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Market Statistics
It's no secret that real estate prices in Canada have been going up for a decade strong now. Unlike our U.S. counterparts, the Canadian real estate prices seemed almost immune to the 2008 global recession. Some places have gone up so much that for many people buying real estate is no longer an option.
Are you interested to know how Mississauga real estate competes on a global level in terms for pricing?
The first thing you must know is that the value of condos is calculated on a "per square foot" or "PSF" basis. The higher the PSF, the more expensive the unit will be. Most PSF calculations measure the internal square foot size of the unit only (no balcony), and may or may not take into account a locker or parking spot.
To put this into perspective, pre-construction condos in Mississauga sell on average for about $425 (+$25/-$25) per square foot. This means, that a 625 square foot, one bedroom condo goes for about $265,000. This usually includes a locker and a parking spot, but does not take into account such things as floor premiums or upgrades, which can drive the price of the unit up.
Let's see how the $425+ per square foot price in Mississauga compares to different condo prices around the world.
Toronto – $600+ PSF – Toronto is the closest mega city to Mississauga, and Canada's largest municipality. Condos in Toronto sell for about 30% more than they do in Mississauga. Toronto is the second largest city with skyscrapers in North America, after New York City. Also most calculations for PSF in Toronto do not take into account parking spots and lockers.
New York – $1,500+ PSF – The beautiful skyline of Manhattan in New York has one of the most expensive real estate markets in the US. With traffic 15 hours a day, lots of condos sell with no parking spots as people resort to taking the subway or taxi everywhere.
Hong Kong – $1,500+ PSF - Hong Kong is much crowed and home to some of the smallest real estate properties in the world. Tiny condos, that are sometimes less than 250 square feet in total size sell for big $$$.
London – $2,500+ PSF - In London condo apartments are known as "flats" and are the most expensive in the world. A downtown London condo which is only 500 square feet can sell for as much as 1.2 Million Canadian dollars! Think Mississauga real estate is expensive? Think again! This entry was posted on
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2014 and is filed
If you have been on the fence about buying a condo in Mississauga for the last little while, this might compel you to purchase a condo. Last week the Bank of Montreal brought back their 2.99% 5 year fixed mortgage rate. Originally, this same rate was offered last year and it only lasted about three months. Afterwards, the 5 year fixed rate slowly creeped up to about 3.5%.
What does this mean for the average consumer looking to buy a condo in Mississauga? For someone looking to buy a $300,000 condo with a 10% ($30,000) downpayment, the difference between getting a rate of 2.99% over 3.5%, could mean saving around $70 a month. Now that may not seem like a lot, but over a 5 year term, those savings would add up to $4,200.
What is good to know, is that you DO NOT have to necessarily go through BMO in order to take advantage of this promotion. Some of our clients recently got similar offers with TD and CIBC.
If you are considering buying a property in the near future, I would recommend contacting us in order to "lock-in" this special rate of 2.99%. Once pre-approved our clients can hold this rate for about 3 months. This entry was posted on
Sunday, April 27th, 2014 and is filed
No New Condo Projects Being Launched
In 2012/2013, there were 5 condo projects in downtown Mississauga which were launched; PSV 1 and PSV 2, Pinnacle Uptown 1 and 2 and Pinnacle Grand Park. Since the market has been healthy and steadily going up, builders are watching the market in order to see how the market will unfold for the rest of the year, and therefore, no new launches have been planned for this year in the Square One Area. However, the five projects mentioned above still have some inventory left over. For those projects with fast approaching occupancy dates, there are currently some great deals and promotions being offered to us. We have a close partnership with PSV and Pinnacle and would love to offer our clients all the perks of condo ownership, along with great offers.
Pro tip for buyers – If you are still looking to purchase a PSV or Pinnacle condo, now is your chance to get great deals and promotions through us. Contact us for more info!
Rent Prices Are Rising
Over the last two years, rent prices have steadily gone up. Two years ago it was possible to find a one bedroom condo in the City Centre Area for $1250/month, and a two bedroom condo would typically start at $1500/month. This year, a one bedroom will go for $1300/month, while a two bedroom would start at $1600/month. There is also a huge increase in demand for 2 bedroom condo units. They are very popular, yet inventory has been very low. It is not surprising that 2 bedrooms, especially units that are well maintained, nicely painted and competitively priced will lease out within 5 days of being on the market. 1 + den condos are also very sought after, especially if the den is a larger space, or if it comes with a door and can be used as a second bedroom. Since inventory has been low and demand has been high, it is not uncommon for landlords to raise rent on tenants and it comes as no surprise that rent will only keep increasing.
Less Inventory For Sale
On average, Mississauga condos still sell for roughly 98-99% of asking price, and the average days that a condo sits on the market hovers around 32. It is common for nice, well maintained units to sell within a week of hitting the market. The ones that end up sitting on the market for awhile are usually overpriced, and/or not so visually appealing. Some of our buyers lucked out this year, as they were introduced to nice properties before they even had a chance to hit the market.
Pro tip for buyers – if you want to have access to units before they hit the market, then make sure to work with us, since we have this option!
Buyer Expectations Are Up
In 2014, the average condo buyer is a lot more educated, as compared to a buyer a decade ago in 2004. The internet has contributed a lot to this fact. Buyers will check reviews online, before they settle on a building. Buyers also like to read what each condo has to offer. Years ago, buyers moved to be closer to the job, to schools, to grandparents, or to be in good areas. Although, a good location is important, buyers looking to invest in downtown Mississauga already have that advantage. Many of them will spend the extra 10 minutes to drive to work, as long as they find a condo which suits their lifestyle and their needs. The 2014 condo shopper is looking to invest in a lifestyle, and what that lifestyle has to offer. Some features on their list of must haves are:
– security
– visitor parking
– gym
– party room
– pool
Buyers also have high expectations for what is being offered inside the unit. Most buyers want units that have stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, hardwood throughout, floor to ceiling windows and a nice view.
Pro tip for sellers - Having a non-painted or non staged unit in this busy market really puts your unit at a disadvantage. If you want to ensure that your unit really sticks out from the rest, get in touch with us and we can get your condo sold! We offer great marketing and free staging! This entry was posted on
Sunday, March 16th, 2014 and is filed
Comparing 2012 to 2011
Over the past two weeks I have been contacted at least six times by clients asking me about the condition and stability of the Mississauga condo real estate market. Keeping that in mind, and given the time of the year, I felt it would be appropriate to give my readers another focused market watch update. Although the official sales data from TREB will not be out until mid to late January, I can already use the tools at my disposal, and come up with some real estate sales data for the past year. I decided to conduct three case studies of historical sales data of downtown Mississauga condos by comparing 2011's sales figures to 2012's sales figures.
1st Case Study – 2 bedrooms SOLD
Criteria: newer (0-5 years), 2 bedroom condos sold in the Square One area (City Center) between Jan 1st to Dec 15th of 2011 and Jan 1st to Dec 15th of 2012.
Units Sold: 203
Average Listing price: $338,027
Average Selling Price: $329,877
Average days on market: 33
Units Sold: 207 (up by 2%)
Average Listing price: $348,882 (up by 3%)
Average Selling Price: $339,945 (up by 3%)
Average days on market: 36 (down by 9%)
2rd Case Study – 1 + dens SOLD
Criteria: newer (0-5 years), 1+den condos sold in the Square One area (City Center) between Jan 1st to Dec 15th of 2011 and Jan 1st to Dec 15th of 2012.
Units Sold: 171
Average Listing price: $268,428
Average Selling Price: $262,065
Average days on market: 27
Units Sold: 105 (down by 63%)
Average Listing price: $280,524 (up by 4.5%)
Average Selling Price: $273,664 (up by 4%)
Average days on market: 30 (down by 11%)
3rd case Study – 1 + dens LEASED
Criteria: newer (0-5 years), 1+den condos leased in the Square One area (City Center) between Jan 1st to Dec 15th of 2011 and Jan 1st to Dec 15th of 2012.
Units Leased: 206
Average Listing price: $1,430
Average Leased Price: $1,413
Average days on market: 22
Units Leased: 147 (down by 40%)
Average Listing price: $1,506 (up by 5%)
Average Leased Price: $1,488 (up by 5%)
Average days on market: 20 (up by 10%)
Analysis Of This Data
There is no question that the real estate market in Mississauga has definitely slowed down a bit. There are less available listings, less properties being sold and the properties that are selling are taking a longer time to sell. However, prices for both condos for sale and condos for lease are still going up on average between 3-5% per year. What does this mean if you are a buyer, seller or tenant?
