Hotel Information
THE DRAKE
140 East Walton Place
Chicago, Illinois 60611
T. 312.787.2200
F. 312.787.1431
www.thedrakehotel.com | Reservation
Perfectly located in Chicago’s most exclusive area, the Gold Coast on The Magnificent Mile, The Drake Hotel offers dazzling views of Lake Shore Drive and Oak Street Beach and is just steps from Chicago’s most prestigious boutiques.
Hotel Accommodations
A block of rooms have been reserved for $289 per night. You must identify your affiliation with DxCG/Urix to obtain the conference rate. To make reservations, please contact the Drake directly at (800) 55 DRAKE.
Only a limited number of rooms will be available, please make your reservations by September 12, 2008.
Ground Transportation
Each conference attendee is responsible for making necessary travel arrangements to and from the airport and hotel. While parking is available at the hotel for a fee, we strongly encourage you to use a taxi or public transportation.
For more information about traveling to and from the hotel, please visit the hotel’s website at: www.thedrakehotel.com/hotel/directions
Conference Attire:
Conference dress is business casual. Meeting room temperatures and comfort levels may vary. We suggest that you dress layers for optimal comfort. The average high in Chicago first week of October is 69° and the average low is 59°.
Area of Attractions
Come a few days early to check out the many sites in Chicago. Go shopping on the Magnificent Mile, experience the striking architecture, and visit one of the many fine cultural attractions and restaurants that the city has to offer.
Sears Tower Skydeck - visit website
Experience the best view of Chicago and beyond from the tallest building in the Western Hemisphere. Visit the Skydeck Observatory on the 103rd floor for a spectacular view of the city.
Navy Pier - visit website
Navy Pier is Chicago’s lakefront playground, including 50 acres of parks, promenades, gardens, shops, eateries and attractions, including cruise boat rides, the Chicago Children’s Museum, IMAX Theatre, or just kick back and enjoy your favorite form of entertainment - dancers, acrobats, theater, blues, jazz, or rock 'n roll at the Pepsi Skyline Stage. Navy Pier also offers dining opportunities as diverse as Chicago itself. Dine at one of the fine restaurants or sample a variety of great tastes to be found at the food court in the Family Pavilion.
Chicago Architecture Foundation - visit website
Chicago's innovative and iconic buildings have influenced and reflected the history of American architecture. Chicago features prominent buildings in a variety of styles by many important architects, creating a citywide museum of architecture. The Chicago Architecture Foundation offers a variety of tours, lectures, and various exhibitions throughout the year, as listed on its website.
Chicago Botanical Garden - visit website
The Chicago Botanical Garden is a world-renowned 385-acre living museum featuring 23 specialty gardens set on a series of islands and lakes. The Garden is always in bloom, featuring year-round exhibits, festivals, tours and special events.
The Second City - visit website
Since 1959, The Second City has established itself as a Chicago landmark and a national treasure. The theatre that launched the careers of such comic greats as John Belushi, Mike Myers, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, and more offers nightly comedy shows, as well as a variety of other programs and services.
Museum Campus Chicago
Museum Campus Chicago is a 57 acre lakefront park in Chicago that surrounds three museums dedicated to the natural sciences: the Adler Planetarium, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum of Natural History, and serves as one of the most popular cultural attractions in Chicago.
The Art Institute of Chicago - visit website
A world renowned art museum, with collections dating from 3,000 B.C. through the present, including famous French Impressionist paintings and drawings; fine and decorative arts from America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Latin America; photography, textiles and architectural works.
