Chicago downtown skyline with park and the beach.

Chicago

Destination

‘Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it’. Never has a truer word been said by the legendary Ferris Bueller who infamously took a day off to explore the beautiful city of Chicago.

Located in northeastern Illinois on the southwestern shores of the freshwater Lake Michigan, Chicago has been the epicentre of several films and TV shows – and for good reason. From the aforementioned Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to the US version of Shameless, it’s never been easier to spot your favourite Chicago hangouts.

If popular culture isn’t your thing, then there’s plenty more to entice you to fly to the Windy City. We’re talking about breathtaking architecture, incredible food and then there’s the entertainment. This topped off with its idyllic lakeside location and friendly locals. Have we missed anything off the list?

Bold, innovative and exciting – Chicago loves to thrill and is continually pushing boundaries. Whether you favour deep-pan pizza and some of the finest steak on the East Coast or love unique gastronomical delights that are made for sharing on Instagram, when it comes to great foods, Chicago delivers!

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Where are the best coffee shops in Chicago?

Guides & Tips

Coffee is a serious business in Chicago. Whether you are just looking for a quick caffeine fix on the go or are a coffee bean aficionado looking to get the LD on the java diversity, you will adore the coffee culture in Chicago. Whether you have a couple of days or a couple of weeks, there’s no need to suffer from any caffeine FOMO. Let us clue you in to not just the best coffee shops in Chicago for the best roasters, but where to have an amazing caffeine-fuelled experience in the city.

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Best museums in Chicago

See & Do

From literature and art to science and history, the variety of museums in Chicago is varied and plentiful. It’s almost guaranteed that you will find something to love. Whether you are passionate about pharaohs, plants, paintings or all of the above, you will find it amongst the plethora of museums that make up Chicago’s cultural landscape.

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Chicago

Food & Drink

From eclectic eateries to sizzling steak and everything in-between. If you packed your appetite for the Windy City, you can’t really go wrong. Whether you are looking for Pan-Asian powerhouses, plant-powered plates or simply the best hot dogs in downtown, our guide to the best restaurants in Chicago will have you primed for plate-side success.