Urban Explorer

Explore three Chicago mysteries with me and Geoffrey Baer!

10 Tips for Afternoon Tea Etiquette

Whether you’re at the Ritz or a country tea room, keep these tips in mind at your next tea party.

Peek inside the Crescent City with a look at its gorgeous doorways.

The capital of Puerto Rico starts the day with a good breakfast.

This book captures both the feeling of Istanbul and the author’s process of learning about it in print.

Ravenswood is leafy, tranquil neighborhood on Chicago’s North Side, but don’t mistake it for boring.

I snapped a few photos capturing the energy of the Chicago Women’s March on January 21.

I’m excited to announce the new site design and logo of Urban Explorer today!

A roundup of my most memorable articles of the year. Looking forward to a wonderful 2017!

To celebrate the shortest day of the year, 360 Chicago hosted an Instameet in its in the 94th-floor observatory.

The Hollander offers an upscale hostel experience with a social emphasis.