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The Best Christmas Pop-Ups in Chicago

Even as the temperature plummets, Chicago comes alive in December thanks to the many pop-up events that can be found throughout the city. We’ve gone through the list and found our favorites. Check the websites for full details regarding tickets and times of operation.  Go to the eATLAS Adventures page to see all of our […]

December 7, 2023

• Tours

Walt Disney and Chicago

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company. With its founder and namesake’s birthday coming up on Dec. 5th, we’re taking a look at Walt’s two stints in Chicago. When visiting Disney World, take our free Discover the Sweet & Secret Side of Disney Springs adventure, which stops at seven attractions in […]

November 30, 2023

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• Culture
• Tours

How Nashville Became “Music City, U.S.A.”

This week’s blog post explores how Nashville became associated with country music. eATLAS has four adventures in Nashville. The Dolly Parton Tour takes you to eight sites associated with the country music legend, including venues where she has recorded and performed. We have three other free adventures incorporated into city landmarks that require an admission […]

November 23, 2023

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• Culture
• Tours

The Rise and Fall of the Tampa Mafia

eATLAS’ Tampa Mafia Tour is a 90-minute, self-guided driving tour that takes you to 12 homes, bars, cemeteries, and more that featured in the city’s notorious history with the mob (https://adventures.playeatlas.com/view/bBL3R53jUxYbswEDHV7t/Tampa-Mafia-Tour). It was created by mob expert Scott Deitche, who has written seven books about the Mafia, several of which focus on Tampa. By Dave […]

November 21, 2023

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• City

Say “Oui” to the Chicago French Market!

The Chicago French Market has partnered with eATLAS on the French Market’s French Language Adventure. The scavenger hunt features eight stops that explore the French roots at some of the stalls in the French Market, including the croissant, banh mi, and mustard. By Dave Lifton (@daveeatschicago) Food halls are all the rage in cities across […]

November 9, 2023

• Culture

How Chicago Became a Movie Capital in the 1980s

Chicago has long been a favorite location for filmmakers, but that hasn’t always been the case. This week, we examine how the city more or less prevented movies from being shot in Chicago until a change in leadership. Our I Love the ‘80s Movie Tour/Scavenger Hunt takes you to six locations in the Loop that […]

November 2, 2023