Chicago has three free trolleys. All are seasonal. At times the lines for free trolleys can get very long and you may find yourself waiting for several trolleys to pass before you can board. Navy Pier Trolley #1 The free Navy Pier Trolley is offering expanded service to the Art Institute of … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Trolleys
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Metra Kids Ride Free All Summer
Metra Kids Ride Free All Summer. From May 29-September 4 up to three children age 11 and under will be able to ride for free with each fare-paying adult. $8 Weekend Pass Don't forget to take advantage of Metra's unlimited ride $8 Weekend Pass. The $8 Weekend Pass allows unlimited rides on both … [Read more...] about Metra Kids Ride Free All Summer
Guide to Chicago Water Taxi’s
Spring has sprung! The water taxi's (just Chicago Water Taxi Main branch Route; Michigan Avenue, Ogilvie/Union, LaSalle, and The Riverwalk.) are running! The Chicago water taxi's are a fun and relaxing transit alternative that gets you from A to B while gliding along our waterways. Take a cheap … [Read more...] about Guide to Chicago Water Taxi’s
Shop Jewel Earn Shell Gas Discount
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Shop Jewel Earn Shell Gas Discount. I don't live near a Jewel but whenever I'm going close to one I always peruse the Weekly ad in advance and pop in and pick up the sale items. And bread - Jewel has a very good bakery. Anyway on my last visit I noticed that they have a deal where you can earn up … [Read more...] about Shop Jewel Earn Shell Gas Discount
Metra Weekend Pass Holiday Extension
Metra will extend its Weekend Pass to cover each of the three-day holiday weekends during the season. For just $8, you’ll be able to take unlimited rides on Metra on Dec. 24-26 and Dec. 31-Jan. 2. Check out Chi-Town Rising Chicago's New Year's Eve extravaganza. Check out all Holiday events … [Read more...] about Metra Weekend Pass Holiday Extension
Free Rivers Casino Des Plaines Shuttles
Free Rivers Casino Des Plaines Shuttles. There are three FREE shuttles serving Rivers Casino in Des Plaines. Shuttle from Downtown Chicago Hotels and more The website says: Transportation to Downtown requires advance reservations by calling Michelle Scibetta, Hotel & Sales Manager at … [Read more...] about Free Rivers Casino Des Plaines Shuttles
How to find out if your vehicle has been recalled
Everyone has heard about the terrible accident the Star Wars actor was involved in. Apparently he wasn't aware of a recall on his vehicle. Here's how to find out if your vehicle has been recalled. From what I've read recall repairs are free. There are several locations where you can check and … [Read more...] about How to find out if your vehicle has been recalled
Free CTA art tour
***Updated from 6/2015 The Tribune has finally discovered the CTA Art Collection which I first wrote about in June 2015.*** Usually we're all rushing in and out of CTA stations but if you have the time stop and take a look or better yet take a tour. The collection includes mosaics, sculptures … [Read more...] about Free CTA art tour
Divvy Week Chicago freebies
Divvy Week Chicago freebies. In celebration Earth Day (Apr 22) Divvy will be offering freebies and discounts during Divvy Week. When: April 22-29, 2016 Where: throughout the city April 22 is a Divvy FREE day. To get your free 24-hour pass (value $9.95) for unlimited 30-minute trips on Earth … [Read more...] about Divvy Week Chicago freebies
Save time with Ventra Mobile Ticket app
Save time with Ventra Mobile Ticket app. This app won't save you money but it will save you time. For anyone who's waited in line to buy a ticket at Union or Ogilvie Stations at rush hour or on a Saturday can now use the app to skip the enormous lines. This app has been out since November, … [Read more...] about Save time with Ventra Mobile Ticket app
How to find cheap parking in Chicago
How to find cheap parking in Chicago. Parking in Chicago can be very expensive. Meters downtown are $6.50 per hour 8AM-9PM, $6.50 for 2 hours 9PM-8AM. Finding street parking can be a nightmare and if the signs where you're parking aren't clear don't park there. A parking ticket or worse a tow … [Read more...] about How to find cheap parking in Chicago
Free Chicago area Casino Shuttles
Some casino's offer free shuttles, some require you to take public transit to connect with a free shuttle and some offer no shuttle at all. As always check the schedules as they are all subject to change. Guide to Chicago Area Casinos Illinois Casino's Grand Victoria Elgin, 250 South … [Read more...] about Free Chicago area Casino Shuttles
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