July 12, 2012

Chicago

My parents, wife, children, and I recently traveled to Chicago by way of Amtrak.





















The train was a great experience and I would utilize it for means of transportation again.

We arrived late to our accommodations, an apartment at the Andersonville Guesthouse, and quickly headed to bed.  The next morning while waiting for everyone to rise I downloaded two apps to navigate the CTA: 
HopStop
TransitGenie















Our first destination was the Navy Pier. 





















After a fun filled day at the pier we completed the afternoon with an architectural tour from Shoreline Tours.  




















The next day we explored the Lincoln Park Zoo, which is free.  





















They had a pond similar to Monet's in the zoo.  




















Matthew could not resist having his face painted.





















The highlight meal of the entire trip was a family style dinner at a Mediterranean restaurant called Reza's























Goodbye Chicago. Until next time.  




















Have you ever been to Chicago?  If so, what did you do? 

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