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Identity card<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nArea code :<\/strong> +1 (United States) 312 (Chicago)
\nTime difference :<\/strong> - 7 hours<\/p>\n

How to get there<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nUnited AirLines
\n<\/strong>The American carrier, based in Chicago, offers a daily flight from Paris CDG 1 in a Boeing 767-300 equipped with three classes. The airline also offers a daily flight (except Wednesdays) from Brussels. United also has a \"Economy Plus<\/em>This offer will be extended to Continental aircraft in 2012. First Class is similar to a mini-suite, while the new Business Class is equipped with sleeper seats with an integrated power socket and large video screen. www.united.com<\/p>\n

American AirLines<\/strong>
\nThe airline has a hub in Chicago and operates daily flights from Paris CDG 2 and Brussels using Boeing 767-300s in a three-class configuration. www.americanairlines.fr<\/p>\n

Air France<\/strong>
\nThe airline offers a daily flight from Paris CDG 2 to Chicago O'Hare in an Airbus A340-300 with four flight classes, including Economy Premium. www.airfrance.fr<\/p>\n

Conference centres<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nMC Cormick Place Chicago<\/strong>
\nIt is the largest exhibition centre in the United States, with three million visitors a year. It also includes a convention centre. 2301 South Lake Shore Drive
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 791 7000
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 791 6543
\nE-mail :<\/strong> mcpgenlinfo@mpea.com<\/a>
\nInternet : <\/strong>www.mccormickplace.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Chicago Convention Bureau<\/strong>
\n2301 South Lake Shore Drive
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 567 8500
\nE-mail :<\/strong> services@choosechicago.com<\/a>
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.choosechicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\"ChicagoHotels<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nPark Hyatt Chicago<\/strong>
\nMost of the 198 rooms at this business hotel offer superb views of the city. Located in the heart of opulent North Michigan Avenue, the Park Hyatt is distinguished by its personalised and discreet service. French newspapers are available on request. A lobby bar offers complimentary coffee and fruit juices, as well as free WiFi access for one day. NoMi, its restaurant, is one of Chicago's most renowned. The Park Hyatt is also ideal for conferences, with 500 m2 of meeting rooms and spaces.
\n800 North Michigan Avenue
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 335 1234
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 239 4000
\nE-mail :<\/strong> communications.chiph@hyatt.com
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.parkchicago.hyatt.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Sofitel Chicago Water Tower<\/strong>
\nOn a quiet street in the Gold Coast district, but only a few metres from the hustle and bustle of North Michigan, the Sofitel is the ambassador of savoir-vivre. \"French style<\/em>. Designer Pierre-Yves Rochon worked on the Sofitel, creating a contemporary style. The grand staircase in the reception hall is one of the most spectacular. Monumental and studded with stars, it immediately gives an air of Holywoodian stardom to the young couples who come to be photographed there. The Sofitel Chicago Water Tower offers 415 rooms and 33 suites, a bar and the Caf\u00e9 des Architectes, a French restaurant. 20 East Chestnut Street
\nTel: <\/strong>+1 312 324 40 00
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 324 4026
\nE-mail :<\/strong> sofitel.chicagowatertower@sofitel.com<\/a>
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.sofitel.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Other business hotels<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nKimpton Palomar<\/strong> - 505 North State Street
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 755 9703
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 755 9713
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.hotelpalomar-chicago.com<\/p>\n

Palmer House Hilton<\/strong> - 17 East Monroe Street
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 726 7500
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 917 1707
\nInternet : <\/strong>www.hiltonhotels.com\/fr_FR<\/p>\n

Swissotel Chicago<\/strong> - 323 East Wacker Drive
\nTel: <\/strong>+1 312 565 0565
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 565 0540
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.swissotelchicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Westin Chicago River North<\/strong> - 320 North Dearborn Street
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 744 1900
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 527 2650
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.starwoodhotels.com<\/p>\n

The Wit<\/strong> - 201 North State Street
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 467 0200
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 239 9422
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.thewithotel.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Sustainable development hotel<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nFelix<\/strong>
\nFour-star boutique hotel designed according to \"green\" criteria. The Felix Hotel boasts the distinction of being the first in Chicago to obtain the LEED environmental standard. But that doesn't stop it from being as comfortable as it is refined!
\n111 West Huron Street
\nPhone: +1 312 447 3440
\nFax: +1 312 447 3441
\nInternet: www.hotelfelixchicago.com<\/p>\n

Budget hotels<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nRed Roof INN<\/strong>
\nHistoric building just metres from the Magnificent Mile. Rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs, air conditioning and free WiFi access.
\n162 East Ontario Street
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 787 3580
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.redroof.com<\/p>\n

Days INN Chicago<\/strong>
\nOn the shores of Lake Michigan, this hotel has won awards for the quality of its service. 133 functional rooms, WiFi access and breakfast included in the room rate.
\n644 West Diversey Parkway
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 773 525 7010
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 773 525 6998
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.daysinnchicago.net<\/p>\n

