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Paid campaign: branded video content for a national wellness brand.
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Hi, I'm Coco
Travel + lifestyle,
Travel + lifestyle,
Chicago and
beyond.
I'm Courtney Hindo, a childfree millennial creator sharing travel + lifestyle, Chicago and beyond: Chicago and suburban experiences, the food actually worth leaving the house for, trips taken the adult way, and the pop culture moments everyone's talking about, always honestly reviewed.
The short versionIf I wouldn't spend my own Friday night on it, I won't tell you to spend yours on it either.
Chicago and beyondBased in Chicago's southwest suburbs
Childfree / DINKAdult-first food, travel & experiences
Dog mom × 2Marty (11) & Chandler (6)
24M+
All-time views across my content
12.8M
Views on my top Reel alone
16.3K
Instagram followers · @cocoloses
343K
Facebook views every 90 days
1.38M
Views in the last 30 days
19.5K
Facebook followers · CocoLoses
6.2K
TikTok followers · 282K likes
87%
US-based audience
Who's watching: a majority-women audience that plans the trips, books the tables, and does the buying, with Chicago as my top city, and every Instagram post crossposting to Facebook, so nothing lives on just one app. Stats from my media kit, October 2026.
I have to say, the best weeks have a little of everything: a trip, a great dinner, and something fun to see! That is what I share here, from Chicago and the suburbs to wherever we travel next.
Coco
Trips & getaways
Travel
Travel the childfree way: where to stay, what to book, and what's actually worth the splurge. I share trips the way I plan them, adult first, with honest notes on the hotels, the food, and the experiences once I'm home.
From Spain to a weekend in Ottawa, planned like an adult and reported honestly.
◆Spain: Seville and beyond, including the Alcázar
◆Past travel partner: Faro Blanco Resort, Marathon, FL (Hilton Curio Collection)
◆Closer to home: weekend getaways like Ottawa, plus my Worth the Drive? verdicts: see my series
Food & drink
Dining
If it's edible or drinkable, I'm trying it! The new opening in Naperville, the cocktail menu, the place in Downers Grove everyone keeps mentioning.
Every spot gets a straight verdict, because a recommendation only means something if you'll also hear it from me when a place isn't worth it.
◆New openings: I show up early and post fast
◆Cocktails & drinks: the menus worth knowing about, from cocktails to spirits
Nights out & events
Entertainment
Theatre nights, seasonal events, openings, and experiences worth planning a night around. This is where Date Night in the Burbs lives, along with the one-off nights that don't fit a series but are too good not to share!
◆Theatre: Drury Lane in Oak Brook, Broadway In Chicago, and Broadway in New York
◆Big nights out: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, openings, and seasonal events
◆Date Night in the Burbs: my standing series with Taylor: see the series lineup
Trends & moments
Pop culture
The viral food, the pop culture moment, the thing everyone's talking about, tried by a suburban millennial who will tell you if it lives up to it. This is where Coco Tries It lives, plus quick, honest takes on the moments everyone is sharing right now!
◆Coco Tries It: my trending series: see how it works
◆Viral food & products: tried, rated, and given a straight verdict: believe the hype, or save your money
◆The moment: the shows, movies, and releases everyone's talking about this week
◆For brands: product launches and limited-time menus with a moment attached book here, while the trend is still moving
Past work
Brands I've already worked with
Paid campaigns, hosted visits, and opening nights, national brands and suburban favorites alike. When I post a place, my audience puts it on their list.
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DoorDash
Paid campaigns all through 2025 and 2026, including the Fallin' Into Place campaign.
RepeatPaid partner
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Sargento
Food and entertaining content: recipes and hosting moments built for saves and shares.
FoodCategory
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Jewel-Osco
Two Reels plus Stories: grocery and entertaining content, including Original Crumbs colossal cupcakes at Jewel-Osco.
Grocery& entertaining
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Jet's Pizza
Detroit-style pizza Reel, a suburban staple, featured the way my audience actually orders it.
RestaurantFeature
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Naansense, Naperville
Hosted grand opening dinner at the Indian spot in Naperville, openings are a specialty: I show up early and post fast.
LocalGrand opening
Also on my feed: Sugar Factory · Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook · Mazda USA · Honeylove · Casey's · Andy's Frozen Custard · Florastor · Village of Oswego. I'm also an LTK creator: shop my posts and travel staples in my LTK shop.
“We love the post… we absolutely loved the video. We couldn't be happier that you had a genuinely great experience.”
“We loved your video! Thank you so much! We're excited to potentially partner up with you in the future!”
“I love what you always do with your reels. You always sound so genuine and we love that! I'm very happy we're working with you.”
Work with me
For brands who want Chicago and beyond, honestly
I take on a small number of partnerships at a time, and only for places and products I'd genuinely spend my own money on. That's the deal, and it's why the recommendations work.
- 🎬Dedicated ReelA full feature in my voice, filmed on a real visit, with an honest verdict.
- 📱Reel + StoriesThe Reel, plus day-of Stories taking followers along in real time.
- ✨A spot in a seriesDate Night in the Burbs, Worth the Drive?, or Coco Tries It, built into a format followers already trust.
- 🎥UGC contentCreator-shot video for your own channels, in the same authentic style.
- 🥂Events & openingsCoverage of openings, seasonal menus, and special events, suburban first.
The best fit for my audience
- Suburban Chicago restaurants, bars & experiences
- High-end restaurants worth the trip downtown
- Hotels & adult-focused travel
- Food & drink brands, including spirits
- Pet brands for Marty & Chandler
- Home & lifestyle for suburban couples
Rates and availability are shared on request: use the inquiry builder below and I'll reply with everything you need.
Media kit available on request. My full kit has the numbers, the audience, and the work: email me and I'll send it over.
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Good to know
Before you ask
Where do you cover?
Chicago's suburbs first: Naperville, Oak Brook, Downers Grove, Plainfield, Shorewood, Joliet, Burr Ridge, Geneva and around, plus downtown Chicago.
Do you post honest reviews, or only positive ones?
Honest ones. Every series ends with a straight verdict, and partnerships don't change that: if something isn't right, we talk about it before anything posts. That honesty is the whole reason the recommendations convert.
Can Taylor and the dogs be in it?
Often, yes. Date Night content is built around Taylor, and Marty and Chandler are regulars for pet and home brands. Just say so in your inquiry and we'll plan for it.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can: tentpole moments and travel fill first. For a standard Reel, a few weeks' lead time is ideal so the visit can be a real night out, not a rush job.