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DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - This comfortable Hampton Inn & Suites is conveniently situated near the Marcus 16 Cinema IMAX, Dave & Busters, Famous Dave's and Home Run Inn pizza. We are 18 miles west of downtown Chicago and 10 miles from O'Hare, located off I-355 at Lake Street.
The Hilton Garden Inn Addison is located only 11 miles from O'Hare and 22 miles from Midway Airport. Certain to please executive travelers are the hotel's wide array of amenities including complimentary high-speed internet, in-room hospitality center, Herman Miler chairs and much more!
Howard Johnson Hotel in Addison has two meeting room. The largest is 500 sq.ft., Smoking rooms available; continental breakfast included in rate; free shuttle to/from O'Hare airport; free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly.
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago-Alsip
193 Rooms. Full service hotel located near Midway Airport in the Chicago Southland area.
100 rooms. Seven suites. Valet. Business center. Exercise facilities. Complimentary breakfast. Special amenities incluse microwave and refrigerator in all rooms, 33cable stations. Located eight miles south of Midway Airport.
The Baymont Inn is pleased to provide our guests with exceptional service. We are an incorridor property with 3 floors. Whether you are here for business or leisure, we have many amenities at an affordable price.
Limited-service hotel - entertainment and shopping nearby - continental breakfast - Free local phone calls - 30 minutes from airports and downtown Chicago. Many discounts offered.
Nice, clean, newly decorated rooms. Cable TV and very low rates. Easy access to highway and restaurants nearby.
Presidential Inn & Suites Motel - Alsip
This inn offers spacious standard, double, queen and king guestrooms. Non-smoking rooms available.
This property has 20 guest rooms that include free parking, Wi-Fi access as well as microwave and refrigerator availability.
Wingate By Wyndham Arlington Heights
Complimentary continental hot breakfast, free airport and local shuttle (Monday through Friday), whirlpool, exercise room, guest laundry, Jacuzzi suites, and meeting rooms available. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access throughout the hotel. 5 miles from Schaumburg Convention Center. Easy access to I-90. Minutes away from O'Hare Airport. Only 3 miles from Woodfield Mall. Complimentary Manager's Reception Monday through Thursday.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Red Roof Inn Chicago - O'Hare Airport
In a terrific suburban Chicago location, Red Roof Chicago-O'Hare Airport/Arlington Heights is conveniently located off of I-90, just 2 miles from Woodfield Mall, 4 miles from Arlington Park Raceway, 6.8 miles from O'Hare Airport, 7 miles from Allstate Arena, 8 miles from Rosemont Arena, and near many restaurants and shops. All rooms offer free WiFi. Superior and Deluxe rooms offer microwave & refrigerator. Free coffeehouse-style coffee and tea in the lobby. This location offers premium channels including ESPN and HBO.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Courtyard By Marriott Chicago Arlington Heights North
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, we are the key to a fabulous trip. Featuring a healthy breakfast with hot items, eggs cooked-to-order, as well as a selection of ala carte items, freshly prepared and reasonably priced. Now with free high-speed internet access.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Jameson Suites - Arlington Heights
Free hot/cold breakfast buffet, also Japanese breakfast items, Japanese TV and newspapers, free WiFi, whirlpool. Extended stays welcome. King & Double/Double bed rooms with sofa sleeper. Executive Suites available.. Complimentary O'Hare shuttle and shuttle provided in a 5 mile radius. Work-out facility plus complimentary Health Club passes. New Dreamium Bedding. Renovation 2008-2009. Next to Mitsuwa Marketpalce.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Days Inn & Suites Arlington Heights
Located northwest of downtown Chicago, close to Arlington International Racecourse and the Village of Long Grove. We are centrally located to several major corporate centers, including Motorola and Federal Express. Just a few miles away is the Metra Station for trains to Downtown Chicago venues.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Arlington Heights - South
Located off I-90, Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Arlington Heights - South has an indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness center, restaurant serving breakfast, free high-speed internet. This is a non-smoking property.
CITY:Arlington Heights
DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - Arlington Heights
Our newly renovated hotel located in Chicago's Northwest Business Corridor is close to all major attractions including great shopping centers. The hotel features complimentary high-speed internet access in each guest room, complimentary 24-hour business center, and complimentary shuttle to O'Hare and the surrounding 5 miles (subject to availability). With over 8600 square feet of flexible meeting space, the DoubleTree Hotel can accommodate events small and large with the highest level of personalized service.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Motel 6 - Chicago/ Arlington Heights
All new rooms. Completely renovated Motel 6 from top to bottom. Flat screen TV's and all new furnishings. Located just off I-90 on West Algonquin Road. Woodfield Mall - 3 miles. Complimentary morning coffee WiFi available in all rooms. Motel 6 offers clean comfortable rooms and great service at the lowest price of any national chain.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Arlington Heights Downtown Business Association
Stroll through our 8-block Downtown Business Association and find a great array of shops, many of which have provided quality services to our community for decades. The Downtown Business Association is home to a pharmacy and grocery store, to jewelry stores and art galleries, to clothing stories and home décor boutiques. Transportation services are also available if you wish to take in other Illinois sites.
CITY:Arlington Heights
Includes 114 rooms, lounge, and restaurant. Laundry, large outdoor pool, and game room. Free continental breakfast.
119 rooms, located within walking distance of Chicago Premium Outlets and just off I-88. Amenities include free local calls, kids stay free, pet-friendly rooms and free morning coffee. Coin laundry, Wi-Fi and truck parking available. See their web site for rates and availability.
Fifty-one rooms within walking distance of Fox Valley Mall and minutes from downtown Aurora, the Paramount Theatre, SciTech Hands-On Museum, Hollywood Casino, Two Brother's Roundhouse and antique shopping.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora - Naperville
Experience the brand new Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora/Naperville, Illinois. They are within walking distance of the Paramount Theater, Two Brothers Roundhouse Complex, RiverEdge Park, Hollywood Casino and Metra Rail Station serving downtown Chicago. Families will enjoy staying at this Downtown Aurora location, within minutes of Chicago Premium Outlet Mall, Aurora University, Waubonsee Community College, Great Lakes Center, SciTech Hands On Museum, Stuart Sports Complex and miles of running/biking trails. Other area attractions include Phillips Park Zoo, Red Oak Nature Center, Fermilab, Raging Waves Waterpark, Vaughan Athletic Center & Indoor Waterpark. Additional amenities include indoor pool and spa, fitness center and Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet. Conference Services available for up to 50 people and you will stay productive away from the office with fast high-speed Internet and a Business Center. A preferred hotel with easy expressway access to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) & Midway International Airport (MDW). They are also located just minutes from Aurora Municipal Airport (ARR). The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Aurora / Naperville, Illinois proudly serving business and leisure travelers visiting Chicago and the metropolitan area.
83 guest rooms, including single-studio suites, double queen suites and one bedroom suites. Suites include fully equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerator and icemaker, dishwasher, microwave and stovetop plus a variety of dishes, cookware and utensils. Suites also include spacious work area with two-line phone and free high-speed Internet access. Perfect location for business, leisure and extended-stay travelers.
Relax in one of Hampton's 127 luxury guest rooms and suites. Located right off I-88 near major attractions like Chicago Premium Outlets, Vaughan Athletic Center, Orchard Valley Golf Course. Amenities include 6,000 square foot swimming complex, kiddie pool, 2,200-gallon hot tub, exercise room, free high speed Internet access and On the House™ hot breakfast. 5,000 square foot conference center has five meeting rooms with full A/V and video-conferencing capability.
Stay overnight at this full-service Holiday Inn complete with luxury amenities and service. Wake up to a cooked fresh breakfast made to order, enjoy a delectable dinner served in Kem's restaurant and unwind in the lounge or indoor heated pool and 24-hour fitness center. Other amenities include complimentary high-speed wireless Internet and business center, free parking and easy access to major expressways. Meeting and banquet space available.
Staybridge Suites Aurora/Naperville
Relax in Staybridge's all-suite hotel designed for business, leisure or relocating travelers. Stay in a spacious one-bedroom or two bedroom/two-bath suite. Enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet or have a midweek evening dinner reception. Located within walking distance of the Metra train station (commuting to downtown Chicago) and minutes from downtown Aurora. Surrounded by numerous restaurants and shopping choices. Close to the Great Lakes Center volleyball venue. Other features include indoor pool and hot tub, gym and outdoor sport court. 250 sq. ft. boardroom suitable for meetings for 12.
66 rooms with hot tub suites, complimentary deluxe breakfast, free high-speed Internet, an indoor heated pool and spa, fitness room, free local calls and cable TV. Chicago Premium Outlets, Fox Valley Mall, restaurants, golf courses and other attractions are nearby.
