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Great Family Vacations Midwest & Rocky Mountain States (Includes Colorado, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, South Dakota, Utah, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and Alberta, Canada) - Inside this guide you will find twenty-five complete vacations loaded with enough activities to keep every member of your family happy for weeks. Whether you're looking for museums and historic sites, thrill-a-minute amusement parks, animal attractions, natural wonders and the great outdoors, sporting events, or a healthy dose of all of the above, here's everything you need to make your next family vacation a great family vacation. This guide includes hundreds of exciting things to see and do, valuable family-travel tips, family-friendly places to lodge and dine, personally recommended side trips, important local sources of information and handy travel directions.

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Arlington Heights - www.arlingtonhtschamber.com.

Alto Vineyards
Alto Vineyards owns and operates a retail wine shop and tasting room in Champaign.  Along with their award winning wines, one will find a selection of gifts, including custom gift baskets, gourmet foods, and local artwork.  They offer indoor as well as outdoor seating to relax and enjoy their atmosphere, as well as live entertainment.  Available for private functions too. (217) 356-4784. 4210 N. Duncan Road (Rt. 150 West to Duncan Rd. North) , Champaign
http://www.altovineyards.net
 
My preferred hotel chain is Marriott. I have stayed Residence Inns, which are prefect for longer stays with all the comforts of home; Spring Hill Suites, which I have found nice for longer stays as the have up to 25% more room than comparably priced rooms; Towne Place Suites, again when I want more room or am on a longer stay; Courtyard by Marriott, which has everything the business traveler needs, as well as families; Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, which I find spacious, comfortable and affordable. Another great idea is to stay at one of the JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts where you can enjoy a new dimension for your vacation or holiday. and Marriott Hotels and Resorts and have found them all to be of consistent quality and service. I have also stayed at some of their Vacation Club properties and have enjoyed each visit. AAA members can get discount rates at Marriott, as can Seniors. Click on Great Getaways for less at Marriott for special officers and great deals at Marriott hotels worldwide!

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Books, Maps and Other Resources for Illinois 

Bloomington - www.bloomingtonillinois.com - Bloomington-Normal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Burr Ridge - http://www.burr-ridge.gov.

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Champaign
 Chicago
 Cities and Towns of Illinois

Champaign

Alto Vineyards
Alto Vineyards owns and operates a retail wine shop and tasting room in Champaign.  Along with their award winning wines, one will find a selection of gifts, including custom gift baskets, gourmet foods, and local artwork.  They offer indoor as well as outdoor seating to relax and enjoy their atmosphere, as well as live entertainment.  Available for private functions too. (217) 356-4784. 4210 N. Duncan Road (Rt. 150 West to Duncan Rd. North) , Champaign
http://www.altovineyards.net
 
Orpheum Children's Science Museum
The Orpheum Children's Science Museum, located in the 1914 Orpheum Theatre, is one of the finest buildings in downstate Illinois.  Children of all ages are given the opportunity to learn science at their own pace in an informal setting.  Current exhibits include gosh images, zoetropes, dino-dig, a PVC pipe organ, and many more!  Field trips are encouraged! (217) 352-5895. 346 North Neil Street, Champaign. http://www.orpheum.science.museum

Chicago
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Danville
 Deerfield

Danville
The Danville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau. http://www.danvilleareainfo.com. You might also want to check out their calendar of events for more additional things to see and do. www.danvilleareainfo.com/calendar.php

Vermilion County Museum (National Register of Historic Places)
116 N. Gilbert, Danville
Opened in the spring of 2002, this new museum is a near replica of the 1833 country courthouse where Lincoln practiced law from 1841 to 1859.

Vermilion County War Museum
A military museum featuring memorabilia and artifacts from every conflict our country has been involved in, from the Revolutionary War to Operation Iraqi Freedom.  Over 13,000 square feet on two floors features thousands of items including an extensive library, personal scrapbooks, memoirs, and photographs.  Displays include: wood from "Old Ironsides", an original bronze "Remember the Maine" plaque, Kenneth E. Bailey's Congressional Medal of Honor, Civil War battle flags, and many other significant pieces.  Voted one of the finest museums of its' type in the country.

Deerfield - Deerfield Village Hall, 850 Waukegan Rd., Deerfield, Illinois 60015. Main number 847-945-5000. Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.
http://www.deerfield-il.org

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Effingham
 Elgin

 

Early American Museum

The Early American Museum has an extensive collection interpreting 19th and early 20th century life in East-Central Illinois.  Two floors of exhibits present architecture, trades and occupations, decorative arts, and childhood and domestic life of the time.  The Discovery Room offers hands-on opportunities for children to interact and learn about the residents of the Grand Prairie.  Educational programs are offered for all ages throughout the year.
(217) 586-2612. North Route 47, Mahomet. http://www.earlyamericanmuseum.org

Effingham - www.villageprofile.com.

Elgin - http://www.cityofelgin.org - Take a peek at all Elgin has to offer.

