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Taken from a second hot air balloon this shot shows a hot air balloon in the distance with a slight glow at sunrise. It is hard to stay calm when you are in a basket 4,000 feet up in the air.
Taken from a second hot air balloon this shot shows a hot air balloon in the distance with a slight glow at sunrise. It is hard to stay calm when you are in a basket 4,000 feet up in the air.
An old gravestone from the 1840s at a beautiful old cemetery with 20 head stones. They must have selected this little hill as a burial sight because of the great sunsets.
Taken from the highest point in Illinois this is a view just before sunset on a beautiful evening. This is a prime location for storm watching and lightning shots.
A picture of the eclipse at sunset from last year at Charles Mound which is the highest point in Illinois.
Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark

3.5 out of 5
350 Bell St Dubuque IA
The price is HK$665 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
HK$665
HK$852 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Everything was clean. The staff was courteous and helpful.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Grand Harbor Resort and Waterpark
Hotel Julien Dubuque

Hotel Julien Dubuque

3.5 out of 5
200 Main Street Dubuque IA
The price is HK$728 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
HK$728
HK$824 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dubuque. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,725 reviews)
I’m giving it a 4 bc while location was good, history of hotel interesting, Also, beds slept great. I think it’s time for a refresh. The curtains in our room were stained. And curtain liner had holes in it. Bathroom mirror and vanity were scarfed up, need to be painted, or replaced. Even base of ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Hotel Julien Dubuque
Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

Irish Cottage Inn & Suites

3.5 out of 5
9853 US-20 Galena IL
Stay at this spa hotel in Galena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,272 reviews)
Clean room.

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Amazing Log Cabin with Beautiful Views at Apple Canyon Lake

Amazing Log Cabin with Beautiful Views at Apple Canyon Lake

Apple River IL
Stay at this cabin in Apple River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and tennis courts. Popular attractions Apple Canyon Lake and Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (223 reviews)
The cabin was nice I would just say the only thing I would recommend is better cleaning there is large amounts of dust on fans and vents and around bathrooms faucets where pretty dirty, overall it was nice.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Amazing Log Cabin with Beautiful Views at Apple Canyon Lake
Lighted Hot Tub w/ 4 BD/2.5 Baths and VERY close to town.

Lighted Hot Tub w/ 4 BD/2.5 Baths and VERY close to town.

2 out of 5
Galena IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Galena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Galena Golf Club and Dowling House ...
10/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
This was a perfect place for a Girls Weekend. Beautiful accommodations, large open spaces to gather. We enjoyed every bit, especially the hot tub.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Lighted Hot Tub w/ 4 BD/2.5 Baths and VERY close to town.
Private Home~Relax at Your Getaway Among the Trees!

Private Home~Relax at Your Getaway Among the Trees!

Galena IL
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Galena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Eagle Ridge Resort Golf and Horseshoe ...
10/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
Pretty home. Very dog friendly. Could not get dvd player in basement to work. Would have liked a tv in common area. Overall a great experience. Thank you!

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025

Private Home~Relax at Your Getaway Among the Trees!
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