First Time in Chicago
Last week my colleagues and I headed to Chicago for the Global Business Travel Association convention as well as our The Trazees awards and Wherever Awards. Now, I have been to many Trazees and Wherever Awards events in the past, but I have never been to GBTA or Chicago.
Global Traveler Came to Chicago
Last week Global Traveler held its Wherever Awards and The Trazees in Chicago. GT events are always great events, but this one in my hometown was special.
Chicago Went Bananas
The Savannah Bananas brought its unique brand of baseball entertainment to Chicago's Wrigley Field for three games. The series sold out quickly, and thousands of fans hung out around the stadium just to be part of it.
Elegance Meets Luxury at The Peninsula Chicago
My stay at The Peninsula Chicago was nothing short of extraordinary. Greeted by friendly staff and thoughtful design throughout the property, my overall experience left me wanting more.
Visiting One of Napa Valley’s Most Popular Bakeries
Along one of the many picturesque streets of Yountville, in the heart of Napa Valley, California, is a small and charming bakery with a line already forming out the door. Even though we arrived around 9:30 a.m., the line was indicative of just how beloved Bouchon Bakery is and the reputation it has acquired in the area.
WNBA All-Stars in Chicago
The WNBA was all over Chicago leading up to Saturday's All-Star game. Despite no Chicago Sky players in the game, Chicago fans came out in record numbers.
Golf at Fox Hollow
The summer has been nonstop, and I finally managed to get out and play a round of golf. This golf season has been nonexistent for me. I went to Top Golf and a golf simulator a few months ago, but that has been the extent of my golfing this year.
August Adventures Await!
As July comes to an end, I can’t help but look forward to the month of August. August is and always has been a favorite month of mine. This August happens to be a busy time for my travels. I begin the month with a trip to Chicago, flying out of Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Chicago O’Hare. Along with some of my colleagues, I will be attending our 12th annual TrazeeTravel Awards and ninth annual WhereverFamily awards at the Peninsula Chicago.
Talking Travel with Mayor Cavalier Johnson
After I interviewed Palatine mayor Jim Schwantz about drawing tourism to the suburb of Chicago, I wanted to pursue that topic. Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson was the perfect mayor to further the discussion.
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