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Siam Marina Celebrates 25th Anniversary
12/13/2019 Carrie Steinweg
Last month my foodie friend, Karen, and I spent a Sunday afternoon enjoying a meal at Siam Marina in... READ MORE
Last month my foodie friend, Karen, and I spent a Sunday afternoon enjoying a meal at Siam Marina in... READ MORE
Lunch at La Voute
12/06/2019 Carrie Steinweg
Located just a few steps away from the Metra station, the La Banque Hotel is located in a former ban... READ MORE
Located just a few steps away from the Metra station, the La Banque Hotel is located in a former ban... READ MORE
A rare journey into the Thornton Quarry
12/05/2019 Blog Article
As a lifelong Lansing resident, I have driven past (or over) the Thornton Quarry countless times. I ... READ MORE
As a lifelong Lansing resident, I have driven past (or over) the Thornton Quarry countless times. I ... READ MORE
Two Dozen Ways to Enjoy the Holiday Season in the Chicago Southland
12/04/2019 Blog Article
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Chicago Southland. Trees are decorated, twi... READ MORE
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Chicago Southland. Trees are decorated, twi... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau Releases Fall 2019/Winter 2020 Festivals & Events Guide
12/04/2019 Blog Article
Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has released their newe... READ MORE
Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has released their newe... READ MORE
Stacked in Oak Lawn
12/03/2019 Carrie Steinweg
I've been trying to weed through the photos on my computer and coming across some fabulous meals... READ MORE
I've been trying to weed through the photos on my computer and coming across some fabulous meals... READ MORE
Head to Redbird Cafe in Homewood for their Eclectic Set of Brunch Options
12/03/2019 Blog Article
I keep a long "Foodie Bucket List" of places that I have heard good things about or have b... READ MORE
I keep a long "Foodie Bucket List" of places that I have heard good things about or have b... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Home To Unique Meeting Facilities
11/26/2019 Blog Article
In-the-know event planners turn to the Chicago Southland meeting facilities to lock in the ideal ven... READ MORE
In-the-know event planners turn to the Chicago Southland meeting facilities to lock in the ideal ven... READ MORE
Meeting Planners Finding Full-Service Facilities Desirable in Chicago Southland
11/20/2019 Blog Article
Meeting Planners Finding Full-Service Facilities Desirable in Chicago Southland &nb... READ MORE
Meeting Planners Finding Full-Service Facilities Desirable in Chicago Southland &nb... READ MORE
How to Preserve Nature While Cycling
11/18/2019 Blog Article
When cycling, you are not only helping reduce your chance of heart disease, but you are reducing you... READ MORE
When cycling, you are not only helping reduce your chance of heart disease, but you are reducing you... READ MORE
2019 Turkey Trots And Fun Runs
11/06/2019 Loren Petrakis
TURKEY TROTTIN’ Make Plans for November Races Fall is here in full f... READ MORE
TURKEY TROTTIN’ Make Plans for November Races Fall is here in full f... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau Announces 2019 Stars of the Industry & Annual Tourism Award Winners
11/05/2019
The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau (CSCVB), the regional destination management ... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau (CSCVB), the regional destination management ... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Tournament Recognized as a Champion of Economic Impact in Sports Tourism
11/05/2019
Lansing, Ill. – The 2019 Toyota USA National Juniors & Women’s Wheelchair Basketball... READ MORE
Lansing, Ill. – The 2019 Toyota USA National Juniors & Women’s Wheelchair Basketball... READ MORE
Turn Two for Youth Program Accepting Donations in the Chicago Southland
11/04/2019 Katie Arvia
Lansing, Ill. – Turn Two for Youth is once again accepting donations throughout the Chicago So... READ MORE
Lansing, Ill. – Turn Two for Youth is once again accepting donations throughout the Chicago So... READ MORE
Fall Fun in the Chicago Southland
10/09/2019 Blog Article
It’s here. The Autumn Season. That means it’s time for cool breezes, hay rides, leaves c... READ MORE
It’s here. The Autumn Season. That means it’s time for cool breezes, hay rides, leaves c... READ MORE
Grab A Paddle
10/08/2019 Loren Petrakis
The Chicago Southland has a large number of bodies of water and waterways that provide recreational ... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland has a large number of bodies of water and waterways that provide recreational ... READ MORE
Chicago Southland FAMs Big Hit For Planners
08/20/2019 Loren Petrakis
The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau aims to accommodate planners by offering a cu... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau aims to accommodate planners by offering a cu... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Group Tours Top Activity for Family Reunions
07/19/2019 Loren Petrakis
With Spring and Summer upon us, many are starting to plan their upcoming family reunions and looking... READ MORE
With Spring and Summer upon us, many are starting to plan their upcoming family reunions and looking... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Is Popular Home of Top Sports Event Facilities
07/15/2019 Loren Petrakis
CVB Shows Why Chicago Southland Is Popular Home of Top Sports Event Facilities Leading ... READ MORE
CVB Shows Why Chicago Southland Is Popular Home of Top Sports Event Facilities Leading ... READ MORE
Flossmoor Station Brewing Company Lunch
07/01/2019 Carrie Steinweg
It had been many years since I had visited Flossmoor Station Brewing Company, but I stopped by for t... READ MORE
It had been many years since I had visited Flossmoor Station Brewing Company, but I stopped by for t... READ MORE
Enjoy Live Outdoor Concerts in the Southland this Summer
07/01/2019 Loren Petrakis
When the weather warms up, the entertainment moves outdoors. There are plenty of opportunities this ... READ MORE
When the weather warms up, the entertainment moves outdoors. There are plenty of opportunities this ... READ MORE
Family Friendly Fun Found in Chicago Southland
06/24/2019 Loren Petrakis Mueller
Because Chicago Southland is located just outside Chicago’s city limits, close to everything b... READ MORE
Because Chicago Southland is located just outside Chicago’s city limits, close to everything b... READ MORE
All aboard for family friendly fun with the updated Chicago Southland Railfan Guide!
