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That is so cool about the John Hughes movies! What is near is in regards to those films? Thank you for letting us know what art museum to check out.. we would like to do that. I am also into thrifty/boutiques (like SoHo NYC)so we would be into anything with that feel. We're into exploring the artsy/cultural parts of the city. As far as good we are into ethnic (Thai, Japanese, Mexican) and would like to find some good seafood and/or a good steakhouse (in the city). I'm also doing weigh watchers, so we want to steer clear of pastas, and enjoy healthy eating (which is why I am looking for some good seafood). How long is that walk from the belmont to the zoo? We would not be opposed to wearing our walking shoes and getting some exercise in.

After winning 4* Renaissance hotel in Northshore a couple weeks ago for 9/27-9/30 (thanks to all the help I got from members in this forum and of course starting my bidding through the PRICELINE link on this board) I've had some time to be getting super excited for the trip! We are staying in the the north suburbs and plan on going to the Botanical Gardens which is a short walk from our hotel, and we are seeing a show at the charter one pavillion at northerly island. What else should I make sure not to miss while in Chicago? I know that's a pretty broad question. Any bars or restaurants that we shouldn't miss out on? I am also interested in any kind of restaurants or bars by the water. We plan on going into the city daily and spending our time there however would like to experience closer to where we are staying a little bit too. Thanks for any feedback!!

Decided we wanted the freedom to have more money to enjoy the city and all it has to offer by saving money on a hotel and staying in the burbs. Thank you to the members that helped! Would have never known what to do without your help! First tried 45$ and kept being told by priceline I was bidding way too low. Then added deerfield as the second rebid zone and bumped it up to 55 and won!

wow, thank you so much for this information!! you guys have been an immensely huge help. we are starting to think the north suburbs are a good idea. i think it will open more opportunity for things we can afford to do. we have a car, and dont mind exploring new areas. we really also dont need to stay out super late in the city. id like to keep bidding on priceline. we would really like a 4* but will go down to a 3.5*. what zone would i bid in? you said North Shore and Deerfield zone areas on PRICELINE are combined (Northbrook-Glenview-Mt Prospect zone. so i am assuming those would be the zones? thanks again SO MUCH.

thank you so much for the input. what zone would the north suburbs be located in? I will continue to bid nightly through this site's PRICELINE link.

where would we want to possibly bid for the burbs? i was hoping to get nma/millenium for 9/27-9/30 for under 130 but wouldn't be opposed to burbs if it was close and not an inconvenience.

Aaron, what is your opinion on a 3.5* in nma or millenium? I had previously said 130-150 but we are really looking for a max of 130 a night.

thank you for the info!! desirably it would be 130-150 per night... i hope this isnt an impossible thought!!

I am traveling to chicago 9/27-9-30 for a concert at the charter one pavilion in northerly island. my boyfriend and I are from Buffalo and have never been to the area. After reading through these forums I am thinking of either NMA or millenium/loop. We are definitely wanting a 4*. are there any recommendations on where we should try to get our hotel at as far as nma vs. millenium? We are interested in museums, fine dining, water front bars/restaurants, shopping, and a little night life. I had no such luck on priceline last night, re-bid 5 zones and quit when it got up to 130 a night. I'm going to keep trying. I will keep updated on my wins. Thanks for any thoughts!