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A Different Way to Spend Christmas Day…Chinese Dinner & a Movie

For some, Christmas Day means cookies, celebrations and presents. For others, it means soggy white takeout containers and theater seating because those are the only places open. This year, aria restaurant inside Fairmont Chicago, Millennium Park planned something better for those who don’t celebrate the holiday or just opt for the non-traditional route, a delicious Chinese meal and a movie.

On Christmas Day, the Fairmont Hotel Chicago, Millennium Park and their award-winning restaurant, aria, invite guests to partake in their “Chinese Dinner and a Movie,” complete with a pristine three-course prix-fixe menu and tickets to a show at the nearby, state-of-the-art AMC River East Theater. Guests get to choose one option from each of the following courses: Read more…

Swissôtel Chicago Undergoing $10 Million Renovation

Big changes are coming to Swissôtel Chicago! Starting early December, the Four Diamond hotel will revitalize its lobby and classic meeting space, pulling inspiration from its original architect, Harry Weese, to create a modern design with natural elements that reflect the hotel’s Swiss heritage.

Guests will see one of the biggest changes right at the start of their stay. Check-in pods will replace the bulky front desk giving guests a more welcoming experience. The pod design allows the hotel’s team members to intentionally engage with the customers in the true sense of Swiss hospitality. Every front desk agent will work from a laptop computer, giving them the flexibility to interact with guests even when they are away from their pod. The concierge will also be armed with iPads for quick access to all necessary information a guest may need to know. Read more…

Southampton Inn : The Perfect Year Round Family Getaway

One of the best ways to experience the Hamptons is taking a family vacation during the Fall and Winter seasons.

Now that summer is over, Hamptons’ residences and visitors alike are savoring the peace and quiet of these months.

After Labor Day, Hamptons’ communities emerge and offer seasonal based activities such as pumpkin mazes, apple picking, museum programs, Fall foliage, local plays, and winery tours in addition to the annual Hamptons International Film Festival.

Every year, local farm stands and vineyards offer fresh produce and plentiful harvests. The beaches are still beautiful and the water stays warm through the end of October.

The Southampton Village has a small-town American feel, and offers a variety of boutiques, shops, restaurants, galleries, museums, beaches and vineyards. One of the best places to stay year round is the Southampton Inn. Read more…

Chill Out In New York This Winter – With Apple Core Hotels

New York is well-loved in the run up to Christmas for its flamboyant, festive decorations, amazing shopping and iconic giant tree at the Rockefeller Center. However, its lesser-known attractions and key winter events make it a must-visit city from as early as October, right through to February. What’s more, The Hotel @ Times Square invites visitors to enjoy all that this snowy city offers without freezing their cash flow!

The Hotel @ Times Square provides a comfortable and affordable base in the heart of Midtown Manhattan and is situated close to the Rockefeller Center. Hotel amenities include free Continental breakfast, free wi-fi Internet access, free national phone calls, a fitness centre and bar. Children aged 12 and under stay free of charge.

This cheap and chic hotel is offering stays this winter starting from US$134.99 per room (approx. £84 per room), based on two sharing, subject to availability. To book, please call (freephone) 0808 178 6363 or visit www.thehotelattimessquare.com. Flights and accommodation taxes excluded.

Five Hotels Within 15 Minutes of Chicago’s O’Hare

From the unnecessary stress to the interruption of your schedule, flight cancellations and delays can quickly put a damper on any trip, business or pleasure. Instead of camping out on the carpeted floor of your terminal, a quick cab ride can whisk you away to some of the best hotels in Chicagoland. With one of these five hotels located 15 minutes or less from O’Hare, you can’t go wrong!

Hyatt Rosemont
With plush down bedding in every one of the 206 luxurious, boutique-style guestrooms, you will feel right at home at the Hyatt Rosemont. The complimentary shuttle to and from O’Hare is perfect for guests looking to get back to the airport on short notice. The Hyatt Rosemont is located at 6350 N. River Road, Rosemont, IL.

Chicago Marriott Schaumburg
Keep entertained at this hotel with the many attractions nearby such as Woodfield Mall and the Arlington Park Race Track. Onsite Italian eateries, like BlueFire Grille and Bevande Lounge, are the perfect places to unwind after a stressful day of travel. The Chicago Marriott Schaumburg is located at 50 N. Martingale Road, Schaumburg, IL. Read more…