\"Lifestyle\"Lifestyle<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nGold Coast Guest House B&B<\/strong>
\nJust a few minutes from North Michigan Avenue, the Gold Coast Guest House offers a warm, family atmosphere, with cosy rooms, a self-service kitchen and a lounge opening onto a private garden. WiFi access, fax and printer: everything you need for a business trip off the beaten track. For a rate of 30% to 40 % less expensive than a four-star hotel.
\n113 West Elm Street
\nTel:<\/strong> + 1 312 337 0361
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.bbchicago.com<\/p>\n

Restaurants<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nAdobo Grill<\/strong>
\nAn authentic Mexican bistro-restaurant in Old Town, just a few minutes' drive from the centre of Chicago. Colourful atmosphere and a bar renowned for its cocktails and margaritas. Excellent fish and marinated meat specialities. The must at Adobo Grill: guacamole prepared to order in front of the diners by expert waiters who don't hesitate to offer their advice on choosing the best dishes...
\n1610 North Wells Street
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 266 79 99
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.adobogrill.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Bistronomic<\/strong>
\nHomesick for France after two or three days of American culinary experiences? Just a stone's throw from the Sofitel, Bistronomic is a friendly restaurant whose reputation has already spread far beyond the confines of the district. It serves French cuisine, \"but light\"<\/em> as Martial Noguier, its young head chef, likes to emphasise...
\n840 North Wabash Street
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 944 84 00
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.bistronomic.net<\/a><\/p>\n

Shanghai Terrace<\/strong>
\nOne of Chicago's best-known Chinese restaurants with a summer patio overlooking North Michigan. Located on the grounds of the Peninsula Hotel.
\n108 East Superior Street
\nTel: <\/strong>+1 312 573 6618
\nInternet : <\/strong>www.peninsula.com<\/p>\n

Lunch on the go<\/span><\/span><\/strong>
\nTwo practical addresses for a break at low prices...<\/p>\n

French Market<\/strong>
\nNear Union Street Station, you can sample French, Belgian or Indochinese specialities with Piaf or Mike Brant playing in the background...<\/p>\n

Cafeteria, Museum of Contemporary Art<\/strong>
\nA few minutes from North Michigan Avenue, a cafeteria where the sandwiches, salads and pizzas have been created by Wolfgang Puck, one of the great American chefs. It's slightly more expensive than a traditional cafeteria, but you can't put a price on fame!<\/p>\n

Practical guides<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nChicago, Ulysse (2010)<\/strong> One of the few guides published in French and devoted exclusively to the Illinois metropolis. Packed with information on the city, with a very detailed practical section on hotels and restaurants.<\/p>\n

Chicago Cartoville, Gallimard (2010)<\/strong> The reputation of this pocket-sized guide is well established. Its strong point: folding maps, classified according to Chicago's districts or surrounding areas.<\/p>\n

Chicago and the Great Lakes, Petit Fut\u00e9 (2008)<\/strong> Always the practical side of the Petit Fut\u00e9 guides. This guide can also be downloaded from the web. A new edition is planned for the end of the year.<\/p>\n

Discovering architecture<\/strong><\/span>
\nChicago Architecture Foundation A relief map of the city's evolution; a comprehensive bookshop; and, above all, the opportunity to take guided tours to discover Chicago's architectural treasures. The foundation organises 85 themed tours, the most popular of which focus on historic buildings and contemporary architecture.<\/p>\n

Another favourite route is the boat trip along the Chicago River. 224 South Michigan Avenue
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 922 3432
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.architecture.org<\/p>\n

Travellers will also find great views of the city from the top of the John Hancock Observatory (875 North Michigan Avenue; www.hancockobservatory.com), in the tower of the same name, and from the top of the Skydeck of the Willis Tower (233 South Wacker Drive; www.theskydeck.com<\/a>). Beware: it can be a long wait for either of you.<\/p>\n

Information<\/strong><\/span><\/span>
\nUBI France-Mission Economique Chicago<\/strong> > 205 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3750
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 327 5250
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 327 5251
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.ubifrance.com<\/p>\n

Consulate General of France in Chicago<\/strong> > 205 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 3710
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 327 5200
\nFax :<\/strong> +1 312 327 5201
\nE-mail :<\/strong> contact@consulfrance-chicago.org<\/a>
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.consulfrance-chicago.org<\/p>\n

French-American Chamber of Commerce in Chicago<\/strong> > 35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 670
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 578 0444
\nE-mail :<\/strong> information@facc-chicago.com<\/a>
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.facc-chicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n

World Business Chicago<\/strong> > 177 North State Street, Suite 500
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 312 553 0500
\nE-mail : <\/strong>wbc@worldbusinesschicago.com<\/a>
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.worldbusinesschicago.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Chicago Office of Tourism<\/strong> > 77 East Randolph Street, inside the Chicago Cultural Centre. A second information centre is also open to the public on North Michigan Avenue, Water Works.
\nTel:<\/strong> +1 877 244 2246
\nE-mail : <\/strong>info@chicagoofficeoftourism.org<\/a>
\nInternet :<\/strong> www.explorechicago.org<\/a><\/p>\n