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The Local Tourist | Travel deep into destinations with passion & insight MenuBefore Header Explore Chicago Search this website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Pinterest Twitter YouTube Experience the fascination of a tourist; Feel the comfort of the local Travel the U.S.A. The Midwest Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nebraska South Dakota Wisconsin The South Arkansas Mississippi North Carolina Oklahoma Texas The West Arizona California Colorado Montana Nevada New Mexico Utah Wyoming Travel Tips Travel Now Road Trips Cultural Travel Arts and Culture Attractions Food and Drink History People Roadside Attractions Great Outdoors Camping Hiking and Active Travel U.S. National Parks Shop TLT Travel Two Lane Gems Search this website Travel the U.S.A. The Midwest Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Michigan Minnesota Missouri Nebraska South Dakota Wisconsin The South Arkansas Mississippi North Carolina Oklahoma Texas The West Arizona California Colorado Montana Nevada New Mexico Utah Wyoming Travel Tips Travel Now Road Trips Cultural Travel Arts and Culture Attractions Food and Drink History People Roadside Attractions Great Outdoors Camping Hiking and Active Travel U.S. National Parks Shop TLT Travel Two Lane Gems Contact Work with TLT Travel Writing Welcome to The Local Tourist Experience the fascination of a tourist; feel the comfort of the local The Local Tourist digs deep into destinations with passion and insight, focusing on culture, history, the great outdoors, and tips on how to enjoy it all. HOW TO BE A LOCAL TOURIST The Local Tourist has a simple goal: to help you experience the fascination of a tourist while feeling the comfort of the local, no matter where you are. How to be a Local Tourist AS SEEN IN... Travel & Adventure Show – Media Supporter Explore Elgin Area Visit Hendricks County Bravo Magazine, November 2019 Visit McHenry County RECENTLY ON THE LOCAL TOURIST Read our latest adventures and tips. Dig Into Delicious with McHenry County Restaurant Week Go on a culinary exploration with a week’s worth of tasty deals. Dig Into Delicious with McHenry County Restaurant Week Read More Miguel’s Pizza: Hidden Treasure in the Woods of the Red River Gorge When you love climbing, camping, and pizza, there’s no better place than Miguel’s Pizza Miguel’s Pizza: Hidden Treasure in the Woods of the Red River Gorge Read More How to Save Money on a Road Trip 38 ways to to spend less and experience more on your driving adventures. How to Save Money on a Road Trip Read More Hiking Indiana Dunes National Park See what it’s like to hike this treasure on the shores of Lake Michigan Hiking Indiana Dunes National Park Read More 100 Years of Chocolates and Beers at Harry’s Chocolate Shop By Olivia Van Zelst When I walked into Harry’s Chocolate Shop in West Lafayette, Indiana, my… 100 Years of Chocolates and Beers at Harry’s Chocolate Shop Read More How to Use Roadtrippers App & Website to Plan a Road Trip This tool makes planning a road trip easy. How to Use Roadtrippers App & Website to Plan a Road Trip Read More EXPLORE TWO LANE GEMS Author Theresa L. Goodrich pens eyes-wide-open love letters to America in the Two Lane Gems book series. Two Lane Gems, Volumes 1 & 2 – 6×9 $ 44.99 Add to cart Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1 – E-book $ 2.99 Download Now Two Lane Gems, Vol. 1 $ 24.99 – $ 49.99 Select options THE GREAT OUTDOORS Mother Nature’s a magnificent artist with limitless creativity. Step into her gallery and get some fresh air. GO OUTSIDE TRAVEL TIPS Save time, money, and aggravation with these travel tips, designed to make your exploration more fun. How to Save Money on a Road Trip 38 ways to to spend less and experience more on your driving adventures. How to Save Money on a Road Trip Read More How to Use Roadtrippers App & Website to Plan a Road Trip This tool makes planning a road trip easy. How to Use Roadtrippers App & Website to Plan a Road Trip Read More Driving the Depression-Era Daring of Beartooth Highway This scenic drive is short and open only a few months out of the… Driving the Depression-Era Daring of Beartooth Highway Read More Hit the Road with this Epic Southwest USA Road Trip Dreaming of hittin’ the road? Ride along on this road trip romp and discover… Hit the Road with this Epic Southwest USA Road Trip Read More How to Find Places to Go on a Road Trip You’ll Love Choosing road trip destinations can be difficult, but there are tips that make the… How to Find Places to Go on a Road Trip You’ll Love Read More How to take your bicycle on a road trip You don’t have to be an athlete to take your bicycle on a road… How to take your bicycle on a road trip Read More Essential Free Road Trip Apps A seasoned road trip enthusiast shares her essential free road trip apps. Essential Free Road Trip Apps Read More Travel Planning Secret Weapon: The Visitors Bureau The Visitors Bureau is a Local Tourist’s best friend. Travel Planning Secret Weapon: The Visitors Bureau Read More How to be a Local Tourist with TripAdvisor Attractions TripAdvisor Attractions allows you to book attractions, tours, and experiences directly from their platform.… How to be a Local Tourist with TripAdvisor Attractions Read More TRAVEL THE U.S.A. The Midwest The South The West CULTURAL TRAVEL Dig deep into a destination: arts, history, food & drink, people, and more. EXPLORE EXPLORE CHICAGO Since 2002, we’ve been covering the Windy City. Visit our Chicago site to find things to do, restaurants, events, musings, and more. VISIT CHICAGO THIS IS A HAPPY PLACE Our philosophy is all about making the world a better place through meaningful and fun experiences. 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