Family Travel Girl

Chicago Tourist Attractions - Top 10 Fun Things To Do

Chicago Attraction - Wrigley Field:  Looking for fun things do do on a weekend getaway in a city that's full of kid friendly attractions?  Chicago's tourist attractions may fit the bill for an affordable family vacation!  In fact, Chicago has been making favorite-cities-to-visit-lists a lot recently and with good reason!  How do I know?  Well, I've been there lots of times and keep going back for more!  So, check out a list of Family Travel Girl's favorite things to do in Chicago.

Top 10 Chicago Attractions

1. Art Institute of Chicago - 111 S. Michigan Ave. - World-renowned art museum!
2. Field Museum - 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive - Dinosaurs anyone?
3. Sears Tower - 233 S. Wacker Dr. - You just can't get a better view!
4. Navy Pier - 600 E. Grand Ave. - Children's Museum, boat rides, and a ferris wheel!
5. John G. Shedd Aquarium - 1200 S. Lake Shore Dr. - Check out the shows!
6. Museum of Science and Industry - 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive - Coal mine ride is a must!
7. Millenium Park - A skating rink in the winter, outdoor venue in the summer, and the famous "Bean" sculpture where the Chicago skyline is reflected on it's shiny, silver surface.
8. Live Entertainment - Extraordinary shows direct from Broadway at Chicago Theatres can be enjoyed at numerous venues in downtown Chicago.  Wicked, Color Purple, Jersey Boys, Blue Man Group are just a few recent productions.  Is live music more your style?  Drop by The House of Blues for a night of music to soothe your soul.  For the sports lover in you, catch a Cubs game at historic Wrigley Field - Baseball, hot dogs, and sunshine.  What a way to spend an afternoon.  Go Cubs Go!
9. Chicago Pizza - Pick your passion, thin crust, deep dish, stuffed.  Where to go for authentic pizza?  You can't miss with Uno's, Gino's East, Giordano's, or Lou Malnati's (my personal fave). 
10. American Girl - A place not to be missed for those little girls who love dolls!  Your princess can even have her own American Girl Birthday party there!  As a bonus, Mom can hit the shops on the Magnificent Mile afterwards, too!

Experience all that Chicago has to offer, you may find it to be one of your best family vacations ever!

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Miraval Resort & Spa Tucson Travel Deal

Top Spa Vacation Destination - Miraval Resort and Spa Tucson:  Ahhhhh . . . a spa vacation!  I know that I haven't posted in detail about Miraval Resort & Spa Tucson yet, but I will!  In the meantime, all you need to know is that this is one aweseome spa destination with a spa getaway travel deal.  The super nice staff will feed your mind, body and soul.  On a recent visit, a girlfriend and I enjoyed spa amenities such as fitness classes (yoga, pilates, and water aerobics), manicutes, pedicures, and massages.  Miraval Resort and Spa also has a unique equine experience where I (a horse novice) actually groomed my own horse -- and enjoyed it very much!  The chefs prepare three healthy (and delicious) meals every day that are included in your package price.  So for those of you looking to chill out at a spa and "live in the present" for a week, here's their latest deal.

Guests can save up to $1,000 with The Miraval Seven Night Experience package.  The code to mention when you call them at 1-800-232-3969 is 7ALL2.

If you've visited Miraval Resort and Spa before (maybe with Oprah??) please do share details and leave a comment below!