chicagotribune.com - Travel: Oh, yes, the Peninsula is that good

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com Oh, yes, the Peninsula is that good 12 Jun 2011, 7:14 am Part of a series of mini-reviews of Chicago-area hotels. Does the 10-year-old Peninsula Chicago deserve all of its accolades? Does it merit Forbes' five-star and AAA's five-diamond ratings or a seemingly perennial spot on Conde Nast Traveler's Gold List? In a word: Yes. This River North gem embodies opulence, a hotel that knows how to cater to every need without appearing gaudy or flashy. Starting at 530 square feet, the Peninsula guest rooms are some of the largest in town. Inside, a palette of soft gold and butterscotch delivers a light yet warm feel. And gadget hounds will love the bedside control panel, which regulates temperature, lighting and curtains. The top two floors house The Peninsula Spa, where guests can unwind in one of eight treatment rooms or in the hotel's 25-meter lap pool. Those looking for a workout will find one waiting in the Fitness Center, which offers dozens of classes and personal trainers at the ready. Dinner is just as invigorating, as guests can choose from four options, including Shanghai Terrace and the two-star Michelin-rated Avenues. With the restaurant's open kitchen and chef's bar, guests can watch executive chef Curtis Duffy build contemporary American dishes using sustainable ingredients and modern techniques. Finish the night with cocktails at The Bar, the Peninsula's signature lounge, where you never know when an A-list celebrity might show up for a nightcap. The Peninsula Chicago Neighborhood: River North 108 E. Superior St. Chicago, IL 60611 312-337-2888 peninsula.com/chicago Getting there Cross Streets: Rush and Chicago Public transportation: CTA bus: 3-King Drive, 151-Sheridan, 147-Streeterville, 66-Chicago; CTA Red Line "L" stop: Chicago Parking: Self and valet Wheelchair access: Yes The basics Prices for a standard room start at $325 a night, excluding taxes. Floors: 16. Rooms: 339. Hotel amenities: Ballrooms (2), meeting rooms (7), restaurants and bars/lounges (5), business center, fitness center, pool, whirlpool, steam room, terrace, spa. Room amenities: Flat-screen television, work desk, minibar, in-room safe. Features Room service: 24 hours Turndown service Pets allowed up to 20 pounds Wi-Fi: Complimentary Shopping nearby Chat about this story w/ Talkita You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.

chicagotribune.com - Travel: Chilean ash cloud disrupts New Zealand-Australian flights

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com Chilean ash cloud disrupts New Zealand-Australian flights 12 Jun 2011, 12:00 am WELLINGTON (Reuters) - A cloud of ash from an erupting volcano in Chile has drifted over the Atlantic and Indian oceans to lie over southern parts of New Zealand and Australia, disrupting air travel. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.

chicagotribune.com - Travel: Bora Bora: Perfect weather, food

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com Bora Bora: Perfect weather, food 7 Jun 2011, 9:45 pm Landon Donovan is the face of American soccer and an avid traveler. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.

chicagotribune.com - Travel: 25 things about LAX

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com 25 things about LAX 12 Jun 2011, 12:00 am 'Vapor wake'-sniffing dogs, the best vantage points for plane spotting, firetruck salutes — here are 25 things you might not have known about the airport. Travelers usually try to get in and get out of Los Angeles International Airport as quickly as possible. Who wouldn't? But in their haste, here are 25 things they might have missed: You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.

chicagotribune.com - Travel: How to weather vacation season

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com How to weather vacation season 7 Jun 2011, 9:54 pm Business travel slows during summer, but it doesn't disappear. It also carries its own unique set of challenges. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.

chicagotribune.com - Travel: 48 hours in historic Philadelphia

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com 48 hours in historic Philadelphia 10 Jun 2011, 10:52 am PHILADELPHIA (Reuters Life!) - Got 48 hours to spend in Philadelphia? Reuters correspondents with local knowledge help visitors enjoy the sites in the City of Brotherly Love. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.

chicagotribune.com - Travel: Gearbox: Thieves aren't in this picture

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com Gearbox: Thieves aren't in this picture 7 Jun 2011, 9:29 pm Name: California Sunbounce Sun-Sniper Strap Pro You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.

chicagotribune.com - Travel: For perfect weather, food, head to Bora Bora

chicagotribune.com - Travel Headlines from chicagotribune.com For perfect weather, food, head to Bora Bora 7 Jun 2011, 9:45 pm Landon Donovan is the face of American soccer and an avid traveler. You are receiving this email because you subscribed to this feed at blogtrottr.com. If you no longer wish to receive these emails, you can unsubscribe from this feed.