Greetings friends! I want to combine my passion for exploration and new experiences with my love of writing and share with all who are interested. Whether you are an active adventurer or enjoying the voyage from the comfort of your couch I hope you will join me!
We shall not cease from exploration and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started…and know the place for the first time. – T.S. Eliot
Jessica Mlinaric founded Urban Explorer in 2010 to inspire curious travelers by highlighting history, culture, and hidden gems in Chicago and beyond. She is the author of ‘Secret Chicago’ and ‘Chicago Scavenger.’ Jessica has visited 20+ countries and 30+ U.S. states. She has more than 16 years of experience as a marketing strategist and works as a freelance writer and photographer.
