
What we’re about
This group is for food lovers and travelers who don’t want to wait on their friends to finally say “yes” to get out to enjoy some good eats, socialize, and see the world. Life is too short and the world is too big!
The food events in this group are member-driven so if you’d like to host a Meetup in your area (i.e. brunch, cooking class, happy hour, a meal out at a new restaurant, etc), feel free to let me know and I'll help you get it set up in the group!
The trips in this group are usually 90% solo travelers but everyone is welcome, female/male, solo/couple/friends, straight/LGBTQIA+! So let’s travel together with fun, like-minded travelers! If you have an open mind and are kind to fellow travelers, you will fit in perfectly on these trips!
NOTE: The people on these trips are from all over the States but you’ll always be connected with people from the same city on a trip so you can meet up face to face and get to know your future travel buddies prior to the trip. You’ll also be connected to the whole group via email prior to the trip so you can virtually get to know those that are from different areas. On average, the people on each trip are 90% solo travelers but it’s hard to predict the exact demographic for each trip so please keep this in mind.
Feel free to join the Facebook group to connect with past travelers on these trips, see pictures, ask questions, funny travel memes, travel-related articles, etc: https://www.facebook.com/groups/613025845523107
The trips in this group are put on by a tour company called Globe Drifters and they focus on small group trips geared towards solo travelers with the mission of giving new meaning to travel by putting the human experience at the heart of their trips. The groups are small, usually with 12 people maximum per trip and about 90% of everyone on each trip are solo travelers so you’re not stuck being the odd man out on trips with mostly couples. You’ll have the best of both worlds, solo travel with the security of a small group of other solo travelers for some company on your adventure! To contact Globe Drifters directly, you can email [info@globe-drifters.com](mailto:info@globe-drifters.com).
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Karaoke at Randall's Pub!Randall's Pub, CHICAGO, IL
Join your host Lisa Lenny on the edge of Roger's Park and Edgewater for karaoke at Randall's Pub! The temperature is rising, but it is COOL at Randall's 😎
Randall's is a fun and friendly environment where you can be comfortable to sing your heart out to a supportive crowd. Lisa Lenny runs a good vibes only room with a 2-drink minimum to participate in karaoke (drinks include non-alcoholic beverages).
If you'd like to check out our karaoke song list ahead of time, follow the link below:
https://www.karafun.com/karaoke-song-list.htmlSee you at Randall's!
- NEW DATE!🏛️🚶♀️Gilded Age Glamour: Prairie Avenue Architecture & History Tour✨Digital Realty Chicago ORD10 (Former RR Donnelly & Sons Plant), Chicago, IL
**RESCHEDULED THE WALK TO SATURDAY 7/26/25 AT 4PM DUE TO THUNDERSTORMS & STRONG WIND LATER IN THE MORNING & EARLY AFTERNOON!**
🏛️ 🚶♀️ Gilded Age Glamour: Prairie Avenue Architecture & History Tour ✨
Stroll through one of Chicago’s most historic neighborhoods on this guided walk exploring Prairie Avenue’s Gilded Age mansions, landmark churches, and architectural gems. Discover stories of Chicago’s elite, industrial might, and stunning design in a district that defined the city’s rise.
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📅 Saturday, July 19, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Start: RR Donnelly & Sons Plant 350 E Cermak
🎯 End: Chess Records, 2120 S Michigan Ave, (~3 blocks away from start)
💥 Cost: $20 per person (paid at start — Cash, PayPal, Zelle, Venmo accepted)
🚶♀️ Distance: Approx. 1.5 miles outdoors
⚠️ Note: The walk ends about 3 blocks from where we start. Plan parking accordingly—it’s an easy walk back if you park in between.
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🚶♂️ What to Expect
✅ ~1.5 miles of relaxed outdoor walking
✅ Gilded Age mansions & landmark churches
✅ Chicago industrial & business history
✅ Surviving architecture from Prairie Avenue’s golden era
✅ Stories of Pullman, Armour, Field & other Chicago titans📸 While not a formal photo walk, there will be plenty of incredible architecture and historic spots to snap!
Multi-meetup groups will be attending!
Led by an official, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable guide (that’s me!), this tour will trace Prairie Avenue’s journey from an 1800s frontier to Chicago’s “sunny street that held the sifted few,” packed with fascinating local history.
