Rachel is a Chicago-based travel writer who has a passion for discovering new places and sharing her experiences with others. With years of experience writing for several travel blogs, Rachel has developed an expertise in finding the hidden gems of each destination she visits, and bringing them to life through her writing. She writes and edits our content on her home-state Illinois. Rachel's love for travel began at a young age, when she would accompany her family on road trips across the United States.
As a Chicago native, Rachel has a particular affinity for the city and its surrounding areas. She loves exploring the vibrant neighborhoods, sampling the diverse cuisine, and soaking up the rich culture and history of the city. Besides exploring the States she's also traveled often to Europe with her favorite city being Prague.
A suburb of Chicago, Naperville has plenty to occupy travelers, without ever having to actually set foot in the Windy City. Naperville has been ranked as one of the wealthiest cities in the midwest portion of the United States, and the 11th wealthiest in the entire country. In addition, it’s been ranked as one of …
Rockford in Illinois may not be well known as a tourism destination in the United States in its own right, but that doesn’t mean that there is not a huge amount to do and see for those who make the trip here. The city of Rockford is blessed with an abundance of gorgeous outdoor areas, …
The city of Joliet is nested in Will County and is known in the local area for its plethora of diverse attractions that will appeal to a range of visitors, whether you are travelling solo, in a couple, or as part of a family. Joliet has a huge amount to see and do for anyone …
Illinois, a Midwestern state known as the Prairie State for its long, endless seas of prairie, is boarded on the west by the lazy Mississippi River and to the north by Lake Michigan. Probably best known for the sleek, sky-scraper filled skyline of Chicago, this fertile land is also filled with spectacular nature, iconic landmarks …
Aurora is the second largest city in Illinois and as such you will find a huge number of things to do here, to the point where you won’t have to worry about not being entertained. Aurora is known for its beautiful surrounding areas, and even though this is a big city, you won’t have to …
According to the most recent census, Chicago makes up about a quarter of the population of Illinois. That’s a big city with a big draw. But the majority of the state is made up of cornfields, suburbs, rolling plains, and tight knit communities. And these are just as worthy of being high on your bucket-list. …
I’ve lived in Illinois my whole life and explored its natural beauty, charming small towns, bustling cities and hidden gems, all the while staying in some of the state’s nicest B&Bs and hotels. Now I’ve whittled down my favorites to this pick of the best romantic weekend getaways in Illinois. ‘The prairie state’ has quaint …
The Windy City has awe-inspiring skyscrapers, hunger-stomping food and culture to match almost any city in the world. But what never ceases to amaze me is just how much you can do for free in Chicago. Donations by philanthropists have bestowed the city with superlative museums and more than 700 works of public art, by …
At the heart of the United States is Illinois, a state of firsts. The first skyscraper was erected in The Prairie State along with the first Ferris wheel. The State, which was named after the Illinois River, is as varied as possible and is the leading producer of corn in the US but also home …
Illinois, Land of Lincoln or The Prairie State, is popular and famous for many reasons. Illinois is a state that is full of natural beauty and stunning landscapes and is bordered by Lake Michigan to the north and the Mississippi River to the west. From rolling hills to pristine lakes and towering waterfalls, the state …