Curtis Orchard & Pumpkin Patch

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"A family-oriented destination about two hours south of Chicago offering plenty of Gala and Jonathan apples alongside kid-friendly attractions like a pumpkin patch, pony rides, goat petting, mini golf, a giant slide, a corn maze, and a ropes course, plus a Country Store, Bakery, and the Flying Monkey Cafe for homemade treats." - Andrea Romano Andrea Romano Andrea Romano is a writer and editor in New York City. For the last eight years, she has been a lifestyle journalist for Mashable, Brit+Co, Reviewed, Bustle, and Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines