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"Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not." RalphWaldo Emerson


Real Name: Judy
Lives In: Chicago, US
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Chicago - It's my kind of town

by jmhenry1123 - last update: Oct 27, 2005

Considering that it is my hometown I should know it best.

Also known as the Second City, in my opinion we are second to no one. From the magnificent architecture, beautiful Lake Michigan, rich history and delicious cuisine, Chicago stands up to the challenge of any city.

There is always something to do. Sporting events year round offered by the Chicago Cubs, White Sox, Bulls, Blackhawks and Fire. Fine arts from the Art Institute of Chicago, Symphony Center, Lyric Opera, and playhouses offer world class art, music and theatre.

The cuisine satisfies the hungriest to the most fickle eater. Thick steaks to calm the hungry lion, global cuisine from China, India, Mexico, Italy in quaint neighborhoods.

Don't forget to cruise the Magnificent Mile for some tempting window shopping.
White Sox win the world series!

HOME TO THE WORLD SERIES WINNERS CHICAGO WHITE SOX

Congratulations World Series Champion Chicago White Sox!

This is a milestone for Chicago! The White Sox have not won a world series since 1917. This is history making!

AC Milan vs Chicago Fire

July 27 - Soldier Field, Chicago IL!!!

So excited, must purchase tickets ASAP!!!

Sad, sad news.....landmark department store, Marshall Field's name will change to Macy's. The evil Federated corporation is destroying Chicago history!

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Pros:"A world class city with midwest charm"
Cons:"Winter can be a little bit of a hassle with traffic, but the city still looks beautiful."
In A Nutshell:"We may not be New York City but I wouldn't want to live anywhere else."
jmhenry1123's Chicago Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 11 - Photos: 6
 
Restaurants
Tips: 11 - Photos: 1
Hotels & Accommodations
 
Nightlife
Tips: 10 - Photos: 1
Off The Beaten Path
Tips: 4
 
Tourist Traps
Tips: 1
Warnings Or Dangers
 
Transportation
Tips: 2
Local Customs
Tips: 3
 
Packing ListsShopping
Tips: 3
 
Sports Travel
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
General Tips
Tips: 1

Comments for jmhenry1123 about Chicago
DSwede Mon Mar 13, 2006 18:42 UTC
 Good to see another Chicago face! Its my homebase. Just finished celebrating pre-St Pat's and will have to do it again next week...
dejavu2gb Sat Jan 28, 2006 11:30 UTC
 Great Page on Chicago... Next time I visit I want to vist the Fountain, I did not see it when I went ther on my first visit... I remember it from the opening of Married with Children...!
Martman Sat Jan 7, 2006 23:11 UTC
 I agree with everything you say. Visited Chicago few months ago, nicest holiday ever had
RickinDutch Wed Nov 23, 2005 17:34 UTC
 Ah, those White Sox! Nice tips on your home town. Birthday greetings from ALaska!
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