The Chicago Traveler

If you need a moment away from the hustle and bustle of the Windy City, but you can’t make it to one of Illinois’ natural wonders, visit the urban oasis that is the Garfield Park Conservatory.
Covering 4.5 acres (18,211 m2) of the north end of Garfield Park, the conservatory is one of the largest and most remarkable in the country. This humongous garden contains trees, flowers, cacti, and exotic plants from all over the world. Visitors can experience various climates via six interconnected greenhouses and two grand exhibition halls, offering everything from a wet and warm atmosphere to dry desert …read more

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The folks here at b5media’s Travel and Culture Channel are making sure Autumn doesn’t fall by the wayside with this month’s Theme Day. This season brings out some of the most beautiful colors that nature has to offer, and there is no better place to witness them than at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The 385-acre Garden contains 2.2 million plants in its 23 major gardens and natural areas. There’s plenty of room to explore, so grab yourself a free map at the Visitor’s Center, or take one of the educational tours offered by foot and by tram. The sights and …read more

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Sure, you’re fairly easy to please. You can appreciate the simple things in life. But sometimes the occasion calls for something with a touch of class. A few flowers, some wine, perhaps?
A. Vision creates floral arrangements with flair and style. Just tell them the colors, themes, or vision you have in mind, and they’ll provide a presentation that matches perfectly. They’ll even match it with the perfect vintage. These blooms from all over the world will transform your home, office, restaurant, or event into a charming venue. A. Vision’s impressive collections make a great gift for your friends or yourself.
Elegant. …read more

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