Friday Harbor is one of those rare day trips where the journey feels like part of the fun. The ferry ride to this San Juan Island, Washington, coastal town sets the pace before you even arrive, with salt air, island views, and plenty for kids to watch from the deck. During certain parts of the year, you're even likely to see whales from the ferry deck.

If it feels like the Hilton Chicago is having an it girl moment on the conference circuit, you’re not wrong. The Michigan Avenue hotel, conveniently located on Chicago’s South Loop, has seemingly been scheduled wall-to-wall with conferences, conventions, and more. And it’s no wonder: The location facing Grant Park and Michigan Lake is ideal; it’s only a 10-minute walk to the Art Institute of Chicago or the internationally recognized Field Museum. And with more than 234,000 sq

The manageable Ventura County Fair pairs classic attractions with ocean breezes.