Buyers: You are in a good position to buy. Multiple offers are less common now, as they were at the beginning of 2012. Take your time and shop around.
Sellers:You will have to be more patient as properties are taking a longer time to sell. This should not be a discouragement as prices are still going up. It's imperative that you price your property to sell, instead of being known as the "overpriced property on the market".
Renters: I bet you are getting sick of the rising renting costs. Stop making your landlord rich, and go ahead and buy your own condo. This can be done with as little as 5% down!
Predictions for 2013
After taking many, many, many variables into my own equation, I came up with this prediction for the Mississauga Condo real estate market for 2013.
Mortgage rates = will be unchanged (or maybe 0.25% up)
Available properties for sale = will be less than 2012 – 10-15% drop
Purchase Prices = will be up conservatively by 1-3%
Rent Prices = will be up conservatively by 1-3%
Strongest Demand = 2 bedroom/2bathrooms newer condos and secondary parking spots
What do you think? Agree? Disagree? Let me know what you think! This entry was posted on
Sunday, December 30th, 2012 and is filed
As we are well into the 3rd quarter of 2012, I felt it would be appropriate to give our readers a real estate market update for Mississauga. There is a lot of "buzz" over the internet and different media outlets portraying various real estate predictions, overwhelming the average consumer. This makes it difficult to choose a side, as everyone seems to have a different opinion on this topic.
In this blog post, I will share my interpretation of the latest Market Watch for July 2012 and what implications it may have for Mississauga condos.
GTA As A Whole – Despite what media outlets say, real estate prices in the GTA (Greater Toronto Area) were actually up by 4% from July 2011. The average price is now at $476,947. The number of real estate transactions has declined by 1.5%, while the average property took 26 days to sell (the same amount of time as last year). I would argue that the 4% incline in prices is still a solid indicator that we are in a healthy real estate market.
Number Of Square One Condo Sales – The number of transactions in the 905 area code (which includes Mississauga) has actually dropped by 2% compared to (the same time) last year. This number is no surprise to me, as I indicated in the beginning of this year, that we are in a seller's market. Well priced condos around Square One are known to sell under a week. However, as we are now past the traditional "peak real estate season" of the year, I do see this trend shifting and being more balanced out and even possibly favoring buyers.
Average Selling Price Of A Square One Condo – The average selling price of a condo in the 905 area code was up by 1% in July 2012 from July 2011. This modest incline was lower than some of the previous years on record, where we have seen 4-7% price jumps. However, the Mississauga condo market continues to outperform Toronto's condo market, which experienced a 1% decline in prices during the same time. I do see Square One condos appreciating 1-3% per year as we approach 2013.
Conclusion – No one can predict for certain what is going to happen, but based on these statistics it appears to me that we are in healthy shape. Prices are modestly going up (almost in line with inflation which is rated between 2-3%) and now the market appears to be balanced between buyers and sellers.
As a Realtor who is passionate about condos, (I follow 25+ national and international condo blogs) let me reassure you that the market conditions are very sour in most places outside of the GTA. Condo prices in some cities in the US have dropped by 40% since the 2008 recession. We here in Canada, and more specifically Mississauga, are fortunate enough to have tight lending policies and a strong economy which prevents a US style real estate market crash. This entry was posted on
Thursday, August 16th, 2012 and is filed
It seems like the discussion over rising interest rates and tightening lending practices is once again in the spotlight of the media. This time, the government has decided to keep interest rates the same but instead they changed the maximum amortization period for a mortgage with less than 20% down payment . The amortization period, often referred to as the "payback period" has been reduced from 30 years to 25. This change was brought in by effort to combat high consumer debt. The philosophy behind this change is that by reducing the maximum allowed pay back time, the home owner will be required to pay higher monthly payments and in turn build equity in their homes faster. Under the previous 30 year maximum amortization period, monthly mortgage payments were more spread out, thus the borrower ended up paying less principle off each month, and eventually paid a greater sum of money by the time the term was over. According to CBC news this change in minimal amortization periods may result in a home owner paying around $170 per month extra. The new changes will take effect on July 9th 2012.
How does this affect the Mississauga condo real estate market?
– Condo owners will see their properties become paid off faster.
– More people will look into buying condos in Mississauga since affording a house in Mississauga is going to be even more expensive.
– Rental demand might go up since less people will become qualified to buy a home.
– The change does not affect you, if you are putting 20% or more down as a down payment.
– Some first-time home buyers will need to hold off with buying and instead continue to save for a greater down payment in order to offset higher monthly mortgage payments.
– Investors with less than 20% down, might have more trouble finding a positive cash flow property, as monthly payments are now greater.
What I noticed is that there are very mixed views about these new mortgage rule changes. What do you think about the new mortgage rules affecting the Canadian real estate? We want to hear your opinion. This entry was posted on
Friday, June 22nd, 2012 and is filed
With new condo sale records broken once again this year, Mississauga is once again in the spotlight of many who seek a good return on their real estate investment. According to a report by the Toronto Real Estate Board, Mississauga condos experienced a healthy 7.21% price increase from February 2011 to February 2012.
This is more than double of the 3.31% price increase found in Toronto, between February 2011 and February 2012. Not surprisingly, condos in the Mississauga area are considered more affordable with the average price at $241,900 as compared to Toronto; where prices on average hovered around the $320,000 mark.
In this blog post I hope to share some of my personal client experiences, and how investors; both local and distant are choosing Mississauga condos as their number one real estate investments in 2012.
Local Investors
I will start off with the local people who invest in Mississauga. By local I mean anyone from the GTA (Toronto, North York, Oakville, Hamilton and of course those already living in Mississauga). Most of these clients witnessed the start of the Mississauga condo boom which commenced roughly in 2004. They have seen one condo building being constructed after another, and over a period of less than 8 years the Mississauga skyline has evolved beyond their recognition. After hearing countless stories of friends and family, who bought property and seen it rise in price over a short period of time, it only made sense for many of the local investors to get involved. This could explain the sharp increase of 7.21% over a short time period of one year. In addition, they recognize Mississauga as a young city with plenty of real estate investment opportunities and room to grow.
Most of my local investing clients are word of mouth referrals. Once they contact me, I met with them in person, go over their specific needs and begin working on their file. Some of them are only interested in pre-construction condos and others prefer to go with resale condos. The majority of these clients are familiar with such aspects as local property taxes, condo maintenance fees and mortgage conditions. Interesting enough, Toronto downtown condos almost always get brought up during my face to face meetings with local investors and more often than not, my clients share similar views as myself, regarding investing in Toronto condos.
Once we decide on which condo would make the most sense from an investment perspective, I provide my local clients with the number breakdown of how much return on investment they should expect to make. From there we together make a decision which condo property would be the best investment for their needs.
International Investors
My clients who are overseas investors (From Dubai, India and different parts of the Middle East and Europe), have very similar stories on why they have decided to invest in Mississauga condos. Most of them, never heard of Mississauga prior to being interested in investing in real estate. However, they did hear of the ever so popular Toronto condo market and how many profited huge amounts of money in a very short period of time. Upon further investigation into the Toronto condo market, the overseas investors soon realize that these condos are by no means cheap. The second dilemma that they are faced with is the size of the condos that are in question. Toronto condos are known to be very compact and sometimes referred to as "shoe box" size. Both the price and the size of the Toronto condos, gets many of the overseas investors worried and thus they begin to seek alternative options. They soon discover the city of Mississauga, which is less than 20 Km away and offers one of the most prosperous condo markets in the country. After doing some basic research about Mississauga, they find that the city is clean, debt-free and still in the process of growing. This could also be a factor of why the 7.21% healthy increase has occurred in Mississauga as compared to Toronto. Seeing as how, foreign investors see it better fit to invest in Mississauga condos than Toronto condos.
Right now, I would say that half of my international investors are referrals and the other half found me over the internet. Given the vast distances between us, some of my international clients who purchased pre-construction condos through me, I have never met in person, but stayed in tight contact with them over the phone and via e-mail.
