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Gold dome of the InterContinental Chicago hotel
Architecture, Chicago, Secret Spot

Secrets of the InterContinental Chicago Hotel

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 9, 2024March 1, 2025

A historic hotel with lavish design and secrets in every ballroom.

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The first 'Chicago Scavenger' hunt winner holding the book
Chicago, My Books

Meet Chicago Scavenger’s First Hunt Winner

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 7, 2023April 16, 2023

Hearn Anna’s favorite moments from the experience.

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Chicago Scavenger book now available
Chicago, My Books

‘Chicago Scavenger’ Book Now Available

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 15, 2022June 27, 2022

Chicago Scavenger is here! Order it at a bookstore near you.

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Author Jessica Mlinaric in Chicago
Chicago, My Books

Chicago Scavenger Featured in the Chicago Tribune

by Jessica Mlinaric / May 9, 2022June 27, 2022

I shared the idea for the book, choosing the sites, and what I hope readers gain from the book.

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Schuba's Tavern in Chicago
Chicago, My Books

‘Chicago Scavenger’ Book Launch Party

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 19, 2022April 25, 2022

Join me at Schuba’s on May 21 to celebrate ‘Chicago Scavenger’ book launch!

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Chicago Scavenger book by Jessica Mlinaric
Chicago, My Books

‘Chicago Scavenger’ Book Coming Soon!

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 22, 2022May 16, 2022

My second book is available to pre-order-now!

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Sky Landing by Yoko Ono in Chicago
Arts, Chicago, Secret Spot

Secret Spot: Yoko Ono’s ‘Sky Landing’

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 15, 2022March 22, 2022

Sky Landing is Yoko Ono’s first permanent artwork in the Americas.

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Downtown Chicago view from Bank of America Tower
Chicago, Media Appearances, My Books

Swapping Chicago Favorites with Peter Greenberg

by Jessica Mlinaric / February 26, 2022March 21, 2022

CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg invited me on his weekly radio show.

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Urban Explorer is a travel blog highlighting history, culture, and hidden gems to inspire curious travelers by Jessica Mlinaric, author of 'Secret Chicago' and 'Chicago Scavenger.'
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Media Appearances

  • Jessica Mlinaric and Geoffrey Baer with bicycles at the Illinois-Indiana State Line Boundary Marker
    Exploring Chicago Mysteries with WTTW
    April 23, 2024
  • Downtown Chicago view from Bank of America Tower
    Swapping Chicago Favorites with Peter Greenberg
    February 26, 2022
  • Author Jessica Mlinaric at Oak Woods Cemetery
    Touring Chicago’s Mass Grave with WGN Morning News
    November 16, 2020

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