A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
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READ ON!Harrah’s Casino & Hotel is your epicenter for fun. Harrah’s is located along the Des Plaines River in picturesque downtown Joliet. Play over 1,000 of the hottest Chicagoland slots where fun, friendly action is always the “reel” deal. Or hit the tables and try your luck on favorites such as blackjack, craps, roulette, three card poker and Mississippi stud poker. Harrah’s Joliet also offers the chance to play Texas Hold’em poker and Omaha in the WSOP Poker Room.
Hungry after an afternoon of fun; treat your taste buds to mouthwatering burgers, steaks or seafood at Harrah’s American Steakhouse, The Reserve. Or eat at Flavors the Buffet or Cross Street Grill. After winning big all day, sleep in luxurious comfort in one of their fabulous hotel rooms. Harrah’s Joliet offers one of the most exciting and finest hotel and casino experiences in the Chicagoland area.
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