Abigail Cox

The dessert case is often the first thing that catches your eye at Stoll’s Lakeview Restaurant, and for…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 17

Some places have a way of making everyday life feel like a vacation. Estes Park is one of…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 17

Illinois is home to a family-owned bakery where European baking traditions have been delighting customers for generations. Lovin…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 17

Colorado’s best seafood restaurants prove you don’t need an ocean view to enjoy exceptional fish, oysters, lobster, crab,…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 17

Chicago’s best fine dining restaurants are built for unforgettable celebrations, pairing Michelin-starred tasting menus, impeccable service, elegant dining…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 17

Indiana’s most beautiful courthouses are among the state’s greatest architectural treasures, drawing travelers with soaring domes, ornate clock…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 17

Some hotels are simply a place to sleep. Bottleworks Hotel in Indianapolis is the kind of destination that…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 17

Pierogi Kitchen has become one of Chicago’s go-to destinations for authentic Polish comfort food, serving handmade pierogies, hearty…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

Some of Colorado’s most extraordinary places are also the hardest to reach. Hidden deep within the San Juan…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

Every state has a signature dessert, but few inspire the loyalty that Indiana’s sugar cream pie does. Known…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

Finding exceptional gluten-free baked goods can feel like a challenge—until you discover Sweet Ali’s Gluten Free Bakery in…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

A memorable Colorado road trip doesn’t have to come with a luxury price tag. Across the state, scenic…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

Some historic buildings carry an atmosphere that’s impossible to ignore. The Official Randolph County Asylum/Infirmary in Winchester is…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

Great food destinations are not always the biggest cities. Plainfield has quietly built one of the most impressive…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

The road to Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs feels like the beginning of an adventure all by itself.…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 16

Family-friendly restaurants often ask you to choose between great food and practical value. Community Tavern in Chicago’s Portage…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

Creative projects have a way of getting more exciting when the right materials are within reach. At Mill…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

Awards can create high expectations, but Wellfield Botanic Gardens in Elkhart has the scenery to back them up.…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

Some of Illinois’ most refreshing summer escapes are hidden inside former quarries transformed into beautiful swimming destinations. With…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

Some summer destinations are memorable because they ask you to slow down. Colorado Mountain Lavender in Cotopaxi does…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

Some desserts are satisfying. A banana split is an occasion. Across Indiana, longtime ice cream parlors, nostalgic soda…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

The best farm markets change with the seasons, and July is when The Farmstead All-Season Market near Benton…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

Colorado’s Japanese dining scene has quietly become one of the state’s culinary highlights, offering everything from meticulously crafted…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 15

Not every family day trip needs an admission ticket to be unforgettable. At The Sandlot in Oak Brook,…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 14

Most animal rescues focus on finding homes quickly, but Petite Trésors Rescue & Sanctuary in Chesterton offers something…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 14

French cuisine has a way of turning an ordinary meal into something worth lingering over. Across Colorado, talented…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 14

Some pop-up attractions come and go without much fanfare. The new Hello Kitty Cafe on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 14

The best road trips are often the ones that slow you down. Scattered across Indiana’s countryside, these historic…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 14

The first glimpse of Jackson Lake State Park doesn’t look much like the Colorado most people expect. Instead…

By Abigail Cox · Jul 14