Getting to and from O'Hare Airport. O’Hare International Airport is about 17.5 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. There are multiple transportation options available to and from the city: public transit, airport shuttles, taxicabs, car rental, biking and Uber. O'hare has information booths in … [Read more...] about Getting to and from O’Hare Airport
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Getting to and from Midway Airport
Getting to and from Midway Airport. Midway Airport is located approximately 11 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. There are multiple transportation options available to the city: public transit, airport shuttles, taxicabs, biking and Uber. Note: This information was accurate when it was … [Read more...] about Getting to and from Midway Airport
Go Chicago Card: Attractions on the cheap
Go Chicago Card: Attractions on the cheap. The Go Chicago Card offers three types of multi-attraction passes that enable you to see top Chicago attractions on the cheap. Savings are up to 55% off retail admission prices. These flexible purchase options provide admission to up to 27 attractions … [Read more...] about Go Chicago Card: Attractions on the cheap
CityPass Chicago: Attractions on the cheap
CityPass Chicago: Attractions on the cheap. The CityPass Chicago is a booklet of admission tickets to five Chicago attractions on the cheap. Savings are up to 52% off retail admission prices. I reviewed the prices for these attractions separately and this is a really good deal if you only want … [Read more...] about CityPass Chicago: Attractions on the cheap
Guide to the Willis Tower Chicago
Guide to the Willis Tower Chicago. The distinctive looking Willis Tower has a few interesting things to see and do in and around it. The Willis Tower's lobby and plazas are undergoing extensive renovations through sometime in 2019. Where: 233 S. Wacker Drive Things to do and see The … [Read more...] about Guide to the Willis Tower Chicago
Free McCormick Place Art Collection
Free McCormick Place Art Collection. McCormick Place has a new app called Marty (which I'll cover in a later post after I test it). While checking out the app I discovered that McCormick Place has an art collection (the app contains a link to a pdf). Who knew? How you get access to it is another … [Read more...] about Free McCormick Place Art Collection
Discount spa services Vidal Sassoon Academy
Discount spa services Vidal Sassoon Academy. Vidal Sassoon Academy needs models to help students practice their skills, so it offers great prices to attract people. Where: Vidal Sassoon Academy 181 N. Clark Chicago To make an appointment, call 312-726-2279. When: Student services are offered … [Read more...] about Discount spa services Vidal Sassoon Academy
Discount spa treatments at Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove
Discount spa treatments at Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove. The Universal Spa Training Academy is the training school for massage technicians and estheticians for many high end spas. Students learn massage, facials, waxing, and other spa services. Part of their training is … [Read more...] about Discount spa treatments at Universal Spa Training Academy in Downers Grove
Free Pet Health Exam
Free pet health exam at your neighborhood VCA Animal Hospital. Taking care of a pet is expensive. Here's a way to save with a free exam. It's a risk-free way for you to see the care and special attention VCA gives to each pet at their hospitals. Call 1-800-822-7287. Please complete this form to … [Read more...] about Free Pet Health Exam
Get free food from Jewel
Get free food from Jewel. You can get a free food item from Jewel every Saturday, although the offers are hit-or-miss, as most of the offerings are processed food and beverage items. Free MyMixx Saturday Morning Sampler Every Saturday, Jewel offers a digital coupon for a FREE product, which you … [Read more...] about Get free food from Jewel
Get free food from Mariano’s
Get free food from Mariano's. This may be old news but in order to get sale prices at Mariano's you must have their rewards card. Click here to sign-up. I've written previously (see below) about how you can get a free food item from Mariano's every Friday, which is hit-or-miss, as most of … [Read more...] about Get free food from Mariano’s
Thrift shopping 900 N Michigan Ave
Thrift shopping 900 N Michigan Ave When: Wednesday, October 3, 2017, 10am Where: 900 N.Michigan Avenue Level 4 In 2015 the designer consignment shop Luxury Garage Sale opened at 900 N Michigan Avenue, Level 5, 312-468-1706. Now North Shore Exchange is opening on Level 4 … [Read more...] about Thrift shopping 900 N Michigan Ave
Student discounts in Chicago
Student discounts in Chicago. Being saddled with high tuition and low income doesn't mean you can't have fun in Chicago. There are a ton of free and cheap things to do and you can turn your student ID into your golden ticket to savings. Following are discounts found to date. This list will … [Read more...] about Student discounts in Chicago
Free events MCA Chicago
Free events MCA Chicago. Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 E. Chicago Avenue The Museum of Contemporary Art is always free on Tuesdays for Illinois residents with ID. Every Tuesday (except holidays), on Illinois Resident free day the museum offers special talks and events. Check … [Read more...] about Free events MCA Chicago
After Hours on Chicago Avenue
After Hours on Chicago Avenue. Head west for celebratory drinks and special offerings at participating independent businesses. When: Every 3rd Friday all summer. 6-9pm. June 16, July 21, Aug 18, 2017. Where: Chicago Avenue between Paulina (1700 W) and Hoyne (2100 W) A great way to explore … [Read more...] about After Hours on Chicago Avenue