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Drive your Ford to Starved Rock State Park
Summer is the perfect time to take a road trip and soak in the beautiful outdoors. If you’re looking for stunning waterfalls and trails, Starved Rock State Park in Illinois, is the perfect destination. Starved Rock State Park became the first recreational park in Illinois, in 1911. As a result, the park has preserved its 18 majestic canyons and protected the wildlife, which includes deer, otters, eagles and more. It has been voted the #1 attraction in the state of Illinois. To best explore the park, hike the 13 miles of trails, which take you along the Illinois River and to the canyons. There are also breathtaking waterfalls in 14…
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Best Destinations for a Spring Road Trip to Take with Your Tax Return
Here in beautiful East Moline, Illinois, we’re perfectly positioned for road trips to some of the most beautiful locations in the country in Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin. And with tax returns going through every day, you have some spare cash to hit the road and discover these perfect spring road trip destinations. Town of Galena, IL The historic town of Galena, Illinois, is a perfect place to spend the day or even a long weekend. More than three-quarters of Galena’s beautifully preserved 19th-century buildings are located in a National Register Historic District, so you know you’re getting a taste of real history. Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford, IL The Anderson…
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Tips on Packing Your Car for a Road Trip
If the arrival of warm weather has ignited your wanderlust, you might be dreaming up a spring or summer road trip. These tips will help you when packing your car for a road trip so you can do it in a way that’s efficient, comfortable, and smart. Store Bulky Items Outside the Vehicle You’ll want to keep the cabin as clear as possible for the sake of the passenger’s comfort. Invest in accessories that will let you carry bikes and other bulky equipment on the outside of your car. Pack Clothes in Soft Bags Hard suitcases might be ideal for air travel, but when it comes to packing your car…
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Midwest Winter Road Trips
After a long winter, we can almost see the light at the end of the tunnel. If you are experiencing some cabin fever, there are some great winter road trips you can take right here in the Midwest. Parke County, Indiana The winter is an ideal time to visit this picturesque county with covered bridges dotting the countryside. Get a map at a local visitors’ center to find all the bridges. Don’t forget to visit the Clabber Girl Museum and Bake Shop in Terre Haute. Chicago, Illinois Spend a wintery weekend in Chicago and visit all the sites. Go ice skating in Maggie Daley Park. Don’t forget to stop at…
