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Driver's licenses that meet Real ID standards, like this one from Wisconsin, are marked with stars stamped in the upper right corner.

Illinois air travelers may face stricter security measures in 2016

May 22, 2019 at 9:08 p.m.

It's growing increasingly likely that anyone carrying an Illinois driver's license will face even more hassle at the airport in 2016. The Department of Homeland Security has denied the state's...

Dead Ringer is described as a "traditional marzen lager" on its label but that's a bit misleading; Dead Ringer is no traditional marzen. But it is a terrific beer and an ideal match for summer's segue into fall.
<a href="http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/ct-food-beer-of-month-september-0912-story.html">Read more about Dead Ringer here</a>.

Piece and Firestone Walker release new beer

June 16, 2018 at 9:39 a.m.

Piece Brewery and Pizzeria is among Chicago's most lauded brewpubs. Matt Brynildson, the brewmaster of Firestone Walker Brewing Co. in Paso Robles, Calif., is one of the nation's rock star...

Lifestyle hotel approach reaches historic brands

August 23, 2019 at 1:28 p.m.

Perhaps you have enjoyed the complimentary breakfast buffet that comes with a stay at one of the world's 700 Residence Inn hotels. But you haven't truly experienced the Residence Inn...

Boulder Beer goes all in on the chocolate with Shake Chocolate Porter, which features chocolate wheat malt and cacao nibs.
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Boulder Beer hits a chocolate home run with Shake

June 17, 2018 at 4:25 a.m.

What it is: There aren't many beers I remember tasting for the first time, but my first sip of Boulder Beer's Shake Chocolate Porter is seared in my memory. It...

New Glarus' Moon Man North Coast Pale Ale.
Worth the drive? Yes, provided you plan to drink it fresh.

New Glarus beer is legendary, but is it worth the drive?

June 16, 2018 at 10:39 a.m.

During a recent drive back from Milwaukee, I did what any self-respecting, beer-swilling Chicagoan would do. I stopped at the Mars Cheese Castle to buy some New Glarus beer. Perched...

Barcelona is a gorgeous, visitor-friendly city to visit. The question: Where is the next Barcelona?

Where is the ‘perfect city’? The experts check in

August 23, 2019 at 1:24 p.m.

There are two kinds of people in this world: Those who love Barcelona and those who haven't been there yet. Barcelona is as close to a perfect city as there...

Cars climb upward during afternoon rush hour alongside historic buildings and shopping on State Street, which is part of the Lincoln Highway.

Geneva has the feel of a small town, not a big-city suburb

August 23, 2019 at 1:21 p.m.

Sitting about 40 miles due west of downtown Chicago, the suburb of Geneva pulls off a neat trick. It feels nothing like a suburb of Chicago. Along with neighbors St....

With an increased appetite among consumers for fitness, the concept of fitness on the road is in the midst of a revolution that involves more than just treadmills and free weights.

Hotels getting creative with fitness offerings for next-gen travelers

August 23, 2019 at 1:20 p.m.

Not long ago, the average hotel fitness center amounted to a few treadmills, a couple of elliptical machines, free weights and a television tuned to ESPN. That's not good enough...

One of the joys of solo travel is doing what you want when you want.

Traveling alone isn’t lonely — it’s an adventure

August 23, 2019 at 1:20 p.m.

I've visited 40 states and a dozen countries as a solo traveler, and if I ever felt bored or lonely out in the world on my own, I don't remember...

The Bourbon County Stout lineup for 2015. The Goose Island beers have a cult following.

Which bars will be first to pour Bourbon County Stout? Here’s the list.

June 16, 2018 at 11:59 a.m.

Standing in a painfully long line isn't the only way to get your hands on Goose Island's heralded Bourbon County beers this year. The brewery on Wednesday announced a series...

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