7 Best Beaches to Visit Near Chicago

7 Best Beaches to Visit Near Chicago

Is every cell in your body craving a beach getaway? As much as we’d love to teleport ourselves to a far-flung island on a whim, reality gets in the way. Limited vacation time, tight budgets, and more of life’s obligations make it hard to get on a plane. But...
Indiana Dunes National Park: A Visitor’s Guide

Indiana Dunes National Park: A Visitor’s Guide

If you love sandy beaches, blue water, wetlands, and dunes, Miller Beach and the nearby natural wonder Indiana Dunes National Park just might suit your next vacation itinerary. Why? The gorgeous Great lake views and proximity to one of America’s most unique ecosystems...
A Traveler’s Guide to Miller Beach, Indiana

A Traveler’s Guide to Miller Beach, Indiana

As you gaze down Lake Michigan’s oval shape on a map, you’ll land on the southernmost valley — the city of Gary, Indiana, which is home to the Miller Beach neighborhood. A small residential area and beach community in Lake County, Miller Beach attracts tourists for...