Abigail Cox

Nature has a way of creating surprises, and few are more fascinating than a river that disappears underground.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 11

The next great slice might be waiting in a town you’ve never thought to visit. Across small-town Illinois,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 11

Exploring a new grocery store can be just as exciting as trying a new restaurant. Great Wall Supermarket…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 11

Hidden beneath the trees of Charlestown State Park is one of Indiana’s most unusual historic sites. The former…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

A great diner breakfast can rescue a whole day before it even begins. Across Colorado, classic diners serve…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

The best haunted houses make your pulse race long before the first scare arrives. Disturbia Haunted House Chicago…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

Summer adventures are even better when your four-legged companion gets to come along. Across Indiana, dog-friendly beaches and…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

Every once in a while, a breakfast arrives that’s memorable long before the first bite. At Kami’s Samis…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

Nothing feels better than cooling off in refreshing water after a hot Illinois summer day. Across the state,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

History comes alive when you can stand just steps away from the machines and artifacts that shaped it.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

The best mountain attractions combine breathtaking scenery with a little adrenaline, and Mustang Mountain Coaster in Estes Park…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 10

Treasure hunting reaches a whole new level at the Kane County Flea Market in St. Charles. One of…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Dairy-free dining has come a long way, and Colorado’s lunch scene is proof. Across the state, restaurants are…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Some coffee shops stand out because of what’s on the menu. Mansion Society in Indianapolis is memorable the…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Illinois is home to far more natural beauty than many travelers realize. Beyond the state’s best-known outdoor destinations,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Creative communities often grow around places where people gather to learn, share ideas, and make something by hand.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Great meals often begin long before you step into the kitchen. Across Indiana, outstanding grocery stores and neighborhood…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Elegant architecture has a way of stopping you in your tracks, and few Illinois landmarks make a stronger…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

The most rewarding mountain lakes are often the ones that require a little extra effort to reach. Tucked…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 9

Great bread begins long before the dough reaches the oven. At Muddy Fork Bakery near Bloomington, organic grains…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Hot summer days don’t have to mean giving up on hiking. Across Illinois, shaded trails wind beneath towering…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Not every café can brighten your day before you’ve even finished your drink. Black Forest Cat Café in…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Fresh air, open fields, and a slower pace have a way of making everyday stress disappear. Across Indiana,…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Great waterfront restaurants don’t rely on the view alone. River Roast, perched along the Chicago River in the…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

As summer begins to wind down, Colorado’s lake towns become even more inviting. Warm days still make it…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Crystal-clear water and towering rock walls make for a summer destination that’s unlike almost anywhere else in Indiana.…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Chicago’s lakefront offers countless places to admire Lake Michigan, but few feel as peaceful as Promontory Point. Extending…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 8

Affordable Colorado towns are becoming increasingly difficult to find, which is why Walsenburg continues to stand out. Nestled…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7

Fresh bread has a way of turning an ordinary meal into something people remember. That’s why so many…

By Abigail Cox · Aug 7