by Cheryl | Jan 10, 2019 | places we PLAY
Have you made your travel plans for the year? If you’re at a loss of what to do, you MUST attend the Chicago Travel and Adventure show this weekend. Not only can you plan your next vacation/staycation for the year, but you’ll be surprised to find other...
by Cheryl | Dec 21, 2018 | places we PLAY
We wanted to squeeze a little more holiday fun so what could be better than holiday lights? (See some great lights here in Wisconsin.) This time we ventured closer to our area and headed to Mack Manor in Fox River Grove. I heard that they were recently aired on The...
by Cheryl | Dec 16, 2018 | places we PLAY
Last weekend, we had a family Grinch day with a movie and ice skating at Westfield Old Orchard. While there we checked out the new CMX Market Cinemas Old Orchard to watch The Grinch (or the “Grunch” as my daughter calls it). I’ve heard great things...
by Cheryl | Dec 6, 2018 | places we PLAY
Did you know Santa Claus has a special hideaway in Lake Geneva? Last Friday, my family and I rode on the Santa Cruise to find Santa’s secret hideaway on the Lake Geneva Cruise Line. We had a holly jolly good time experiencing this unique way to see Santa....
by Cheryl | Dec 5, 2018 | places we PLAY
Are you ready to see Santa? Then consider making a stop at Water Tower Place to go on a Santa sleigh ride and also see the jolly old man himself. The Portable North Pole virtual Santa sleigh ride makes its debut in the U.S. and exclusive to Chicago. The kids were...
by Cheryl | Dec 4, 2018 | places we PLAY
Did you know when Santa is in town he stays at the Swissotel Chicago? In anticipation of his arrival, the hotel goes all out decorating in his honor. And guess what? All guests are invited to see his very own Santa Suite. We had a chance to visit his lavishly...