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Grand Victoria Casino, voted Chicagoland's "Best Casino" for two consecutive years by readers of Casino Player magazine, provides award–winning casino excitement. Receiving a total of 23 awards in 2006, Grand Victoria also garnered the most first place "Best of Gaming" awards in Chicagoland, proving, once again, that it is truly the premier gaming experience in this market. First place awards include "Luckiest Casino," "Best Cashback," "Best Comps," "Best Dealers," "Best Blackjack," "Best Roulette," "Best Steakhouse – Buckinghams," "Best Hosts," "Best High–Limit Slot Area," "Best Bar – Vixen's Den," and "Best Valet Parking." Complete with high ceilings and overall spaciousness, our luxuriously comfortable casino floor enhances your gaming experience

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Lincolnshire
Lombard

Lincolnshire - www.village.lincolnshire.il.us.

Lombard - www.villageoflombard.org.

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Mahomet
 Moline
Mahomet

Early American Museum
The Early American Museum has an extensive collection interpreting 19th and early 20th century life in East-Central Illinois.  Two floors of exhibits present architecture, trades and occupations, decorative arts, and childhood and domestic life of the time.  The Discovery Room offers hands-on opportunities for children to interact and learn about the residents of the Grand Prairie.  Educational programs are offered for all ages throughout the year.
(217) 586-2612. North Route 47, Mahomet. http://www.earlyamericanmuseum.org

Moline
The city of Moline - www.moline.il.us/ourcommunity.

 

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Books, Maps and Other Resources for Illinois

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Naperville - www.naperville.il.us.

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Oakbrook

Oakbrook - www.oak-brook.org.
The Village of Oak Brook is located about 15 miles west of the Chicago Loop and is served by a network of major federal, state and county roads including the Tri-State Tollway system, the East-West Tollway and the Eisenhower Expressway. The Village’s adjacent neighbors include the communities of Villa Park, Elmhurst, Lombard, Oakbrook Terrace, Westchester, Westmont, Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, and Hinsdale. The Oakbrook Center, the Oaks of Oak Brook, Oak Brook Court and the Shops at Oak Brook Place Shopping Centers provide fine shopping, restaurants, and service facilities.

Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum
The Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum is a premier showcase of Illinois Aviation and the 77 year history of Chanute Air Force Base.  The museum encompasses over 126,000 sq. ft. of display space, boasting the largest aerospace museum in Illinois.  Special memorial items are dedicated in honor of pioneer aviators Illinois and Chanute AFB commanders and heroes.  A gift show, visitors reception suite, library, Children's Discover Room, snack bar, and helpful volunteers await visitor's arrival. (217) 893-1613. 1011 Pacesetter Drive, Rantoul. http://aeromuseum.org
 
Orpheum Children's Science Museum
The Orpheum Children's Science Museum, located in the 1914 Orpheum Theatre, is one of the finest buildings in downstate Illinois.  Children of all ages are given the opportunity to learn science at their own pace in an informal setting.  Current exhibits include gosh images, zoetropes, dino-dig, a PVC pipe organ, and many more!  Field trips are encouraged! (217) 352-5895. 346 North Neil Street, Champaign. http://www.orpheum.science.museum

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Peoria - www.ci.peoria.il.us.

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Quad Cities

Save on all the things you love to do!

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Rantoul
Rockford
 Rossville

Rantoul

Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum
The Octave Chanute Aerospace Museum is a premier showcase of Illinois Aviation and the 77 year history of Chanute Air Force Base.  The museum encompasses over 126,000 sq. ft. of display space, boasting the largest aerospace museum in Illinois.  Special memorial items are dedicated in honor of pioneer aviators Illinois and Chanute AFB commanders and heroes.  A gift show, visitors reception suite, library, Children's Discover Room, snack bar, and helpful volunteers await visitor's arrival. (217) 893-1613. 1011 Pacesetter Drive, Rantoul. http://aeromuseum.org

Rockford - www.ci.rockford.il.us.

Rossville
 The Depot Museum
The Depot, built by the C&EI railroad in 1903, has been restored to the 1950's era. The Museum features a wide collection of historical railroad memorabilia. Some of those featured include the C&EI, Wabash, Illinois Terminal and NYC. The museum is open from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day weekend. Hours are noon to 4 on Saturdays and Sundays and noon to 5 on holiday weekends. Groups are welcome and tours can be arranged from April 1st through September 30th. 210 East Benton St., Rossville, IL 61834

 

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Springfield - www.visit-springfieldillinois.com

Spurlock Museum
The Spurlock Museum celebrates the people of the world with featured galleries of Africa, Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, Europe, East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania, the Americans, and the Ancient Mediterranean.  Special facilities include a focus gallery for temporary exhibits, learning center, auditorium, and educational resource center. (217) 333-2360. 600 South Gregory, Urbana. Check out Spurlock on YouTube!  -  http://www.spurlock.uiuc.edu

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Tinley Park - www.tinleypark.org.

 

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Spurlock Museum
The Spurlock Museum celebrates the people of the world with featured galleries of Africa, Ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia, Europe, East Asia, Southeast Asia and Oceania, the Americans, and the Ancient Mediterranean.  Special facilities include a focus gallery for temporary exhibits, learning center, auditorium, and educational resource center. (217) 333-2360. 600 South Gregory, Urbana. Check out Spurlock on YouTube!  -  http://www.spurlock.uiuc.edu

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