Category: Other Destinations
See Brookfield Zoo Chicago Primates in Their New Outdoor Habitat
The new Bramsen Tropical Forests habitat opens this Friday, July 11 at Brookfield Zoo Chicago. We have been eagerly watching this massive outdoor primate habitat rise from the ground, and we cannot wait until the opening. We will be visiting this new habitat for gorillas, orangutans and monkeys on the day it is open to…
UPDATED: Chicago Area’s CLIMB Network for Children’s Museums
Each year, we sign-up for the CLIMB Network membership that includes six museums in the greater Chicago area. We have gotten this children’s museums membership year after year, because we think it is the best deal for families with young kids around Chicago.
How to See Huge New Tropical Forests at Brookfield Zoo Chicago
We have been waiting for this news for awhile! Bramsen Tropical Forests, the massive Brookfield Zoo Chicago primate habitat is officially opening on July 11, 2025. We have been eagerly watching the progress on this new home for gorillas, orangutans and monkeys, and we intend to be there on its opening day. We are so…
Travel Fun for Kids on the Road and in the Sky, Travel Essentials
Your idea of a great vacation probably does not involve a whole lot of whining. Before taking our first big family trip, we were nervous about how our kids would tolerate long travel days. I am happy and relieved to say that they put our worries to rest, and we love traveling together. To keep…
Big Guide to Brookfield Zoo Chicago
Brookfield Zoo Chicago is consistently ranked among the top zoos in the country. With over 3000 animals and 235 acres, it is an outstanding destination for Chicagoland locals and out-of-town visitors alike. We love Brookfield Zoo Chicago, and we want to share our love with this post on tips for how to get there, when…
Get Your Kicks at This Route 66 Tribute Playground
Slides in a skyscraper, sinkhole trampolines, a music barn and a sand pit for budding archaeologists… Harvester Park and its Route 66 playground is one of our all time favorite places to play near Chicago.