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🏛️ Stops & Highlights
✨ Wheeler Mansion – 2020 S Calumet Ave
🏠 Harriet F. Rees House
🏛️ Marshall Field Jr. Mansion
🪑 Glessner House (exterior)
⚔️ Battle of Fort Dearborn Park
🌳 Chicago Women's Park & Gardens
🌳 The Battle of Fort Dearborn Park
🏠 Henry B. Clarke House (exterior)
🏭 RR Donnelley & Sons Plant
🚗 BF Goodrich Co Building
⛪ Second Presbyterian Church
🏛️ And more landmark homes & buildings!
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🍽️ Optional After-Tour Bites & Drinks
After our walk, all are welcome to join for food or drinks at one of these nearby spots:
🍺 Fat Pour Tapworks
🍝 Il Culaccino
🍕 Williams Inn Pizza & Sports Bar
⚠️ Bring cash if joining for lunch—some places don’t do separate checks!
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👟 What to Bring
✅ Good walking shoes
✅ Water
✅ Hand sanitizer
✅ Weather-appropriate clothing for a Chicago summer day
💵 Cost: $20 per person – please pay at the start of the tour (Cash, PayPal, Zelle, Venmo accepted)
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🚗 Parking & Transit Tips
• Street parking on Calumet, Cermak, Indiana & side streets (watch permit signs)
• Remember: The Tour ends ~3 blocks from where we start, so plan parking accordingly
• Easy CTA access—check your route with the CTA Trip Planner
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📌 RSVP & No-Show Policy
✅ Please keep your RSVP up to date.
✅ No-shows without updates make planning harder for everyone.
✅ Cutoff time to update your RSVP is the event start time.
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Come experience the hidden history, Gilded Age architecture, and fascinating stories of Prairie Avenue on this guided summer morning walk.✨ Space is limited—RSVP now and join us for this unique neighborhood adventure! 🏛️🚶♀️✨
- 🏛️Architects of Eternity ⛪🗿: A Walk Through Graceland’s Artful Legacy 🕊️🏺Graceland Cemetery, Chicago, IL
🏛️Architects of Eternity ⛪🗿: A Walk Through Graceland’s Artful Legacy 🕊️🏺
Graceland Cemetery in Chicago is more than just a burial ground; it's a testament to the art and architecture of a bygone era, featuring works by many notable architects and sculptors.
📅 Sunday, July 27, 2025
🕥 Meet at 10:30 AM sharp
📍 Graceland Cemetery Main Gate – 4001 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL
💵 $30 per person –paid at the start — (Cash, PayPal, Zelle, Venmo accepted)
Special Guest Tour Guide: Many CryptJoin us for a summer stroll through one of Chicago’s most beautiful and storied spaces—Graceland Cemetery, long known as the “Cemetery of Architects.” This private tour will focus on funerary architecture and sculpture, exploring how design, symbolism, and artistry combine in this peaceful landscape.
🌳 Graceland’s Design Legacy:
The cemetery owes its exceptional beauty to 19th-century landscape architects. Horace William Shaler Cleveland initiated its first unified plan in the 1870s, replacing curbs and fences with flowing lawns and natural contours. William Le Baron Jenney, better known for his skyscraper innovations, brought engineering expertise to the layout. Later, Ossian Simonds enhanced the grounds further with native plants and prairie-inspired landscaping—creating the tranquil, pastoral atmosphere that makes Graceland a hidden gem for architecture lovers and visitors alike.🏛️ What You’ll See:
- Stunning mausoleums & sculpture by Louis Sullivan, Lorado Taft & more
- The Getty Tomb, Palmer Family Mausoleum & Burnham’s island grave
- Symbolism in tomb design & the history behind notable residents
- How art, nature, and memory are interwoven in this open-air museum
🎙️ Your Guide: Mandy Crypt
Chicago native Mandy Crypt has led history tours for over six years, partnering with Effing Chicago, Chicago for Chicagoans, and more. Known for her lively storytelling and curiosity about the obscure, she specializes in women’s history, queer history, Victoriana, and the strange and unusual. Learn more: facebook.com/MandyCrypt👣 This is a 1.5-mile walking tour on cemetery paths. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.
📍 Meet at the Main Gate (4001 N. Clark St) at 10:30 AM
💵 $30 – Pay in cash, Zelle, or Venmo at check-in (please bring exact change if using cash)
🚇 Easily accessible by CTA (#22 Clark bus, #80 Irving Park bus, Sheridan Red Line)
🚗 Street parking available on Clark & side streets🍽️ Optional lunch at a nearby spot after the tour — all are welcome!
📸 Bring your camera—this tour offers plenty of striking photo ops.
🙌 Please RSVP responsibly and do not be a no-show—this is a private, prepaid tour.
🔗 More info on our partners:
- Mandy Cyrpt: https://www.mandycrypt.com/
- Effing Chicago: effingchicago.com