7 SPECTACULAR | Must-Visits for True Adventurers
- May 30, 2017
- 3 min read
MUST-VISITS FOR TRUE ADVENTURERS
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” –Mark Twain This month’s 7 Spectacular list invites our readers to live a summer as only a true adventurer would– exploring all that there is to explore!
1. A Tallship Pirate Adventure | CHICAGO
Listen to Lake Michigan’s most famous pirate stories and enjoy a leisurely cruise as you take in the world-famous skyline of Tall Ship Windy City from the water. From epic battles to trickery and treasure, experience the incredible true stories of real pirate adventure that happened right here on these magnificent inland seas. Meanwhile, enjoy the views of Chicago’s famous skyline and get some great photos from the unique perspective of the decks of the famous Tall Ship Windy. www.tallshipwindy.com
2. iFly Chicago | NAPERVILLE Ready for a thrill of a lifetime!? Head to iFly Chicago in Naperville near Cantera for indoor skydiving offering the simulation of true freefall conditions in a vertical wind tunnel. It’s where the dream of flight becomes a reality. Welcoming flyers from 3 to 103, there’s no parachute, no jumping, and nothing attaching you to planet Earth. It’s just you FLYING in the air. Super fun, super safe and super cool! www.iflyworld.com
3. A Summer RV Adventure NAPERVILLE Why fly over America at 30,000 feet when an RV can take you there, allowing you to enjoy the scenery and experience memorable time together as a family. We found this RV rental hot spot right here in Naperville. They offer everything from Class A to trailer RVs. Plan your trip today and rent an RV this time around. Be sure to send us a postcard! www.hometownrv.com
4. Vermillion River Rafting | OGLESBY, IL The big Vermillion River starts its 50 mile course as a pair of creeks on the border of Ford and Livingston counties, deepens as it rolls through Pontiac to the dam at Streator, picks up speed as it winds through Matthiessen State Park, and empties into the Illinois River near LaSalle/Peru. Vermillion River Rafting offers three to four hours whitewater rafting and kayaking adventures on the Big Vermillion River. Reservations are recommended, especially on week-ends and for parties of 5 or more. Watch safety videos online before booking your adventure and review FAQs. (815) 667-5242 www.vermillionriverrafting.com
5. “The Joker” at Six Flags Great America | GURNEE There's always something new at Six Flags Great America and this year it’s THE JOKER Free Fly Coaster debuting Memorial Day Weekend. It’s the 15th and most maniacal coaster that will be added to Six Flags Great America’s arsenal and we invite our most adventurous readers to ride it for an experience like no other. Take a ride 120 feet in the air at a 90 degree angel before you begin your free spin, flying in the sky over 12 stories in the air, nothing above or below. www.newfor2017.sixflags.com/greatamerica/
6. Dolphin In-Water Adventure | INDIANAPOLIS ZOO Wonder what it's like to get into the water with a dolphin? You may remember Kristen Kucharski’s Mom’s Little Black Book feature from May 2014 highlighting this fabulous midwest adventure! The Indianapolis Zoo is the only place in the Midwest where you can experience an in-water doplhin experience. How cool is that! Must be reserved in advance and include up to eight participants. www.indianapoliszoo.com
7. Raging Waves Waterpark | YORKVILLE Experience outrageous fun at Illinois’ largest waterpark including 20 water slides, ¼ mile long lazy river, huge wave pool, multiple kiddie areas, and more! True adventurers will LOVE the Wonambi (new last year). The four-person tube adventure twists, turns, and will take your breath away. The Three Sisters is also a fun one featuring 1,080 feet of tunnels and thrills! Each slide is a new experience. www.ragingwaves.com
