Chicago: Great City on the Great Lakes

Chicago, located on the southern banks of Lake Michigan, is the prefect summer destination. The third largest city in the United States with almost three million residents, Chicago has something for everyone. The summer climate is mild with average high temperature in the mid-eighties.

Boasting two major league baseball teams, numerous museums, theaters, a symphony orchastra and along with an infinite number of dining options in Chicago make nonstop entertainment possible. Many events are within the heart of downtown and accessible by foot as well as a public transportation system of elevated trains and buses for longer distances.

Accomadations range from historic bed and breakfast inns to modern hotels with all the ammenities making Chicago ideal for the weekend get away or the week long family vacation.

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