I’m an Aussie who took my family to Chicago. We were shocked by how much affordable fun we found, especially for teens.

  • In Chicago, our family enjoyed world-class entertainment that didn’t drain our bank account.
  • Our tickets to comedy shows at the famous Second City and NBA and NHL games were affordable.
  • Chicago’s free attractions , like the zoo, were worthwhile — not just time fillers to save costs.

Taking teenagers on vacation can be expensive, but Chicago flipped the script on our expectations.

With four 18-year-olds in tow, my wife and I headed from Australia to the Windy City this past winter.

Much to our delight, we discovered a major city that consistently delivered premium experiences without the premium price tag…

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