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Even if it isn’t on the cutting edge, public transport in Chicago is efficient. Using the CTA Blue Line, you can travel from the airport to the city and/or back. You can buy day tickets, 3-day or 7-day tickets (currently the 7-day ticket costs $23.00). There are ticket machines located in...
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The hot dog is a Chicago institution. Hot Doug’s takes that tradition and spins it in crazy, tasty directions. Be prepared to stand in line at this “Encased Meat Emporium” for specials ranging from Caribbean goat sausage with roasted plantains to cherry and apple...
One of the best ways to take in the sights and get a feel for the city's history as the birthplace of the modern high-rise is to take an architectural tour. The Chicago Architectural Foundation offers boat, walking and bus tours led by well-informed locals.
The Art Institute of...
For a luxury stay in Chicago, try the Waldorf Astoria (11 E. Walton, Chicago, Ill., 60611, Ph: 1-312-646-1300) or the Park Hyatt (800 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, Ill., 60611, Ph: 1-312-335-1234). You’ll find upscale accommodation at the Radisson Blu Aqua (221 N. Columbus Drive,...
The best way to navigate the city itself is to use the city's efficient public transport system, CTA, comprised of buses and elevated “L” trains with single-ride fares of US$2.25. Enquire about one, three or seven-day unlimited ride cards. Plan your trip using the CTA Trip Planner...
The main airport is O'Hare International, located 17 miles northwest of downtown. You can get downtown via an airport shuttle, such as Go Airport Express, for about US$25 one way. The cheapest (and often the fastest) option is to take the Chicago Transit Authority Blue Line “L”...
The communal dining style at Co. revolves around a common theme—bread. The owner of Co., Jim Mahey, developed his passion for bread in Italy and brought handcrafted recipes to the big city. The menu offers a variety of toasts, soup, salads, artisanal meat and cheese selections...
No trip to New York would be complete without some shopping. Pop into big-name department stores, such as Macy’s, Bloomingdales and Saks Fifth Avenue. Madison Avenue is full of celebrity designer shops. The fashionable area of SoHo is a posh outdoor mall with cobbled streets and loft-like...
You won’t be bored in the city that doesn’t sleep. Depending on your familiarity with the city and your sense of adventure, you may want to visit some of New York’s prominent landmarks or check out lesser-known attractions.
New York’s Museum Mile — which stretches...
Staying in the heart of Manhattan can be expensive but, depending on where your business takes you, it may well save you time and money in the long run. For luxury accommodation, try Hilton’s Waldorf Astoria, 301 Park Ave., New York, NY 10022-6897, Ph: +1-212-355-3000; Andaz 5th...
If you’re tempted to rent a car to get around the city, you may want to reconsider. Notoriously congested traffic, a scarcity of reasonably priced parking spaces and costly fines for violating parking rules make getting around by car a challenge. Easier and more cost-effective options are...
