There’s no way around it: As much as we cherish quality time at home with our families, an occasional, brief change of scenery is a must-do. To that end, the Chicago Four Seasons offers a package that promises women plenty of new sights and a fun-filled weekend in the Windy City.
The high-end hotel’s “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” package combines posh amenities and metropolitan fun. The stay starts off in style: In addition to the hotel’s newly renovated rooms and sumptuous views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, package participants are also greeted with chocolate-covered strawberries. Plus, participants who plan to hold a ladies-only slumber soiree later in the evening can schedule a visit from the Martini Man: a master mixologist who comes to the room with a cart and the tools of his trade for a private cocktail hour.
Shopping opportunities abound, thanks to the 900 stores surrounding Chicago’s famed Magnificent Mile. The Four Seasons package offers a guided shopping tour to introduce fashionista friends to neighborhoods with exclusive, cutting-edge boutiques that specialize in up-and-coming, local designers. Package participants will definitely want to make a beeline for Bloomingdale’s, where complimentary makeovers and exclusive gifts await.
The special treatment continues back at the Seasons Lounge, where a group can reconnect over complimentary desserts, served in a posh setting and accompanied by the soothing sounds of piano music. Satiated by sweets, women can then seek out the aid of a concierge to arrange a wealth of recreational activities — from gourmet cooking classes to a private tour of Merchandise Mart, the largest design showplace in the nation.