📍 Suburban Chicago Family

Come Join Our Family as We Explore the Weird & Wonderful

We're the Santos family, and we believe discovering new places with friends and family is priceless—but doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. From local gems to wacky roadside attractions, we're on a mission to explore it all.

Pearl Harbor Pearl Harbor 2025
Six Flags Six Flags fun!
Stranger Things Stranger Things tour
Giant Taco Giant Taco!
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Meet The Santos Family

The Santos Family

The whole crew, ready for adventure!

Since 2012

Just a Regular Family With a Big Sense of Adventure

We're Carl, and the Santos family—a suburban Chicago crew with a passion for exploration. Whether it's a famous landmark, a local hidden gem, or the world's largest raspberry (yes, that's a thing), we're there.

Since 2012, we've been documenting our adventures on YouTube, showing other families that memorable experiences are always within reach. No fancy plane tickets required—just curiosity and a full tank of gas.

"Roadside detours are usually the most fun. You never know what weird and wacky thing you'll discover!"

Recent Adventures

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The Big Adventure

Our 50 State Challenge

One family. One minivan. Endless memories.

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Have a question, a destination suggestion, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us a line and we'll get back to you soon.

Or email us directly at info@santoschronicles.com

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