At Hansen's Motel, we offer a wide range of king, queen and double bed rooms. We also offer you the full range of amenities that you would expect in a quality motel.
Country Inn & Suites O'Hare South
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - A 92-room, 26-suite hotel with complimentary high-speed internet access and airport shuttle located on beautiful Legends Executive Golf Course.
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Bloomingdale
Beautifully renovated Courtyard includes free Wi-Fi, high-def flat screen TVs, The Bistro serving breakfast, dinner fare and Starbucks, full service bar, market, guest laundry, indoor pool and spa, and fitness room. Buffet for groups available on request.
This resort has 308 newly renovated rooms & suites, 27-hole championship golf course with practice facility, 50,000 sq ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting/banquet space, indoor and outdoor pools, Precor fitness center, Spa Vargas, restaurants, lounges and more.
Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Bloomingdale
96-room all-suite hotel includes fully equipped kitchens, living area, complimentary breakfast and evening socials from Monday-Thursday.
Featuring 99 spacious guest rooms. Continental deluxe breakfast, indoor pool, hot tub, and exercise room Meeting spaces available. Wirelss high speed internet. Pets are welcome.
Indoor pool, hot tub, Jacuzzi suites.
An upscale limited service property. Free high speed internet in all rooms, free enhanced continental breakfast, lobby business center and a variety of room types including whirlpool & fireplace suites.
Hampton Inn & Suites - Bolingbrook
Centrally located for business or pleasure and features spacious rooms, regular suites, and whirlpool suites. Along with earning Hilton Honors points and miles, you enjoy high-speed wireless internet access throughout the hotel.
Holiday Inn & Suites Bolingbrook
With it's ideal location, you'll find yourself just minutes away from great places to eat, shop and play. We're the perfect choice for your next getaway and the area's only full-service hotel. Find comfort with our traditional decor and hospitality. Experience our warmth and welcome while enjoying our inviting lobby, large indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness center, sun deck, gift shop, event facilities and the Remington Street Bar & Grill. Thoughtful touches include our one bedroom, whirlpool and Presidential suites.
La Quinta Inn & Suites Bolingbrook
Guests are offered a deluxe hot breakfast, 24-hour fitness center, indoor pool/whirlpool. All guest rooms have free hi-speed wireless internet, microwave and refrigerator. Two-room suites available.
The staff at the Ramada Bolingbrook is committed to providing guests a level of service that is still old-fashioned and personal. Whether your travel plans take you across the country or across the street, you will feel at home.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Bolingbrook
Each spacious studio site is furnished with a sofa bed, mini-refrigerator, microwave and a desk with ergonomic chair. Other amenitiies include free deluxe continental breakfast, free high speed internet, fax service, exercise room and indoor pool.
Aloft Bolingbrook is a sassy, savvy, hip, trendy hotel located at The Promenade Bolingbrook. Mix & mingle with friends at the WXYZ lounge, stay and play at our indoor pool or fitness center, and breeze into an Aloft room featuring custom amenities.
This property has 31 guest rooms and 1 suite. Amenities include free parking, WiFi, microwave & refriferator availability, non-smoking rooms and rollaway beds.
Newly Renovated Hotel! Offers complimentary breakfast, wireless internet, business center, fitness center, local calls, and USA Today newspaper to all guests! Call now and book your stay!
Clean and quiet rooms. Restaurants nearby. Friendly staff, free super start breakfast, wireless Internet and bus or truck parking.
This property has 60 guest rooms as well as 2 suites. Other amenities include a business center, data ports (in rooms), entertainment, fitness center, free parking, hair dryers (in rooms), Wi-Fi, interior corridors, microwave and refrigerator availability, handicapped accessibility and rollaway beds. This is a non-smoking facility.
This property has 18 guest rooms and 1 suite. Other amenities include free parking, Wi-Fi access, microwave availability, non-smoking rooms, and rollaway beds.
This 22-room property has whirlpool suites available and free cable TV. Conviently located in the South Suburbs, this motel makes it easy to get to all area attractions via the highway. This is a great property for corporate guests and families.
Call 1-800-942-9492
Best Western Inn And Suites - Midway Airport
The Best Western Inn and Suites- Midway Airport is located in Burbank only 2 1/2 miles south of Midway Airport. Enjoy our indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise room, and breakfast room.
Nice clean newer hotel with many upgrades. Offers free interenet service and a friendly and caring staff.
This property has 30 guest rooms as well as 1 suite. Other amenities include free parking, handicapped accessibility, Wi-Fi access, microwave and refrigerator availability, rollaway beds and a spa/sauna. This is a non-smoking facility.
CITY:Burr Ridge
128-room, all-suite hotel. Complimentary hi-speed wireless Internet, breakfast, laundry facility, indoor heated pool, fitness center, business center, dataport telephones. Free shuttle service. Conveniently located at I-55 & County Line Road.
CITY:Burr Ridge
Quality Inn & Conference Center - Burr Ridge
122 room hotel. Indoor pool/whirlpool, exercise room, restaurant, lounge, guest laundry, local/airport shuttle & 7000 sq. ft. meeting/banquet space. Amenities: in-room coffee, iron/ironing board, hair dryer, voicemail/dataport phones & VCR.
CITY:Burr Ridge
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge/Hinsdale
The perfect choice for a fresh, restful stay. Newly renovated top to bottom, this all-suites hotel offers complimentary local shuttle service, hi-speed wireless, breakfast, indoor pool, fitness center, business center and more. Convenient access to I-55.
CITY:Burr Ridge
Relax and unwind at Kohler Waters Spa at Burr Ridge.
CITY:Burr Ridge
Baymont Inn & Suites - Calumet City
Newly removated rooms, jacuzzi suites, 2 room suites, with kitchenet, exercise room, guest laundry, room service. Bus and truck parking, very friendly staff, indoor pool & spa, delux free breakfast.
CITY:Calumet City
The M Star Hotel Calumet Park is located 17 miles south of downtown Chicago, in Calumet Park, with easy access to I-57. This Magnuson Hotel places you less than 30 miles from Standard Bank Stadium, US Cellular Field, Soldier Field Stadium, and Chicagoland Speedway. Walking distance to many restaurants, and a short drive to shopping, the M Star provides affordable lodging during your next visit to the Windy City.
CITY:Calumet Park
85 luxurious rooms- meeting space for 75 - complimentary continental breakfast - pool and spa - 15 minutes to downtown Chicago and major attractions. E-Z expressway access and rapid transit to downtown. Last lodging exit to Downtown Chicago.
CITY:Calumet Park
Located immediately on Interstate 57. Fast food restaurant and auto service adjacent to hotel. Quiet and fireproof brick hotel.
CITY:Calumet Park
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Carol Stream
194 rooms with pillowtop mattresses(44 upgraded two-room suites), complimentary high speed wireless internet, indoor pool, fitness room & business center. Banquets for up to 400. Alberto's Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch & dinner with an Italian theme.
CITY:Carol Stream
Change can be a good thing! Enjoy our entirely upgraded hotel in 2012 featuring new guest rooms with internet ready flat screen TVs, new Perfect Mix lobby/breakfast area, and more. Nearby are a variety of shopping and dining options.
CITY:Carol Stream
Holiday Inn & Suites Carol Stream
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - 193 rooms with pillowtop mattresses (44 upgraded two-room suites), complimentary high speed wireless internet, indoor pool, fitness room & business center. Banquets for up to 400. The Italian themed Alberto's Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch & dinner.
CITY:Carol Stream
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago Downtown / Magnificent Mile
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, the new Hilton Garden Inn is two blocks from the "Magnificent Mile," home to some of the world's premiere retail stores, specialty shops and restaurants.
Overlooking Lake Michigan & Grant Park at this iconic downtown Chicago hotel featuring free lobby WiFi, seasonal outdoor sun deck, indoor pool and more!
Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport offers unparalleled convenience to savvy travelers in a quiet, no fly-zone. We are within walking distance to all domestic terminals via underground walkways and the Blue-line train to downtown Chicago. After your flight, swim some laps in the indoor swimming pool. Dine on the finest steaks, seafood and drinks, catch the game at our friendly sports bar or grab something quick at Caffé Mercato.
Overlooking Lake Michigan, this hip hotel is close to many prime downtown attractions. Indulge in the hotel's Bliss Spa, sip a cocktail at the 33rd-floor Whiskey Sky bar that offers amazing panoramic views and dine on Mediterranean dishes at Wave.
Discover extraordinary amenities at W Chicago - City Center. From imaginative cuisine and in-room dining to bold beverages and top technology, we've got you covered. Connect at the WIRED Business Center. Relax with a soothing in-room massage treatment—or energize at FIT. For all other requests, our Whatever/Whenever® service and concierge are always on call. Just ask.
