Chicago On Vacation with Geoffrey Baer

Geoffrey Baer takes you on a nostalgic journey by car to iconic vacation spots that Chicagoans have cherished for generations, and discovers some secret hideaways, too! Explore the history of the places Chicagoans have been visiting for generations and plan your next adventure. You’ll find 20 of the best vacation destinations within driving distance of Chicago – whether you seek stunning hiking trails, wild water parks, tranquil beaches, or just a quick escape from the city. Find your next favorite Chicago-area adventure here: https://www.wttw.com/vacation Documentary Sections: 00:00:00 ➤ Intro 00:05:34 ➤ Lake Geneva, Wisconsin 00:12:35 ➤ Wisconsin Dells 00:20:05 ➤ Northwoods, Wisconsin 00:26:37 ➤ Door County, Wisconsin 00:33:21 ➤ Springfield, Illinois 00:41:13 ➤ Starved Rock State Park, Illinois 00:46:57 ➤ Galena, Illinois 00:54:13 ➤ Indiana Dunes, Indiana 00:59:24 ➤ Michigan City, Indiana 01:04:14 ➤ Indiana Beach, Indiana 01:07:53 ➤ Harbor Country, Michigan 01:12:00 ➤ Benton Harbor, Michigan 01:13:44 ➤ St. Joseph, Michigan 01:15:20 ➤ South Haven, Michigan 01:18:48 ➤ Saugatuck, Michigan 01:21:53 ➤ Holland, Michigan 01:24:13 ➤ Grand Haven, Michigan 01:27:42 ➤ Idlewild, Michigan 01:30:06 ➤ Leland, Michigan 01:33:57 ➤ Traverse City, Michigan 01:36:00 ➤ Harbor Springs and Charlevoix, Michigan 01:38:16 ➤ Mackinac Island, Michigan