06/18/2019 Loren Petrakis Mueller
Lansing, Ill. – Get ready to explore some of the Chicago Southland’s most unique railroa... READ MORE
Lansing, Ill. – Get ready to explore some of the Chicago Southland’s most unique railroa... READ MORE
Cooper's Hawk Wine Tasting
06/11/2019 Carrie Steinweg
COOPER'S HAWK WINE TASTING I've now been to Cooper's Hawk winery on several occasions... READ MORE
COOPER'S HAWK WINE TASTING I've now been to Cooper's Hawk winery on several occasions... READ MORE
Top 25 Things To Do This Summer
06/03/2019 Loren Petrakis Mueller
Summer is on the horizon and it’s the perfect time to get outside and discover all the fun the... READ MORE
Summer is on the horizon and it’s the perfect time to get outside and discover all the fun the... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau Welcomes New Communications Manager
05/29/2019 Loren Petrakis Mueller
Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has hired Katie Arvia a... READ MORE
Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau has hired Katie Arvia a... READ MORE
The Well at the Distillery: Historic Brewery in Thornton Gets New Life as Distillery
05/23/2019 Carrie Steinweg
I'm a big history buff. I've written a lot of articles over the years on historic attraction... READ MORE
I'm a big history buff. I've written a lot of articles over the years on historic attraction... READ MORE
Explore American History at the Pullman National Monument
05/01/2019 Kim Kislowski
Construction on the industrial town of Pullman began in 1880, the vision of George M. Pullman. It wo... READ MORE
Construction on the industrial town of Pullman began in 1880, the vision of George M. Pullman. It wo... READ MORE
Chicago Southland CVB Receives Sports Events 2019 Readers’ Choice Award
04/04/2019 Kim Kislowski
The Chicago Southland has received the SportsEvents 2019 Reader’s Choice Award for Sports Dest... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland has received the SportsEvents 2019 Reader’s Choice Award for Sports Dest... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Meeting Facilities Top Choice for SMERF Market Event Planners
04/04/2019 Kim Kislowski
The Chicago Southland region has become a top choice for event planners as they identify venues to h... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland region has become a top choice for event planners as they identify venues to h... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Tourism is Top Choice for Leading Group Tour Operators
04/04/2019 Kim Kislowski
The Chicago Southland offers unique tours for many different groups and organizations, as well as se... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland offers unique tours for many different groups and organizations, as well as se... READ MORE
Chicago Southland CVB Receives Two Honors from Sports Destination Management
04/04/2019
The Chicago Southland has received two awards from Sports Destination Management, a leading publicat... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland has received two awards from Sports Destination Management, a leading publicat... READ MORE
Chicago Southland Meeting Facilities Top Choice for Event Planners
04/03/2019 Kim Kislowski
The Chicago Southland region has become a top choice for event planners as they identify venues to h... READ MORE
The Chicago Southland region has become a top choice for event planners as they identify venues to h... READ MORE
Top Sports Organizers Choosing Chicago Southland Sports Facilities for Events
04/03/2019 Kim Kislowski
Leading sports organizers are increasingly realizing there are more Chicagoland sports facilities be... READ MORE
Leading sports organizers are increasingly realizing there are more Chicagoland sports facilities be... READ MORE
Pipe Organ Music Comes with Dinner at Beggar's Pizza in Lansing
03/21/2019 Carrie Steinweg
Since I am a foodie who also writes a food blog, restaurants are destinations for me - whether I'... READ MORE
Since I am a foodie who also writes a food blog, restaurants are destinations for me - whether I'... READ MORE
Gear up for spring by planning a Chicago Southland baseball getaway
03/18/2019 Kim Kislowski
Although we’re still trying hard to get over the polar vortex, there’s a light at the en... READ MORE
Although we’re still trying hard to get over the polar vortex, there’s a light at the en... READ MORE
Chicago Southland’s April Food Day
03/04/2019 Blog Article
Tinley Park, Ill. – United Way of Metro Chicago – South-Southwest Suburban Region’... READ MORE
Tinley Park, Ill. – United Way of Metro Chicago – South-Southwest Suburban Region’... READ MORE
2019 National Beard and Moustache Championships
02/20/2019 Loren Petrakis Mueller
Tinley Park, Ill.: Beard Team USA is pleased to announce the 2019 National Beard and Moustache Champ... READ MORE
Tinley Park, Ill.: Beard Team USA is pleased to announce the 2019 National Beard and Moustache Champ... READ MORE
Get Racing with the Upcoming Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby
02/04/2019 Blog Article
Lansing, Ill. – The Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Association, in affiliation with the All-Am... READ MORE
Lansing, Ill. – The Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby Association, in affiliation with the All-Am... READ MORE
The New 2019 Visitors Guide is Ready for You
01/25/2019 Blog Article
Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau is proud to announce the ... READ MORE
Lansing, Ill. – The Chicago Southland Convention and Visitors Bureau is proud to announce the ... READ MORE
A Larger Venue for Sporting Events in the Chicago Southland!
01/22/2019 Blog Article
A Larger Venue for Sporting Events in the Chicago Southland! Lansing, Ill. – The ... READ MORE
A Larger Venue for Sporting Events in the Chicago Southland! Lansing, Ill. – The ... READ MORE
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