What does the condo real estate market look like for Mississauga in 2012? My predictions lead me to believe that we will continue to see the same 3-7% rise in condo prices that we have seen in the past decade. Both local and international investors see Mississauga as a great opportunity to capitalize. Any active real estate agent in Mississauga will agree that it is difficult to find good condo properties, that are reasonably priced and that do not sell within 10 days. This entry was posted on
Tuesday, March 27th, 2012 and is filed
It's all over the news! As we say goodbye to 2011 and enter a new year, we once again hear the debates about the Canadian real estate market. The news are speculating that 2012, with too many building constructions going on within the GTA and putting the buyer in the driver seat, the market will go soft; stating that there are too many condos and not enough people buying (CTV news- CEOs sound alarm over Toronto, Vancouver condo markets ). Other sources such as CMHC, predict stable market conditions with the national average of a house hovering around the $368,900 benchmark.
Despite all this, as I stated in my previous article, there is no shortage of buyers for Square One condos. Properties are disappearing fast from the market and are being sold to distant buyers. Just last week alone, two of my buyers where both in a multiple offer situation and both were forced to pay over the asking price for the unit they wanted. I discussed this phenomenon with my colleagues and they shared similar encounters. Seeing multiple offers in the first 2 months of the year is uncommon, as it's generally seen as the slow real estate season.
Mississauga's condo market is still a baby compared to other places like Toronto and Vancouver. Over the next 15 years there will be over 20 new condominiums constructed. The question that is often raised is whether or not there will be an oversupply of condos in the market which can in turn perpetuate a real estate crash.
Is this a real estate bubble waiting to burst or a great investment opportunity?
My prediction, and of course this is only my personal opinion, leads me to believe that there will be no real estate crash in Mississauga anytime soon. My reasoning is based on the following key points.
1. Interest Rates are Low – For the past few years interest rates have been at historical lows. Many condo owners took advantage of this by selecting extremely low variable interest rates. Also, a few weeks back BMO and a few other banks introduced an all time low 5 year fixed rate at 2.99%. By no means am I a mortgage broker or interest rate expert, but for me this signifies that interest rates will probably continue to stay low for the next little while. Having low interest rates, means the cost of borrowing is cheap; hence people can afford to buy real estate.
2. Tight Lending Practices – Unlike our US counterpart, the Canadian banking system is a lot more strict and conservative. In order to qualify for a mortgage, a person has to prove his income in various ways by providing T4's and bank statements.
3. Most Eeal Estate Predictions are US Based – Most speculations of any type of real estate crash are US based. As stated above, Canada has much tighter lending practices in place, which would prevent a real estate collapse like the one that occurred in 2008 in the United States.
4. Rent in Mississauga is Not Cheap – Rent prices for a newer one bedroom condo in downtown Mississauga starts at about $1,300 per month. The demand for vacant condo units is high and anything that is rented slightly below market value disappears off the market the same day!
5. Real Estate is Local – Just because Vancouver condo prices might dip does that automatically mean the Mississauga real estate market will follow? Of course not. Mississauga has been seen as one of the fastest growing cities in Canada over the past few years; providing a lot of jobs, a stable economy and steady growth.
6. People Love this City! There are more people who move to Mississauga than move out of Mississauga. People from different parts of Ontario (and other parts of the world) are amazed with the well planned out infrastructure and architectural design of Mississauga. I am having prospected clients from distant places contact me with inquires into purchasing a condo unit for investment purposes.
This is not to say a real estate crash is completely out of the question. As other real estate professionals, such as Andrew La Fleur pointed out; the only way a possible Mississauga real estate crash might occur is if we see:
1. Rapid rise in interest rates – Interest rates would have to almost double in 1-2 years.
2. A major economic catastrophe – An example on a global scale would be the US going into a very deep depression
In conclusion, indicators suggest that the chances of a Mississauga real estate market crash happening anytime soon are rather slim. Low interest rates, tight lending practices and other key factors all contribute to a steady 4-7% per annum real estate growth as seen in the last decade.
Questions or comments? Please contact me. This entry was posted on
Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 and is filed
BMO, announced yesterday they will be dropping their five-year fixed mortgage rate to 2.99 per cent. This is the lowest rate ever offered by a chartered bank in Canada. Other banks are expected to follow.
Economists speculate that the reason being this sudden interest rate drop is due to international investments into Canadian bonds.
This, of course, is great news for those looking into buying a condo in Mississauga. Perhaps we might even have an early jump-start to the real estate market for 2012. This entry was posted on
Monday, January 16th, 2012 and is filed
For those who have been following interest rates for the past few months, it comes as no surprise that the Bank of Canada announced that there will be no changes to its overnight rate.
Despite the fact that Canada's economy is performing better than most analysts expected, there are still worries about the instabilities in Europe, the weak U.S. economy and decelerated growth in China. The Canadian economy is expanding at a rate of 3.5 per cent on an annual basis.
What does all this mean for Mississauga condo buyers and sellers?
Buyers: It is a great time to take advantage of the low interest rates and lock into a 5 year fixed rate.
Sellers: For those looking to sell, consider the fact that it is easier to find qualified buyers while interest rates are still low. This entry was posted on
Tuesday, December 6th, 2011 and is filed


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We went 1-2-1 last week, with losses coming on Carolina and Indy, both of which were the wrong sides, but the games were full of bad calls and junk plays. Not much to look into there aside from two of the bigger gaffes in recent memory, covered in detail here.
Let's take a look at the conference title games.
Patriots +4.5 at Broncos
The Manning-Brady face-off will get most of the press, but one of them is wielding an elephant gun, while the other has a slingshot. Demaryius Thomas, Eric Decker, Julius Thomas and Wes Welker would all easily be top targets on the Pats while Julian Edelman and Danny Amendola would fight with Andre Caldwell to see the field on the Broncos. Neither defense is especially good, though each has one top cover corner. And while the Pats have become an effective running team, Denver is competent at stopping the run, allo
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Neil Peart's latest post, "Science Island" where he covers his soulscape in The Laurentian Mountains of Quebec, rhythmic stamina, rowing and a recent visit to one of the most important places in his life – Le Studio. Read it here: http://www.neilpeart.net/index.php?cID=274
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Super 8 Motel - Alton
Super 8 Alton hotel lets you make the most of your time on the road. Located on Illinois Highway 3 close to Route 67 and Interstates 55 and 270, our Alton, Illinois, hotel is just 30 miles from downtown St. Louis and convenient to popular area attractions, including the Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Byway.
CITY: Alton
Jackson House - Alton
Jackson House offers a Victorian elegance in the main house, or secluded luxury in a guest house. Sink into a king-sized bed in the spacious master bedroom or snuggle under a quilt in the atmospheric Fireplace room. After slumbering in the loft of The Barn, enjoy the woodland landscape while lounging on the enclosed porch. In The Cave, a cozy earth house, you might bask in the glow of the fireplace, or in the summer, relax on the romantic patio.
CITY: Alton
Holiday Inn - Alton
If you're searching for full-service hotels in Alton, IL, look no further. In addition to state-of-the-art event facilities, we have a large atrium with comfortable seating to encourage conversation. We also have added all new 32" flat screen tv's in all guest rooms. Located at the intersection of Route 140 and Route 3, and within minutes of I-255 , I-270, and the Amtrak Station, this hotel boasts unparalleled amenities and the friendliest staff, as well as ideal proximity to downtown Alton. Amenities include free Wi-fi, sauna, whirlpool, on-site guest self-laundry, fitness center and a business center. There is also a full service restaurant and two lounges on-site.
CITY: Alton
Comfort Inn - Alton
From the moment you arrive at Comfort Inn, we want you to relax and feel at home. Our helpful staff is here to welcome you, and you'll find everything to suit your needs, including clean, comfortable, and well-appointed rooms with cozy beds. A free deluxe continental breakfast, indoor heated pool, and fitness center. We also offer free high-speed Internet access. Feel at ease knowing that your satisfaction is important to us!
CITY: Alton
Best Western Plus Parkway Hotel
Perfect for business or pleasure and conveniently located with easy access to key area attractions, restaurants and businesses.The friendly staff is ready to ensure a comfortable and memorable stay. Numerous perks include a complimentary full breakfast, an exercise facility, laundromat, free high speed internet, cable or satellite TV, a meeting room and much more. Make a reservation today and save at this Alton hotel!
