10 Best Mini Golf Courses in Illinois

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Novelty Golf and Games, Lincolnwood, IL

If you have a group who all likes different activities, Novelty Golf and Games will be a people-pleaser for everyone. This game center offers mini golf as well as batting cages and a classic…

If you have a group who all likes different activities, Novelty Golf and Games will be a…

The 9 Best Ice Cream Parlors in Illinois!

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Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, Skokie, IL

Chocolate Shoppe is another family-owned parlor that makes super-premium ice cream in dozens of flavors. They began with just 19 flavors in 1962, and now they offer over 100 delicious ice cream and…

Chocolate Shoppe is another family-owned parlor that makes super-premium ice cream in dozens of…

The 9 Best Candy Shops in Illinois!

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Illinois Nut & Candy, Skokie, IL

Illinois Nut & Candy has been raising the bar for candy-making since 2004. Unlike most candy stores, this one offers vegan, sugar-free, organic, gluten-free, kosher, lactose-free, and food…

Illinois Nut & Candy has been raising the bar for candy-making since 2004. Unlike most candy…

The 10 Best Sports Centers in Illinois!

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Skokie Sports Park, Skokie, IL

Skokie Sports Park is ideal for golf lovers. It even made the list of top 50 golf ranges in America. This year-round sports park features a 40-station range, two adventure golf courses, and batting…

Skokie Sports Park is ideal for golf lovers. It even made the list of top 50 golf ranges in…

8 Best Dermatologists in Illinois!

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Illinois Dermatology Institute – Skokie, IL

At Illinois Dermatology Institute, the staff takes an individualized approach to each and every patient’s dermatology treatment. The clinic uses the latest and most advanced treatments to diagnose,…

At Illinois Dermatology Institute, the staff takes an individualized approach to each and every…

10 Best Thai Restaurants in Illinois

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Pinto Thai Evanston, Evanston, IL

Pinto Thai is the best place for vegetarian and vegan Thai options. You can substitute meat for vegetables or tofu with any meal. There are also vegetarian options for their appetizers, soups, and…

Pinto Thai is the best place for vegetarian and vegan Thai options. You can substitute meat for…

10 Best Shopping Outlets in Illinois

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Church Street Plaza, Evanston, IL

Church Street Plaza has everything you need for a fantastic day. It’s lined with fun shops to explore, a beautiful cinema, and restaurants to appeal to just about any flavor you’re…

Church Street Plaza has everything you need for a fantastic day. It’s lined with fun shops to…

The 10 Best Nature Centers in Illinois!

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Emily Oaks Nature Center, Skokie, IL

The Emily Oaks Nature Center in Skokie features 13 acres of savanna with native grasses, oak trees, and wildlife including flying squirrels, red foxes, river snakes, and more. A three-acre pond also…

The Emily Oaks Nature Center in Skokie features 13 acres of savanna with native grasses, oak trees,…

The 9 Best Breweries in Illinois!

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Temperance Beer Company, Evanston, IL

Temperance Beer Company is all about making life better through great beer. Here guests can comfortably sample Temperance’s freshest beer in a relaxing ambiance. On-tap brews may include a…

Temperance Beer Company is all about making life better through great beer. Here guests can…

The 9 Best Bagel Shops in Illinois!

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Kaufman’s Bagel & Delicatessen, Skokie, IL

Kaufman’s was established in 1960 and takes pride in their high-quality bagels. AOL’s Kitchen’s Best chose Kaufman’s bagels as the best in the country. This old-fashioned…

Kaufman’s was established in 1960 and takes pride in their high-quality bagels. AOL’s…

Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream, Skokie, IL

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Pinto Thai Evanston, Evanston, IL

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Pinto Thai is the best place for vegetarian and vegan Thai options. You can substitute meat for vegetables or tofu with any meal. There are also vegetarian options for their appetizers, soups, and… Read More

Illinois Nut & Candy, Skokie, IL

Featured in The 9 Best Candy Shops in Illinois!

Illinois Nut & Candy has been raising the bar for candy-making since 2004. Unlike most candy stores, this one offers vegan, sugar-free, organic, gluten-free, kosher, lactose-free, and food… Read More

Skokie Sports Park, Skokie, IL

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Spirit Elephant, Winnetka, IL

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When you walk into Spirit Elephant, the first “wow” is the gorgeous decor, but it’s soon followed by the “wow” of its fantastic food. Try its incredible vegan dishes… Read More

A Frank Lloyd Wright extravaganza

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Oak Park is home to a huge assortment of Wright-designed homes and buildings, and is the place where he perfected much of his groundbreaking architectural style. There are 25 buildings and homes,… Read More

Field Museum, Chicago, IL

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The Field Museum is one of Chicago’s most iconic attractions, and there’s no question about why. Along with a rotating variety of special exhibits, this museum features incredible… Read More

The Drifter, Chicago, IL

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The Green Door Tavern looks like a simple and relaxed neighborhood bar, and it is, but it also has a secret. In the back of the tavern, you’ll find a speakeasy called The Drifter. It has a… Read More

Chicago Ink Tattoo and Piercing, Chicago, IL

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There’s no doubt that Chicago Ink Tattoo and Piercing is the Windy City’s top choice for body art. With a team of five outstanding piercers, this thriving shop is sure to give you a… Read More

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