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09/17/2026

Here’s how I’d spend a fall afternoon in Humboldt Park, Chicago.

I’d start with the lagoon and tree-lined paths in the park, then head into the surrounding neighborhood for a cafe, shops, restaurants and a walk along Paseo Boricua. Humboldt Park is especially fun for this kind of day because the park and neighborhood give you very different things to see without having to go far. It’s an easy Chicago fall outing to build around wandering rather than following a strict itinerary.

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09/16/2026

Scotland in autumn has a mood all its own

Misty lochs, deep green hills, castle ruins, rainy skies and changing light make the landscape feel completely different from one day to the next. Then there are the little cozy moments in between: warm cafés, quiet rooms, rain against the windows and somewhere to escape when the weather rolls in.

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09/16/2026

One of the prettiest corners of the University of Chicago campus

Botany Pond sits near the heart of the University of Chicago campus in Hyde Park. The pond was originally designed in 1902 as an outdoor research laboratory, and it recently reopened after a major restoration. The project improved the pond’s filtration and landscaping while adding native plants and creating a healthier habitat for wildlife.

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09/16/2026

In Switzerland, even the train ride has a view

This ride down toward Lauterbrunnen takes you through a landscape of enormous cliffs, waterfalls, green valleys, and mountain villages. It’s easy to see why trains are such a memorable way to experience Switzerland when the scenery outside the window looks like this.

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09/15/2026

Hyde Park is a great Chicago neighborhood to explore in the fall.

Start around the University of Chicago, grab coffee and spend some time in one of the neighborhood bookstores, then head into Jackson Park and the Osaka Garden. From there, continue toward Promontory Point for a walk along Lake Michigan and stay for sunset.

It’s a mix of architecture, neighborhood streets, parks and lakefront scenery, so you can build a full afternoon around it without having to leave the neighborhood.

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09/15/2026

An 11-day Scotland road trip can take you much farther than Edinburgh, the Highlands and the Isle of Skye.

We started in Inverness, drove north to the Orkney Islands, returned to the mainland, then worked our way west through the Isle of Skye and Glencoe before finishing in Edinburgh. The route covered more than 1,500 miles and included ferry crossings, ancient archaeological sites, Highland hikes, castles and plenty of scenic stops along the way.

If you’re planning Scotland with someone else, send them this route. It gives you a starting point for figuring out how much you can realistically fit into an 11-day trip.

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09/13/2026

Looking for things to do in Lincoln Park, Chicago this fall? This is how I’d spend an afternoon there.

Start around Lincoln Park and make your way to North Pond for fall foliage, water, and skyline views. Then visit the Lincoln Park Conservatory before continuing toward Lake Michigan and the Chicago lakefront for golden hour.

It’s the first stop in my Fall in Chicago series, with more neighborhoods coming next.

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09/12/2026

The Printers Row Lit Fest is happening this weekend in Chicago 📚

This free outdoor literary festival takes over historic Printers Row with more than 100 booksellers and exhibitors, featuring everything from newly published books to used, rare, and hard-to-find titles.

There are also authors, publishers, literary organizations, panels, readings, conversations, and book signings happening throughout the festival.

If you’re looking for something different to do in Chicago this weekend, this is a good one to have on your radar. And even if you can’t make it this time, Printers Row Lit Fest is worth remembering for a future Chicago weekend.

📍 South Dearborn in Printers Row
📅 September 12–13
⏰ 10 AM–6 PM
🎟️ Free and open to the public

Who would you bring to a Chicago bookstore and book festival day?

09/10/2026

A new neighborhood market and café just opened in Lincoln Park, Chicago.

Piccadilly Market has coffee, Roman-style pizza, sandwiches, fresh bread, pastries, wine, cheese, flowers, and other market goods. It’s a new option for grabbing coffee, picking up something for home, or stopping in for a meal.

If you’re in Lincoln Park, this one is worth adding to your list.

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09/10/2026

Chicago has a funny way of making an ordinary night more interesting

Tonight, an orchestra performed on the Chicago River as part of Chicago Water Music, with people watching from the Riverwalk and bridges downtown. The event was free to attend and turned the riverfront into an outdoor concert setting for the evening. It’s one of those experiences that is easy to miss if you only look for the big, obvious Chicago attractions.

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