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Chicago Magnificent Mile
This 300-room hotel is located just half a block from North Michigan Avenue shopping and dining. Amenities include an indoor pool with city views and 24-hour fitness center.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Downtown
The Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago-Downtown, located one block west of North Michigan Avenue (The Magnificent Mile) is Chicago's upscale, all suite hotel that will help you make yourself at home while traveling.
Habitat Corporate Suites Network
Habitat Corporate Suites Network provides interim housing for 30 days or more in downtown Chicago and western suburbs. Rental includes weekly maid service, fully furnished apartments, health club, and numerous amenities.
This vintage Boystown hotel features turn-of-the-century architecture and art deco furnishings. Gay-friendly restaurants and nightclubs are close by (Berlin dance club is right down the street), and hotel guests have access to Bally's Total Fitness. Popular with entertainers, musicians and savvy travelers.
Experience the urban sophistication of our downtown Chicago hotel. Set within the center of the Windy City, our AAA Four Diamond Hyatt Regency Chicago is connected to the Illinois Center and steps away from Navy Pier and the Magnificent Mile. Explore iconic attractions surrounding our hotel like Millennium Park and the beauty of Lake Michigan. This is the place to connect, convene and celebrate in true Chicago fashion.
The Tremont Chicago Hotel at Magnificent Mile
Our Magnificent Mile hotel is nestled in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood is located just a few footsteps away from its namesake: the city's world famous one-mile stretch of Michigan Avenue, where exclusive shops, museums, restaurants and bars attract shoppers and sightseers from near and far. Close to Rush Street and near many of the city's top attractions, our hotel is perfectly situated for exploring Chicago.
Set atop Water Tower Place, above prestigious North Michigan Avenue, this property is just an elevator ride from over 100 shops & boutiques and offers exceptional Lake Michigan and skyline views from each spacious guestroom. Recently opened, The dec Rooftop Bar provides a new and chic outdoor spot for sipping, savoring and socializing. Casual elegance and brasserie-inspired cuisine come together at deca RESTAURANT + BAR, serving inventive fare from morning to night. Enjoy easy access to such famed attractions as The Magnificent Mile, The Museum of Contemporary Art and The John Hancock Observatory or stay in and request an in-room visit from the popular Candy Man.
Set on Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile, Westin Michigan Avenue offers guests a wide array of options to satisfy even the most avid shopper. There are countless restaurants, and numerous things to do in Chicago for families, couples, and friends alike to enjoy.
European style boutique hotel located just off Michigan Ave. along the magnificent Mile. Mostly suites priced like rooms.
Floor-to-ceiling windows afford beautiful views of the Museum Campus at this South Loop hotel. Chicago's Essex Inn is close to downtown shopping and museums, and features an all-season, sky-lit rooftop pool with an adjacent outdoor garden. Dine in at Tribute, a classic American restaurant with a modern culinary edge. Offers breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as "grab and go" options for on-the-go business people.Free shuttle to the exclusive Magnificent Mile shopping district.
202 room deluxe European boutique hotel ideally located in the heart of the Magnificent Mile. Sumptuous health club and spa facilities.
Affordable rates, comfort, privacy and clean rooms. Located in the heart of downtown Chicago.
Courtyard by Marriott - Chicago Downtown
"Full service" Courtyard Marriott, 337 rooms, with 37 suites recently renovated, 2 blocks from Michigan Ave. Discover a haven of urban sophistication among downtown hotels in Chicago at the Courtyard Chicago Downtown/River North Hotel. Located in the trendy River North area on famed Restaurant Row, this hotel in downtown Chicago, IL offers easy access to fine dining, exciting nightlife and close proximity to the EL Train.
Overlooking the Chicago River, this stylin' hotel is within walking distance of the Magnificent Mile, State Street shopping and other downtown attractions. Hotel Monaco is extremely pet friendly, with no fees or size restrictions for your furry friend.
Step into the lobby of Palmer House® A Hilton hotel and gaze at the famous frescoed ceiling of this landmark Chicago, Illinois hotel. This AAA four-diamond rated hotel has been hosting visitors to the Chicago Loop for over 140 years. Today, the Palmer House Hilton continues to thrive in the heart of the theatre and financial district.
This whimsical boutique hotel is located in the Loop Theater District (the Cadillac Palace Theatre is right next door) and close to State Street shopping, and many of the finest downtown Chicago attractions. The adjacent 312 Chicago offers creative Italian cuisine.
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Downtown
Full service Holiday Inn with restaurant and lounge, outdoor pool (seasonal), exercise facilities, and business center.
Charming European style just steps from the John Hancock Center. Two fireplaces form a focal point in the Victorian style lobby. Completely renovated in 2001. Complimentary high speed internet access in guestrooms.
Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza
521 guest rooms atop Apparel Center across the street from the Merchandise Mart. 2 phone lines, voicemail, coffee makers, hair dryers, iron and iron board.
The Drake is a cityscape landmark and has been a symbol of white glove elegance for eighty years. The pride of all Chicagoans, it has been the first choice of celebrities and Heads of State since its opening in 1920. Scenes from several movies were filmed at The Drake Hotel including Risky Business, My Best Friend's Wedding, What Women Want, Continental Divide, Flags of Our Fathers and Wicker Park were filmed at the hotel.
Magnificent 33-story tower located along the shores of Lake Michigan. Beautiful views from guest rooms. Complimentary shuttle. Near museums, shopping, theaters and nightlife.
The 4-star-4-diamond all suite hotel located on Chicago's famed Magnificent Mile, just a few short steps from world-class shopping, dining and cultural attractions. And if you are traveling with children, they can enjoy the The Omni Sensational Kids program, which provides four-diamond service to the hotel's youngest guests. Your children will enjoy plenty of kid-minded amenities, including games and books, a backpack upon check-in and menu choices prepared especially for young travelers. Parents are provided with a list of top family attractions in Chicago, local emergency numbers and a safety/first-aid kit which includes a night light and outlet covers.
Swissotel Chicago offers 632 luxuriously oversized rooms and suites. The all-glass triangular hotel, wedged into the confluence of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan has wrap around views along the lakefront. Swissôtel has long been a favorite destination among VIPs, but we're quickly becoming the city's No. 1 choice for VIKs – Very Important Kids, that is. Every kid is a V.I.K at Swissôtel Chicago. See why we're known as the finest among Chicago's kid-friendly hotels, and treat your own Very Important Kid with benefits that include: Fun-filled welcome packet, detailing fun things to see and do VIK check-in, which provides an area for kids to draw, color, read and play with our St. Bernard plush toy Enhance your next Chicago family vacation with our Swissôtel Kids Suite, and experience a stay that's specifically designed to ensure your children are happy campers. Before arriving, guests will choose from one of three area museums: Shedd Aquarium, featuring the brand-new Polar Play Zone, a hands-on exhibit especially for kids; Adler Planetarium, with its renowned sky shows; or Field Museum, featuring the world-famous Sue dinosaur exhibit.
Howard Johnson Inn Chicago Downtown
Affordable comfort in the heart of downtown Chicago. 71 rooms, two floors, interior corridor, 13 suites with wet bar, refrigerator, microwave, electronic locks, safety deposit boxes. Walking distance to shopping, cultural events, and business centers.
Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel
This distinctive hotel is located in Chicago's most fashionable neighborhood near the city's famed Magnificent Mile and is just steps away from the city's finest dining, shopping, and nightlife.
The Whitehall Hotel is a standout among boutique hotels in Chicago that sits at the confluence of the city's civic and cultural life, allowing guests an upfront view of luxury, innovation and exploration. Exquisite dining, thrilling nightlife, phenomenal public transit, unforgettable neighborhoods, and an ineffable sense of history permeate the experience of staying at The Whitehall Hotel. We are proud to represent the height of romantic Chicago accommodations, and are looking forward to your stay at our luxurious gem among boutique hotels in Chicago.
Best Western Hawthorne Terrace
This Boystown vintage hotel is located close to historic Wrigley Field (home of Chicago Cubs baseball), as well as gay-friendly restaurants and nightclubs. Enjoy breakfast on the terrace during warm-weather months.


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The Mezlan brand is known for its fine quality and craftsmanship, and the perforated two-tone loafer fits the criteria. This beautifully crafted shoe incorporates fashion elements without losing its classic silhouette and charm. Pair this two tone slip-on with khakis for a casual look, or dress slacks for the office, and you'll be sure to get noticed for all the right reasons.
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What's more fun than polka dots!!! This cotton canvas home decor fabric is wonderfully light weight with papyrus colored polka dots throughout. This fantastic fabric could be used to create light upholstery, pillow covers, placemats, and more!! Do you have that polka dot fever!?
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Many women's names come to mind when we think of pop music. Today, many new faces are showing up on the pop music scene, many of whom are women under the age of 30. Who are some of these top women artists?
