Maple Park, IL

Apple picking, hay rides, and awesome fall photo opportunities. We highly recommend the Apple cider donuts are to die for.

St. Charles

They say marriage is hard - try solving an escape room at iPanic. We enjoyed tackling one of their themed rooms as a couple and returned back with the group as a family for more brain power. Our personal accomplishments included slaying a dragon and taking down an evil witch.

St. Charles

Alcohol and art are always a wonderful combination. We had a blast taking an instructor-led painting class at Pinot's Palette.

Wheaton, IL

Believe it or not this is one of Ben's top picks. Enjoy the beautiful outdoor park and the onsite War museum. Plenty of tanks to view and learn about... tank climbing is not only allowed but encouraged.