Chicago

Chicago might not be the first place you think of for a luxury getaway. As a local, I may be a bit biased, but if you love great food and fabulous five-star luxury hotels, you need to get here. Did I mention that it’s an easy flight from just about anywhere in the US? Yes, winters can be cold, but with these hotels you don’t need to go anywhere but down to the spa. There are so many amazing five star hotels in Chicago that it was a challenge to pick my top 5, but here they are! Weekend away, planned.

There’s something magical about Christmastime in Chicago. Not even the Grinch could resist feeling festive amidst the twinkling lights, ice skating, Christmas markets, and beautifully decorated hotels and restaurants. A Christmastime trip to Chicago will leave you feeling like a kid again!

Chicago is a city full of culture, incredible food, shopping and entertainment. It also is home to some of the most luxurious hotels in the world. I’ve been lucky enough to spend time in what I would consider the top tier luxury hotels in Chicago and am ready to spill details on all of the best kept rooms and suites, spas, amenities and secrets with others to enjoy as well.

Chicago – the Second City, the Windy City, City by the Lake, My Kind of Town. Whatever Chicago is to you, for me it is home! I recently had the pleasure to book a three-day corporate group for some clients in my home city, and no matter the season, Chicago has a lot to offer to groups of all sizes. Reach out to me for help booking your group trip to Chicago!

Chicago is such a great US city destination no matter the time of year. However, it's especially great in the spring, summer and fall. Whether you like to get outdoors and spend time biking and adventuring out on the water, or you love to shop until you drop and consider yourself a certified foodie, Chicago has it all. It's a great city for family visits, romantic getaways, bachelor and bachelorette parties or just a long weekend away from home!

I fell in love with Chicago the first time I saw the beautiful night skyline from an airplane window! I moved to Chicago for college in 1995 and it has been my home ever since. Chicago is truly welcoming, vibrant and a foodie paradise! The food, architecture, music, theatre and energy will endear you to the “Windy City.” It’s a unique city, equally gritty and refined, down-to-earth and lively. A trip to Chicago is for anyone who wants to enjoy divine views, great food, live music or theatre and fine people.

I had the pleasure of visiting the Chicago Athletic Association hotel. This hotel is located directly across from Millennium Park/Grant Park (where the Lollapalooza is hosted). Originally, this hotel was an athletic club for Chicago men. One of the founders was William Wrigley, so you will see the classic C design throughout the space. This hotel represents the old-school Chicago culture and design through and through.

We love to do big things in Chicago. The birthplace of the skyscraper and a hub of innovation, Chicago is a city where big and bold ideas come to life. Our legacy of hosting unforgettable events dates all the way back to the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. From world-class music festivals like Lollapalooza to iconic sporting events such as the Chicago Marathon and the annual St. Patrick's Day Celebration, the Windy City pulls out all the stops. Whether you're here for music, sports, festivals, business or shopping, staying downtown puts you in the heart of the action. Luckily, you don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy it all. Here’s your locally-curated complete guide to stylish yet affordable hotels, each under $300 per night, so you can experience Chicago’s best without breaking the bank.

I came to Chicago for a business and had a tour of this lovely Viceroy Hotel. I have stayed in several hotels all over Chicago and this one is a standout.

Chicago is a large metropolis located in the Mid-West of the United States that hosts a vast opportunity to learn about history or immerse yourself with art. Chicago developed into the expansive city that we know today and is popular for its walkability and convenient transit options to tour is town. You can spend time on the river walks surrounded by aesthetically designed skyscrapers, tour the streets and view wonderfully crafted artistry, or connect with locals over delicious deep-dish pizza.