August is the best time of the year to take a dip in Lake Michigan, when its waters hover in the balmy upper 60s. Experts say so, and Chicago’s crowded beaches offer proof. But an invisible hazard can ...

It's summer in the city, backs of Chicagoans' necks are getting dirty and gritty, and what better remedy is there than a dip in Lake Michigan at a local beach? But at some Lake Michigan beaches in ...

Sandy shorelines and fresh breezes characterize these six spots in the United States and Canada. By Elaine Glusac Elaine Glusac is the Frugal Traveler columnist, focusing on budget-friendly tips and ...

The hot weather to close out June and start July has really caused the Great Lakes water to warm. Some of the warmer spots on the southern Great Lakes are now approaching that magical swimming ...

The Great Lakes have a rich history ranging from battles to shipwrecks. These five bodies of water — Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie, and Lake Ontario — are also home to a number ...