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From New York City’s glittering skyline to the heartwarming traditions of Chicago, the best places for ice skating offer unforgettable experiences. If gliding through the Windy City’s towering skyscrapers is on your bucket list, don’t miss the Maggie Daley Park Skating Ribbon. Unique to Chicago, the ribbon is a winding ice-covered path twice the length...

Metro Self Storage began its journey into solar-powered energy in 2014 after acquiring two storage facilities in the Minneapolis, Minnesota market with rooftop solar panels. After learning the advantages of operating a large-scale rooftop solar installation, we began working on ways to develop and expand our solar programs and green initiatives across our portfolio of...

As the songs tell you, you can’t beat home for the holidays. While you finish wrapping your presents and packing your bags for your trip home, don’t forget crucial preparations to ensure a safe journey. This blog post will offer a step-by-step guide to preparing for a winter road trip, including tips for winter vehicle...

With Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and other winter holidays just around the corner, it’s time to start decorating. There is nothing quite like a beautiful outdoor light display to get you into the holiday spirit, but it’s hard to know where to start when setting up your own winter wonderland.  Metro Self Storage’s household storage team...

As the temperature drops and the first snowflakes start falling, winter is the ideal time for families to explore outdoor activities with their loved ones. Families in the Midwest, especially in states like Illinois and Wisconsin, greet cold temperatures with warm winter clothing, boots, and gloves. All are must-haves to keep everyone in good spirits....

Summer’s over, and the days are getting shorter and colder, but autumn and winter are still a great time to go camping. Winter camping offers a lot of perks, too. It’s invigorating, and there are fewer crowds (and bugs!), giving you an opportunity to enjoy a different side of mother nature. Camping outdoors in the...