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Out-of-town trips break up your day-to-day routine and can be refreshing, eye-opening, and inspiring. Unfortunately, long-distance travel is also hard on the environment. If you’ve got kids in school or are a student yourself, chances are you take your longest vacation each year during the summer. Make this year’s summer vacation greener than last year’s with these eco-friendly vacation planning tips. Choose destination and transportation wisely Long-distance travel, especially by plane, is carbon-intensive. If you choose a destination you can reach almost as quickly by car, bus, or train as plane, opt for one of these modes of travel. If you do […]

Is a move in the cards for you in the near future? If you’re considering a job offer in Houston or have control over where you relocate and are wondering whether H-Town should be your next home, here are seven signs it should. 1. You want urban amenities at low cost Houston has a vibrant social scene, impressive theater district, world-class shopping and dining options, and more. The city hosts a home game with one of it’s many professional sports teams more nights than not. Houston is also home to some of the world’s leading health care centers and medical […]

It may be possible to ski in June just an hour’s drive from Denver, but the Mile-High City experiences some downright hot summer days. Thankfully, Denver is home to some righteously good ice cream. If you’re a fan of the frozen dairy treat so many Americans associate with summer, cool down with a cup or cone from one of these celebrated area ice cream shops. In case you’re curious, National Ice Cream Day falls on July 17. A post shared by Amore Gelato (@amoregelatoden) on May 22, 2017 at 8:04am PDT Amore Gelato Gelato and ice cream are not technically the […]

It was love at first sight. We were pretty sure this recipe was going to be a winner when we first saw it in the submissions for our comfort food recipe contest, AMLI EATS. Well, we were 100-percent right. Joanna (JoJo) and her peanut noodle recipe would go on to snag the regional prize for the Chicago region. Now, let’s talk food. Gluten-free noodles are never an easy task—especially when you’re making them from scratch. What this recipe does right is it looks to the produce aisle. Rather than going through the hassle of using a noodle maker, Joanna here has […]

Laundry. It’s the bane of many a person’s existence. There’s the sorting of clothing articles, the selection of washing settings, decisions to make about what to dry in the machine and what to line-dry. And if you don’t have a washing machine in your apartment, there’s even more to worry about. But washing laundry doesn’t have to be a source of contempt or scorn. If you’re trying to live a more minimalist-inspired life or just want to make laundry a more manageable task, here are some tips. Pare down your wardrobe To wash clothes like a minimalist, your wardrobe should resemble a minimalist’s. […]

Seattle’s rich culture and heritage shine through in a number of uniquely Seattle activities, attractions, and culinary experiences. Here are some ways you can appreciate what your city has to offer in the coming months. Most of these activities are ideal for Seattle’s summer sunny days and cannot be replicated anywhere else. 1. Attend the Fremont Solstice Parade Seattle is located relatively far north, but the summer solstice is an especially big deal in the Emerald City because of its Scandinavian heritage. In celebration of the summer solstice and Seattle arts community, the Fremont Arts Council hosts an annual, one-of-a-kind parade […]

When you hear the phrase “summer in Chicago,” what comes to mind? If a post-work cocktail on a rooftop with impressive skyline views sounds nice, you’ve come to the right place. Here are eight Chicago bars offering superb views of architectural mainstays such as the Willis Tower, John Hancock Center, Tribune Tower, and more. All are within walking distance of AMLI River North, and a couple have covered or retractable roofs that make them comfortable year-round. 52Eighty Rooftop Lounge 52Eighty is not the most well-known rooftop lounge on our list, but it’s a good one to keep in your pocket. […]

Living a fast-paced life with a busy schedule makes finding the time and energy to cook a real dilemma. It can be difficult to find the time to shop for groceries, let alone choose recipes, prepare food, and clean up afterward. If you like to cook and wish you did more of it, here are some tips that can help you plan and prepare meals more efficiently. Try Meal Prep Sunday Meal Prep Sunday can take different forms. Some practitioners complete all grocery shopping, food prep, and cooking for the week ahead in one day. Others select meals, shop for groceries, […]

The weather is nice no matter what part of the country you’re in. This time of year, the events and things to do are all about going outside and enjoying the heat and sun. This month’s list of things to do embraces outdoor festivals of all sorts near AMLI communities in the nine cities we have apartments. Atlanta June 10-17: Atlanta Cycling Festival A bevvy of group bicycle rides, swaps, meetups and other cycling-related events take over Atlanta for an entire week. June 17: Atlanta Summer Beer Fest From 4-9pm, the Atlanta Summer Beer Fest takes over the Historic 4th […]

Austin’s Sixth Street is home to more than 50 bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues where you can enjoy an adult beverage. Dubbed “Dirty Sixth” by locals and often overlooked by new arrivals over 30, the iconic nightlife hub has a timeless charm to it. If you’re a first-timer or it’s been a while time since your last hurrah out on Sixth Street, here’s an up-to-date guide to some of the thoroughfare’s finer watering holes. Alamo Drafthouse Ritz The Ritz screens blockbusters and award-winning independent films like other Alamo Drafthouse locations. But it also hosts sing-alongs, dance parties, comedy performances, and other […]