CITY: Alton
Apple River Canyon State Park
Apple River Canyon State Park is in the hilly northwest corner of Illinois in Jo Daviess County near the Wisconsin border. Limestone bluffs, deep ravines, springs, streams and wildlife characterize this area. Once a part of a vast sea bottom that stretched from the Alleghenies to the Rockies, the scenic canyon area was formed by the action of the winding waters of the Apple River. The park offers hiking, day use, camping and fishing, plus Millville, a National Historic Register site.
CITY: Apple River
Peaceful Pines
A charming cottage on 19 acres. Adjacent to Apple River Canyon State Park. Fishing, golf, shopping at your fingertips. Paradise for the birder, artist or author. Full kitchen, pet-friendly and quiet.
CITY: Apple River
Best Western Plus Green Mill Village Hotel & Suites
Beautiful brand new hotel and conference center that has 68 rooms and suites available and features over 4,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space. Indoor pool, deluxe fitness center and easy on and off access to I-57. Located at 917 Green Mill Rd.
CITY: Arcola
Comfort Inn Arcola
This two-story hotel with 41 rooms is conveniently located off Interstate 57, just 15 miles from Lake Shelbyville. The facility also is close to area attractions including Tuscola Outlet Mall, Rockome Gardens, and the Amish community.
CITY: Arcola
Arcola Inn
30 rooms, restaurants located on either side of the hotel.
CITY: Arcola
Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park
The Hennepin Canal State Park, a 104-mile linear park, is a rustic, historic, educational, and recreational jewel spanning five counties and includes the entire width of Henry County with access points in Annawan, Atkinson, Geneseo, and Colona. It offers an up-close look at a fascinating piece of transportation history. It is popular with bicyclists who ride from town to town exploring the history, dining, lodging, and entertainment possibilities as they travel. The canal multi-purpose recreational trail is a portion of the American Discovery Trail, a 6,800-mile coast-to-coast trail devoted to non-motorized use. It is also part of the Grand Illinois Trail, a 535-mile loop through northern Illinois. The tree-lined park is a refuge with prairie restorations and wetlands slicing through corn and soybean farmland. Home to diverse flora and fauna, it has become a favorite for bird watchers and prairie enthusiasts. It offers numerous year-round opportunities to boat, hike, bike, fish, ride horseback, snowmobile, ice skate, and cross-country ski. Explore Henry County's jewel – the Hennepin Canal. In wintertime experience the longest snowmobile trail in the state -- 91 miles on the tow path. You can use the ice at your own risk, but pay heed to the locks, bridges and culverts where the ice likely is thinner than the rest of the canal. Bring your blades, skating along the canal is free! Keep in mind the rule is there must be 4" of snow and 6" of frost on canal for route to be open. Call the Visitor Center for automated message.
CITY: Atkinson
Phillips Park
Located on over 325 acres including a 28-acre fishing lake with a one-mile multiple use trail and a restored prairie grass development. The remains of the extinct elephant-like mastodon were found in this lake in the 1930s. Attractions include a life-size sculpture of a mastodon at the Mastodon Gallery, the gorgeous Sunken Garden, an 18-hole golf course and driving range, a zoo, war memorials, a winter recreation area and a 8,000-square-foot BMX & Skate Park.
CITY: Aurora
Super 8 Motel - Beardstown
2-story facility. Indoor pool. Handicap accessible and pet friendly.
CITY: Beardstown
Budget Inn - Beardstown
Facility is one story with all outside entrances. 20 rooms available. Pet friendly.
CITY: Beardstown
America's Best Value Inn - Belvidere
Welcome to the Americas Best Value Inn of Belvidere, IL. We are located in north central Illinois, approximately 75 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and 12 miles east of Rockford. Our newly renovated exterior access facility offers 44 guest rooms and 2 efficiencies. All guest rooms and efficiencies are furnished with complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, cable TV, complimentary local calls, and wake-up service. Our efficiencies also feature a kitchenette with a stove. For your convenience, we offer fax and copy service at our 24-hour front desk and complimentary wireless Internet access in our 24-hour lobby. Take a moment to enjoy our complimentary continental breakfast served every morning and our picnic area. Come experience the value of staying at Americas Best Value Inn Belvidere/Rockford.
CITY: Belvidere
Quality Inn Bolingbrook
An upscale limited service property. Free high speed internet in all rooms, free enhanced continental breakfast, lobby business center and a variety of room types including whirlpool & fireplace suites.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Aloft Bolingbrook
Aloft Bolingbrook is a sassy, savvy, hip, trendy hotel located at The Promenade Bolingbrook. Mix & mingle with friends at the WXYZ lounge, stay and play at our indoor pool or fitness center, and breeze into an Aloft room featuring custom amenities.
CITY: Bolingbrook
Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites
Please come enjoy our hospitality and Stay Smart breakfast buffet. The hotel meeting rooms can accommodate up to 100 people. Additionally, there are many restaurants within walking distance and the Northfield Square Mall is next door for any shopping needs. We are a pet friendly with a refundable deposit. Stay Smart at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites in Bourbonnais where you can Stay Smart in the Kankakee, Bradley, Bourbonnais area.
CITY: Bourbonnais
Motel 6 - Bridgeview
Newly Renovated Hotel! Offers complimentary breakfast, wireless internet, business center, fitness center, local calls, and USA Today newspaper to all guests! Call now and book your stay!
CITY: Bridgeview
M Star - Calumet Park
91 Rooms, 40+ television channels, within 15 minutes of downtown Chicago. Located at the last lodging exit before downtown.
CITY: Calumet Park
Magnuson Hotel-Calumet Park
85 luxurious rooms- meeting space for 75 - complimentary continental breakfast - pool and spa - 15 minutes to downtown Chicago and major attractions. E-Z expressway access and rapid transit to downtown. Last lodging exit to Downtown Chicago.
CITY: Calumet Park
Historic Town Square & Downtown Carbondale
Twenty-five historic buildings ring Carbondale's nostalgic Town Square. When Daniel Harmon Brush, Carbondale's founding father, filed the original 56-acre plat of Carbondale in 1852, almost 10 acres were left open in the center of town. Today you can shop charming locally owned boutiques here, ranging from bike shops to furniture stores.
CITY: Carbondale
Devil's Kitchen Lake
This 810 acre lake with a maximum depth of 90 feet and a 24-mile shoreline is part of the Crab Orchard Refuge. It is stocked with rainbow and brown trout and provides largemouth bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie, channel catfish, bullheads, and carp. Boat ramps are available. Boats have a 10-horsepower limit. Camping is available.
CITY: Carbondale
Little Grassy Lake
Little Grassy Lake Campground and Marina is located on Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and is a destination stop for returning campers, boaters, and sportsmen. They offer full service camping, primitive camping, boat rentals, concessions, and a bait shop. Reservations accepted to reserve boats and campsites. Pontoon boats, fishing boats, and kayaks can be rented. You don't want to pass up the opportunities to explore the thirty miles of shoreline and embrace the solitude you will find on the lake. The 1200 acre lake is stocked with catfish, crappie, and bass, and offers plentiful oppourtunities for fishing, paddling, boating, and wildlife observation. Amenities include waterfront camping sites, remodeled bathrooms with hot showers, dump station, swimming, pets allowed, monthly educational programs and a renovated concession/bait shop which is stocked with minnows, crickets, camping supplies, cold beverages, food items, ice cream, firewood and ice.
CITY: Carbondale
Charlotte West Stadium
Charlotte West is a Stadium built for champions. During its eight years of existance, the stadium has played host to three MVC Softball Championship and one NCAA Regional Championship. The SIU Softball Team alone is nationally ranked and an overall treat to watch. Not to mention the Stadium itself is recognized as being the best collegiate Softball Stadium in the Missouri Valley Conference.
CITY: Carbondale
America's Best Value Inn
Located in the heart of Carbondale. Minutes away from Southern Illinois University Campus, Carbondale City Hall/Civic Center, John A. Logan College, shopping and restaurants. 10 minutes from the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds.
CITY: Carbondale
Carlin Villa Motel
Home style charm in a country setting with high standards of the hotel industry. Located in historic Carlinville. Tanning beds, game room and voicemail are among the many amenities. Indoor pool!
CITY: Carlinville
Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days
The 26th Annual Southern Illinois Hunting and Fishing Days will be held at John A Logan College. It is the largest celebration of Hunting and Fishing Day in the country. This 200+ vendor show offers something for the whole family. Bass Fishing and Crappie seminars, catfish contest, Goose calling contests, Dock Dogs competitions, retriever demonstrations and a kids fishing hole are just a few of the activities throughout the weekend.
