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Spectacular views of Lake Michigan along with the colorful sights, sounds and excitement of Chicago make the city a great romantic getaway. Accommodations in the city's downtown hotels offer luxurious rooms as well as effortless access…
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Located 40 miles west of Chicago in the Fox River Valley, the town of Geneva, Illinois, offers outdoor enthusiasts 50 parks comprising more than 700 acres that feature bicycle and walking trails, playgrounds, athletic fields, an outdoo…
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Galena, Illinois, is an outdoor paradise located in the upper Midwest. The city is a popular year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts that flock to the area to enjoy a wealth of activities. Hot air ballooning, horseback riding, f…
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El Paso is a city located in the midwestern state of Illinois (in the central part of the state). It is situated in both Woodford and McLean Counties. The city has a population of almost 3,000 people. For those planning on either visit…
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The hotels in Skokie, Ill., offer close proximity to golf courses, parks, zoos and shopping. More and more, people are opting to stay in Skokie because it is out of the downtown Chicago area, but still close enough to enjoy the city.
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The Chicago suburb of Oak Brook is well known as the home to McDonald's world headquarters and Hamburger University. This upscale community has numerous attractions for recreation and entertainment, and with all the lodging choices, th…
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Rich with parks, golf courses, trails and nature facilities, Schaumburg, Illinois is a great location for leisure activities. Schaumburg is home to the Spring Valley Nature Center, a 135-acre wildlife refuge. Volkening Lake offers boat…
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Starved Rock State Park, located alongside the Illinois River, provides a plethora of activities for any outdoor traveler. Between exploring Starved Rock's 13 miles of trails and 18 canyons, boating and fishing in the Illinois River, a…
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Roughly half an hour outside Chicago, Oak Brook has much to offer travelers. It is home to a top shopping destination, The Oak Brook Center, which features outdoor shopping with six major department stores and 160 additional shops and…
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Geneva, Illinois, is in the Fox River Valley, 40 miles west of Chicago. The region is rich in history. For more then 6,000 years, Indians inhabited the river valley. Home styles range from Greek Revival, Italianate and Queen Anne. Loca…
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Ottawa, Illinois is located in the Illinois Praise in a valley near the Fox and Illinois Rivers in the northern portion of the state. Because of its natural setting, the city offers an array of outdoor activities including camping oppo…
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Zion, Illinois, is located between Chicago and Milwaukee, near the shores of Lake Michigan. Driving time to Chicago or Milwaukee is about an hour. The city has a population under 30,000 but boasts several must-do outdoor activities, in…
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The southeastern Illinois village of Louisville in Clay County borders the Little Wabash River. The village's population is about 1,000 and the county hosts an identifiable Ghost Town, Bethel, which sits along an old railroad line. Sur…
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Travelers will appreciate these hotels near Manhattan, Illinois, that provide many of the comforts of home without taking them too far away from preferred activities just off the beaten path. Common activities to enjoy near Manhattan i…
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Paris, Ill., is a small city near the border of Indiana where Abraham Lincoln once worked as a young attorney before his presidential days. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to Twin Lakes Park, which includes 223 acres of water fo…
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