May 14, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
While Chicago is a fun destination in and of itself, consider an adventure outside of the city limits. Try these day trips from Chicago for a change of pace and to see a different side of the region. [...]
April 30, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) ranks as one of the world's busiest airports, making on-time arrival a critical aspect of travel planning. To navigate this expansive airport effectively, it's essential to familiarize yourself with its layout and peak operational times. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent flyer, arriving [...]
April 11, 2024 - Big 7 Travel Team
From the North Side to the South Side, Chicago has irresistible food on every corner, so it’s the perfect spot to tackle a Chicago food bucket list. Home to the deep dish pizza, overflowing sandwiches and Chicago-style hot dogs, this is a city with a serious culinary vibe. [...]
June 10, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chicago has a fantastic art and cultural scene, and the fun continues once the sun goes down. With every kind of bar, pub, lounge, and club you could think of, Chicago is a great night out due to the sheer variety of places open after dark. But being the third [...]
June 10, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chicago is a good time city with every kind of bar, pub, lounge, and club that you could think of. Due to the sheer variety of places open after dark, a great night out is guaranteed, no matter your style. Chi-Town is particularly popular in the month of March, around [...]
April 29, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Windy City is well-known for its soaring skyscrapers and world-class museums, but it’s a haven for outdoorsy types too. Home to nearly 614 parks, Chicago is much greener than most people give it credit. Add to this dozens of sprawling nature reserves in the surrounding region and it isn’t [...]
April 18, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chi-town has a reputation as one of the great gourmet cities in America. It’s also famous for its stunning, soaring skyline and meandering river. Making the most of all these things are some incredible high-up restaurants serving elevated food surrounded by skyscrapers with epic views of the skyline and river [...]
January 13, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chicago, Chi-town, Windy City, White City, Second City – whatever you call it, Chicago is an American institution when it comes to great food, drinks and culture. With its diverse neighbourhoods, vibrant art scene and creative bartenders galore, it’s no wonder that the city is home some pretty incredible bars. [...]
December 23, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
There’s no denying that Chicago has one of the best food scenes in the United States. Pizza, loaded hot dogs, and sandwiches are the bread and butter to the Windy City’s food culture. And with a wealth of fine dining and international restaurant options, the city has rightly earnt its [...]
December 7, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Windy City is known for a lot of things: deep-dish pizza, jazz music, Al Capone, and the ever-famous Chicago Bean just to name a few. However, if you’re headed to Chicago you’re definitely going to want to brush up on your Chicago slang first. [...]
October 25, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team
The Big Apple and Hollywood might get most of the fame when it comes to the film industry, but Chicago is a star in its own right. Chicago has featured on the big screen for more than 100 years, with iconic Chicago films such as Home Alone, The Blues Brothers, [...]
January 20, 2022 - Melanie May
Chicago is one of the biggest, brightest and best cities in the United States of America. It’s a terrific destination to visit with kids as there is plenty to do all year round whatever the weather. There are lots of activities outdoors for making the most of the good weather. [...]
August 9, 2021 - Allie D'Almo
It’s hard to hate Chicago. The midwestern metropolis is bursting with world-class museums, shopping and restaurants – and that’s just indoors. Outside, there are sprawling parks, beaches and bike trails to explore, not to mention Lake Michigan – one of the United States five great lakes. In three days you’ll [...]
July 11, 2021 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chicago is such a popular centre of art and culture that some call it a microcosm of the entire United States. However, as veteran visitors to the Windy City would argue, it isn’t just a great destination in itself – it’s also an excellent base from which you can make [...]
November 8, 2020 - Elizabeth Thorn
From traditional Puerto Rican empanadas and tostones to the ever-classic national dish of arroz con gandules, the best Puerto Rican restaurants in Chicago showcase all of the flavourful favourites you’d expect to see wandering the streets of . [...]
August 31, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Winter in Chicago is notoriously cold, so outdoor dining isn’t usually the most popular option. But with social distancing measures still in place, indoor dining isn’t bouncing back any time soon. So, how to ensure that Chicago restaurants can make it through the winter? The city of Chicago is offering [...]
August 31, 2020 - Big 7 Travel Team
One of the first “go to” meals for many people when they arrive in a new city is the humble hamburger. So simple, delicious and reliable. [...]
July 29, 2020 - Siobhan McKenny
While Chicago is a fun destination in and of itself, consider an adventure outside of the city limits. Try these day trips from Chicago for a change of pace and to see a different side of the region. [...]
March 5, 2020 - Elizabeth Thorn
Chicago is often hailed as the Sausage Capital of America, so it comes as no surprise that the subject of the best hot dogs in Chicago leads to some pretty heated debates amongst passionate locals. [...]
March 2, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
It’s no secret that Chicago is a mecca for foodies. World-class restaurants, down-home eateries and a serious food truck game are the cities claim to fame. If you are a looking for a food truck to enjoy some delicious Chicago street food, start with these. Here are the seven best [...]
