Embrace American history at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Center. Take your time looking around at original documents from the Carter administration and photographs of the 39th president throughout the years. Brush up on his foreign and domestic policies, his views on environmental and social issues, and his daily life in the White House. You’ll be a Carter connoisseur by the end of the day!
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Stay a while at this Gold Coast hotel where first-class service reigns supreme. Live in 
luxury in one of the 135 guest rooms or turn it up a notch in a Penthouse suite where the 11-foot ceiling, fireplace, jacuzzi, and wet bar will make you feel like royalty! If you’re in the mood for a party later, reserve one of the four private dining rooms at Mike Ditka’s, the onsite restaurant, that can accomodate groups of 10 to 100 people.
How can you not be relaxed when there’s a heated indoor pool at your hotel? If lazing isn’t your style, hit up the 24-hour fitness center to sculpt your body into a masterpiece. Chow down at the free hot breakfast buffet or look up attractions in the surrounding area using free hi-speed internet. Free is always fun.
The view alone makes a stay at this hotel an impressively elegant experience. Each guest room boasts a magnificent view of either the Chicago River, Lake Michigan, or the city skyline. Sleep like a king on exclusive Sheraton Sweet Sleeper beds, and get squeaky clean with complimentary Bliss bath products. Plush, peaceful, and posh–Sheraton Chicago knows how to treat its guests.
Built during the “Arts and Crafts” movement of the late 19th century, this boutique hotel nestled in Chicago’s Jeweler’s Row is a work of art in itself. Relish exquisite touches like the upper floors that are made of red brick and unglazed terra cotta. Enjoy quality cuisine at the onsite Ada’s Famous Deli & Restaurant, or kick back with a cocktail at 14 Karat Lounge. The Silversmith certainly gets a gold star in our book.
Complete comfort is at your fingertips at Seneca Hotel, where Neiman-Marcus, Bloomingdale’s, and the Oak Street Boutiques are right outside your door. Take your pick from surrounding restaurants or dine in at the hotel’s Chestnut Street Cafe, The Saloon Steakhouse, or 200 East. And there’s no lack of things to do: whip yourself into shape at the fitness center or laze around on the rooftop sundeck. True bliss, we tell you.
Beef and bison are king at Ted Turner’s restaurant chain. Ted’s Montana Grill is known for its burgers — but has other great dishes like beer-can chicken, bison prime rib and cedar planked salmon. It’s comfort food done in an intimate masculine setting. The vibe is cozy with plenty of mahogany, tin ceilings and Arts and Crafts-style décor. Catch a drink here after work or bring in the family. Ted’s is always packed with people looking for a filling meal.
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Upscale Latin fusion has found its casa at Nacional 27. The high-end restaurant and bar mixes cuisine from 27 different Latin American nations! The menu is perfect for sharing – this is a great place to take a date and sip plenty of cocktails! And when dinner is over, don’t head home yet; the dining area gets transformed into the ultimate dance floor.
You’ll feel like a real resident at the Residence Inn that offers complimentary breakfast as well as a free scrumptious bbq dinner every Wednesday evening. This Inn, located in the luxe Gold Coast neighborhood, has choice sleeping accommodations that will leave you rested and ready to tackle the multitude of shops and attractions in the surrounding area. If you’re a social butterfly, flit into the gatehouse for social hour with tasty beverages and snacks. We give it two thumbs up!
It’s not room service, it’s Renaissance Savvy Service. Treat yourself to the abundance of exclus
ive services at this O’Hare hotel near Rosemont that will have you leaning back in carefree bliss in no time. Dine at the delicious on-site restaurant, Fresh, or get your caffeine fix at the Starbucks inside the hotel. There’s also R Bar if coffee shops aren’t your cup of tea. There’s event space galore for the business folk, and plenty of luxury to go around.
As the premier Chicago luxury hotel, the Renaissance is an urban sanctuary embodying the 
sophisticated ambiance of a uniquely upscale hotel. Nestled in the heart of the city, this downtown Chicago hotel is conveniently located near the Windy City’s top attractions on the north edge of the historic Loop. Breathtaking skyline views and luxurious surroundings highlight the trendy guest rooms at this refined Chicago, Illinois hotel, offering the latest in style and comfort. You can’t help but throw your cares to the wind at this Chicago Loop luxury hotel that specializes in relaxation. Spend some time at the Rejuvenation Center where you can float around in the pool or enjoy spa treatments that will rejuvenate the body and soul. For first-rate entertainment, there’s no need to go further then the Lobby Lounge, which offers great live jazz. Head to Great Street Restaurant for food that is satisfying, sophisticated, and thoroughly scrumptious. Or opt to explore downtown Chicago, that’s always an option.