1. Amy Lee (b. 1981) – You may know Lee more as the lead singer of Evanescence. With an almost angelic voice along with some heavy metal music, Lee is known for "Bring Me To Life", which received 2004 Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance. Lee, a classically trained pianist, founded Evanescence in 1995 and by the late 90's the group had released its major-label debut, Fallen, which featured not only the award winning single "Bring Me To Life" but also "Going Under" and "My Immortal." Fallen went on to sell fourteen million copies worldwide. Amy Lee was born to parents John Lee, a disc jockey and TV personality, and Sara Cargill.
2. Amy Winehouse (b. 1983) – Winehouse's notoriety has more to do with her personality at times than her voice. Winehouse is most noted for her song Rehab, where she won 2008 Grammy Awards in the categories of Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Female Pop Vocal Performance. Her album Back to Black was nominated for Album of the Year and won the Record of the Year award. Amy Jade Winehouse (born 14 September 1983) is known for her eclectic mix of various musical genres including R&B, soul, jazz, and rock & roll.
3. Joss Stone (b. 1987) – Stone, another British rocker, is likened to Aretha Franklin. Stone became a familiar name in late 2003 with her multi-platinum debut album The Soul Sessions. Her second album, which also received multi-platinum awards, Mind, Body & Soul, topped UK Album charts and led with its top ten hit "You Had Me". Stone has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. Joss Stone, born Jocelyn Eve Stoker, is considered a soul and R&B singer–songwriter and actress. She also made her acting debut in late 2006 with the fantasy adventure film Eragon, as the witch Angela, and she made her television debut portraying Anne of Cleves in the Showtime series The Tudors in 2009.
4. Rihanna (b. 1988) After moving to the United States at age of 16, she pursued her recording career and signed with Def Jam Recordings. In 2005, Rihanna released her debut studio album, Music of the Sun, which peaked within the top ten of the Billboard 200 and features the Billboard Hot 100 hit single "Pon de Replay". Success was instant for Rihanna as within the same year she released her second studio album, A Girl Like Me (2006), which peaked within the top five of the Billboard albums chart. Singles for Rihanna include "Umbrella", "Take a Bow", "Disturbia", and "Don't Stop The Music". Rihanna has sold over 12 million albums worldwide in her four-year career span. Robyn Rihanna Fenty was born in Saint Michael, Barbados.
5. Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta (b. 1986) is better known by her stage name Lady Gaga. After being signed to and quickly dropped from Def Jam Records at age 19, she began performing in the rock music scene of New York City's Lower East Side. Her debut album The Fame, was released in August 2008 and achieved instant access, topping the Billboard with singles "Just Dance" and "Poker Face". To date, Lady Gaga has sold over 20 million digital singles and more than four million albums worldwide.
6. Avril Lavigne (b. 1984) – Avril Ramona Lavigne is a Canadian singer-songwriter, fashion designer, and actress. Lavigne became most notorious her debut album, Let Go, released in 2002. As of 2009, over 16 million copies were sold worldwide, more than 6 million of which were sold in the United States. Her second and third album, Under My Skin and The Best Damn Thing, reached number one on the Global charts. Lavigne has scored five number-one singles worldwide, including "Complicated", "Sk8er Boi", "I'm With You", "My Happy Ending" and "Girlfriend". Lavigne has sold more than 30 million copies of her albums worldwide.
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For the past two years, Masha Aryeva, 39, has been the Director of the Yesod Jewish Community Center (JCC)—the first-rate, central hub of Jewish life in the cosmopolitan city of St. Petersburg, Russia.
Born and raised in St. Petersburg, and having worked and traveled in more than 30 countries, Masha shares a unique perspective on Jewish life in her home town today, and the strategies and challenges for the road ahead.
Q: Your venture into the Jewish professional sphere is fairly recent. Tell us a little about yourself and what brought you to Yesod?
A: I come from a large Jewish family, though we were completely assimilated Russians. For the first 37 years of my life I never went to synagogue or Jewish school, and we rarely celebrated a Jewish holiday.
Professionally, my background is in advertising and marketing. I studied Liberal Arts for several years in Atlanta, GA and then International Business in Montreal, Canada. Over the last 15 years I've traveled and worked in over 30 countries.
My "Aha! moment" came when my daughter, who is now almost three, was born. My husband and I decided to stop living out of our suitcases while traveling the world and to plant roots at home in St. Petersburg.
That's when I encountered JDC, quite accidentally, through a friend. I went from not knowing what a JCC was to my curiosity being piqued as soon as I stepped foot into Yesod. From the outset, I loved the space and the concept—that there's a place in the city where anyone of any age, background, or socioeconomic level is completely welcome—and that there is always something for everyone going on.
Q: What do you think is the most unique aspect of Yesod?
A: Our doors are open! We do not distinguish between nationalities or inquire how people are coming to Jewish life, history, culture, etc. We just care that you're interested in Jewish identity. There isn't anything else like this in our city. There are community centers and cultural institutions aligned with different embassies but no place that welcomes people from all backgrounds like our JCC.
When the opportunity for a director position arose in June 2010, I was really excited about Yesod and the new challenge.
Q: As an outside observer, how have you seen Jewish cultural life evolve in your city over the past 20 years?
A: Without a doubt, Jewish life has changed ideologically here. Twenty years ago people who identified as Jewish were people who were emigrating from here and going to Israel. Those who remained went to anything that was labeled Jewish—regardless of the quality or educators' level of expertise—because there was so little, it was all so new, and people were so eager to learn anything they could.
Today, people who identify as Jewish and have decided not to leave are participating in Jewish life much more decisively. There are many cultural options for people in our city, and our JCC participants (many of them are middle class families) have been acculturated to a very sophisticated level of cultural programming. They are people who've been to Israel and the US, who may have made Aliyah and returned, who've traveled and seen things. Today people here are ready to pay to attend events with the expectation that they will be really interesting and worthwhile. In other words, people these days are seeking not only the content, but also the high quality of our programs.
Q: What audience do you target with your programs and cultural offerings?
A: Our target audience is families, who we hope to engage to ensure the sustainability of Yesod (which means foundation in Hebrew and is exactly what we're looking to lay here in St. Petersburg) for many years ahead.
Previously, Jewish programs, be they educational or entertaining, would divide people according to age groups. Today we are strongly family-oriented. This approach brings people in larger numbers than if we were to target individuals, and keeps them within our center for a long time.
Q: So you seek to make Yesod a part of family life for your audience?
A: We want Yesod to be the family's "third place" (besides home and work) where they spend a significant portion of their time. Many of our programs engage the family as a whole so they can have a variety of ways to spend time together, such as summer camps, Jewish holiday events, and Shabbatons. Others allow every member of the family to delve into their own interests: Mom can go to hear Klezmer music, while dad goes to a lecture on Jewish education, as the older kid makes his way to youth group and the younger child enjoys a studio art class. The idea is that when the family walks in there is something for each of them going on simultaneously, which is different from any other organization where people are segmented by ages, income levels, etc.
Q: What are some of the offerings you include within your walls?
A: The Yesod campus is very large, home to the five largest Jewish organizations in St. Petersburg. It includes facilities such as a multi-faceted atrium and concert hall, a library (which facilitates the Open Jewish Educational Center EITAN), a kindergarten and day care center, and a gym, to name just a few features.
In this one place people can get help, an education, find entertainment, and learn Hebrew and just about any kind of Jewish content they'd be interested in.
Q: Does your family come to Yesod, too?
A: Absolutely. My daughter goes to kindergarten here. My husband comes to classes, lectures on culture, talks by visiting journalists...
Q: Do you have challenges engaging young people?
A: Certainly we face this question, as I think every community does.
We have organizations on our campus for kids and youth alike. We have a Hillel, where we constantly have programs that engage young people. We also have a Madrichim school where young, enthusiastic, talented people receive training in education, psychology, and Judaism to become counselors for our summer camps, Shabbatons, and other long-term activities.
But, generally, rather than segmenting young people apart and targeting them independently, we try to reach them by reaching out to families as the whole.
We are looking at things with a long view. So we invest a lot in our kindergarten and early education because we hope the children will then continue to come as they go through school, become teens, turn into young adults and then eventually bring their own families.
Q: What did you do for Sukkot at Yesod?
A: We had programs for everyone, of course! We had an evening of Jazz, youth club activities, and Sukkahs with arts and crafts for kids. There was a whole slew of programs throughout the week of the holiday and people brought their families and friends.
We also had a big Shabbaton where some 30 families got together to spend a weekend learning holiday traditions, sharing meals in a Sukkah, and exploring their Jewish identity in an open environment.
Q: Yesod seems to be at the forefront of a new chapter of Jewish life in the former Soviet Union. What do you want the Jewish community in the US to know about Jewish life in St. Petersburg today?
