Flashback: Early 80s, me–decked out in an eyelet dress and Mary Janes–scurrying up Mt. Trashmore with my pastel wicker basket. At least two other dozen kids raced up the mountain for those jelly bean- chocolate-filled goodies, giggling as our moms … Continue reading
When any publication releases its “hit lists,” my first reaction is to scan for my city (Chicago), then shake my head in agreement or reach with pure disdain (like the time Forbes.com named the Windy City as one of the … Continue reading
No, the photo isn’t Six Flags, but the property owner of this Lake George vacation home assures us it’s 30 minutes away from Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Water Park. So you can go canoeing and hit the … Continue reading
Just like it wasn’t fair to count the Michigan State Spartans out of the NCAA title, It wasn’t fair to write off Michigan vacation homes as worthy escapes. Just look at the log cabin beauty above. Wouldn’t you rather be … Continue reading
The Tarheel State has a lot more going for it than its boys in Carolina blue: It’s a great place to vacation with the family. From North Carolina vacation rentals on the coast to mountain cabins, the state appeals to … Continue reading
Recognize that skyline? It’s none other than balmy San Diego, home to miles of coastline, days of sun and a zoo that Kung Fu Panda would envy. Speaking of the zoo, it’s a bastion for gorillas, polar bears, flamingos, exotic … Continue reading
Much to the detriment of this blogger’s aching fingertips, Check-In, Check-Out has given in to Twitter. Follow me at checkincheckout, and I’ll follow you, too. (Yes, I did use first and third person in the same sentence.) If it means … Continue reading
I definitely risk bodily harm by making the following statement: Last baseball season, one set of fans showed just as much heart as those in my adopted hometown of Chicago: The Tampa Bay Rays’. But I’ll have to give it … Continue reading