Our blog is filled with fun stories and little-known facts about special places.
Come learn about those places and the people who made them unique, as well as highlights of our Adventures.
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LATEST BLOG POSTS
- Words with Guides
Words with Guides: Alicia Dumas
What better way is there to learn about the tours we offer, than to meet the guides who build them? We’re kicking off this new feature blog with Whoa! Guide: Alicia Dumas. Like many of us, Alicia Dumas was trudging through her days in various jobs she had held. She wasn’t happy and she didn’t […]
February 21, 2022
- Celebration
- Culture
President’s Day, a lesson on Illinois and the Office
President’s Day is a perfect day to learn about the history of the great men who have called Illinois home. President’s Day is celebrated on the third Monday of every February to honor all persons who have served as the president of the United States. Originally, the holiday began just a few months after George […]
February 21, 2022
- Sports
The Big Game in Chicago
For the first time, the Bengals and the Rams are meeting to go head to head for the championship. Are you ready for the Big Game this Sunday? The Windy City has some of the best spots to enjoy the big game in a big way. There’s nothing better than meeting up with friends for […]
February 11, 2022
- Celebration
- Culture
Celebrating the Lunar New Year in Chicago
Chicago’s Chinatown is one of the largest in North America, so naturally they put on a memorable event and parade for Lunar New Year. It all kicks off from the intersection of 24th Street and Wentworth at 1pm on February 13th. Also known as Spring Festival, it’s the most important festival in China and many […]
February 9, 2022
- eATLAS
The plus-sides of living and traveling during a pandemic – by Kelly
Kelly is a traveling enthusiast and certified tour guide based in Chicago working remotely as a nomad as often as possible. When not fostering partner relationships with the guest experience-based app, eATLAS, she enjoys making new friends from around the planet hosting guests as an Airbnb host and leading walking, food, kayak and virtual cooking […]
February 1, 2022
- Celebration
Exploring the secrets of Groundhog Day
Groundhog Day is one of many traditions that have their origins in ancient rituals. Back then, civilizations took season predictions very seriously because of the impact on farming. The origins of Groundhog Day reach back to centuries ago, and far across the Atlantic Ocean. February 2nd has been a significant day for ancient and modern […]
January 31, 2022
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