The Radar: Chicago for Families, How to Score a Summer Cruise Deal, Top New York Beaches

• Nothing says “family travel” better than deep dish pizza. Chicago is the perfect summer destination for families: visit a museum, ride the Ferris wheel on Navy Pier, or take in a baseball game. Away.com has your complete family guide to the city including what to see and where to stay. [Away.com]

• Don’t let soaring summer airfare derail your trip to Europe. Consider booking a cruise across the Atlantic as an affordable and relaxing alternative to flying. Here are five ways to snag a cruise deal for summer. [Frommer’s]

• This Memorial Day Weekend, roll out your beach towel on one of these eight great New York beaches. [Brooklyn Nomad]

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