A: Twenty years ago the story for us was about basic needs and assistance. Our people needed help to survive and we are grateful the assistance was there.
Today, it's about shared experiences—something very different.
Certainly there are people in our community who still have a very hard time making ends meet and we continue to need assistance today because we are not self-sustaining yet. The support from JDC, Federations, and individual donors is keeping us afloat. But the kind of support we receive now is what's given us an opportunity to build a center like this (we opened our doors in 2005) for people who've chosen not to leave this country, who are choosing how they want to live Jewishly for the long term. These are people thinking about community, education, and emotional connection. They are our audience now.
Q: As you look ahead, what are some of your greatest challenges?
A: The idea of philanthropy, which is so integral to our community becoming self-sustaining, is still very new here. We need to instill community responsibility into the new generation. Unfortunately, this takes a very long time, particularly in a people that spent 70 years unlearning it because all communal institutions and welfare were provided free of charge under communism.
In the US it took several centuries and many generations to cultivate this ethic but now it is part of the social fabric, with thousands of funds and non-profits. Americans can choose whether they contribute on a sectarian or non-sectarian basis, donate money or time, help the environment or even adopt a child. The point is the sense of obligation to contribute to community is there.
But here I think this still needs a few generations.
Over the past twenty years, as we've been learning from scratch and getting every kind of support. Paradoxically, people here have gotten used to receiving assistance, which has set us back a bit because people are not used to giving back.
My last time in the US, I saw about 10 different JCCs of every size and scale. I know we are at least 100 years behind institutions like the 92nd Street Y, which is some 150 years old and is completely supported by donor funds. In the US people participating in Jewish life have been doing so for generations. There is continuity and loyalty. We don't have that yet.
For most people who walk through our doors it is their first entry into Jewish life. We haven't had three generations grow up in our JCC. It is extremely difficult to cultivate a sense of responsibility in others and it takes a great deal of time. This is another reason we work with families as a whole at Yesod, and communal responsibility is a lesson in every program, part of every discussion.
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Attorneys entered opening statements Tuesday in a long-delayed triple homicide case at the South Shore.
Joseph Michael Nissensohn is accused of killing 14-year-old Tanya Jones and 13-year-old Tammy Jarschke in Monterey County in 1981. He is also charged with murder in the death of South Lake Tahoe 15-year-old Kathy Graves in 1989.
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British child phenom Charlotte Church—the little girl with "the voice of an angel"—graced Rupert Murdoch's 1999 wedding to Wendi Deng with a song. How sweet! He got her to do it for free by promising not to savage her with his newspapers. Then he savaged her anyway.
Church was a classical singer who first came to fame in England in 1997 at the age of 11. Since then, she's transformed herself into a pop singer and became regular tabloid fodder in the process. According to sworn testimony she offered today to the Leveson Inquiry—a wide-ranging investigation by the British government into England's phone-hacking scandal—she was offered a deal in 1999 by representatives of Rupert Murdoch: Sing at his wedding and get either £100,000 or a promise of gentle coverage:
When I was 13 I was asked to perform at Rupert Murdoch's wedding in New York. When it came to the payment for my work, my management at the time informed me that either there would be a £100,000 fee (which was the biggest fee I'd ever been offered) or if the fee for my performance was waived, I would be looked upon favourabiy by Mr. Murdoch's papers. Despite my teenage business head screaming "think how many tamogotchies you could buy!!", I was pressured into taking the latter option. This strategy failed... for me. In fact Mr Murdoch's newspapers have since been some of the worst offenders, so much so that I have sometimes felt that there has actually been a deliberate agenda.
Here's how Murdoch honored his promise to a 13-year-old girl: The Sun counted down the hours to her 16th birthday, "carrying with it sexually charged and predatory innuendo of a young girl passing the age of consent." When she became pregnant with her daughter, the Sun broke the story in the first trimester, before she'd had the chance to tell her mother. And when her mother became suicidal after her husband cheated on her, the News of the World demanded "an exclusive story of her breakdown, self-harming; and attempted suicide, in exchange for not printing a follow-up story about my father's infidelity." The infidelity, of course was reported elsewhere.
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posted Oct 31 2013 4:52AM
Dumb usually annoys me. Dumb in many forms; dumb people, dumb ideas, dumb TV and movies… that's why I don't dig on reality TV. But, there are times when I'm not looking to overthink something. It happens every once in a while, not enough to make me follow a dumb TV show…
But occasionally watch a dumb movie? Yeah, that's more my style. I even really like using this occasional indulgence to annoy friends and co-workers. Like talking with my friends and making a point using a "Hudson Hawk" reference. I've even done it to Steve and Ted during the morning show. Steve will mention during the almanac section that it's say… Dennis Hopper's birthday and rattle off a couple of mega blockbuster hits and critically acclaimed movies in his filmography. And I'll mention that he also starred in "Space Truckers."
Sometimes I wish we were rolling a camera, the looks I get from Steve with comments like that are totally worth it. Like he has any room to talk anyway; he and Ted can joke about Sean Connery in "Zardoz," but I can't roll out "Space Truckers?" Just because the bad guy in "Space Truckers" had a pull starting…
Prosthetic appendage. (Yeah, probably the safest way to word that. For clarity, if your mind went "there" you are absolutely correct.)
It's Halloween, and if you are staying in I'll suggest a scary, but entertaining (if stupid,) movie. "Split Second," 1992 starred Rutger Hauer, Alastair "Neil" Duncan, and Kim Cattrall as (respectively) a caffeine and sugar-fueled paranoid gun-freak detective, a super-neatfreak wimp, and a shower scene. Setting the scene; it's half-past the future in a global-warming flooded London and the "Ripper" style serial killer menacing the streets of London is half xenomorph (the bad guys from the Aliens movies,) half plague rat, and half demon. Yes, three halves as he is also fairly huge. But as Hauer's "Harley Stone" would be quick to remind everyone, there's no problem that enough bullets can't solve.
Really movie, you named your main character "Harley Stone." OUTSTANDING. There's some great, funny dialogue throughout. A couple of standouts include:
female bartender: What'll you have?
Harley Stone: Coffee.
female bartender: It's a two-drink minimum!
Stone: Then get me two coffees.
Lt. Thrasher: How many weapons are you carrying, besides this 'cannon'?
Harley Stone: An MP15.
Thrasher: What else?
Stone: A Glock 50.
Thrasher: And?
Stone: An A3 Assault Shotgun.
Thrasher: If that's not paranoid, I don't know what the %#@& is. I'm surprised you don't have a grenade launcher.
Stone: I couldn't get a permit.
So yes, it's a dumb movie. But there's a lot of entertainment value. Funny lines, over the top action, and some fairly creepy moments. A good Halloween suggestion.
Interested? HAH! There's my trick. I really doubt you'll be able to watch it. The DVD is out of print, and fairly rare. How rare? NETFLIX doesn't have a copy. A DVD copy is selling for nearly $250 on Amazon and eBay. Actually you'll see copies for a lot less, but they're region 2 and won't work on a US DVD player.
I'd be really impressed if you could find a copy somewhere. All you could hope for is to come across it in the forlorn DVD/VHS section at a used bookstore. And if you HAVE a copy… You own something pretty rare there.
I'll give ya $5.00 for it.
Anyhow, see you at the Palace (either Fri or Sat, I don't know which yet) for John Carpenter's "The Thing."
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Oak Creek football team had fun in winning Southeast title this fall
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Oak Creek - The Oak Creek football team earned its fair share of trophies, press attention and victories this season.
But after their surprisingly early exit from the WIAA state football playoffs, the Southeast Conference champions weren't thinking about that.
"One of my assistants told me at the end that the saddest thing about this was that we wouldn't have another practice with these guys," said Knights' coach Mike Bartholomew. "We had fun with this group in all aspects including the practices. For me, it was probably as much fun as I've had in 28 years of coaching. They really understood the work component. These kids really responded."
Football isn't always about the Lombardi mantra "Winning is everything."
No, it's supposed to be fun and these Knights and their coaches got that point in their very fine 9-1 season that ended in a second-round playoff upset to Southeast rival and 2011 Division 1 state champion Kenosha Bradford.
But as much fun as these Knights had, they had talent and they had drive and that's why they turned in their best season since 2003. It came from a sturdy set of co-captains who kept everyone on the same page. They included likely all-state linebacker Alex Hahn, running back and all-around team player Virgil Hammond and arguably the most valuable offensive lineman center Aaron Lemke.
"A guy like Virgil really lives it," said Bartholomew, "and that's our hope every year. To find people like that, who will set an example, set the tone for others because it really is a team game. If you look up the term team player in a dictionary, you'll probably find Virgil's picture next to it.
