Chicago’s annual blues festival is no cause for sadness—it’s the world’s largest free admission blues festival. Some of the top musical acts in the country will be performing at Grant Park from June 7 through June 10. Since the festivity occurs less than two miles from the Chicago Radisson Hotel Suites during all hours of the day (11 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.,) I can take a break from work, enjoy a stroll in the warm weather, and watch enthralling performers. One will be Big Jay McNeely, who is known for his Jump Blues/Rock n’ Roll style in which he completely looses himself in the music as he thrashes around on stage.
There’s going to be six performance venue stages, where various artists will mix it up and take turns performing. On Thursday morning, ‘Boogie Woogie Stomp House’ will play at the 7/11 Route 66 Road House stage. Boogie Woogie is a style of piano jazz associated with the late 30’s and mid 40’s, in which the left hand plays a sturdy bass while the right hand drifts in elegant variations.
On Friday at the U.S. Cellular Front Porch stage, J.W. Williams and the Chi Town Hustlers, will give their hometown a topnotch show as they demonstrate exactly why Chicago is synonymous with the blues.
On Saturday night at the Petrillo Music Shell stage, ‘Magic Slim & The Teardrops’ will be featured. Magic Slim, who stands six-feet tall without his trademark cowboy hat, is known for the electrifying Mississippi-to-Chicago blues style that has influenced modern day artists and rockers.
On Sunday, Lil’ Howlin’ Wolf will help close things up at Gibson Guitars Crossroads. Wolf, who was born Jesse Sanders, began performing at the age of 17. He worked for the City of Chicago Police Department for 45 years and spent the weekends performing with blues greats. He retired over a decade ago, which means he has even more time to perform at festivals.
Almost one million people are expected to turn up for the festival. Hotel rooms are going fast, so be sure to reserve soon. You may wish to take advantage of the Radisson’s Elephant & Castle Package so you can easily get a good meal at your hotel after a long day of partying at the Chicago Blues Festival.
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Friday, May 18, 2007
Friday, April 6, 2007
Chicago-Golf Capital of the World!
People may first think of Palm Springs and Arizona when naming top places for golf, but Chicago is home to six superior public golf courses operated by the Chicago Park District, along with many beautiful private golf courses.
Public courses include the Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course, Jackson Park Golf Course and the South Shore Cultural Center Golf Course. Marovitz is located along Lake Michigan and consists of nine holes situated on rolling fairways and tight greens. Jackson Park is a historic 18-hole golf course. South Shore, a former private club, is one of the best kept secrets in Chicago. The 2,720 yard, par 33 course offers gorgeous panoramic views of Lake Michigan.
If you want to take a short day trip, some of the best places for golf are located just outside of the city. Harborside International Gulf Course is 16 minutes from downtown and offers two 18-hole championship courses. Cantigny Golf in Wheaton is annually listed as one of the “Top Public Golf Courses in America.” This 27-hole championship venue, with three distinct courses, is open to the public and accepts tee time up to 14 days in advance. Eaglewood Resort, located 35 minutes from downtown Chicago, is one of the most luxurious golf courses in the Midwest. Eaglewood’s 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course offers the perfect outdoor environment for relaxation. Located in Glenview, The Glen Club, which was once home to the Glenview Naval Air Station, has been transformed into an 18-hole nationally acclaimed course.
For information on these clubs, contact me or Cheryl Justak at Golf Now! Chicago.
If you want to practice golf near your hotel in Chicago, just about a mile or so north of the Chicago Radisson Hotel and Suites at Diversey Harbor is the Diversey Driving Range. If you just want to hit some balls, you’ll find me next to the driving range, playing miniature golf. FORE!
Public courses include the Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course, Jackson Park Golf Course and the South Shore Cultural Center Golf Course. Marovitz is located along Lake Michigan and consists of nine holes situated on rolling fairways and tight greens. Jackson Park is a historic 18-hole golf course. South Shore, a former private club, is one of the best kept secrets in Chicago. The 2,720 yard, par 33 course offers gorgeous panoramic views of Lake Michigan.
If you want to take a short day trip, some of the best places for golf are located just outside of the city. Harborside International Gulf Course is 16 minutes from downtown and offers two 18-hole championship courses. Cantigny Golf in Wheaton is annually listed as one of the “Top Public Golf Courses in America.” This 27-hole championship venue, with three distinct courses, is open to the public and accepts tee time up to 14 days in advance. Eaglewood Resort, located 35 minutes from downtown Chicago, is one of the most luxurious golf courses in the Midwest. Eaglewood’s 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course offers the perfect outdoor environment for relaxation. Located in Glenview, The Glen Club, which was once home to the Glenview Naval Air Station, has been transformed into an 18-hole nationally acclaimed course.
For information on these clubs, contact me or Cheryl Justak at Golf Now! Chicago.
If you want to practice golf near your hotel in Chicago, just about a mile or so north of the Chicago Radisson Hotel and Suites at Diversey Harbor is the Diversey Driving Range. If you just want to hit some balls, you’ll find me next to the driving range, playing miniature golf. FORE!
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
What Does a Concierge do?
Beyond offering guests a friendly greeting and tips on the area, a concierge follows ancient tradition by aiming to fulfill any guest requests that are legally, ethically and morally feasible.
The word "concierge" is derived form the French term "comte des cierges" meaning "keeper of the candles." Keepers were required to stay abreast on all the events going on in the palace and maintain candles for them. As the years progressed, the person occupying this role was the gatekeeper, or keeper of the key, responsible for greeting guests and attending to their needs.
At the beginning of the 20th century, European hotels employed concierges to keep track of their guests' needs. They began meeting and networking in order to improve their services and eventually developed Les Clefs d’Or, the international association of professional hotel concierges.
As a member of Les Clefs d'Or, I wear a gold key on my lapel. The gold key signifies that the wearer is a professionally trained concierge who has built up the skills and contacts to open doors for guests throughout the city.
Not all concierges are members of Les Clefs d’Or. We must obtain five years experience as concierges, acquire sponsors, and pass rigorous testing. I am the only Les Clefs d’Or concierge in the Radisson chain in the U.S. But don’t worry... I'll still let you in on where you can find the best hot dog in Chicago!
The word "concierge" is derived form the French term "comte des cierges" meaning "keeper of the candles." Keepers were required to stay abreast on all the events going on in the palace and maintain candles for them. As the years progressed, the person occupying this role was the gatekeeper, or keeper of the key, responsible for greeting guests and attending to their needs.
At the beginning of the 20th century, European hotels employed concierges to keep track of their guests' needs. They began meeting and networking in order to improve their services and eventually developed Les Clefs d’Or, the international association of professional hotel concierges.
As a member of Les Clefs d'Or, I wear a gold key on my lapel. The gold key signifies that the wearer is a professionally trained concierge who has built up the skills and contacts to open doors for guests throughout the city.
Not all concierges are members of Les Clefs d’Or. We must obtain five years experience as concierges, acquire sponsors, and pass rigorous testing. I am the only Les Clefs d’Or concierge in the Radisson chain in the U.S. But don’t worry... I'll still let you in on where you can find the best hot dog in Chicago!
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