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  • Great Winter Getaways Within 200 Miles of Chicago

    Great Winter Getaways Within 200 Miles of Chicago

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    Anyone who lives in Chicago knows that the winter months can seemingly go on forever. If you have young children, you might already be getting cabin fever. The good news is that there are a ton of great getaway destinations within a few hours of Chicago. These mini vacations are great because all you need… Read more

  • 9 Ways to Keep Your Family Entertained on Your Holiday Road Trip

    9 Ways to Keep Your Family Entertained on Your Holiday Road Trip

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    Are you hitting the road for the holidays this year and need some ideas to keep everyone entertained? We’ve got you covered with tips for toddlers to teenagers and parents to boot to make this year’s holiday road trip successful. Perk Up Their Ears If you are planning a long trip, it’s a good idea to… Read more

  • 4 Summer Getaways within a Few Hours Drive

    4 Summer Getaways within a Few Hours Drive

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    Now that school’s out and there’s sunshine to spare, it’s time to think about heading out on the road for some family fun. Here are four ideas for nearby summer destinations, including our favorite one a couple of hours north: [full_width] Trip #1: Green Lake, WI Green Lake, WI is one of the Chung family’s favorite… Read more

  • Car Games to Make Holiday Road Trips Entertaining

    Car Games to Make Holiday Road Trips Entertaining

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    For many people, sharing the holiday celebrations with loved ones requires a road trip or two. If you’ve got kids in tow, it can be a long, noisy ride. But one way to take the stress out of the equation and enjoy quality family time is to add in some fun travel-friendly games. Here is… Read more

  • Fun family car games for your summer travels

    Fun family car games for your summer travels

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    Everyone who has ever taken a trip with kids knows that in addition to snacks, entertainment for the journey is a must. One way to keep the “are we there yet?” questioning to a minimum is to keep everyone’s attention diverted with games and activities. And while hand-held video games and portable DVD players can… Read more

  • By air or by car? Near or far, driving still costs less

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    Even if gas prices hit $5 a gallon this summer, hitting the highway for a family vacation will still cost less than flying, according to the Car Care Council. “Even with gas prices considerably higher than last year, the cost of driving is a much better deal compared with going by air,” said Rich White,… Read more