Who wouldn’t want to stay at a hotel awarded a AAA 4 Diamond rating? Surrounded on all sides by upscale shops, restaurants, and attractions like the Chicago Botanic Gardens, Renaissance North Shore is truly a lavish experience. From the lobby to the guest rooms, the place was designed for comfort. A renaissance, indeed.
A plasma screen television in every room is certainly grounds for a four-star rating! Ma
ke your vacation as memorable as can be at this hotel where luxury and comfort reign. Dine at the delicious 676 restaurant, stroll along the scenic lakefront, or find your inner fashionista at the stylish shops on Michigan Avenue. Or, you know, get your fill of that plasma hanging in your room before check out time.
You’ll be treated like royalty at this landmark hotel on the Magnificent Mile that is more posh than posh. The walls are adorned with linen-like wallcoverings, Lucite bedside lamps set the extravagant guest rooms aglow, and, of course, there’s the renowned Crystal Ballroom with its illuminated dance floor, crystal chandeliers, and gilded domed ceiling that is absolutely otherworldly. And if it’s drinks you want, it’s drinks you will get at the Martini Bar that features a selection of over 50 martinis! What more could you ask for?
You’ll be surrounded by activity at the Marriot Oak Brook, located right across from to-die-for 
shopping at the OakBrook Center and a mere 25 minutes from the pleasant hub hub of downtown Chicago. With the hotel’s luxurious amenities, you and your family will be well accounted for. Dine at 1401 West, the on-site restaurant, or grab a cup of Joe at the cafe. Pump iron at the fitness center and then soothe your muscles in the whirlpool. If business has brought you to Oak Brook, there are 17 meeting rooms with 18,600 sq. ft. of space for conferences. Your every need will be taken care of.
Stay a while at this hotel in historic Lincolnshire that’s right near the happening downtown area and business-oriented North Shore. It’s true what they say about breakfast being the most important meal of the day, so get your fill at the Courtyard Cafe’s hot buffet. If you’re too stuffed to sightsee, try lounging in the indoor pool or soaking in the whirlpool. If you’re not up for aquatic action, surf the Internet in one of the 146 guest rooms that seem to be made especially for relaxation.
Vacation is all about pampering. Spoil yourself silly at this hotel with an indoor pool, on-site Starbucks Coffee Shop, and an upscale american restaurant that will have your mouth watering the minute you’re seated. Enjoy high-speed internet access and 3,700 square feet of conference space. And the Magnificent Mile is right outside your door.
If you can take your eyes off of the 32 inch HD flat screen television in your plush guest 
room, make sure to take full advantage of the hotel’s fitness center, indoor and heated outdoor pools, whirlpool, and sauna. Chow down for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Basil’s Bistro, and later on, sip on a cocktail in the lounge. For the event planners among us, there are 14 meeting rooms to set up a fete or business gathering. Oh, and it’s just 20 minutes from O’Hare International! Although, who said anything about leaving?
Didn’t get the chance to finish everything up at the office before you flitted away on vacation? Don’t worry, this International Airport 
hotel has spacious work spaces and wireless internet. Food is also at your convenience at The Bistro, the lobby restaurant that is delicious and, literally, right inside your door. There’s also complimentary shuttle service. Ah, icing on the cake.
Rest assured you’ll get your beauty sleep at this magnificent Chicago hotel on the Magnificent Mile that can count designer duvets as one of its many luxurious amenities. Once you’ve explored the dynamic downtown area, take some downtime and see what’s on your flat screen TV. Want to schedule an event? Ever so easy! With 65,000 square feet of venue space, you can plan anything from a wedding to a business fete. If you can leave the comfort of your designer-clad bed, that is.
Pack up the family and take the ultimate vacation at this hotel right near 
O’Hare International that serves up award-winning cuisine at its restaurant Allgaure’s on the Riverfront. Savor the food and the gorgeous artwork that compliments the sophisticated décor as you dig in to your entrée that’s bound to be excellent. Take a spla sh in the pool or simply stay in. Relaxation meets culinary magic!
Just 3 miles from O’Hare International and 1 mile from the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, this airport hotel is quite convenient. Enjoy free wirele
s s Internet in your room, and get a taste of fantastic food at the on site Great American Grill.
The rooftop fitness center on the 30th floor is enough to win us over with its heated indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, and stellar view of Lake Michigan. If fitness isn’t you
r forte, sit back with a glass of wine at the Down Bar or feast on succulent steak at Mrs. Park’s Tavern. Keep in mind that there’s a Business Center and professional catering team for conferences. They’ve got it all.
Hotel Indigo is a sight for sore eyes with its vibrant décor that 
will rejuvenate travel-weary guests and put them at ease instantly. Each room is an artistic specimen, and the bathrooms are more like spas with their oxygenic showers, teak benches, and Aveda bath products. Just blocks from Michigan Avenue, you’ll have access to the best of the Windy City at this bijou of a hotel in the Gold Coast neighborhood.
