Jill Halpin is a Chicago and Midwest travel expert and the founder of LittleChicagoGuide.com. She appears regularly on television sharing insider travel tips, seasonal guides, and honest recommendations for experiencing Chicago like a local.
Jill has been featured on Fox 32 Chicago’s Good Day Chicago, Fox 17 West Michigan, WDIV Detroit’s Live in the D, and Fox 2 Detroit — reaching a combined audience of hundreds of thousands of viewers across the Midwest.
Below you’ll find recent segment clips, linked directly to the original broadcast.
📺 Featured Segments 2026
Fox 17 West Michigan
Fox 17 | March 2026 — Affordable & Fun Spring Break Travel Tips for a Chicago Vacation I joined Fox 17 West Michigan to share my top picks for an affordable Chicago spring break. From the Museum Campus and Navy Pier to budget-friendly neighborhood gems, these ideas are perfect for families who want a great trip without the big price tag.
Fox 17 | March 2026 — Spring Break Ideas in Michigan with My Michigan Beach I shared my favorite family-friendly Michigan spring break destinations — from Avalanche Bay at Boyne Mountain to free gems like Grand Haven Boardwalk and Hidden Lake Gardens.
Fox 17 West Michigan: Best Chicago Spring Break Attractions
I joined Fox 17 West Michigan to share my top picks for an affordable Chicago spring break. From the Museum Campus and Navy Pier to budget-friendly neighborhood gems, these ideas are perfect for families who want a great trip without the big price tag — and I even gave away tickets to some of Chicago’s best attractions.
📺 Featured Segments 2025
Fox 32 Chicago — Good Day Chicago
Fox 32 | December 4, 2025 — How to Give the Gift of Chicago This Holiday Season I joined Good Day Chicago on Fox 32 to share uniquely Chicago experiences as holiday gift ideas — from zoo trips and iconic food finds to festive events and hometown-focused gifts that create lasting memories.
WDIV Detroit — Live in the D
WDIV | December 16, 2025 — Memory-Making Presents from Michigan Michigan experience gifts and travel-inspired holiday present ideas — because the best gifts create lasting memories.
Fox 17 West Michigan
Fox 17 | 2025 — Give the Gift of Michigan: Sweepstakes with My Michigan Beach Holiday gift ideas centered on Michigan travel experiences, plus a sweepstakes for listeners to win their own Michigan getaway.
Fox 17 | 2025 — Cheap Travel: How to Enjoy Pure Michigan Summer Destinations for Less My top picks for budget-friendly Michigan summer travel — beautiful destinations that don’t require blowing the vacation budget.
Fox 17 | 2025 — Travel Locations in Michigan to See the Fall Colors The best spots across Michigan to catch peak fall color, from the UP to the Lower Peninsula’s most scenic drives.
Fox 17 | 2025 — My Michigan Beach Introduces New Interactive Map I joined Fox 17 to introduce MyMichiganBeach.com’s new interactive beach map — a tool to help travelers find and plan Michigan beach trips.
Fox 17 | 2025 — Valentine’s Day in Michigan: Date Ideas Romantic Michigan getaway ideas and date night picks for Valentine’s Day, from cozy UP destinations to lakeside retreats.
Fox 17 | 2025 — Family-Friendly Spring Break Staycation Options in Michigan Last-minute spring break ideas for Michigan families — indoor waterparks, state parks, and affordable adventures close to home.
Fox 17 | 2025 — Planning Winter Fun with My Michigan Beach My favorite Michigan winter destinations — from snow tubing and skiing to cozy UP towns and ice fishing spots.
Fox 17 | 2025 — Holiday Fun Around Our State with My Michigan Beach Michigan holiday events, light displays, and festive destinations perfect for a family holiday road trip.
Fox 17 | 2025 — Peak Fall: Best Spots in Michigan to See Autumn Colors Where to go in Michigan for the most spectacular fall foliage — timing, locations, and scenic drive tips.
Fox 17 | 2025 — My Michigan Beach Shares End of Summer Fun + Sweepstakes Last hurrah Michigan summer destinations plus a sweepstakes to win a Michigan summer getaway.
WDIV Detroit — Live in the D
WDIV | June 4, 2025 — 4 Budget-Friendly Summer Trips to Take in Michigan My top picks for affordable Michigan summer getaways — beautiful destinations that deliver a great experience without a big price tag.
WDIV | January 24, 2025 — Experience a Winter Getaway in Michigan Why Michigan in winter is worth the trip — cozy destinations, winter activities, and hidden gems most people miss.
Fox32 Chicago – Give the Gift of Chicago
I joined Good Day Chicago on Fox 32 to share some of my favorite ways to give the gift of Chicago this holiday season. From experience gifts and iconic food finds to festive events and seasonal traditions, these ideas are perfect for anyone who loves the city — whether they live here or are visiting for the first time.
Fox 32 Chicago: Best Fall Road Trips from Chicago
I joined Good Day Chicago on Fox 32 to share some of my favorite fall road trips from Chicago. From Indiana Dunes to Pikes Peak State Park, these Midwest getaways are perfect for fall color, charming towns, and scenic drives.
