This IL State Park Is Among Most Popular In The Country This Year

A travel magazine used Google Maps data to find out which state parks across the country are the most popular this year.

Coolest IL Airbnbs For 2025 Summer Travels

Accommodations for Illinois summer adventures can vary from a caboose with a queen-size bed to a houseboat or a home with a private beach.

Pritzker Courts Canadian Tourists Amid Trade War, Trump Tension

The Illinois Office of Tourism is launching a social media campaign this week on Facebook and Instagram in Canada.

New REAL ID Options: What It Means In IL

States will be allowed to apply for a waiver to accept digital identification cards​​ —​ as long as they comply with REAL ID protocols.

See Superman, A Pink Elephant, How It Plays In Peoria: 5 IL Road Trips

Shawnee National Forest in “underrated” southern Illinois offers short hikes to the Garden of the Gods and Giant City State Park.

IL And Other States Recruited To Help Enforce Airline Consumer Laws

The Biden administration is enlisting the help of officials in 15 states to enforce consumer-protection laws covering airline travelers.

Chicago Buggin' Out: Orkin Ranks City No. 1 On Pest List Again

The pest-control company recently released its Top 50 Bed Bug City List and the Windy City took the top spot for the third straight year.

5 IL Road Trips: Iconic Route 66, Land of Lincoln, Six Flags And More

The Prairie State isn’t as flat as you may think, as you’ll find on the road to Galena or Starved Rock State Park, which has 14 waterfalls.

White Deer and Waterfalls: Top Trails To Trek In Illinois This Summer

Waterfalls, lakefronts, woodlands and more beckon travelers to check out the best trails to hike in Illinois.

Weird Illinois: 6 Roadside Attractions To See During Summer 2022

When it comes to unusual attractions, Illinois is big on giants and oversized objects.

Spring Break Plans: See Travel Restrictions In Illinois

Spring break travelers in Illinois can see which destinations have coronavirus-related restrictions.

Coronavirus Hotspots: Illinois Creates Map For Travelers

Health officials say not to travel when you're sick, and remember to wear a mask, keep 6 feet away from others and wash your hands often.

Watch Delta Aquarids, Perseid Meteor Showers In Illinois

The Delta Aquarid and Perseid meteor showers are overlapping. Here’s all skywatchers in Illinois need to know.

Snapping Turtle, Deer At The Beach, LSD: IL In Photos

Take a look through the latest collection of stellar images sent to us from Illinois Patch readers.

Ski Show, Backyard Bumblebee, Chicago River: IL In Photos

Submit the best shots you've taken from Illinois to tim.moran@patch.com

Waterfalls, Pelicans, Baby Raccoons: Illinois In Photos

Take a look at these stunning images from Patch readers throughout the Land of Lincoln.

This Is Illinois' Prettiest Town, Architectural Digest Says

Architectural Digest has picked Illinois' prettiest town. You've probably been there once or twice.

5 Truly All-American Sights In Illinois For The 4th Of July

From Superman's hometown to Paul "Bunyon" with a giant hot dog, check out the IL cities and landmarks that are perfect snapshots of America.

8 Best Family Vacation Destinations In Illinois

We asked, you answered: Here's what Patch readers had to say about the best places for a family getaway here in the Land of Lincoln.

Illinois Tourism Hit All-Time High In 2017

How many travelers visited the Land of Lincoln in 2017, plus some ideas for day trips and sightseeing.