Travel Tips
Slicing Up Chicago Style Pizza

If you love the taste, the crisp, the cheese and the hands-on experience of pizza, Chicago is the motherland of “za” and a sanctuary of pie. Known for its Chicago-style, deep dish, pizza – thick, complex, saucy and smothered with mozzarella – Chicago is home to the best pizza restaurants, joints, dives and parlors in [...]
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Navy Pier Package at Best Western Plus River North

The most exciting attraction in Chicago, Navy Pier is a waterfront playground on Lake Michigan. This lakeside entertainment landmark features unique attractions, parks, promenades, gardens, museums, art exhibits, shops, restaurants, rides and exciting events. Experience a true Chicago tradition at Navy Pier, where families and friends come together for fun in Windy City. Head over [...]
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Best Beaches of Chicago

Edging Lake Michigan, Chicago is an urban playground with miles of sandy beaches lining the lakefront. Surrounded by soaring skyscrapers and the vibrant energy of the Windy City, Chicago’s 23 beautiful beaches have a unique vibe and feel. Whether you want to soak up the sun, play a game of volleyball, build a sandcastle, spark [...]
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Chicago by Bike

With miles of bike paths along Lake Michigan, beautiful park trails, and eclectic neighborhoods, Chicago is an eco-conscious and bike friendly town. Chicago is home to exciting bike tours, cool bike shops where you can find rentals, and year-round bike events, including the annual Bike to Work Rally on Daley Plaza, that celebrate the city’s [...]
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6 Ways to Experience Chicago’s Architecture Tours

Architecture tours abound in Chicago and you’re bound to be spellbound by them all. They’re all given by Chicago Architecture Foundation docents who are well-versed in all aspects of the city’s buildings and history. So you can rest assured that you’ll be in good hands. All right, enough chatter, let’s get to the heart of [...]
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Top 5 Things You Must Do At Millennium Park

Millennium Park in Chicago is one heck of a beautiful park. Covering 24 awesome acres, this downtown oasis always has something going on and you will always be enchanted, enthralled, and entertained. Now let’s skip the hyperbole and get to the top five things you must do at Millennium Park. 1. Let’s say you want to [...]
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5 Ways To Blend In With Chicagoans

I moved to Chicago from Michigan after graduating college about 3 years ago. In 3 years guess how much I’ve learned about what it means to be a Chicagoan? Not as much as I’d hoped. Chicagoans are still a mystery in a lot of ways. But there are a few things I’ve gleaned and I’m [...]
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5 New Year’s Resolutions for the Chicago Traveler

Hey, anyone can pledge to get in shape, give up a bad habit, or spend more quality time with friends and family. But WHERE are you doing all those things? Don’t just limit yourself to the ordinary setting and resolutions. Branch out a bit! Challenge yourself! And explore a world-class city. ‘Where can I do [...]
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Your Cheap Eats List for River North Chicago

At Best Western Plus River North Hotel, I’ve asked fans what they’d like to see on our blog. What are they craving? Well, it seems at the top of that list is food. Or, more specifically, people want to know about “Cheap Eats” in our neighborhood. Some guests do want to experience the exquisiteness that [...]
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Book a Smarter Trip, Plan a Smarter Stay

You’ve just gotten back from your trip to Chicago and run into someone you know. “Oh you were just in Chicago? I know this great little place!” or “Were you sure to see X?” At BEST WESTERN PLUS River North Hotel we have no shortage of recommendations for our guests depending on their interests, budget [...]
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