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Take the King of Pop Hometown Tour, 45 minutes outside of Chicago

If you're looking to catch up on some pop culture while you are visiting Chicago, you should definitely check out the King of Pop Hometown Tour. JWR...
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City Secret: Sheffield House in Wrigleyville, a very inexpensive hotel

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Forget about those fancy hotels in the heart of the city! When you want to plan an inexpensive getaway to Chicago, you have to look for deals outside...
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Best place to plan for an Irish getaway... Chicago!

Taking a trip to Ireland can be costly, especially if you only have a few days to get away. So when Saint Patrick’s Day weekend comes around,...
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Plan a budget-friendly getaway to Chicago for Spring Break

A lot of people will be heading south for the winter. However, this can be costly, as thousands of tourists flock to the Florida coast, Mexican...
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Chicago Restaurant Week extended another week to March 6

If you haven’t been able to hit up the 130 restaurants participating in Chicago Restaurant Week, don’t worry! This fantastic promotion in...
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Mardi Gras in Chicago

You don’t have to go to New Orleans to celebrate Fat Tuesday! There are plenty of Mardi Gras celebrations in and around the city of Chicago. You...
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Enjoy cheap eats during Chicago Restaurant Week (Feb 20-27)

For the second year in a row, over 130 Chicago restaurants are offering affordable three-course meals (and deals) of a lifetime to anyone who graces...
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Win $5,000! Enter the Karaoke Olympics in Chicago

Instead of spending money when you travel to Chicago, how about making some? By planning a few getaways to Chicago as soon as possible, you will have...
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Feel like a rockstar and sing karaoke in Chicago

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Do you sing while taking a shower? Do you find yourself rocking out while driving in your car? Do you tap your feet to the beat of the music on your...
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Finding romantic gifts in Chicago

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When you are taking a little romantic getaway to Chicago, you may experience all sorts of problems bringing your Valentine's Day gift along with you....
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