Pin It Brighton charm bracelets are even more charming now that the new holiday beads have arrived at The Little Traveler! You can add a festive flare to your own bracelet, or even create a whole new Christmas-themed jewelry piece to bring out at the holidays. These charming little beads also make lovely gifts. As … Continue reading
I wanted to share a story with you about the little traveler. My dear friend and neighbor had a birthday, and she is a person who has everything. I had no clue what to get her but I wanted to do something to make the day a great one for her. The two of us … Continue reading
I just wanted to thank you for making sure our baby shower went as planned! It turned out beautiful, everything we wanted and more! Your staff was wonderful, and our waiters Nick, and Adrianna were amazing, they could not have been anymore attentive or efficient!!! Again thank you sooo much for making our day special! … Continue reading
I just wanted to say thank you for putting together a great shower this afternoon. The service was great and a great locations. Thanks again and I’ll be sure to recommend it to friends as well. Thanks! Catherine O.
Dear Little Traveler: I wanted to thank you and your staff for helping to make my Mother’s birthday extra special this year. We visited your store on Friday, September 16th. My sister and I had an idea – we wanted to take my Mom through the store and have different clerks present her with gifts … Continue reading
Dear Little Traveler, I was born and raised in the wonderful town of Geneva, Illinois. Now I live in Naples, Florida . In fact, Sylvia Simon was my neighbor. My parents have passed away, so now when I visit Geneva, The Little Traveler, you are my home. Growing up my mother, sister and I would … Continue reading
Just wanted to let you know how much I and my family and friends LOVED the baby shower luncheon in the Atrium at Little Traveler yesterday! The food was absolutely delicious–we had a hard time deciding which course we liked best! The finger sandwiches, breads, and desserts were all fabulous, as well as the delightful … Continue reading
Hi Little Traveler, Last weekend four of us traveled from Akron, Cleveland and Toledo, Ohio to visit our friend in South Elgin, Illinois. Three of us have been friends since 1st grade and the other two were added at our all girls Catholic high school. Our Chicago friend, Ann, said I must take you to … Continue reading
What a fabulous experience. We had 31 guests in the Atrium Cafe for a Bridal Shower. It was an English High Tea and guests all wore hats! We had lots of comments from other diners that day who peeked in our room to see what was going on. Zack met with my dughter and me … Continue reading
I had my to be daughter-in-law’s wedding shower in the Cafe/Tea room on April 16,2011. The food was delicious, especially your soups! Also, I could not have been happier with your staff, from Zach – who helped organize the shower to Cindy who was our server! Both were professional, pleasant and very, very helpful. Her … Continue reading
I would just like to say how much I love Little Traveler’s. I have taken so many of my staff there and we call our outings “our mental health getaways”! We have been doing this now over 20+ years and I never get tired of coming there. It is my first place to go for … Continue reading
Dear Little Traveler, I have many happy memories of regularly visiting your store for many years. I often came with my young daughter, Jen, and she remembers the “many” beautiful rooms filled with goodies. Visiting your store during the holidays became a family tradition that we have grown to cherish. Jen is now a married … Continue reading
An Elmwood Park High School Class that I once taught and sponsored had their 50th reunion this year. I was asked to be their special guest of honor. When they graduated in 1960 they gave me a beautiful three-strand crystal necklace. I have always treasured that gift. I wanted to wear it at the reunion, … Continue reading
At the age of almost 89, I am reminiscing about my first visit to the Little Traveler. I was 14 when my family moved to Chicago’s north shore from Oklahoma. My mother, who was really into antiques, soon discovered Geneva and of course Geneva and Little traveler are synonymous, so she and I began to … Continue reading
Whenever I want something different and outstanding, I don’t go to department stores, I go to The Little Traveler. Last winter when my grandaughter came in from Texas for vacation, we came to your store. I purchased a beautiful jacket—so pleased with it! Whenever I entertain house guests, I plan a day at your wonderful … Continue reading
Dear Little Traveler, I moved to Dekalb in 1960, married in 1963, and thus acquired both a husband and a son at the same time. In 1969 I had a daughter, and when my daughter was three years old and my son seventeen, I’d drive them both to Geneva on a Saturday and deliver my … Continue reading
Little Traveler, Since I moved to Scottsdale AZ I have pined for you. I just had 2 jars f Pumpkin Butter sent to me so I’m feeling much better, Tiger Thanks, Tiger! Looking for something to do with that Pumpkin Butter? Try this recipe for Pudding Pumpkin Cake.
Thank you so much for the gift certificate to THE BEST unique store ever, “The Little Traveler.” I so enjoy not only bringing guests there, but also enjoy coming by myself. I recently lost my husband to a long battle of cancer. While waiting for his prescriptions, I would stop by to help take my … Continue reading
Growing up on a farm just about 30 miles west of Geneva, I thought that it was such a treat to be taken to my mom’s favorite lunch destination, the Little Traveler. This was a favorite place for mom and her friends to reunite and catch up on life. Sometimes I was afforded the opportunity … Continue reading
Dear Little Traveler, When being asked what childhood memory stuck out in my mind, I was extremely surprised at the picture that flashed in my mind. The image of the front of The Little Traveler. The lunches, puppet shows, and story times that I was given the opportunity to sit through have made a memory … Continue reading