"And these guys really bought into it. They weren't concerned about stats or who was doing this or who was doing that. That was what was so impressive about this group. It's the kind of stuff that gets you through adversity on and off the field. The lessons kids learn by being teammates can last a lifetime."
It would be nice if it would work out that way, because the adversity of a last-second bomb ending your season, your hopes for state finals glory is still no doubt resting uneasily on the head and hearts of many in the Oak Creek camp after the crushing loss to Bradford.
"After that, I went to the Catholic Memorial-Wisconsin Lutheran game (Lutheran was heavily favored and maintained a comfortable lead for most of the contest before falling to CM). Lutheran did have it under control for all but three possessions, but it was a credit to those kids (from Memorial). Momentum shifts like that are crazy in high school football.
Bartholomew knows the feeling of momentum shifts.
"Even in our last game (as Bradford maintained a lead in the second half), the kids came back to make it competitive, except for a few obvious plays we handled them. They just executed a perfect play (at the end). They made it and we didn't and that's how it works sometimes."
The real finality for these Knights came Nov. 8 with the banquet where a great senior class bid their farewells and bid good luck to the juniors, the sophomores (4-4 record with 62 players in the class), and the freshmen (4-3, with 64 players).
"No one really knew how hard these kids worked," Bartholomew said. "We've got a lot of kids in the program. These kids deserved everything they got. We're hoping to find some more to carry on their example."
FINAL RECORD: 9-1 (Southeast Conference champions)
RUSHING: Hammond 196 carries, 1,373 yards and 20 TDs; Derrick Stephan 103-841-11
PASSING: Jordan Strong 35 of 62 for 551 yards for seven TDs with no interceptions
RECEIVING: Zack Harvey 12 catches for 242 yards and three TDs
TACKLES: Kyle Koepsel 34 solos and 50 assists (84); Jordan Veloz 31 and 40 (71), Alex Hahn 36 and 21 (57); Peter Mitchell 24 and 28 (52) and Austin Sirovina 29 and 22 (51)
SENIORS: Dylan Oleszak, Hahn, Jeff Wroblewski, Harvey, Sirovina, Peter Jakus, Veloz, Chase Leonardi, Corey Skenadore, Levi Hoskins, Brett Bartholomew, Ae Vang, Paul Saari, Bianca Alarcon, Hammond, Dylan Parks, Koepsel, Tyler Ungerecht, Aaron Lemke, Ian DeChambre, Colten Brickler, Steven Abbott, Grayson Ruhl, and Brad Ploch
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using the product for my wife's psoriasis. seems like psoriasis is drying up some
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Been taking this every fall and winter and haven't had a cold in years.
We love this product.
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This has always been our "go to" winter cold season product. Disappointed that we cannot find it in our local stores anymore, but very glad that we were able to find it here. Echinacea alone just doesn't seem to do as good of a job as this always has for us. I hope we can continue to find this product; and that they are not taking it off the shelves for some reason. IHerb seems to be a very good company. It came right as we were getting sick. Thanks for offering it!!
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I use this for myself and my cats. I tried a different brand and the cats refused thier tea! I purchased this locally for the cats and they went back to drinking thier tea. I had to use up the other brand. I am so glad that I can now buy this one again! It seems to work for me and my cats. We like the taste of it. and we are very rarley sick. I have a lot of foster animals come through here - so I boost my pets imune system. It is worth the slight extra cost to me.
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Apt 5: 3 BR 2 Toilets for 1-10 ppl, near Mongkok MTR
Size700 m²
Floor No.(with elevator)
- Family/child friendly
- Internet/WiFi
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Washer/dryer
- Elevator in building
- Lockable room
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|Argyle Street, 00852 香港, Hong Kong
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2mins walk from McDonald's, 7-Eleven is just downstair !
3mins walk for local big seafood market (hawker style)
5mins walk for aquashops
The apartment is newly furnished and renovated. We offer good quality furniture & bed:
- bunk beds : We total have three bed rooms with double beds, 3 deck of bunk bed, all can sleep well for3-6(10ppl with 3 child would be better)
- One double sofa bed(1 to 2 ppl)
- Full equipped kitchen
- 2 x Private bathrooms
- Free wireless internet
For staying in the most convenient location in Hong Kong, it costs you only HK$ 200 per person per night.
The bunk bed allows you to sleep 6 people very comfortably.
Don't miss the huge Panasonic LCD TV with Discovery Channel provided.
I guarantee that you will not feel bored in my place.
Mong Kok is simply the most-go place for your Hong Kong trip.
It is just so accessible to live here. There are a wide variety of shops: computer, sports, electronics...
Several new and huge malls are built recently with worldwide famous brands.
Restaurants serving cuisines all over the world. More than 1500 restaurants within 15 mins walk.
Of course, many local food stalls around nearby as well.
There are various convenient stores and supermarkets around. They opens everyday (some 24 hrs). No worry for daily needs.
As a travel hub, there are two lines of MTR, and numerous bus routes passing through.
Literally you can go anywhere in Hong Kong within 1 hour.
10 mins to Tsim Sha Tsui
15 mins to Central, Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, or Causeway Bay
40 mins to Disneyland
40 mins to Ocean Park
Direct Airport Bus A21 for only 35 mins from Airport
double below & single above
House rulesPlease keep clean & tidy.
Smoking is not allowed inside the apartment and building
|Price for > 4 guests
|R 231 ZAR per guest/night extra
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Cathy was a god sent as BA managed to loose 2 of our suitcases. She told me all we needed to know about the apartment and the only issue we had was that the induction cooker would sometimes cut out due to overheating but we hardly cooked during our stay anyway so was not really a problem.
The apartment is clean, well equipped and fully air-conditioned and as it's on the top floor we had no issue with noise whatsoever.
Cathy was excellent and I would definitely stay in the apartment again.
Would definitely stay there again and with Cath
we arrive in hk at 9pm on dec 28 2013 and we meet cathy at argyle st when we get off in the bus anyway cathy's place is a good choice for people who want a place near for everything that they want aside from being called as sneakers st.it is also near in the famous lady's market and not to mention the mtr where you can go to anywhere you want in just a few minutes. all in all cathy is a good host as well as her place if ever i will go back to hk iwill choose again to stay in her place
Cathy's apartment is nicely located, a few steps away from Mong Kok station and the street market. It's easy to roam around Hong Kong with its location.
The place is very tidy, the wifi internet is very fast, the amenities are good. The place is kept clean.
Cathy is very friendly and patient when we weren't able to meet her at the designated meeting place, she waited still. She also extended our stay, free of charge, since we have a later flight.
A very recommendable accommodation.
Thank you Cathy, see you again soon!
Reviews for this host's other properties
I had my trip to Hong Kong and stayed in Mong Kok Apt 4 from Cathy. Cathy is good and helpful, we meet her at MTR Mongkok station exit E2 and walk to the building within 5min, it is near and easy to find. The apartment is clean as she promise and space enough for us 4 person.
All facilities for us is useful and in good condition.
We all 4 was satisfy and happy to stay in this apartment with great location and condition.
thanks Cathy
cathy's apartment is just perfect for us. its close to shopping and mtr. we had a great time staying in the apartment and would love to stay again in the future. by the way, cathy is a great host.
Cathy's apartment is a spacious quiet place for four of us to sleep over. It's a stroll to Mong Kok MTR lined by bright sign boards, stalls and shops, especially sports shoe shops. We liked the cool kettle and caught some great local variety show on the big handsome TV. To make this a better place, we would like to suggest a body length mirror in the hall. In the evening, we felt cold and a heat radiator will definitely be a plus. Thanks Cathy!
Cathy is very helpful and the apartment my family is staying is very clean. MTR within walking distance. Will definitely recommend to those who wishes to stay in Mongkok.
We had a very good time in Hongkong and sure in our appatrtement. Everything was well organised. Cathy was waiting for us and explained everything. The appartment was the Money well worth it. It is not big for many people but it had everything you need. There was also WiFi free and it is in a good place from Hongkong, Mongkok. We liked it and had a very good time. We will recommend it to every people who will travelling to Hongkong.
Cathy thank you very much.
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Skip to comments.Judge Sentences Cat to Life Indoors for Avon-Lady Ambush
Posted on 06/21/2006 12:34:26 PM PDT by CAWats
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. A state judge spared the life of alleged neighbor-assaulter Lewis the cat on Tuesday, but ordered that he remain inside his owner's Fairfield home at all times.
"There are no exceptions. None," said Judge Patrick Carroll, who also granted accelerated rehabilitation to Lewis' owner, Ruth Cisero. That means her record will be expunged if she successfully completes two years of probation.
Cisero had faced a charge of reckless endangerment because neighbors complained that the cat's long claws and stealth have allowed it to attack at least a half-dozen people and ambush the Avon lady as she was getting out of her car.
