Are you ready for a Route 66 Weekend Getaway to Litchfield, IL? Litchfield owes it’s initial success to the railroad Then oil and gas were discovered, and coal mines opened. Suffice it to say that Litchfield had significant opportunity to remain a prosperous town. Let’s be happy it did, because … Read More ›
Category: Illinois
Featuring an Illinois Destination
While the bitter cold temperatures we’ve been experiencing in Illinois are not great for humans, it is a great time to go bald eagle watching in Northern Illinois. Many bald eagles spend their winters in Illinois. They are attracted to the open water on our rivers which allows them to … Read More ›
When I visited the National Museum of American History in Washington, DC, they had an exhibition on Abraham Lincoln. I will never forget staring at his iconic top hat in a display case, right after learning about his life and death. That exhibit made Lincoln real to me like no … Read More ›
If you’re looking for a fun getaway where you can enjoy both the outdoors and delve into your love of history, this weekend getaway is perfect for you. There are so many things to do in Northern Illinois, this getaway is focused on the Dixon area. Introduction This area has … Read More ›
Have you ever wondered “How can I get away for a weekend when I don’t have time to plan a getaway?” Some people do not travel simply because they do not have the bandwidth required to plan a trip. During one stressful time in my life, husband and I needed … Read More ›
Ever since I visited the famous Pike’s Place Market in Seattle, I have loved public markets. However, Seattle isn’t the only place you’ll find a public market. During a weekend getaway to Milwaukee, I discovered the Milwaukee Public Market in the beautiful Historic Third Ward. Then, on a quick weekend … Read More ›
It’s time to give my home state some love. Most people visit Illinois to see the fine city of Chicago. Until a few years ago, I also didn’t pay much attention to the rest of Illinois. Honestly, it always seemed more fun to travel to another state. However, I now … Read More ›