CITY: Carterville
Cannon Park Community Market
Cannon Park Community Market is a producer-only market that features many of the Southern Illinois region's farmers, growers, and artisans. Wednesdays from 3-7pm at the Carterville Community Center in Cannon Park, the market provides the Tri-C area with fresh local foods, artisan crafts, and family-friendly activities.
CITY: Carterville
Days Inn & Suites - Casey
A beautiful wooded country setting, within walking distance to several restaurants. Outdoor pool.
CITY: Casey
America's Best Inn & Suites
83 room hotel that is handicap accessible, credit cards accepted, cable television, outdoor pool, pets accepted, restaurant within walking distance, complimentary breakfast.
CITY: Caseyville
Wingate Inn by Wyndham
Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, the Wingate by Wyndham makes your trip easier! Centrally located off Interstate 74. Complimentary hot continental breakfast!
CITY: Champaign
Residence Inn by Marriott Champaign-Urbana
The new Residence Inn by Marriott® Champaign is located just off I-74 and just minutes from the University of Illinois. Our residential-style hotel offers boutique inspired elegance in the heart of Champaign-Urbana. The spacious suites feature separate sleeping and living areas, a fully-equipped kitchen with refrigerator, and 37-inch HD flat panel televisions. Our luxury bedding includes crisp linens, comfy mattresses, custom comforters, and fluffy pillows, guaranteeing a blissful nights rest. Upon waking, join us in the Gatehouse for a complimentary, full-American breakfast buffet offering hot and cold favorites. Business and extended stay travelers will appreciate complimentary wired, wireless Internet access and dual-line phone system. Whether you are here to work or play, the Residence Inn by Marriott® Champaign warmly invites you to make yourself at home.
CITY: Champaign
Baymont Inn & Suites
At the Baymont Inn & Suites you'll enjoy a relaxing stay with our luxurious pillow-top mattresses, hot breakfast, and complimentary amenities. Our friendly staff is waiting to show you what Baymont's signature brand of Hometown Hospitality is all about.
CITY: Champaign
Super 8 Motel - Champaign
61 guest rooms, suites, pets allowed. Free HBO, and just across the street from Macy's & Market Place Mall.
CITY: Champaign
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham welcomes you to C-U! Featuring 198 suites, ample parking, complimentary hot breakfast buffet & convenient location to the University of Illinois Campus & downtown Champaign, Hawthorn Suites is the perfect spot for your leisure or business visit.
CITY: Champaign
Super 8 - Chenoa
The Chenoa Super 8 is conveniently located just off I-55 at exit 187, Rt 24. The hotel is just 20 minutes from Bloomington-Normal. The small town hospitality and friendly service is always available to serve your needs after a busy day of travel. The Chenoa Super 8 provides a complimentary SuperStart breakfast, free local calls, free high speed internet and pets are welcome. The rooms feature 27 inch TVs with extended cable and free HBO. Micro-fridges are available in some rooms. Try one of the Jacuzzi Suites for a relaxing stay.
CITY: Chenoa
The Drake Hotel
The Drake is a cityscape landmark and has been a symbol of white glove elegance for eighty years. The pride of all Chicagoans, it has been the first choice of celebrities and Heads of State since its opening in 1920. Scenes from several movies were filmed at The Drake Hotel including Risky Business, My Best Friend's Wedding, What Women Want, Continental Divide, Flags of Our Fathers and Wicker Park were filmed at the hotel.
CITY: Chicago
LaQuinta Inn and Suites Chicago Downtown
The 250 room, nine-story La Quinta Inn and Suites will have two meeting rooms, a business center, onsite guest laundry facility, an indoor heared swimming pool with spa, exercise room, complimentary breakfast and free high speed internet access.
CITY: Chicago
The James Hotel
297 rooms. 106 suites. Seven meeting rooms. 200 nonsmoking rooms. One restaurant - David Burke's Primehouse. The Spa. 24-hour room service and concierge service. The second in a dynamic new line of hotels that Travel & Leisure named "America's sexiest." James fuses modern American comfort, service and style with state of the art technology. A multiregional Italian restaurant, JBar and The Gym, our signature fitness center, are highlights. Located at Rush & Ontario at the center of the Magnificent Mile and gateway to River North.
CITY: Chicago
Avenue Crowne Plaza Hotel and Suites
Located just steps from Michigan Avenue, this hotel is close to Magnificent Mile shopping, Navy Pier and Oak Street Beach. The oversized rooms have a residential feel, and the hotel features designated Quiet Floors, plus a seasonal rooftop pool and patio.
CITY: Chicago
Mercury, Chicago's Skyline Cruiseline
Mercury, Chicago's Skyline Cruiseline offers 90-minute tours for the whole family that include lake and river cruises, fireworks cruises, canine cruises and night cruises all departing from the landscaped dock on Chicago's Riverwalk at the Michigan Avenue Bridge. Cruising season May - October.
CITY: Chicago
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport
Only hotel located on the grounds of O'Hare International Airport
CITY: Chicago
Hotel Monaco
Overlooking the Chicago River, this stylin' hotel is within walking distance of the Magnificent Mile, State Street shopping and Millennium Park. Hotel Monaco is extremely pet friendly, with no fees or size restrictions for your furry friend.
CITY: Chicago
Howard Johnson Inn
Affordable comfort in the heart of downtown Chicago. 71 rooms, two floors, interior corridor, 13 suites with wet bar, refrigerator, microwave, electronic locks, safety deposit boxes. Walking distance to shopping, cultural events, and business centers.
CITY: Chicago
InterContinental Chicago
The Hotel InterContinental Chicago is located directly on Michigan Avenue near Chicago's finest attractions. Guests of the hotel will be impressed with the original historic design combined with upgraded guest rooms. Be sure to ask about the American Girl Package consisting of complimentary specialty breakfast for two girls, themed turn down service for doll and child's bed, fresh cookies and milk each night and a Princess tiara.
CITY: Chicago
Hotel Burnham
Originally designed by legendary Chicago architect Daniel Burnham as an office building, this hotel is a beautifully restored architectural landmark. Hotel Burnham is just steps away from State Street shopping, Loop theaters, Millennium Park and The Art Institute of Chicago. The hotel's acclaimed Atwood Café puts a modern twist on comfort food.122-room luxury historic hotel with 19th century detailing in deep mahogany, frosted Tiffany glass, Terrazzo mosaic tiling, and a wrought iron and marble staircase. Guestrooms are appointed in warm tones of burgundy, gold and cobalt blue with canopy beds.
CITY: Chicago
Carlton Inn Midway
For business or leisure, Carlton Inn Midway offers the amenities and services of home or office. Located 1.8 miles from Midway Airport.
CITY: Chicago
Hard Rock Hotel Chicago
381 rooms. 14 suites. 305 non-smoking rooms. 9 meeting/conference rooms. 2 restaurants. On-site health club. Room service. Special amenities include CD/DVD player in room, complimentary CD, hair dryer.
CITY: Chicago
Hotel Indigo Chicago Gold Coast
This fanciful boutique hotel is located in the upscale Gold Coast neighborhood. Walk to shops on Oak Street and North Michigan Avenue, or head to Oak Street Beach. Have a glass of wine and casual fare at the hotel's Phi Lounge or check out the many Rush Street restaurants nearby.
CITY: Chicago
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago-Downtown
221 suites. On-site health club. Complimentary breakfast buffet every day. Two blocks from Water Tower Place and John Hancock Observatory and one block from Oak Street beach.
CITY: Chicago
Residence Inn Chicago Downtown River North
270 rooms. All suites. Valet. Business center. Exercise Facilities. Indoor pool. Complimentary breakfast. Located in the heart of the River North area on Dearborn between Hubbard and Kinzie Sts.
CITY: Chicago
Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel Chicago
334 total rooms, including 18 suites. Outdoor green space with gardens, pool and spa, running track and much more. Full service spa and indoor pool. Located in the heart of Downtown Chicago within touching distance of the financial district, Millennium Park, North Michigan Avenue, the Magnificent Mile shopping area and the Chicago lakefront, Navy pier and all of its attractions.
