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Trip Ideas
Trip Ideas
- Eco-Friendly Hotels and Green Getaways in Illinois
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- Everybody Outside!
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- Outdoor Adventures in Illinois
- Chicago to Alton
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Find out what's on in Illinois and Chicago with your guide to events, festivals, markets, music, theater, sports and more.
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Getting Here & Getting Around
Getting Here & Getting Around
Find out how to get to Illinois by plane, train, bus and driving. Getting around Chicago and Illinois is easy with our guide to ways to travel around the state.
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Around Illinois by Amtrak
Around Illinois by Amtrak
Step back in time to the golden age of train travel and settle in for a peaceful ride to discover some of Illinois’ most charming towns and hidden treasures.
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My FavoritesOff the Beaten Track
Explore the Outdoors
With magnificent state parks, lush forests, miles of trails for hiking and biking, and mighty rivers, Illinois is your playground.
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Outdoor Adventures
Shawnee National Forest
Shawnee National Forest is a Midwest destination unlike any other. Traverse 403 miles of hiking trails, discover local wineries and craft breweries, and don’t miss the Garden of the Gods.Head for the Forest -
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Starved Rock State Park
Get off the Beaten TrackDiscover the secrets of Starved Rock State Park. Explore the park’s waterfalls, canyons and views of the Illinois River from spots like Lover’s Leap and Eagle Cliff Overlook.
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On the Water
If you love splashing around on the water, you can log mile after magnificent nautical mile on the lakes and rivers of Illinois. Explore our waterways by kayak, canoe, raft, paddle-board or sail boat.Set Sail -
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Play Like a Pro
Illinois has a wealth of great public golf courses in scenic spots. Take a golfing vacation and play your way around the state.Hit the Greens
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Enjoy Illinois Magazine
Find unexpected ways to enjoy Illinois in this biannual magazine that explores every corner of the state. Each issue offers a mix of travel stories, stunning photography and timely trip ideas that make the most of each season.
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