Trip Guide: Chicago!

It's been a hot minute since I was in Chicago, but I needed my time to grieve (Norman, I love you)! Chicago is one of my top cities to visit in the world and I'm so tempted to pack up my things and move there tomorrow...but I still have to conquer Denver first. I put together a little list of some of my travel tips for the Windy City and I hope you use them to have a great trip!

Trip Guide: Chicago, IL

Public Transportation is Your BFF

Chicago has public transport down to a science (take a hint DENVER) and honestly there is no easier way to travel around the city. You can get an all-day train pass for $10 and take any of the colorfully-named lines to all different neighborhoods. You can even take the train straight from O'Hare airport which saves you taxi money to your hotel. If you know you'll be trying to hit a number of different spots around the city I'd really suggest getting an all-day pass so you don't have to keep buying a ticket each time!

Cheesie's is God Sent

Grilled cheese is my favorite meal to order when I'm out because no matter how many times I make it at home, I never make it as good as someone else. Cheesie's is the place to go for not only amazing cheap drinks (my aesthetic), but an entire menu of kooky and delicious grilled cheese sandwiches. When we went I ordered the Balboa (yes only I would order a Philly-style sandwich in Chicago) which was the grilled cheese of the month with tons of cheese, steak, sautéed mushrooms and onions, and chipotle mayo! SO FREAKING DELICIOUS I DIE! Check out their website and drool over the menu with me.

Balboa Grilled Cheese (with a bite missing) from Cheesie's

Navy Pier Allows Public Intoxication

There's nothing I love more than walking around with margaritas (nothing), and at Navy Pier it's allowed. Grab a drink from Margaritaville and enjoy the rides, the people, and the gorgeous views of the city skyline. It's a Chicago staple and there are so many things to do you won't be bored. Just make sure to wear walking shoes!

Sugar Factory is Touristy but Fun

I was never able to go in Vegas, but as soon as I saw there was a Sugar Factory in Chicago I dragged my BFF there for a signature drink. Let it be known that this place is so full of itself -- literally on every television they are self-promoting themselves to a tee. But, the food and drinks are amazing and worth all the hype. Never have I seen a drink smoke but I was so into it. Everything is candy themed and you can get drunk while sipping on a LOLLIPOP COCKTAIL. Nothing better.

A smoking Lollipop Cocktail from Sugar Factory

That's all my advice for now, but I'm sure I'll be back there soon and then I'll have even more tips pour vous! Let me know in the comments below if you have any favorite places in Chicago!




Until next time my loves x.

Weekend In Chicago (Meeting Norman Reedus!)

I am finally settling in after one of the greatest weekends of my entire life! I just got back from Chicago, IL after four days of seeing celebrities, celebrating birthdays, and enjoying the city. I'll do a trip guide, but this weekend was so unforgettable that I wanted to make a separate post. The whole trip was based around going to Comic-Con but I tried to enjoy as much as I could! Spoiler alert: I met Daryl Dixon and can officially die happy. *heart eyes*

Drinking the Lollipop Passion from Sugar Factory

I planned this trip with my mom and brother almost six months ago, and what was perfect was that my best friend Emily moved to Chicago in June so I got to visit her! We started out the weekend getting our VIP badges and all-access Comic-Con bands at the convention center, then I met-up with Emily for dinner and drinks. To my happiest surprise, there was a Sugar Factory located within walking distance from my hotel! We wanted to go in Vegas but were turned down cause we only wanted drinks (da fuq Vegas what did you expect?). After dinner at King's (a bowling place with great food and drinks) we hopped on over and got one of the giant alcoholic drinks we'd been craving for months. Our bartender was quite the looker so that just added onto the fun!

At Navy Pier with Margaritaville margaritas!

The next day Emily and I spent the day exploring Chicago, while also seeing a movie you wouldn't suspect (Straight Outta Compton and I cried like a baby at the end). We walked around Michigan Ave and made our way towards Navy Pier to drink margaritas and enjoy the view of the city. For dinner was a Chicago staple -- Cheesie's -- and it was delicious!

At the famous Chicago Theater!

Saturday I spent my morning at Comic-Con and explored all the vendors. I even got to see a panel with Ian Somerhalder...who is just as sexy in person! The costumes all around the convention center were crazy, but I had to give props to the people who went all out. At night I celebrated Emily's birthday with her by trying new bars and eating our favorite drunk staple -- cheese curds (try it one day and you will thank me)!

Cutest couple award to Norman and me! ;)

Sunday was the greatest day of my life so far. I woke up super early to meet the love of my life! After countless hours of waiting, I finally got to step behind that curtain and take a picture with the hunk that is Norman Reedus (Daryl Dixon on The Walking Dead). As soon as I walked up to him he said, "Hi sweetheart!" and put his arm around me. I deemed it necessary to then place my hand on his abs...which were ROCK HARD! Then after more lines and waiting it was time for my autograph. Let it be known that the convention center was about 30 degrees and I suffer from cold hands whenever the temperature gets below 60. I walk up to him and he goes, "Lexi! Hi Lexi!" (he knew my name from the post-it attached to my picture), smiles, and sticks up his hand. I told him my hands were freezing because of the cold, but still touched mine to his. He then grabbed my hand and squeezed and brought it to the counter while he signed my photograph...never letting go of my hand and rubbing it with his thumb! He asked how I was doing and I did the same to him, then once my mom got her autograph he said to us, "goodbye ladies!" I WAS SHAKING FOR 30 MINUTES AFTER HE IS LITERALLY THE SWEETEST MAN AND HE MADE ME SO HAPPY! I know I would have been tired and grouchy after taking photos and signing autographs all day, but he mad me feel like the luckiest girl in the world and I will love him forever for it. It was an unforgettable weekend to say the least!

Until next time my loves x.