Newark Service
  October 28, 2010 5:45 pm
  Southwest announced today it will launch flights to Chicago and St. Louis in March, and CEO Gary Kelly said there are more routes to come. read more
• Making the Most of the Fall Travel Season
  September 3, 2010 9:34 am
  If you're fortunate enough that you can travel when you want, instead of when your employer or school wants, fall is a great time to get going. Ed Perkins offers up ideas. read more
• Ten Great Cities for Walking and Biking
  June 25, 2010 6:00 am
  Plenty of cities in the U.S. and Canada are known for being walkable, and a number of urban centers cater to cyclists as well, even offering bicycles for rent. But a few destinations stand out as urban meccas for active travelers. read more
• Chicago for a Family of Four
  May 4, 2010 9:46 am
  The Deal Detective makes taking your little ones to the Windy City this summer a breeze. But you don't have to have kids to enjoy the benefits of this budget vacation. read more
• The World's Worst Tourist Traps
  April 18, 2010 12:00 am
  Here are our picks for the 10 most overrated destinations. read more
• New Wave of Body Scanners Coming Soon
  February 24, 2010 3:18 pm
  Boston's Logan airport and Chicago's O'Hare are set to receive the first of 150 new whole-body imaging machines, the result of $25 million set aside in last year's stimulus plan. read more
• Megabus Gives Away 100K Free Tickets
  December 15, 2009 9:35 am
  The low-cost bus service, which routinely offers $1 seats, is offering 100,000 free seats this winter, including 40,000 to New York City. read more
• Travelocity Provides Live Airport Updates
  November 23, 2009 9:19 am
  Starting tomorrow, Travelocity will have live spotters at a dozen major airports sending delay information via Twitter and Travelocity's blog. read more
• See the Country by Train and Save Big
  October 28, 2009 9:23 am
  The Deal Detective helps a mom plan a getaway by train for her family. All aboard for ways to save and plan when riding the rails. read more
• Car Rental Booking Test Yields Surprising Results
  October 14, 2009 4:19 pm
  Our series comparing online travel agencies with direct travel suppliers continues this month with a focus on rental cars. The results may be a real eye opener: Where you book is less important than previously thought. read more
• Big Day for Chicago, Rio, Tokyo, Madrid
  October 2, 2009 1:28 pm
  The International Olympic Committee will announce the host city for the 2016 summer games later today, with the President and First Lady making a last-minute pitch for their home city. read more
• Summer Deals in the City
  June 25, 2009 4:45 pm
  Find thinner crowds and bigger deals in cities this summer. This year, the savings potential is even greater as properties slash rates to recoup bookings from the lull in tourism. read more
• Ten Great Theme Parks and How to Save
  May 29, 2009 12:00 am
  Plan a thrilling summer vacation without going broke. read more
• Southwest Announces LaGuardia Routes
  April 9, 2009 1:03 pm
  Southwest's much-anticipated LaGuardia service will launch in June with eight daily nonstop departures to Chicago and Baltimore, and connecting flights to 45 destinations. read more
• Discovering New Cities With Friendly Locals
  July 8, 2009 12:09 pm
  Finding a local to show you around is one of the best ways to get to know a new city or rediscover an old favorite. Here are ways to find willing guides. read more
• Travel in the Footsteps of a President
  January 25, 2009 6:25 pm
  Millions traveled to D.C. for Inauguration Day. There are other destinations, however, that can shed as much light on this historic occasion: the places that shaped Obama's life. read more
• Better Airports, Happier Passengers?
  January 8, 2009 3:10 pm
  Do airport improvements make for better passenger experiences? Here's a roundup of some of the new airport developments in 2008. read more
• Virgin America Welcomed to Boston, Chased Out of Chicago
  August 3, 2009 9:22 am
  Beantown residents, not Chicagoans, will reap the benefits of new low-cost service. United, American, and Delta made sure of it. read more
• London, Paris, New York, and More, for Free
  January 22, 2009 1:09 pm
  In a tough economic climate, everyone's looking for a bargain, and there's nothing better than free. Luckily, our 10 destinations are full of attractions that don't cost a cent. read more
• Get Blown Away by Windy City Deals
  August 7, 2008 4:43 pm
  Chicago brings good news to cash-strapped vacationers, as a city with one of the country's busiest airports and a lot of good deals that follow. read more
• Search an 'Old Country' Route for Lower Fares
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  It can pay off to search routes from U.S. cities with many residents of one national background when traveling to a foreign country. read more
• Next up for Virgin America: Chicago
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Virgin America plans take on American and United with service between Chicago O'Hare and Los Angeles and San Francisco in November. Could lower fares be on the way? read more
• Ten of America's Favorite Theme Parks and Ways to Save
  May 12, 2008 12:00 am
  With summer right around the corner, now is the time to plan a trip the whole family can enjoy. Here are 10 theme parks that will make the long days of summer melt into your memory forever. read more
• Trip du Jour Small Neighborhoods in Big Cities
  January 22, 2008 1:59 pm
  Discover small neighborhoods in big cities where you can find great spots to eat, drink, play, shop, and sleep. Take an audio tour of Lisbon, Chicago, and Portland. read more
• Top ten restaurants and bars in U.S. cities
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Citysearch has published its new list of top bars and restaurants in 10 cities around the U.S. read more
• Are alternate airports worth the drive?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Travel experts always recommend alternate airports as a way to save money on airfare. Ed Perkins shares his picks for the most—and least—convenient smaller airports. read more
• The Best North American Food Festivals
  June 20, 2007 12:00 am
  Your visual guide to gourmet gatherings from coast to coast. read more
• Five top destinations for solo travelers
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  When you're flying solo, picking the right destination is key. These five standout destinations offer cheap accommodations, easy transportation, and lots to see and do. read more
• Southwest announces new San Francisco fares from $39*
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Southwest's new Bay Area service begins on August 24. It will serve Chicago, Las Vegas, and San Diego nonstop, with direct or connecting flights to 46 other cities. One-way introductory fares start at $39. read more
• Top U.S. arts city winners
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  <em>American Style Magazine</em> announced the winners of its annual Top 25 Arts Destinations readers' poll. Winners come in three sizes: big, mid-sized, and small city. With 75 winners to choose from, art may be closer than you think. read more

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