The last weekend in January is here! We won't be seeing much of the sun anytime soon, but the snow we didn't get at Christmas is finally here. Our first 100% Spanish language tour is here too! This Saturday we are going on a round...
It's time Chicago had a chocolate tour that explored the fantastic offerings here along the lakefront! Chicago Weekend Explorers has stepped up to fill the void, and to fill your tummy too. Chicago used to be somewhat impoverished in the chocolate department. Sure, you could smell...
Usually I focus on the weekend - hence the company name - but I personally like to get it in early in the week. Mondays and Tuesdays, yeah, some places are closed...
In the spirit of Christmas, we've rounded up some awesome Christmas events to help bring in Christmas and the New Year! First up: the Goodman Theater presents their annual production of A Christmas Carol. We all know the tale, and no one presents it better than...
We kept it pretty low-key, but November was Chicago Weekend Explorers' one year anniversary! As much fun as it has been, we are expecting to really ramp things up in the coming year. We are adding Hyde Park, South Shore, The West Loop and Pilsen...
Chicago Comprehensive: in-depth tours of Chicago Chicago is great, or at least we think so! Don't take this statement at face value though, join us on a Chicago Comprehensive tour and get to know various neighborhoods intimately. Each Chicago Comprehensive takes a close gaze, glimpse, and...
Winter is here. It came early - the day before Halloween, meh - and appears to be in no hurry to leave. The Chicago Weekend Explorers brewery excursion this weekend is sold out, alas. Fret not! As usual, we've got you covered like a blanket....
Chicago is a great walking city. Being mostly flat does have it's advantages! From the obvious - picture perfect Michigan Avenue, and the always superb lakefront - to lesser known gems like Clark Street from Armitage to the Newberry Library, Chicago is a very pleasant...
Now Is When The Real Fun Starts! Okay, we know...
Hills, a waterfall, caverns and picturesque bluffs right here in Illinois? Yes, yes, and yes! Join us on October 26th for our Midwest Autumn Colors Excursion to Matthiessen State Park! This late morning one hour hike – followed by lunch at the rustic and charming...