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A hardy Texas Mockingbird could help Lewis mend his ways.
I have seen them make cats wish they had never set foot outside.
We had a cat whose sport was attacking passing dogs. His favorite targets were the Doberman's next door. Most dog owners thought it was a hoot. One prissy Shar-pei owner took offense to our cat's behavior, and we had to banish the cat to the house during the early evening dog-walking hours.
Well trained and behaved dogs can be abused, sure.
Picture the dogs as Americans. Imagine the cats are muslims. When push comes to shove it is kitty lunch time...
I own one of each and hope Scooby never reaches the end of his rope. Forty pounds vs 12; No contest.
Oh, TG Lewis got clemency. I have been following this riveting case on Greta Von Susteren's show.
It would have been a CAT-astrophe if jolly old Lewis had had to pay with his life.
Apparently, I amnot the only one who finds the Avon Lady to be a trifle annoying!
A dog needs to outweigh a cat by a factor of ten, at least, to make it an even fight. If the cat is a Bengal, make that twenty.
"I live with a cat just like Lewis, and I live with danger every time I go home at night," he said, adding, "I'm from South Jersey, so I don't take any crap from a cat."
LOL! So true.
This is just another example of an arrogant cat owner who thinks their beast has a RIGHT to be outdoors and roam wherever they like.
"A hardy Texas Mockingbird could help Lewis mend his ways."
When I lived in Friendswood, some mockingbirds nested in one of the trees in our backyard. We had an Afghan hound back then. The yard was fenced, so we let her out back by herself to do her business. The mockingirds would wait until the poor dog was in mid-squat, and then dive-bomb her fantail.
First dog I ever owned that suffered from constipation. We finally took to going out with her to provide her an escort against enemy bombers, before she would go. Fortunately, the mockingbirds nested elsewhere the next year.
I believe cats should be kept indoors, but as for causing public nuisances, nothing comes close to having a howling mutt next door. You also don't have to worry about having a cat mutilate your kid, either.
Do you have a puppy ping list? I like puppies. Kitties too, I like kitties.
CA...I am forwarding you to HairOfTheDog for the puppy ping list.
HairOfTheDog runs the Doggie Ping List. As for the Kitty Ping List, you're added.
Poor little kitty. Our cat, Rock, could kick his butt.
Got it :~)
It has the markings and ruff of a bi-color ragdoll...but I've never heard or seen one in black and white.
Heck I can do better than that.
Picture the dogs as Mexicans. Imagine the cat as uh.....
... forget it. ;^)
I've seen a large housecat literally take apart a Rottweiler that was trying to kill it. Some of them can become furry buzzsaws if provoked. (Yes, the cat won - the dog died from its wounds later).
It's not the size of the cat in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the cat, to borrow a phrase.
Good point, but that's simply irresponsible dog ownership.
My father bred and trained dogs when I was a child.
I have seen firsthand how a dog can be properly trained not to howl/bark at every little thing, and also to not venture out of the yard.
I'm not a fan of the aggressive breeds like pit bulls, Rottweilers, etc., either.
Depending on the jurisdiction, cats often do have the legal right to roam free if they are spayed/neutered and have a current rabies vaccination. I made sure when I bought my house that the local laws allowed cats to roam free.
How special for those jurisdictions.
I was aware of those laws, but I knew my comment #12 would strike a nerve. :)
That's why we use Havahart traps on our family farm...a stray animal's rights stop at our property line.
Same goes for dogs.
My attitude is simple: pet owners should keep their animals out of my yard and off our farm and we'll get along fine.
There's not enough money in the world to induce me to buy a home that falls under the authority of any homeowners' association or similar abomination.
Our cat chases the neighbor's dog off our property. He thinks he is a watch cat. Got him from the SPCA, he had already been declawed but that does not stop him.
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: In the mid 80's, I purchased a beautiful Kohler 3.5 gallon handicapped toilet that I could have flushed a dead cat down. The bowl stood 18 inches off the floor. I was heartbroken when I had to sell my house and leave my Kohler baby behind.
: I'm looking of replacing one of the toilets in my new house with a handicapped one, however all of the toilets that I've looked at have bowls that are 16 inches from the ground. Are there any toilets out there that anyone knows of that have an 18 inch bowl height?
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The Salvage Savant was born in the belief that the only difference between "trendy" and "dated" is a makeover. Owner and DIY addict, Claire Wilson, lives by this mantra. In the spring of 2011, she created The Salvage Savant which features a line of vintage and revamped lighting. With heavy influences of Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco, Asian, and Hollywood Regency styles, each piece is thoughtfully hand-picked, restored, updated, and then given its own unique spin on old meets new.


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In January of this year, officials with the good government group Alliance for a Better UTAH asked the Governor and Attorney General to issue a litigation hold to ensure that all relevant records to the various existing and potential Swallow investigations would be preserved. The Governor's office and Attorney General's office ignored that request.
In light of this oversight failure, Better UTAH has issued the following statement:
"During Watergate, 18-½ minutes of audio tape went missing and led to the only Presidential resignation in history. This is John Swallow's 18-½ minutes and, as the Salt Lake Tribune Editorial Board suggested, he should put a stop to this circus by resigning. Governor Herbert should also show more than passing concern and should call for Swallow to step down.
"Even with six or more investigations of serious wrong-doing, a litigation hold request ignored, thousands of missing records, an Attorney General who scolds investigators of his own party, all the Governor has to say is that there is cause for concern.
"The Attorney General has been operating under a dark cloud of suspicion and accusation for nearly his entire tenure in office, he has dismantled the public's trust in the Attorney General's office and is an ongoing embarrassment to the State of Utah, and all the while, rather than lead, our Governor stands by and remains effectively silent.
"Utahns have a reasonable belief that their leaders will abide by certain ethical standards and the law of the land. If Swallow won't hold himself accountable to the people of Utah, then Governor Herbert should step in and be the voice of accountability. He should stand with the 71 percent of Utahns who think Swallow should step down by immediately calling for the Attorney General to resign."


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By GARY ARRINGTONSports writer
As the Emery High tennis team is fighting for second place in region play this season, the second doubles team of Courtney Sitterud and Kaitlin Potter have not lost a match this season whether in region play or not. With just a home match against region leader Juan Diego left in the season, Emery is battling North Sanpete for second.
Last week, Courtney and Kaitlin defeated Salem Hills 6-3, 6-4 on Thursday night in Salem and earlier had defeated North Sanpete 3-6, 6-0 and 6-2. According to Coach Tom Hansen, "I think maybe they were asleep at the start of the North Sanpete match, they started slowly and soon woke up and smoked them the rest of the way."
Courtney and Kaitlin lead the region and will play Juan Diego this week at home as they look to beat that team for the second time.
Emery's first doubles team also won both of their matches last week as the team is solidly in second place in region play. Adrienne Weihing and Melanie Frisbee defeated Salem Hills 6-2, 6-2 and North Sanpete 6-3, 6-7 and 6-2.
In singles play, first singles player Whitney Saupan has constantly improved this season. Although she lost to Salem Hills 3-6, 4-6 and to North Sanpete 6-4, 4-6 and 6-7. Again Hansen talked about one of his players, "Last week against North Sanpete, Whitney lost a three hour match. The first time she played the Hawks this season, she got crushed. She has improved a ton."
Second singles Stevie Feuers and third singles Katie Turner lost both of their matches last week.
After playing Juan Diego at home, Emery will travel to St. George and play in the dual region tournament for matches Wednesday and Thursday. All the region 8 and region 9 players will be seeded into one tournament with the best coming out to play in the state tournament the following week.
Desert Hills and Juan Diego are probably the best two teams in the state and will play in the same dual tournament. Regions 10 and 11 will do the same up north.


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Skip to comments.Revealed: How immigrants in America are sending $120 BILLION to their struggling families back home
Posted on 01/31/2013 11:38:18 AM PST by Obama_Is_Sabotaging_America
Migrants working in the United States sent a staggering $120 billion back to their families last year, it was revealed today.
The amount of money being sent by migrants across the entire world reached $530 billion last year, making it a larger economy than Iran or Argentina, the data from the World Bank showed.
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Y'all know what Thomas Sowell says about this, right?
This author screwed the pooch on the very first word.
Yup. If they are sending that amount of money overseas, then they better stop bitching about this immigration overhaul BS.
No, what does he say?
Aren't they generous!
How so? Do you have a problem with the word "migrants?"
Around here - Northern Palm Beach County - it all goes to Guatemala. Anchor babies in strollers on every corner.
The plan is to bring all these relatives to the US and put them on welfare, SSI, SS, Medicare etc. That will slow the outflows,but increase the cost.
