Ten fun and quirky things to do and see on a Route 66 roadtrip along the Illinois portion of this iconic highway from Chicago to Bloomington to St. Louis. Make Bloomington your overnight stop, recharge, and keep going! Continue reading
The leaves are starting to change! That means new opportunities for date night ideas that only fall weather can bring. We’ve pulled together some of the best Bloomington-Normal, Illinois date ideas for couples to try. Continue reading
Many people don’t think of traveling to Central Illinois for a hiking trip, but the area has great hiking spots to offer and explore. Located only a two-hour drive from Chicago and less than an hour from Peoria and Springfield, … Continue reading
Warm one day, cool the next. Yep, it’s fall in the Midwest and soon the leaves will let us know there’s no turning back. It might be a harsh reality, but it’s beautiful to witness, especially in central Illinois. Come … Continue reading
Do you feel it? Summer has sneaked in and brought excitement along for the ride. Children and adults alike seem to want to go outside and play! More people stroll downtown, usually taking an outdoor-indoor tact, because many of the … Continue reading
Come enjoy the first taste of fall with a trip to Bloomington-Normal. We have numerous suggestions to create an idyllic Illinois getaway with us at Vrooman Mansion. No matter where your interest lies, the diversity of Bloomington-Normal is sure to … Continue reading
Nature, recreation, convenience, and history all describe the popular Constitution Trail. What began as the Illinois Central Railroad from Bloomington to LaSalle in 1853, has now become one of the most extensive urban multi-use trails in Illinois. One of the … Continue reading
For outdoor enthusiasts looking for new places to visit, put Moraine View State Park at the top of your list. Named for moraines, or irregular crests formed by glaciers of the last Ice Age, the Park boasts light swells and … Continue reading
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