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Chicago in Spring

An April 2000 trip to Chicago by deezee

Quote: I have been to Chicago numerous times but my beloved has not and since a friend of his was visiting there for 3 months we decided to cross the Mississippi and say hey!
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Chicago in Spring Best of IgoUgo

Overview

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I've been to Chi-town many times and consider it to be a smaller, cleaner version of New York - in the midwest! Besides the wind (useless trivia: The "Windy city" moniker is not because of the weather; it originated in the early 1900's when Chicago was full of politicians who, like they are today, are known for being long-winded and blowing lots of air.) Anyway, I have loads of friends who live there so seeing them is always a highlight, as was going to a White Sox game, The Signature Room, Michigan Avenue and watching a Mel Gibson movie get filmed under our hotel window.Quick Tips: Do not go in the winter if you can help it. Even though windy city has nothing to do with the weather, Chicago...Read More

Hotel Burnham - A Kimpton Hotel Best of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Hotel Burnham"

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This newly renovated hotel in the heart of downtown Chicago is plush with royal blue velvet and gold. The service is impeccable and the rooms are worth more than the money you pay for them. Thick bathrobes for the oversize tub, gorgeous four-poster beds with gold comforters and tons of pillows. You won't want to leave the confines of the Egyptian cotton sheets but with a view of Marshall Field's from the window it will be hard to stay inside. Did I mention free wine every night at 6? Truly a gem.

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 25, 2000

Hotel Burnham - A Kimpton Hotel
1 WEST WASHINGTON
Chicago, Illinois 60602
312-782-1111

Signature Room Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "The Signature Room"

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Almost as tall as the Sears Tower but much more civilized the Signature room offers drinks (about $10 for a beer!) and food, with a breakfast buffet. Surrounded by windows the view of the city is spectacular, especially on a clear day. It is a pleasure to sip drinks while taking in the view of all sides of the cityscape - plus unlike the Sears Tower it is free to get in.

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 25, 2000

Signature Room
875 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60611
(312) 787-9596

Chicago Trolley Tours Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Chicago White Sox Game"

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Unlike Wrigley Field, Comiskey is in the middle of nowhere. They have redone the stadium and it now features better parker and more luxury boxes. Unfortunately the night we went it was cold and none of us were prepared for it but our seats had waitress service including hot drinks and alcohol. Plus the Sox won so it was worth it and little did we know at the start of the season how good they would actually turn out to be. The seats are reasonably priced and it is always fun to see a baseball game in a new city.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on July 25, 2000

Chicago Trolley Tours
1709 South Prairie Ave (office)
Chicago, Illinois 60658
(773) 648-5000

900 North Michigan Shops Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Michigan Avenue or The Magnificent Mile"

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One mile of some of the best shopping in the country. Put on your comfy shoes and take a stroll past stores like Coach, FAO Schwarz, Crate and Barrel, Neiman Marcus, Bloomies, Sax, Cartier, Tiffany and more. Also make time to visit the Art Institute, Hancock Tower, Water Tower (for more stores) and check out the lovely Chicago River. Plus you can stop in the Wrigley building and visit the major two newspapers of Chicago the Tribune and Sun Times.

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 25, 2000

900 North Michigan Shops
900 North Michigan Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60611
+1 312 915 3916

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