CITY: Chicago
Hotel Palomar Chicago
Opened in 2010, this River North hotel offers spacious guest rooms and suites that are pet-friendly (no fees or size restrictions). Check out the indoor pool, seasonal rooftop sundeck and the hotel's Sable Kitchen & Bar, serving New American cuisine.
CITY: Chicago
Aloft Chicago City Center
Urban cool accommodations, located in the heart of River North, Chicago's most exciting neighborhood for dining & nightlife. Blocks from the Magnificent Mile and many other Chicago top spots.
CITY: Chicago
Argent Restaurant & Raw Bar
Modern American cuisine in a "comfort chic" environment located at the dana hotel and spa. Outdoor dog-friendly patio; private dining; personalized service.
CITY: Chicago
Town and Country Motel
28 rooms, 18 rooms completely new. Enjoy a meal at Three Stars Family Restaurant.
CITY: Clinton
Sunset Inn & Suites
Hotel suites have five fantasy theme rooms including the Hearts Delight, Space Odyssey, Rain Forest, the Arabian, and the Roman Retreat. Indoor pool and fitness center are part of the Inn amenities.
CITY: Clinton
Wye Motel
Newly remodeled; rooms with kitchenettes; others with microwave and refrigerators; cable television, free HBO and free local calls.
CITY: Clinton
HalloWine at StarView Vineyards
Live music, wine tasting, nacho & chili bar & other goodies. Come dressed to impress in your best costume for a chance to win prizes. We'll be judging individual, couple & group costumes. Pets & children are invited too!
CITY: Cobden
Argyle Lake State Park
Find serenity at this beautiful 1700-acre wooded park situated along an old stagecoach route between Galena and Beardstown. Featuring 95-acre Argyle Lake, the park is home to countless beaver dams and more than 200 bird species and 5 miles of hiking and biking trails.
CITY: Colchester
Holiday Inn Express-Crestwood
The Holiday Inn Express, Crestwood, is conveniently located just south of Interstate 294 and surrounded by a variety of restaurants & shopping. We are located only a few miles from Midway Airport & close to downtown Chicago.
CITY: Crestwood
Holiday Inn Crystal Lake Conference Center
Situated in resort-like setting, the Holiday Inn is minutes from the historic Downtown Crystal Lake Main Street filled with shopes and restaurants for every taste. McHenry County's premier conference facility.
CITY: Crystal Lake
Super 8 - Danville
Get some much-needed rest at our Super 8 Danville hotel, conveniently located off Interstate 74 less than one mile from the Illinois / Indiana border. Our Danville, Illinois hotel near University of Illinois offers free Wi-Fi Internet access to help you stay connected, and free SuperStart continental breakfast so you can refuel for a busy day. Stretch out in one of our mini suites, and use your refrigerator or microwave to get a snack ready for a busy day. Kids 17 and under stay free when accompanied by an adult at our Danville, IL hotel. Smoke-free and pet-friendly rooms are available.
CITY: Danville
Kennekuk County Park
The 3000 acre park includes a seven mile backpack trail among its 15 miles of trail system. Boats and canoes are available for rental in season, and seven lakes are available for fishing. Hunting of pheasant, rabbit, squirrel, dove, waterfowl, goose, mushrooms, turkey, and deer is permitted (Illinois and Vermilion County Conservation District regulations apply).
CITY: Danville
America's Best Value Inn - Decatur
60 rooms, restaurant nearby, small meeting rooms, free movie channel, newly remodeled.
CITY: Decatur
Dwight Harvest Days
Downtown Dwight is the place to be for crafts, flea markets, carnival and kids games, downtown stage full of entertainment, car show, 5K run, parade and band competition are highlights of the weekend, attracting over 10,000 people each year! Sunday's parade is led by hundreds of basset hounds and their owners from around the world.
CITY: Dwight
Guardian Angel Bassett Bash & Waddle
Join in for two days of fun, friends and fundraising to help our favorite four-legged friends. This event, held at the Guardian Angel Basset Rescue Park in Dwight, will raise money for the Guardian Angel Basset Rescue to help Basset Hounds in need of a home. The 'Largest Basset gathering in the World' includes a picnic, 'bassetball' and waddle. A weekend filled with Bassett's, games, contests, entertainment & the huge finale of the Bassett Waddle with hundreds of Bassett's leading off the Harvest Day's Parade.
CITY: Dwight
Super 8 Motel - Dwight
2 story motel, 30 rooms, some truck parking. Pet friendly.
CITY: Dwight
Timmerman's Hotel & Resort
At Timmerman's Hotel & Resort, we provide the little comforts that make you feel at home. Conveniently located to nearby attractions; such as, shopping, skiing, golfing, gambling casinos and more. Come see our newly-renovated property.
CITY: East Dubuque
Super 8 - East Hazel Crest
It's Super 8 Motel, located on 172nd & Halsted. We provide shuttle service, fridge, microwave, coffee 24/7, wifi, breakfast every morning and a business center.
CITY: East Hazel Crest
Martin Ranch Bed & Breakfast
Newly constructed French Country style home located on 100 acres featuring equine hotel, nature trails, and fishing pond. The outdoors is as enchanting and as lively as it is indisde. Each of the 4 guest rooms is tastefully decorated.
CITY: Effingham
Sculpture on the Avenue
Come explore the sculptures that have transformed the City of Effingham's avenues into an art gallery. Over 30 sculptures created by some of the Midwest's best known and unknown sculptors bring life to the streets of Effingham as part of the annual "Sculptures on the Avenues" outdoor exhibition. Sculptures on the Avenues is a self-guided walking tour that begins at City Hall, located at 201 E. Jefferson Ave. From there, the exhibition winds in and out of Downtown Effingham. An informative guide, which facilitates a walking tour, is available at the Effingham Visitors Center or City Hall.
CITY: Effingham
Homewood Grill
This local favorite opens in April and closes in October. Homewood Grill is a snack stand that serves American meals, candy, ice cream, slushies and more.
CITY: Effingham
Wonderland in Lights
Each year, the City of Effingham and the Effingham Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) turn Community Park into a winter wonderland! Wonderland in Lights, a drive-thru light display, features a variety of lighted holiday scenes including reindeer flying, Santa coming down the chimney, and a Nativity scene. Last year's display was such a huge success; the Effingham CVB added additional light displays for your viewing pleasure again this year. In addition, to help get you in the Christmas spirit, the Effingham CVB, along with 97.9 XFM and KJ Country 102.3, continue to bring you the option to tune into continuous Christmas music on 90.7 FM while you drive through the display. The display opens Thanksgiving night, November 27, and runs until Christmas night, December 25. Hours are from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and from 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Community Park is located on East Temple Ave, Effingham, IL. Santa visits the Wonderland in Lights every Saturday to bring special presents to the children. The Wonderland in Lights is free, but donations are appreciated. For more information, please call 217-342-5310 or visit www.visiteffinghamil.com. We look forward to helping to spread Christmas cheer throughout Effingham this holiday season!
CITY: Effingham
Lake Sara
A quiet cove at dawn, where the only sound is the whir of a casting reel and the gentle splash of the fly hitting the water's surface...that's Lake Sara. A sunny afternoon slalom skiing behind a powerboat or running along the beach...that's Lake Sara. A family picnic in the grass at water's edge or a family reunion, with fried chicken and the works, under one of the pavilions...that's Lake Sara. Lake Sara is an 800-acre recreational lake nestled into a wooded shoreline, encircled by a winding road. Spend a day, a week, or a season on the shores of Lake Sara. Lake Sara has something for everyone, in every season of the year.
CITY: Effingham
Best Western - Effingham
Best Western offers free breakfast, pool & spa, non-smoking and smoking rooms, and is pet friendly. If you want to go out diner you don't have to travel to far, because the Raintree Restaurant is located next door and it is owned by the same family.
CITY: Effingham
Lexington Inn & Suites - Effingham
Offers meeting rooms, non-smoking & smoking rooms/suites, pet friendly, free breakfast, pool & spa, and free internet.
CITY: Effingham
Noah's Ark Pet Shoppe
Noah's Ark Pet Shoppe has everything for small animals. Bird cages, lizard cages, snake tanks, fish bowls and much more. They also have birds, fish, lizards, rabbits, snakes and more small animals.
CITY: Effingham
The Marina at Lake Sara
If you want to spend a day on Lake Sara but don't have a boat, don't worry The Marina at Lake Sara offers boat rentals, tackle, gas, food and drinks.
