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  1. 28-May-2002, 05:48 AM #1
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    I have worked for Southwest Airlines since 1996, most of that time in Chicago. My spouse and I have traveled the world together using my benefits. I can think of no better industry to work in.

    The City of Chicago is an exciting, vibrant place filled with many fun, interesting and educational events. The winters can be so long, cold and dreary that summer is not just a season its a festive event!

    Scroll through the next several pages for discussions, links, events, festivals, restaurants and tips. I try to keep this thread current, but even so you may run across outdated information. If so, then please let me know.

    Come visit my world-class city!

    The following links are Trip Reports on a few of my worldwide excursions:

    The Enigma that is China

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  • 27-Jun-2002, 04:53 PM #2
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    Check out the following sites for great rates on your Chicago hotel stay. These sites offer specially contracted discount rates that have beaten anything else I've found.

    www.travelocity.com
    www.expedia.com

    Be forewarned in may cases these special prices are PREPAID, CANNOT BE CANCELLED/CHANGED AND ARE NOT REFUNDABLE!!!

    Another site sponsored by the City is:www.877chicago.com or you can 1-877-CHICAGO. They include Hotels, event tickets, dining & shopping and other visitor services including maps.

    Check out all three sites before you book. Prices vary widely from site to site.




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  • 29-Aug-2002, 11:24 AM #3
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    In my efforts to keep you up-to-date on affordable hotels in downtown Chicago I overlooked one of the best options for the younger crowd (particularly students) and those on a very tight budget. Check out www.hichicago.org for information on our fantastic Hostel.

    This is a new facility opened in the fall of 2000 with 500 beds in a 7 story historic, fully renovated building. At the time the doors opened is was the largest, newest, state-of-the-art hostel facility in the world. The Chicago el is just outside your front door. Lots of information, including a tour desk is available in the lobby.

    Rates range from $20-$25 per person per night plus tax.



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  • 08-Oct-2002, 12:50 PM #4
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    Here are a few of my favorite choices, not in any particular order. Not so sure about Breakfast but here are some suggestions for lunch and dinner.

    Cheescake Factory
    Foot of the Hancock. They're easily found in other cities but still a good choice.

    Heaven on Seven on Rush
    Great Cajun! One of my favorites! Corner of Michigan and Ohio. 600 N. Michigan.

    Signature Room at the 95th
    Top of the Hancock. Very pricey but it's worth the splurge of the weather is clear. Fantastic views! Dinner reservations suggested.

    Spiaggia
    Award-winning 4-star Italian. Again pricey but the food is fantastic! 980 N. Michigan. Dinner reservations suggested.

    Lawry's Prime Rib
    If you like a good slab of meat this is a great choice! 100 E. Ontario, 1 block W. of Michigan near the corner of Rush.

    Uno's Pizzeria
    The Original! Fantastic deep dish. This is where it was invented in the 40's. 29 E. Ohio at the corner of Ohio and Wabash 2 blocks W. of Michigan.

    I hope this helps, if not let me know I have a few others to offer.



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  • 09-Oct-2002, 02:45 PM #5
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    Oh uno pizza is a must! Even eating at a uno's in pittsburgh is not the same as the oringal! For dinner head to Navy pier a ton of places not to mention at lot of 1st rate high end resturants around town. Spago's to mention one.
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  • 09-Oct-2002, 08:10 PM #6
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    As for Navy Pier, add Bubba Gump's



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  • 10-Oct-2002, 01:37 AM #7
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    Hey Randy,
    We went to Pizzeria Uno last summer and couldn't even get through a small pizza each - you yanks can eat us Brits under the table!!
    (we can DRINK you under the table, though!!....)
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    Hmmmm Uno's pizza, nothing like it, must be the water.
    BTW, you can't visit Chicago and not get a Chicago hot dog. I like Portillo's at 100 W. Ontario St.
    Bon Appetit.

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  • 10-Oct-2002, 02:38 PM #9
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    [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif[/img]Thank you I was trying to remember the name of that place and could't for the life of me. There is also another good cajan palce there that the name I can't recall.
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  • 10-Oct-2002, 05:39 PM #10
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    It wouldn't be Wishbone (1001 W. Washington Blvd.) by chance? All this talk is making me veeeeery hungry!

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