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Fort Myers - Fort Myers was originally built along the Caloosahatchee River as one of the first bases of operations during the Seminole Indian Wars. Today the city is the historical and political hub of Lee County, Florida. Locals and visitors alike enjoy the area's temperate climate and sun-washed beaches, the international dining and shopping of downtown, the recreational activities such as sailing, boating and fishing, as well as the city's historical sites, museums, theaters and more. Salt Lake City - Considered to be "The Crossroads of the American West," Salt Lake City offers a dynamic vacation experience, ranging from a unique Mormon heritage to world-class skiing at any of the nine major ski resorts located less than an hour from downtown Salt Lake. Biloxi - Biloxi is a fast growing vacation destination situated on the Gulf Coast in Mississippi. The city is home to nine casino-resorts, all of which are open 24 hours, seven days a week, and offer the very same gaming excitement as found in Las Vegas or Atlantic City. For a great change of pace, Biloxi also offers close to 26 miles of beaches, where activities range from sunbathing and surfing, to swimming, romantic walks and camping. New Orleans - Home to the famous French Quarter, New Orleans is made up of romantic Old-World architecture, internationally renowned Cajun and Creole cuisine, the enigmatic underground culture of voodooism, as well as incredible jazz music and an infectious laid-back attitude. Each year New Orleans plays host to Mardi Gras, the most popular festival in America. Houston - Houston is the largest city in Texas, fourth largest in America. Known as the "Bayou City," Houston offers an eclectic mix of things to do for visitors of all ages and budgets, ranging from the city's 17-block Theater District, to its more than 11,000 restaurants, to the world's largest rodeo. Atlantic City - Atlantic City is an intimate 24-hour tourist destination that can be enjoyed by all ages and all types of travelers. In addition to world-class gaming in 14 different casino-resorts, Atlantic City is home to broad white-sand beaches and the famous Boardwalk. The city also has a host of amusement parks, upscale shopping, sizzling nightlife, headline entertainment, and international cuisine. Oklahoma City - The capital city of Oklahoma, Oklahoma City offers a dynamic vacation experience through its rich Native American and Western heritage, its eclectic neighborhoods, over 50 great attractions, 12,000 hotels, a prolific arts and entertainment scene, and plenty of barbeque. New York City - New York City is still the business and entertainment capital of the world. Most of what makes New York so famous is cosmopolitan Manhattan Island. Thousands of people bustle along Manhattan Streets each day, exploring landmarks such as Times Square and Central Park, strolling down Broadway or Fifth Avenue, or enjoying the immense variety of theater, restaurants, nightlife and more. Hey, it's the city that never sleeps. Miami - More than 10 million tourists a year flood Miami-Dade County to take advantage of the white-sand beaches, the sunny weather, the upscale shopping, the sizzling nightlife, and the outstanding “New World” cuisine that has taken on a style and taste of its own. Las Vegas - Las Vegas is a combination of fast gaming action, glamour and glitz, sophistication and debauchery, all in the middle of the desert. Dance the night away, dine on world-class cuisine, catch some of the oldest, most reliable names in entertainment, or put your life savings in the hands of fate at any one of the magnificent casino-hotels. Paris - Paris draws on two thousand years of history, giving this city an unrivaled cultural legacy. Paris is magnificent, ancient architecture, inspiring artistry, fashion, glamour, ethnic diversity, charming neighborhoods, refined cuisine, theater, and much more. Altogether Paris is a modern city, consistently responding to new challenges, creating new districts, new meeting places, and new ways of life. London - London is an extravagant mix of history and modernity, science and the arts, business and leisure. From the tranquility of Hyde Park, to the haunting legacy of the Towers of London, to the priceless artifacts in the British Museum and much more, London has a countless array of things to see and do. |
| Congress Plaza Hotel 520 South Michigan Ave. in Chicago. Hotel Reservations, Amenities and Map. |
Originally designed and built in 1893 to accommodate visitors to the Columbian World's Exposition, the guest rooms and suites of the Congress Plaza are truly spacious by today's standards. The Congress Plaza's convenient downtown location commands a spectacular view of Grant Park and Buckingham Fountain. The Congress Plaza is a traditional hotel located on South Michigan Avenue opposite Grant Park. Guests looking for easy access to major downtown attractions will find the Congress Plaza convenient. Travel advisory: The Worker's Union of Chicago has been conducting a strike against the Congress Plaza Hotel since 2003. It also provides easy access to The Art Institute of Chicago, Symphony Center, Soldier Field, the Shedd Aquarium, the Art Institute and the Sears Tower -all within walking distance. The tastefully decorated, well appointed guest rooms are appointed with modern conveniences and most offer city or lake views. The Congress Plaza features a main lobby with an award-winning dome ceiling and stone statues in an Art Deco ambiance. The "El" train stops nearby and offers easy access to other parts of downtown, as well as both airports. Chicago's business districts, shopping and restaurants, as well as downtown theaters and universities are also just minutes away. They are walking distance from the newly competed Millennium Park.