CITY: Effingham
The Stage at Lake Sara
After being on the lake all day, why not check out an outdoor concert from local and regional bands. Also be sure to remember that the stage is available to rent.
CITY: Effingham
Camp Lakewood
Come out to Camp Lakewood and enjoy the views of Lake Pauline plus all the creature comforts. Camp Lakewood is an RV campground. The sites include cable, WiFi, 30/50 AMP. They also offer a one and two bedroom cabin that is fully furnished and self contained. The newest cabin sleeps five and includes Cable TV. They do offer tent sites as well for those who want to be a little closer to nature.
CITY: Effingham
TREC Recreation Trails
The TREC trail system is a public trail designed to create recreational opportunities. The trails provide a great place for visitors to exercise, whether its walking, riding bikes, or roller blading. The mission is to develop a countrywide, multi-use trail system, educate the communities on the benefits of the trails, and promote an active lifestyle by providing recreational activities.
CITY: Effingham
Effingham Park District
Effingham has four community parks. All offer baseball diamonds, play grounds, basketball courts and great areas for family picnics.
CITY: Effingham
Lake Sara Pavilions
Two different locations on Lake Sara. The pavilions offer a chance to host a meeting on the lake. The two outdoor facilities are perfect for receptions and parties with plenty of outdoor space. It also features a large open room, kitchen area, boat dock and outdoor decks.
CITY: Effingham
Super 8 - Effingham
Suites available, small pets allowed, cable/movies, kitchenettes aveniable, in-room safe, free super start breakfast from 6:00 am - 10:00 am.
CITY: Effingham
Paradise Inn - Effingham
Paradise Inn is a clean, well-maintained hotel. The hotel allows small pets, has cable and bus parking, and is adjacent to restaurants.
CITY: Effingham
Rodeway Inn - Effingham
Rodeway offers standard amenities, along with microwaves, refrigerators, coffee makers, and cable television. Whirlpool bathtubs, sofa sleepers and spacious work desks are available in some rooms. A continental breakfast is also provided.
CITY: Effingham
Marcotte's Family Motel
On three acres overlooking Jo Daviess countryside, a short drive to Galena, Chestnut, Mississippi, Apple Canyon. Some rooms include fridge/microwave/table/chairs. Apartments with full kitchens. Coffee/muffins, hot tub, grill, campfire, dog-friendly.
CITY: Elizabeth
Schurmeier Teaching Forest
Two miles of beginner and intermediate hiking trails, educational signage teaches about tree and forestry practices. This forest is the perfect place to spend the day. Horses welcome!
CITY: Elizabeth
Tapley Woods State Natural Area
Located 5 miles west of Elizabeth, IL, this 260 timbered acres provides public hunting areas, hiking and nature viewing.
CITY: Elizabeth
Timber Ridge Outpost & Cabins
Nestled in the beautiful hills of the Shawnee National Forest, Timber Ridge offers something for everyone, from families and honeymooners to outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy some Southern hospitality while staying in a real log cabin or one-of-a-kind treehouse. Each of the units, including the treehouse, is equipped with a bathroom, kitchenette, heating and air conditioning.
CITY: Elizabethtown


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Bells are ringin'; Holiday happenings in 'Hachie
WAXAHACHIE - As the holidays approach one thing is clear, bells are ringing in hachie! The Red Cross kicked off their annual "Red Kettle Campaign" with Mayor Pro Tem John Wray during the Monday, Nov. 7 council meeting and holiday happenings have been following ever since.
The city's annual Christmas Tree Lighting will be held Friday, Nov. 25 from 6-9 p.m. downtown on the square and will feature an appearance by the man in red, Santa Claus! Downtown merchants will be open until 8 p.m. for your holiday shopping convenience with train rides and a petting zoo to entertain children of all ages.
This weekend is also the "Candlelight Tour of homes" kick-off weekend. The "Tour of Homes" showcases Victorian era splendor decked out for ones enjoyment and operates from 2-8 p.m. Nov. 25-27, Dec. 3-4 and Dec. 10-11 beginning with the Burch Loft on 105 W. Jefferson. Tickets are $15 per weekend and children under the age of 12 are free.
Bethlehem Revisited will showcase an interactive, live nativity scene the weekends of Dec. 2-4 and Dec. 9-11 from 6-9 p.m. at 402 N. College Street, behind Central Presbyterian Church. Admission is free and donations are welcome.
Also, on display inside the Central Presbyterian Church is "The Supper Quilt" by Donald E. Locke, D.D.S. A handcrafted recreation of the famous "Last Supper" painting with the following performances: Dec. 2 – Piano Performance by Sue Hall; Dec. 3 - Southwest Children's Chorus Performance (Main performance at 6 pm followed by caroling the rest of the evening); Dec. 4 – Central Presbyterian Jubilate Ringers and Piano Performance by Sue Hall; Dec. 9 – Piano Performance by Sue Hall; Dec. 10 – Flute Performance by Dr. Carol Farrar; and Dec. 11 – Organ Performance by Randy Arey (Central Presbyterian Church Organist).
A Christmas parade will be sure to get the kids excited on Saturday, Dec. 3 starting at 10 a.m. downtown and don't forget to go skating on the EZ Glide synthetic surface opening Thanksgiving weekend and running through Sunday, Dec.18 located at the corner of South Rogers and Madison across from City Hall. Cost is $5 per person and rental skates are included.


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Embed open-doors-int 2536 views 2008-03-17T00:00:00 This clip is part of a movie about a man who came to America from the Middle East to attend college. Planning a trip home to see his family, Samir Majan now faces a crisis. Samir has become a Christian, and he must now return to a land where such a conversion is a crime, one that is punishable by death.
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It includes the pictures and sounds, Baby can easy learning from the cards.
The Baby Learning Card support two modes:
1. Manual mode - Need your baby touch the screen and play himself, single click the screen will play the sound again.
2. Auto play mode - Father/Mother can set the sound play interval and play times. The Baby Learning Card will auto show the cards to the child with the setting times and interval.
1. Support select play favorite cards.
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CORPUS CHRISTI- A woman goes missing, after walking out the front door of her home tuesday evening off South Sea Drive in Flour Bluff.
Family and friends say the 28 year old woman left her home around 10 pm, that evening while her step father was home caring for her.
Dee Ann Myers-Dokken, is mentally disabled, and has the cognitive abiltites of a nine year old child. She does not have a cell phone or ability to drive a car, but family and friends say she can ride the bus without assistance.
The missing woman has brown hair, hazel eye color and is about 180 pounds. Her family describes her as being very friendly, trusting of everyone she meets, and may have met someone on facebook.
If anyone had information on the where abouts or safety of this woman, to please call CCPD.
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At least four people have been killed and 12 wounded after a car bomb exploded outside the offices of a Sunni Arab political party in the western Iraqi city of Fallujah, a police officer said.The bombing on Saturday, which apparently targeted the offices of the Iraqi Islamic Party, also damaged nearby shops and a private health clinics,
A police officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that all the casualties appeared to be civilians.
Security forces cordoned off the city, preventing individuals and vehicles from entering or exiting, in the aftermath of the attack.
The security situation in across Anbar province - once a stronghold of Sunni-led attacks on foreign troops and government targets - has improved dramatically since tribal fighters decided in 2006 to turn against al-Qaeda and other groups.The attack comes less than a month after US troops withdrew from urban centres in line with a security pact between Baghdad and Washington that calls for US forces to leave Iraq by the end of 2011.Violence had dropped markedly throughout Iraq, but attacks increased in the run-up to the pullback, with 437 Iraqis killed in June - the highest death toll in 11 months.
On Tuesday, Iraqi officials declared a rare vehicle ban across Anbar after two bomb attacks killed three people in the Ramadi, the provincial capital. The previous day, an explosion had killed two police officers in the city.Elsewhere on Saturday, a bomb planted on a car in the Adhamiya neighbourhood in northern Baghdad, the capital, killed one person and wounded another, police said.
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The Episcopal ServiceThe Episcopal Church (so named because it is a denomination that is essentially governed by Bishops) has over the years preserved in its liturgical practice that which has stood the test of time by being the very best of the early church traditions (regarding the liturgical practice of Holy Communion) while at the same time preserving the best of the Protestant traditions regarding the preaching, teaching, and celebration of the Word of God through Scripture. It strives at all times to maintain an equal balance between Word (Scripture and preaching) and Sacrament (the celebration of the Holy Communion or Eucharist). The picture above shows the beginning of the Palm Sunday service that begins behind the church on the parish grounds as a variation of this Episcopal Service.