Relish the rich culture of Chicago at this deluxe hotel in historic Printer’s Ro
w. Browse at upscale department stores and boutiques on State Street, or enjoy the stunning vista from exceptionally large suite windows. When hunger sets in, feast on renowned chef Shawn Mclain’s culinary concoctions at Custom House located in the lobby. At Hotel Blake, there’s nothing at stake!
A good host always feeds her guests. Enjoy the complimentary Suite Start breakfast in the Lodge then de-stress at the end of the day with the hotel’s Welcome Home dining reception that includes a light meal and drinks, Monday through Thursday. Your home away from home…with free meals.
You’ll wish you were on permanent holiday at this hotel in the heart of the city. Tho
ugh the rooms are the epitome of chic comfort, you’ll have to venture outdoors to visit famed sites just blocks away like Sears Tower, Civic Opera House, Grant Park, the Field Museum, and President Obama’s house in the Hyde Park Kenwood area. Oh, the places you’ll go!
Experience the Windy City in its urban entirety at this high-rise hotel that offers sweeping city views and much, much more. The surrounding River North area offers restaurants and stores galore for visitors who hold shopping highest. When your feet get tired of exploring, take a dip in the hotel’s indoor pool or retire early to a comfy room equipped with high-speed Internet. Long live luxury!
Make like a rock star and check in to this hotel that will pamper you as if you
were an A-lister. Take your pick from perks like the concierge car service that will set you up with a luxury vehicle of your choice, or spend the evening at China Grill, where the food is as delicious as the Hard Rock experience. It’s not every day you get to live like a star.
Ramada Chicago Hotel offers the excitement of Chicago at a great location! Located only ten minutes from downtown Chicago, overlooking Lake Michigan and near McCormick Place Conv
ention Center the Ramada Chicago Hotel offers you a great value. Whether you are coming to visit Navy Pier, any of the Chicago Museums including Chicago Museum of Science and Industry or attending a White Sox or Chicago Cubs baseball game, this Chicago Hotel offers you an affordable hotel with breathtaking views that any other Chicago Hotel would charge you three times as much! This family oriented Chicago hotel is just across the street from a beach, just two blocks from the Metra Train so you don’t have to pay exorbitant parking fees in downtown Chicago and is close and convenient to all of what Chicago has to offer!
InterContinental Chicago is a lot like the city itself: historic but hip, refined but relaxed, cultured but comfortable. A member of Michigan Avenue’s architectural elite since 1929, our hotel is within easy reach of Chicago’s incomparable museums, stores, theatres and restaurants. Navy Pier, Shedd Aquarium and Oak Street Beach are minutes away.
This luxurious Chicago hotel and conference center charms business travelers and vacationing families alike with a unique combination of high-speed efficiency and exceptional home-style hospitality. From a breakfast seminar for 25 to a fairytale wedding for 450, to a business conference for 1,000, or a poolside summer soiree, make the Doubletree Hotel Chicago your next destination.
Relax and enjoy our fine accommodations such as the indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, breakfast room as well as the business room. Conveniently located only minutes away from downtown Chicago and its attractions such as shops, schools, universities, hospitals, banks and restaurants.
Twosomes and families can compare human romance to that of other species during the Philadelphia Zoo’s Wild at Heart Valentine’s Day-themed weekend, featuring a self-guided tour of the most famous couples and animals at the nation’s first zoo. February 12-13.
3400 W. Girard Avenue, (215) 243-5254, phillyzoo.org
We love the Big Apple not only for the fabulous fashion finds, but also for its fantastic food. And now, visitors to NYC can have both when they visit Giorgio Armani’s latest venture, Armani Ristorante. The fashion heavyweight may cause you to expand your waistline; his restaurant features tempting cuisine and is set atop his flagship store, with spectacular views of the city. A day of shopping topped off with an indulgent meal while gazing out at the New York scene below? Sounds like the perfect NYC afternoon to us.
A unique specialty cigar store where you can enjoy a cuban while relaxing on a leather couch in the smoke lounge. The store features cigars for every taste as well as tobacco pipes, for the more sophisticated gent. The store boasts cigar and pipe accessories galore, and even men’s products such as cufflinks and money clips. Join the diverse crowd at this men’s tobacco oasis.
For the oldest vintage clothing store in Atlanta, Stefan’s Vintage Clothing features a collection that is anything but outdated. Some of Atlanta’s best dressed and the world’s biggest fashion icons have come here to get their one of a kind finds like Twiggy, James Dean, Carol Lombard, and even a young Elvis!
Since 1977, this store has been bursting at the seams with unique looks from the beginning of the 20th century to the 1970’s. Stefan’s Vintage has everything you would dream about from a vintage store, like elegant evening gowns from the 1920s and 1930s, men’s and women’s suits from the 1960s, funky bowling shirts, tuxedos, and fabulous costume jewelry.