Elite Traveler Fall 2022

129 etr li at ve eler FALL 2022

Clockwise Guest room terrace at the Waldorf Astoria; Swissotel’s glass facade; the Presidential Suite’s media room at the Ritz-Carlton; Pendry Suite at the Pendry; In fi nity Suite at The Langham

TAKE FIVE///// THE BEST CITY SIGHTS

1 Night at the museum Claim the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago all to yourself when you take a VIP After Hours Tour, a one-hour, bespoke jaunt through the galleries led by local artist guides. mcachicago.org 2 Art and architecture So much architecture, so little time. Go with the best, as recommended by Langham Chicago’s concierge Philippe Gills. Chicago Private Tours and Productions, operated by Steven Garcia, transports art and architecture bu ff s by Cadillac Escalade or Mercedes 550 to view works that range from murals to Art Deco masterpieces. chicagoprivatetoursandproductions.com 3 Play ball Football. Baseball. Basketball. Renowned for its sports teams and loyal fans, Chicago is a game fanatic’s mecca. Most sporting venues o ff er VIP packages sure to garner the best seats and insider access. Go for the Ultimate Chicago Bears Experience at Soldier Field, available for most home Chicago Bears football games, inclusive of top-notch tickets, a pregame brunch and more. chicagobearsvip.com 4 Slow travel Walking’s slower pace brings Chicago’s fi ne details into focus. Trek the 606, the Windy City’s answer to NYC’s High Line. An elevated rail trail that winds for 2.7 miles, it incorporates the Bloomingdale Trail, connecting to four neighborhood parks at ground level. Conversely, trek the eastern shoreline of Lake Michigan along the paved, 18-mile-long Lakefront Trail. 5 Ahoy matey Experiencing Chicago from the water, looking back at the cityscape is obligatory. Eschew commercial boat rides when you book a personal yacht, complete with captain, from Knot My Boat Charters. From their vast fl eet, opt for the 56' Sea Ray Sundancer , a two-bedroom, two-bath haven. knotmyboatcharters.com

Photos Christian Horan Photography, Greg Powers Photography, David Cowan, Brett O’Brien