Chicago, IL

If you want to visit a city that has a big city feel but not too much of the hustle and bustle of New York City, Chicago is the perfect place for you to visit. A bigger city without the crazy feel of really big cities, it literally has something to offer for everyone.

The first place I suggest you visit is Millenium Park where "the Bean" is located. Here's me with "the Bean". 

"The Bean" which is actually called Cloud Gate is a artistic's rendition of liquid mercury. The outside distorts the city skyline and when you stand under it there is a concave chamber that warps and multiplies reflections. Definitely a cool place for anyone to visit.

The next place in Chicago that should make you want to visit is Navy Pier. It is located on the coast of Lake Michigan and is 3,300 feet long. Originally a cargo facility for lake freighters, it is now Chicago's number one tourist attraction. 

Main attractions located on the pier include an IMAX movie theater, a huge ferris wheel,  the Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Amazing Chicago's Funhouse Maze, the Chicago Children's Museum, and the Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows. There are also various food and shopping opportunities appropriate for all ages and interests.

The third place I suggest you visit in Chicago is called the "Magnificent Mile". A prime shopping opportunity for anyone who loves retail therapy or finding the latest fashions. It's 3,100,000 square feet is occupied by restaurants, hotels, stores, and some of the tallest buildings in the United States. The Mile includes top notch stores such as Chanel, Vera Wang, Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs, and Gucci, just to name a handful. 

In order to find out more information about the shopping on Michigan Avenue, click here. However, I assure you there is something for everyone!

Happy traveling.

all images other than my own were found on Google Images.