15 Best Illinois Travel Blogs and Websites in 2024

1. Choose Chicago

Explore the official tourism website for Chicago. Find guides to attractions, events, restaurants, hotels, getting around, and other vacation planning help. Choose Chicago is the official destination marketing organization for Chicago, Illinois.
Blog choosechicago.com
Facebook Followers 445.1KTwitter Followers 100.9KInstagram Followers 412.3K Frequency 4 posts / month Domain Authority 68 Get Email Contact Get Influential Bloggers ContactsGet access to 250k active Bloggers in 1500 niche categories.Get targeted media contact list in your niche at your fingertips so you can focus on running your campaign.Email us the type of bloggers you want to reach out for your marketing campaign at anuj@feedspot.com Copy email. We'll share blogger's data in an Excel or CSV format.Email us

2. Chi@Glance Blog

I'm Tavi. I'm a diehard Chicagoan that is always representing my city to the fullest. Whether you're new to town or a fellow Chi-Town native, I hope to share with you the joys of finding your new favorite hangout spot, happy hour specials to help you save a few dollars, establishments to help you celebrate that special occasion or ways to stay healthy after eating that bread pudding you splurged on last night.
Blog chiataglance.com
Facebook Followers 348Twitter Followers 337Instagram Followers 4.5K Frequency 1 post / week Since Aug 2015 Domain Authority 21 Get Email Contact

3. The Chicago Files

Cher is a Canadian expat living in Chicago and the blogger behind, 'The Chicago Files'. Writing is her passion, and her work takes her from writing blog posts to devising interesting travel articles, and along a path where she creates new ideas for children's books.
Blog thechicagofiles.com
Twitter Followers 1.2K Frequency 1 post / week Since Apr 2014 Domain Authority 22 Get Email Contact

4. Rockford Area CVB

Read the Rockford Area CVB blog and find the latest events, news, exclusive deals, and travel tips to help plan your next visit to Rockford, IL. RACVB is a private, non-profit organization established in 1984 to promote and champion efforts to make the Rockford Region an overnight visitor destination.
Blog gorockford.com
Facebook Followers 30.2KTwitter Followers 6.5KInstagram Followers 16.9K Frequency 17 posts / quarter Domain Authority 49 Get Email Contact

5. Basically B » Travel

I'm Britt. BasicallyB is my own little corner of the internet to share my creative side and hopefully make your day a little brighter.
Blog basicallyb.com
Facebook Followers 579Instagram Followers 10K Frequency 2 posts / year Domain Authority 4 Get Email Contact

6. Enjoy Illinois

Your guide to the best of Illinois. Places to go, things to do, the best places to eat and drink, must-see Chicago, trip ideas, and inspiration for your Illinois vacation.
Blog enjoyillinois.com
Facebook Followers 266.6KTwitter Followers 33.5KInstagram Followers 88.8K Frequency 30 posts / year Domain Authority 59 Get Email Contact

7. NW Illinois Travel Blog

Blackhawk Waterways Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is a non-profit, official State of Illinois CVB, dedicated to promoting the Illinois counties of Carroll, Lee, Ogle, and Whiteside as a tourism destination, and dedicated to helping you plan your personal trip here, or coordinate a group trip or event.
Blog visitnorthwestillinois.com
Twitter Followers 313Instagram Followers 1.3K Domain Authority 35 Get Email Contact

8. Enjoy Aurora

Stay up to date with destination shopping, live entertainment, and family fun in the Aurora Area of Illinois. The Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and marketing the area as a visitor destination.
Blog enjoyaurora.com
Facebook Followers 19.1KTwitter Followers 2.8KInstagram Followers 2.1K Frequency 4 posts / year Domain Authority 36 Get Email Contact

9. Visit Springfield Blog

Our mission is to provide visitors with the most up to date information regarding Springfield. Whether is info about a site, a great event that is happening, or just some interesting things we want to share with everyone.
Blog visitspringfieldillinois.com
Facebook Followers 36.1KTwitter Followers 3.2KInstagram Followers 7.6K Domain Authority 47 Get Email Contact

10. Travels & Treasures

Travels and Treasures shares travel and food inspiration in Chicago and beyond! Subscribe today for travel guides, tips, intineraries, and deals. Find the best things to do, places to eat, and activities for your next vacation destination.
Blog travelsandtreasures.com
Facebook Followers 122Twitter Followers 1.7KInstagram Followers 2.4K Frequency 4 posts / year Domain Authority 22 Get Email Contact

11. Red Soles and Red Wine » Travel

This is Jennifer's personal style, travel, beauty, and foodie blog that started off as a hobby and a way to meet people in Chicago.
Blog redsolesandredwine.com
Facebook Followers 2.5KTwitter Followers 1.1KInstagram Followers 257.1K Since May 2011 Domain Authority 34 Get Email Contact

12. Jet-Setting Spirit

A travel blog focusing on providing readers tips and suggestions directly from a travel agent mother-daughter duo.
Blog jetsettingspirit.com
Facebook Followers 242Twitter Followers 116 Since Oct 2015 Domain Authority 19 Get Email Contact