Fox 17 West Michigan – Chicago Travel Tips for St. Patrick’s Day
On Fox 17’s Morning News, I shared tips for first-time visitors to Chicago during St. Patrick’s Day — from the city’s famous river dyeing to must-see parades, attractions, and food experiences.
📺 Featured Segments 2024
Fox 17 West Michigan
Fox 17 | 2024 — Travel Ideas for Spring & Summer with My Michigan Beach Spring and summer Michigan travel planning — where to go, what to do, and how to make the most of Michigan’s best seasons.
Fox 17 | 2024 — Plan Your Thanksgiving Weekend Fun with My Michigan Beach Michigan Thanksgiving weekend getaway ideas — from Frankenmuth to cozy UP towns and family-friendly holiday events.
Fox 17 | 2024 — Frightening Fun: Family-Friendly Halloween Events in Michigan The best family-friendly Halloween events across Michigan — haunted attractions, corn mazes, and fall festivals.
Fox 17 | 2024 — My Michigan Beach 2024 Beachy Award Winners + Sweepstakes Announcing MyMichiganBeach.com’s annual Beachy Award winners — Michigan’s best beaches as voted by readers.
Fox 17 | 2024 — Best Michigan Beaches to Visit to Kick Off the Summer My top Michigan beach picks for summer — organized by region and perfect for families, couples, and day-trippers.
Fox 17 | 2024 — Mitten State Themed Gift Ideas for the Holidays Michigan-made and Michigan-themed holiday gift ideas for everyone on your list who loves the Great Lakes State.
Fox 17 | 2024 — Tips for Planning Your Last-Minute Holiday Getaway Last-minute holiday travel tips — where to go in Michigan when you need a quick getaway before the new year.
Fox 17 | 2024 — Best Spots for Peak Fall Colors + Fabulous Fall Sweepstakes Michigan’s top fall color destinations plus a sweepstakes to win a fall getaway to one of the state’s most scenic spots.
Fox 17 | 2024 — Last-Minute Spring Break Staycation Ideas in Michigan Michigan spring break staycation picks for families who want adventure without getting on a plane.
WDIV Detroit — Live in the D
WDIV | March 6, 2024 — Don’t Want to Travel for Spring Break? Michigan staycation ideas for families who want a real spring break experience without the travel hassle or cost.
Fox 2 Detroit
Fox 2 Detroit | 2024 — Michigan Travel Tips I joined Fox 2 Detroit to share Michigan travel tips and destination ideas for the season.
Fox 2 Detroit | 2024 — Michigan Travel Tips I joined Fox 2 Detroit to share Michigan travel tips and destination ideas for the season.
📺 Featured Segments 2023
Fox 17 West Michigan
Fox 17 — My Michigan Beach Hosting Giveaway to Sleeping Bear Dunes I joined Fox 17 to share why Sleeping Bear Dunes is one of Michigan’s most iconic destinations — and give away a trip there.
Fox 17 — Showcasing the Upper Peninsula This Spring Spring travel in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula — hidden gems, waterfalls, and why the UP deserves more attention from travelers.
Fox 17 — Tips for Fall Travel + Fall Color Giveaway Michigan fall travel planning tips and a giveaway for a fall color road trip to the state’s most scenic destinations.
WDIV Detroit — Live in the D
WDIV | August 2, 2023 — 4 Last-Minute Michigan Getaways Four Michigan destinations you can plan and book at the last minute — perfect for a spontaneous summer adventure.
WDIV | May 11, 2023 — Travel and Experience Michigan’s Beauty An introduction to Michigan’s most beautiful travel destinations — beaches, state parks, and scenic spots worth putting on your list.
Fox 2 Detroit
Fox 2 Detroit | 2023 — Michigan Travel Tips I joined Fox 2 Detroit to share Michigan travel tips and destination ideas for the season.
WSBT South Bend
WSBT — Beach Safety Tips for Lake Michigan I joined WSBT South Bend to share important beach safety tips for Lake Michigan — including what red flag warnings mean, rip current awareness, and how to stay safe on the Great Lakes.
Radio
WNMU-FM Northern Michigan Public Radio | May 2023 — Celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week I joined Northern Michigan Public Radio to celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week — sharing what makes Michigan one of the Midwest’s most underrated travel destinations.
📺 Featured Segments 2022
WDIV Detroit — Live in the D
WDIV | October 20, 2022 — These Spectacular Colors Will Have You Falling for Autumn Michigan fall color destinations and timing tips — where to go for the most spectacular autumn foliage in the state.
Fox 2 Detroit
Fox 2 Detroit | 2022 — Michigan Travel Tips I joined Fox 2 Detroit to share Michigan travel tips and destination ideas for the season.
MSN
MSN — Winter Fun in Michigan Michigan winter travel featured on MSN — destinations and ideas for making the most of a Great Lakes winter.
MSN — Affordable Local Travel Destinations for Summer Budget-friendly Michigan summer travel featured on MSN — accessible destinations that deliver big experiences.
Every appearance is an opportunity to share what I love most about Chicago — the neighborhoods most visitors never find, the experiences worth planning a trip around, and the local perspective that makes all the difference.
If you’re a producer, editor, or brand looking to collaborate, I’d love to hear from you: info@littlechicagoguide.com