Chicago is full of sightseeing opportunities and special activities geared toward children. To locate those accommodations, restaurants, and attractions that are particularly kid-friendly, refer to the "Kids" icon throughout this guide. Also see "Kid Stuff" in chapter 8 for information on family-oriented attractions. Chapter 6 includes a list of the best hotel deals for families, and chapter 7 lists kid-friendly restaurants. For information on finding a babysitter, see "Fast Facts: Chicago," later in this chapter. The guidebook Frommer's Chicago with Kids (Wiley Publishing, Inc.) highlights the many family-friendly activities available in the city.
Recommended family travel websites include Family Travel Forum (www.familytravelforum.com), a comprehensive site that offers customized trip planning; Family Travel Network (www.familytravelnetwork.com), an online magazine providing travel tips; TravelWithYourKids.com (www.travelwithyourkids.com), a comprehensive site written by parents for parents offering sound advice for long-distance and international travel with children.
