Top Ten: Free things to do in Chicago. Chicago is a big city, and like most big cities, it can be expensive for residents and visitors alike. And yet, there are amazing, fun, and free things to do here. Below are some highlights. If you really want to check the city out read: Free or cheap things … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Free things to do in Chicago
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Free tours with a local Chicago Greeter
The Chicago Greeter program is a volunteer only group of Chicago residents who provide free “visits” for tourists visiting Chicago. "Explore Chicago with a friendly, knowledgeable local as your guide. This free service matches visitors with enthusiastic, city-wise volunteers for 2-4 hour guided … [Read more...] about Free tours with a local Chicago Greeter
Top Ten: Fun things to do in Lincoln Park
The Lincoln Park neighborhood is just north of downtown and full of lots of great free things to do. At one time, it was ground zero for Chicago's yuppies. That's less the case than it used to be, but as the home of both DePaul University and some gorgeous old apartments, you'll see a great mix of … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Fun things to do in Lincoln Park
Further Afield: Door County on the Cheap
Last May, I took a press trip to Door County. I didn't write about it until now because Door County is not exactly a cheap destination in the summer. The bargains there are in the off-season: fall, winter, and into the spring. Door County it is a great, low-cost long weekend destination from … [Read more...] about Further Afield: Door County on the Cheap