This is a global issue. It is also an incentive for the Third World to send more and more of its population to the developed countries as a matter of policy. Is it any wonder why the Mexican government doesn't clamp down on its border with the US? They get more in revenue from their nationals in the US than they collect in oil revenue.
Big deal. Its their money. They can do with it as they please.
Now, can do something about expelling the ILLEGAL aliens and securing our borders?
The guys I know all have two families - one in Guatemala and one in the states. The pretend families they produce here (without stop, mind you) are just cash cows that allow them to send most of their earnings home.
Just think, if we had looser border control, they could ALL come here and there would be no need to send the money out of the country. Problem solved. /sarc
Ok...so can we END FOREIGN AID to all of those countries NOW?
The way things are going here, we are soon likley to be exporting our people to better economic countries and sending that wealth back to the USA (sarc, sort of).
Interesting, so your point would be that the dollar is used unofficially as a trading currency in multiple countries. Because as you know, dollars are only good in the USA which means somehow they are coming back... thus inflation. So your theory would then suggest these black markets are somehow impervious to the laws of money supply.
As we continue to export mechanized agriculture there is nowhere else for them to go but the sweatshops of the world. At a secondary level, the same is true for the export of manufacturing technology where printed money is loaned for big industrial projects.
Yep, it's global.
Not true for a large fraction of it. There is a reason it is called "reserve currency." It's used for trade.
Black markets the world over accept dollars.
The way 0bama's America is going, it be long before 'wealthier' people in foreign countries will be sending money to their families in the U.S.
Agreed the USD is the currency of choice for black markets across the world, but it too is subject to inflation. If the dollar loses value, purchase and exchange power is lost. Many smart investor watch the black market to judge true currency strength. So in the end, the idea that USD oversees mitigates inflation does not hold. I would direct you to this informative piece on inflation. The comments by Freepers are very good Link
I just scanned some Federal Reserve documents (like this one, albeit it is eight years old, or this one). They show that foreigners actually hold more cash than in the USA, 55% of the total money stock. Nor are they talking about that money only being used here. BTW, I doubt seriously their analysis of the total cash floating around in the drug trade. They said it is only a $20-30 billion cash stock (95$) based upon the average domestic currency turnover rate of 30-50 times per year! I'd suspect the drug trade to be a third of that turnover rate given the nature of the supply chain. Given that the total amount of currency has tripled since 1995 my guess is that there is a half trillion floating around abroad. That ain't chump change when it comes to the total amount of cash they print.
Another big mitigating force against inflation right now is investment in precious metals, an investment that produces nothing and reduces monetary velocity considerably.
I said it before: Charge the Mexican govenrment $2000 per month per illegal immigrant and watch the federales protect our border for us. The Libs have got to love this idea. It's a new source of revenue for them.
So that's what's keeping the dollar afloat. Chandra Singh sends 100 bucks back to India, and that's $100 less money circulating in the US economy, so the dollar maintains that much of its value, despite the federal government printing them like Argentine Junta pesos or German Weimar reichsmarks. So the more immigrants, legal or otherwise, the sounder the dollar. Support your country. Hire a Mexican today. He'll send money back home./sarc
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|Posted by Tom on November 08, 2002 at 12:52:30:
|In response to Re: Replacing cast iron sewer line in basement
: My 30 year + cast iron sewer drain line in my basement appears to be rustng through (Surface cracks and small leaks).
: Must I replace the entire bad section with new cast iron piping?
: If I use plastic piping, should I replace the cast iron pipes or can plastic be used as a sleeve for inside
: I am trying to avoid replacing the cast pipe that exits the house as it passes under a concrete porch
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Pacific Blue Launches New Fiji Flights09/09/2004
Brisbane & Melbourne – Nadi Services Take Off
Pacific Blue's* first flight to Fiji will take off from Brisbane International Airport at 9.35am today, with an aircraft full of eager visitors, the first to sample the low fares, modern red jets and outstanding customer service that is now available between Australia and Fiji.
Among those on hand to celebrate the historic inaugural flight will be Virgin Blue Chief Executive, Brett Godfrey, and many VIP Guests including prominent members of Brisbane's Fijian community.
Fiji will be the first tropical Pacific island destination Pacific Blue will fly to following the successful launch of international flights, between New Zealand and Australia in January 2004.
The low fare carrier will operate six services a week, three from Brisbane and three from Melbourne to Nadi. The Melbourne inaugural will follow tomorrow, Thursday 10 September, departing for Nadi at 9.05am.
With the flights scheduled to arrive and depart Fiji midday or early afternoon, travellers will have ample time to spread out beyond the traditional Coral Coast and Mamanuca Island resorts to Suva and the outer Fijian Islands so they can make the most of their holiday.
The new services are also great news for Australian based Fijians who now have a convenient and affordable flight option between Australia and Fiji for business travel or to fly home to visit family and friends.
Virgin Blue Chief Executive, Brett Godfrey, said, "Today's launch is all about taking the success of our high quality, low fare airline and emulating it throughout the Pacific to provide the people of both Australia and Fiji with more flight options and more destination choices.
"With the introduction of our new services and convenient arrival times Guests will get more daylight hours at their destination and have time to explore some of the most beautiful part of Fiji that most people never see - the outer islands with their stunning beaches and world class diving. Additionally the tourism friendly schedule means that Fiji can now become a competitive short-break holiday option."
He added, "We've also worked hard to link in both directions with other regional centres including Adelaide, Canberra, Cairns, Darwin, Hobart, Launceston, Perth, Rockhampton and Townsville as well as Sydney, with the addition of affordable through-fare options that allow holiday makers to conveniently connect at Brisbane or Melbourne and experience the truly unique hospitality that makes Fiji a world class destination."
To mark this special occasion, travellers onboard today's flight will receive a luxury coconut cosmetic gift pack and enjoy a fun-filled "tropical" themed launch celebration and send-off featuring traditional Fijian performers.
Guests will also be treated to special in-flight launch celebrations and activities including free champagne, limited edition launch flight t-shirts and fundraising auctions to raise money for two orphanages, St. Christopher's Home and Dilikusa Home in Nausori, Fiji.
Pacific Blue is looking at a number of unique opportunities with non-stop flights between Australia and Vanuatu following on September 20. Like Fiji, Vanuatu is growing in popularity as a holiday alternative especially with the upcoming 'Survivor' series being broadcast from its tropical shores.
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She says Tony Stewart, race winner Jimmie Johnson told her she made smart moves
AVONDALE, Ariz. – Danica Patrick was initially angry with herself for dropping from third place to eighth on the last lap of Sunday's Daytona 500.
But after hearing from a couple of NASCAR's top drivers, her attitude softened.
NASCAR: Dale Jr.'s detox diet
Both team owner Tony Stewart and race winner Jimmie Johnson told Patrick there wasn't much she could have done different on the final lap, Patrick said Friday at Phoenix International Raceway.
"I was just frustrated that I didn't have a better plan," she said. "Tony told me, 'I really feel like you had more to lose in your position than you had to gain by trying something. So I think that you did the right thing'. So that made me feel better - a little bit."
Patrick, who became the first woman to win a Sprint Cup pole and lead the Daytona 500, said she was still disappointed about losing her track position, even if she wasn't mad. Stewart's comments "put it in perspective," she added.
VEGAS: Little faith in Danica at Phoenix
Patrick said the Daytona 500 winner told her she did "a nice job."
"And I said I had wished I had a better plan, but thank you and I have a lot to learn," Patrick recalled. "He said that the two (Daytona) wins he had, he didn't have a plan, and sometimes you just have to take it on the fly and work with what happens in the moment.
"He…said he'd seen the end of the race, and said, in his opinion, the only thing I could have done was back up to (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) when he backed up, but as far as what happened on the back straight when Junior went low, in his opinion, he thought I did the right thing."
Patrick said she still wanted to have a better plan for how to win the race in the future, but having some top drivers tell her she made good decisions "was a really nice thing."
As for Phoenix, Patrick said she knows the Daytona results won't be able to carry over. After all, this is not a restrictor-plate track, and Patrick has much to learn on downforce-style tracks.
"I need to keep realistic expectations and I think everybody else does, too," she said.
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Kevin MacDonald has become the favourite to become the next Blackburn manager after the sacking of Henning Berg.
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MacDonald has been installed as the front runner to move to Ewood Park at 1/4 with Sky Bet after Berg was sacked after just 10 games in charge on Thursday morning.
Berg, who signed a three-year contract on October 31, managed to steer the club to just one victory in his 57 days at the helm and the 1-0 defeat at Middlesbrough on Boxing Day saw them slip to 17th in the Championship table.
Mark Hughes - the former Rovers boss has drifted to 4/1, while Tim Sherwood can be backed at 12/1 for this post.
Sky Bet Football Trader Chris Spicer said: "Hughes was the man people initially went for and would appear to be the fans' choice.
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