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Perfect Pairing: Italian Cuisine & Broadway Bliss in Chicago

The main event of our quick trip to the Windy City was seeing Les Misérables, our favorite musical. This was our first time experiencing Chicago’s Theater District, and we were impressed. The area was clean, well-maintained, and easy to navigate, making for a stress-free evening. Cadillac Palace Theater For convenience, we stayed at the Cambria Hotel,… Continue reading Perfect Pairing: Italian Cuisine & Broadway Bliss in Chicago

Front of the Chicago Art Institute Building
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Unexpected Finds at the Chicago Art Institute

The Chicago Art Institute wasn’t initially at the top of my list for this trip to the Windy City. Given more time, I would have picked the Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, or the Museum of Science and Industry—all places more in my wheelhouse. But with only a couple of hours and the Art Institute conveniently nearby, it seemed… Continue reading Unexpected Finds at the Chicago Art Institute

Lighted sign that says "Eat Pizza" on the wall at Giordano's Pizza in Chicago
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Giordano’s Pizza: A Must-Visit for Deep Dish in Chicago

If you're heading to Chicago, trying authentic deep-dish pizza should be at the top of your food bucket list. On our recent visit to the Windy City, we made sure to stop by Giordano's Pizza at 130 E Randolph St, an iconic location conveniently nestled between Millennium Park and the Chicago River. Chicago Classic Pizza… Continue reading Giordano’s Pizza: A Must-Visit for Deep Dish in Chicago

Beds in a hotel room with a map style drawing on the wall at the Cambria Hotel Chicago
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Cambria Hotel Chicago: The Perfect Stay for a Night at the Theatre

A quick trip to Chicago for a night at the theatre calls for a hotel that’s comfortable, convenient, and close to the venue. On our recent visit to see Les Misérables at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, we found just that at Cambria Hotel Chicago Loop - Theatre District. Our Room Location, Location, Location One of… Continue reading Cambria Hotel Chicago: The Perfect Stay for a Night at the Theatre