1. The Magnificent Mile – Chicago’s largest shopping district – 13 blocks to be exact. It’s almost like the Fifth Avenue of New York City, except the…… Read more “more touristy chicago things”
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chicago as seen from 1,450 feet up in the air
Don’t worry, you’ll be completely safe. Except for the time the Skydeck cracked back in 2014, but you know, other than that, you’ll be completely safe. Willis Tower,…… Read more “chicago as seen from 1,450 feet up in the air”
what it’s like to almost ride your tandem bike into the chicago river
It’s pretty scary. It’s sheer panic. That moment when your life flashes before your eyes. It’s the same moment you lose control of your tandem bike and…… Read more “what it’s like to almost ride your tandem bike into the chicago river”
how to be a tourist in chicago
Visit the Bean Take lots of pictures of, with, around, under, etc. of said Bean Or more accurately, Cloud Gate, which is what it’s actually called. This…… Read more “how to be a tourist in chicago”
another amazing (and free) view of chicago
If you’re visiting Chicago on a budget, or you just don’t feel like shelling out $30+ for a boat tour, a great way to see the city…… Read more “another amazing (and free) view of chicago”
how to get a fantastic view of the chicago skyline
Two words. Navy Pier. It was built in 1916, marking 2016 as their 100th anniversary – so I’m sure there will be lots of special events to…… Read more “how to get a fantastic view of the chicago skyline”
how to eat deep dish pizza in Chicago
So I normally don’t get into the nitty gritty of food in this blog, but most of the time, what you eat is one of the most…… Read more “how to eat deep dish pizza in Chicago”
the road to chicago
New year. New me. New blog posts. Not much has changed in the last four months, since I last posted (sorry, I’ve been slacking). Except that I…… Read more “the road to chicago”
how to be a tourist 