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10/15/2026

Chicago’s “Front Yard,”

Grant Park🌳
📍Chicago, Illinois

Grant Park offers 319 acres of green space amid the city’s bustling streets, blending nature with prominent American history.

For generations, this lakefront park has witnessed defining moments in the nation’s story, from Abraham Lincoln’s funeral procession in 1865 to Barack Obama’s historic presidential victory speech in 2008. It has also hosted major civic gatherings, cultural celebrations and some of Chicago’s most recognisable events.

Today, its open lawns, iconic Buckingham Fountain and sweeping views towards Lake Michigan make it an essential stop for any Chicago itinerary.

Save Grant Park for your next Chicago trip and discover the history behind the city’s Front Yard!

10/13/2026

What happens when a city breaks a century-old tradition?

Liberty Place,
📍Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

In 1987, Philadelphia’s skyline changed forever with the completion of One Liberty Place. Standing 945 feet tall, the skyscraper surpassed Philadelphia City Hall, which had dominated the skyline for decades beneath William Penn’s statue.

Its arrival marked a controversial turning point for a city long guided by the unofficial tradition that no building should rise above William Penn whilst other cities soared overhead. With its distinctive blue-glass façade and striking pyramidal crown, One Liberty Place ushered Philadelphia into a new era of modern skyscraper design.

The change also inspired the legendary “Curse of Billy Penn,” a sports superstition linking the city’s championship drought to buildings rising above the statue.

Today, One Liberty Place stands as a defining feature of Philadelphia’s skyline, a reminder that architectural progress often means challenging tradition.

The sky’s the limit! Save this landmark for your next Philadelphia trip.

10/12/2026

POV: one building, a thousand compositions. 🏛️

Philadelphia City Hall
📍Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Completed in 1901, Philadelphia City Hall is an architectural masterpiece of Second Empire design, crowned by a towering statue of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania.

For decades, an unofficial tradition held that no building in Philadelphia should rise higher than Penn’s statue. That changed in 1987 when One Liberty Place broke the city’s long-standing height tradition.

Coincidence or curse? Philadelphia’s sports teams then endured years of championship disappointments, inspiring the famous “Curse of Billy Penn.” The legend gained renewed attention in 2008 when the Phillies won the World Series, shortly after a small William Penn figurine was placed atop the city’s newest tallest building.

With intricate sculptures, grand arches and remarkable details at every turn, City Hall is a must-see for architecture lovers.

Take the tour, discover the stories behind this iconic landmark and save it for your Philadelphia itinerary!

10/12/2026

The Gothic masterpiece that once ruled NYC's skyline...

Woolworth Building
📍Manhattan, New York

Before modern supertalls transformed New York’s skyline, there was the Woolworth Building. Completed in 1913, this Gothic Revival masterpiece earned the nickname "Cathedral of Commerce" for its elaborate detailing and architecture reminiscent of Europe’s great cathedrals.

Standing 792 feet tall, it reigned as the world’s tallest building from 1913 until 1930, when 40 Wall Street briefly surpassed it, followed by the Chrysler Building later that year.

With its ornate terracotta façade, intricate Gothic ornamentation and soaring crown, the Woolworth Building remains one of Manhattan’s most distinctive architectural landmarks and one of its oldest surviving supertall skyscrapers.

Step back into New York’s architectural history and add this timeless masterpiece to your NYC itinerary!

10/08/2026

Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument, Indianapolis

Standing at the heart of Monument Circle, the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument is one of Indianapolis’ most recognisable landmarks and a tribute to Indiana’s military history.

Completed in 1902, the monument commemorates the service and sacrifice of Hoosiers who served in America’s major conflicts, from the Revolutionary War through the Spanish-American War. It was also the first monument in the United States dedicated to the common soldier, rather than solely to military leaders.

Rising nearly 285 feet above the city, the monument's centrepiece is Indianapolis’ celebrated Lady Victory. A combination of the Greek goddess Nike and New York's Lady Liberty.

Take in this piece of Indiana history at the centre of the city, see Lady Victory for yourself and save this landmark for your next Indianapolis trip!

10/06/2026

Iconic Skyscrapers of New York 🗽

New York’s skyline brings together timeless Art Deco landmarks and striking modern towers, each with its own place in the city’s architectural story.

1. Empire State Building
A defining symbol of New York and one of the most recognisable skyscrapers in the world.

2. One World Trade Center
Rising 1,776 feet above Lower Manhattan, it is a powerful symbol of resilience.

3. Chrysler Building
An Art Deco masterpiece, celebrated for its gleaming stainless-steel crown.

4. One Vanderbilt
A contemporary Midtown landmark beside Grand Central Terminal.

Save this for your next New York visit and follow for more fascinating landmarks, architecture and destinations.

10/05/2026

Marina City, Chicago⛵

Affectionately referred to as Chicago’s “Corn Cob” towers, Marina City was designed by Bertrand Goldberg as a “city within a city.” Built in the 1960s, the development aimed to keep people living in the heart of Chicago rather than moving to the suburbs.

The complex brought together homes, shops, restaurants, entertainment and a marina, creating an early model of self-contained urban living.

Today, Marina City’s distinctive towers remain one of the most recognisable sights along the Chicago River.

Sail past this architectural landmark and save Marina City for your Chicago itinerary.

10/05/2026

Step into Miami!🌊 Miami is so much more than its beautiful beaches. Discover the Art Deco architecture of South Beach, explore vibrant neighbourhoods, enjoy waterfront dining, and take in the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay.

Spend your morning by the ocean, wander through colourful streets in the afternoon, and enjoy an elegant dinner as the city comes alive after dark.

With its blend of beaches, culture, architecture and unmistakable energy, Miami offers an experience to suit every kind of traveller.

10/01/2026

John Hancock Center, Chicago

Originally named for Founding Father John Hancock, this Chicago landmark helped shape a new era of skyscraper engineering. Its distinctive exterior bracing system strengthened the tower against powerful winds, allowing it to rise 1,128 feet across 100 stories.

When it topped out in 1968, it became the tallest building in Chicago and a defining addition to the city’s skyline. Today, 360 CHICAGO offers visitors and inhabitants panoramic views from the 94th floor, 1,030 feet above Michigan Avenue.

See Chicago from every angle and experience the city from your choice of perspective!

10/01/2026

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Once a cemetery known as Cemetery Park, this historic lakefront space was renamed Lincoln Park in 1865, following the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.

Today, the park spans more than 1,200 acres along Lake Michigan, with gardens, wildlife, monuments and scenic walking paths. It is also home to Lincoln Park Zoo, which began in 1868 with two swans, and the Lincoln Park Conservatory, whose current glasshouse was built during the 1890s.

Among its notable landmarks is Abraham Lincoln: The Man, a sculpture by Augustus Saint-Gaudens dedicated in 1887.

Centuries of stories are woven into its landscape. Discover Lincoln Park for yourself and add this historic retreat to your Chicago itinerary.

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