March 2, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
Chicago is home to some of the nation’s best museums. Plenty of options for burning some time in the afternoon or spending the entire day exploring. Whether you are looking for massive t-rex fossils, the history of Chicago blues or 6,000-year-old Mesopotamian artefacts, ‘Paris on a Prairie’ has it all. [...]
February 17, 2020 - Melanie Hamilton
Are you on the hunt for an authentic Filipino restaurant in Chicago? Thanks to its diverse and dense Filipino population, there are loads to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a cosy hole in the wall or cocktail bar slash Filipino fusion eatery, Chi-tow has it all. Head to either [...]
January 12, 2020 - Elizabeth Thorn
is quickly approaching and organised couples looking to snag a spot at one of their city’s hottest restaurants are beginning to make plans for the big day. And, if you’re going to be in Illinois, then you’re likely wondering where to spend Valentine’s Day in . [...]
January 12, 2020 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Chicago’s internationally renowned museums and galleries have plenty to offer visitors year-round, but here’s our pick of the top art exhibitions to see in Chicago in 2020. Wander through permanent collections to see art by the likes of Picasso and Chagall, but keep an eye out for rotating exhibits, too. [...]
January 2, 2020 - Bo Heamyan
You know all about Chicago’s soaring skyscrapers, epic pizzas and moody blues, but are you ready to really get under its skin..? A weekend in Chicago is just enough time to get a feel for the city. Think: admiring architectural wonders, munching massive eats and checking out world-class museums by [...]
December 30, 2019 - Molly Harris
Chicago is one of the world’s best, underrated cities. Spend 48 hours in Chicago with a little advice and a few tips for a wonderful time. [...]
December 22, 2019 - Big 7 Travel Team
This city has so many great foodie options, so we set out to find the very best Chicago bucket list foodie dishes you simply cannot ignore. The sort of meals that you save up for a cheat day, or super special occasions. [...]
November 28, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
In recent years, has started to massively influence where people go on holidays, what they wear and what they eat – especially where they eat. [...]
November 20, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Special occasion coming up? We have searched high and low for the restaurants that go the extra mile for couples. Whether it’s a naturally romantic setting or special little touches, these places are utterly charming. In fact, they’re the most romantic restaurants in Chicago. [...]
November 19, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
If a picture’s worth a thousand calories then you’re about to undo your whole diet just by looking at this list of the seven best places for dessert in . [...]
November 14, 2019 - Big 7 Travel Team
This is a city that is packed full of amazing foodie options, but we’re gonna focus on the best Chicago ribs. The racks that are so big they fill the plate, and so tasty that you’ll be licking your fingers and savouring every single mouthful. [...]
October 29, 2019 - Big 7 Travel Team
Nothing beats meeting up at the weekend with friends for some food and drinks, so we wanted to pick out the best Chicago brunch spots. The foodie scene in this beautiful city has been exploding in recent years and brunch is a prime example of that. [...]
October 25, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Korean cuisine is having a serious moment right now, and Chicago is one of the top cities to in America to try it. The Korean restaurants in Chicago range from fine dining, hearty bowls of bibimbap and fried chicken to mouthwatering barbecue joints. [...]
October 23, 2019 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chicago chicken wings are up there with the very best in America, so we’ve done the hungry work to find the best very places to eat them in the city. [...]
October 14, 2019 - Elizabeth Thorn
Despite being home to some of the best pizza in the world, Chicago is also actually one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the US. There are new vegan restaurants popping up in Chicago seemingly every day, and they compete with even the best vegan restaurants in the world. [...]
September 6, 2019 - Big 7 Travel Team
Chicago ice cream is right up there with some of the very best in America, so we wanted to highlight the seven best places in the Windy City to devour it. [...]
June 11, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Chicago has endless incredible restaurants, bars and downright droolworthy things to eat, but if there’s one thing this city really does well, it’s steak. Some of Chicago’s best steakhouses have been in business for decades, while the newcomers are nipping at their heels. [...]
May 25, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
In a city so famous for its deep dish pizza, it’s basically a legal requirement when in Chicago to eat a slice a day. Look, we don’t make the rules okay, but this is one we’re willing to believe. [...]
May 16, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Whether you’re a Chicago native or simply spending a few days in the Windy City, you sure as heck won’t be bored. From tropical cocktail bars and world famed architecture to outdoor concerts and the Cubs, there’s plenty to do here. [...]
May 7, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
Spending some time in the Windy City? Once you’ve finished gallivanting around Chicago’s most Instagrammable spots, chowed down some burgers and hit up a few bars, you’re going to need a decent night’s sleep. [...]
May 6, 2019 - Sarah Clayton-Lea
One of America’s greatest drinking cities, Chicago has lively dive bars, hidden Speakeasies, rooftop patios, brewpubs and so much more. [...]