With many variations from place to place and among peoples with different traditions, the central practices have several elements in common: the use of the Nicene and Apostles' Creed as the core statement of belief, the preservation of the two basic sacraments found in Scripture (Baptism and the Eucharist), and the use of the Book of Common Prayer.
Once or twice per year, Father Williams prepares a special annotated Order of Service that explains the origin of the many traditions of the Episcopal Church's liturgical practices.


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The transition from urban New Orleans to the mysterious realm of cypress swamps, vast sugarcane fields and historic bridges spanning the mighty Mississippi River are best experienced in that most American method of transportation: the automobile. Explore the region on your own or soak up some local history with the aid of one of the many guided tours readily at hand in New Orleans' French Quarter.
All Aboard
Learn the secrets of local alligator hunters, fur trappers and fishermen aboard a guided boat tour of the swamps and backwater bayous of Louisiana. Though many travelers take pleasure in blazing their own trail, these gator-infested waters are not for the uninitiated. Take advantage of local knowledge of reptile habitats, healing plants and exotic birds while in pursuit of alligators, snakes, egrets, raccoons, nutria, and other wildlife.
Tour a Plantation
Though often evocative of a painful period in U.S. history, a tour of one of the region's countless antebellum era plantations is not an experience to be missed for history buffs and casual vacationers alike. Partake in ample amounts of trademark regional hospitality while witnessing the unique combination of opulence and practicality of the Old South firsthand.
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Experience Cajun Country: Swamp Boat Adventure and Plantations Full-Day Tour from New Orleans
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We took an informal survey here at the office, and no one got the answer. So, readers, take a stab.
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Residents of this state were asked what was special about it or what made it stand out in their minds, and a common response was "nothing," tourism officials say.
So after further probing, it turned out that lots was happening in the state, from innovation to historical sites. That prompted the new tourism slogan, "Still Revolutionary." More info is on the state tourism site.
The governor of the state came into office after the tourism budget had been cut and promised to raise its tourism profile. To do so, the state enlisted a New York agency that does such things, and thus began a two-year, $27 million campaign.
A state tourism spokeswoman e-mailed me that the idea for the new tourism branding "was largely the need for vocabulary to build state pride. When residents and groups across multiple states were asked what they thought about CT the answer was almost unanimous -- 'nothing'. "
She says the state has a very rich history but has not been vocal in sharing it. Residents were encouraged to share their stories or favorite things about the state; responses and photos are on this website.
The state: Connecticut.
The new campaign instigated by Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, tourism folk say, "celebrates Connecticut's spirit of independence and innovation that is as strong today as it was when the state was first founded. 'Still Revolutionary ' has the power to distinguish Connecticut not just from New England, but from every other state. " Malloy says the state has a long history of innovators and wants to get the word out. The new slogan follows catchphrases including "Better Yet Connecticut" and "Connecticut, We're Full of Surprises."
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Along those lines, Connecticut is said to be the home of inventions including the first mechanical grinder of coffee beans. New Haven has its the annual International Festival of Arts & Ideas June 16-30 2012. Surely there will be some revolutionary ones.
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So readers, what state do you think has come up with the best slogan ("Virginia is for Lovers" and "I Love New York" come to mind, as does Arizona's "the Grand Canyon State"). And what's your opinion of the new Connecticut slogan? Any other suggestions? My colleague Ben Abramson came up with "New England starts here."
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Community-conscious Architects Who Are African-American Women
At work is a new generation of architects who acknowledge and experience, but are not deterred by the more subtle forms of exclusion and unequal opportunities that persist today, writes Stephen A. Kliment, FAIA, about June Grant in Oakland and Zevilla Jackson Preston in Harlem.
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For Forever Alone Geeks
Some people call it Valentine's Day, I call it Tuesday.
Here are the things you could do:
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- Read a book
- Play trivia night with your friends
- Ask Siri inappropriate questions
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- Get a geeky gift - Check our websites like thinkgeek.com
- Watch a sci-fi movie series like HP or LOTR or Star Wars!
- Go to a geek convention like a cosplay event and dress up as your favorite anime/sci-fi couple
- Play any co-op game and beat the crap out of the enemies together
- Visit this link for more geeky date ideas
So whether your going to spend Valentine's day alone or with someone. Never forget your true geeky nature.
Live long and prosper (and multiply?) Haha. For single geeks, I'm with you. For those who aren't, go get some action (not from Battlefield or Call of Duty)!
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Nintendo may not be done with the Zelda franchise on their current handheld. If so, what might we expect next?
This year's E3 saw a big showing from Nintendo who are set to continue the momentum from the recently released Mario Kart 8. A lot of people are now playing close attention to the games coming out
Head inside to view the Digital Event live stream from Nintendo...
Color Zen for Nintendo Wii U eShop releases in North America this week and Europe next week.
Denpa Men infesting wi-fi signals worldwide this week in the Nintendo 3DS eShop.
We quickly break down every Nintendo studio.
We take a look at Nintendo's first party studios to see what is coming next.
What can Nintendo's development set-up show us as to what is coming next?
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EAU CLAIRE — The Chippewa Valley Youth Symphony will present its 24th season concert at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 14, in Gantner Concert Hall of the Haas Fine Arts Center on the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire campus.
Ivar Lunde Jr. is the music director and conductor. The event is free and open to the public.
The concert will open with "Polonaise Militaire" by Frederic Chopin, and continue with "Norwegian Dances," No. 2 and No. 3, by Edvard Grieg and Brahms' "Academic Festival Overture." Concerto for two violins and strings by Bach will feature Amelia Weiss of Menomonie High School and Taylor Cochrane of Eau Claire's Memorial High School.
The concert will continue with Prokofieff's "Triumphal March"; the "Satirical Dance" from "The Bolt" by Dimitri Schostakovich; "Themes from the 007 Medley," as arranged by Calvin Custer; and Mozart's "Abduction from the Seraglio."
The Chippewa Valley Youth Symphony offers a creative outlet and symphony experience for area students in grades 7-12. This year there are 68 members plus six UW-Eau Claire student section leaders. Twelve graduating seniors will be presented with medals at this performance.
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On issues ranging from transparency to torture, "thou shalt not" became "thou shalt."
Resolving this injustice could open doors for diplomacy between the US and North Korea.
All parties involved share responsibility for the failure of negotiations and the escalation of violence in Ukraine.
Thanks to the deft negotiations of this veteran UN troubleshooter, tensions have eased in the Geneva peace talks.
Amr Hamzawy was one of the few liberals who condemned both the Morsi government's misrule and the military coup. Now he's increasingly isolated.
Prominent lawyers from Obama's home state of Illinois urge the president to shutter the infamous, illegal prison.
It was Dick Cheney, more than any other official, who set the terms for the post-9/11 world we all share.
Progress can't be made toward a just settlement between Israel and Palestine until Washington quits arming one side to the teeth.
The powerful right-wing lobby doesn't represent most American Jews, and it's no longer the only game in town.
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Hardware Stamps + Art Journals (Part 3)
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[sparkle flower stamp] and [linear zeroes] in red stamping ink on a manila folder
stamping on paper towells [which acts like fabric] with [sparkle flower stamp] and [crazy zeroes stamp] in red stamping ink
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embellishing the coppery black background of Impromptu (aka I Tell Stories) using the [crazy zeroes stamp]
[crazy zeroes stamp] with white gesso on the blue + purple background from An Inked Mess
[linear zeroes] [sparkle flower] [edging zeroes]
Used linear zeroes in Elusive Orange.
Making stamps from washers and metal hardware is super fun, super cheap, super easy. The options are endless. I like to stamp along the edges of art journal pages, so I made a few in a linear fashion. For corners, some dots in a box or V shape. For purely random repeating stamped images, a stamp with irregular edges so you cannot tell that they are repeats.
So next time you are at the hardware store, grab some little metallic thingies, some plastic piping and sprinkler connectors, and get to work. But I need to warn you that it really could get out of hand. You could start a collection, or stamp on every art journal page you've ever started!
The concept was inspired by the work of Tracy Bunkers and her inspiring book about creating printing tools, Print & Stamp Lab .
More ideas + photos in Part 1 and Part 2.
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