| Chicago, known for its baseball, shopping and | | | | among Chicagoans, and a fun way to get some |
| chill-inducing temperatures isn't always thought of as | | | | activity into a weekend likely to be filled with rich |
| a romantic destination. There's plenty of lovin' going | | | | foods! Within walking distance to downtown Chicago |
| on in the Windy City, though, with more than enough | | | | hotels, the rink is open daily, and offers rental skates |
| cozy restaurants, fun events and flirty happenings to | | | | at a reasonable price. Gliding across the ice gives you |
| keep couples canoodling the night away. | | | | a stunning view of the Magnificent Mile while putting a |
| Around Valentine's Day, couples planning to visit | | | | little color in your cheeks. |
| Chicago might want to carve out time for some of | | | | Garfield Park Conservancy: |
| the following events. Whether the city is a road trip | | | | For a more informative afternoon, visit the Garfield |
| or a plane ride away, simple romantic touches can | | | | Park Conservancy, where Sweet Saturdays during |
| get the weekend getaway off on the right foot. | | | | February bring a chance to sample bananas, |
| Creating a CD of meaningful or romantic songs to | | | | cinnamon, vanilla and chocolate straight from the |
| play on the way there is a sweet way to reminisce | | | | trees they grew on. If you're a chocolate fanatic, |
| about past dates and events. Ordering champagne | | | | you'll jump at this chance to try some as nature |
| during the flight, or offering some heart shaped | | | | intended. |
| chocolates during the car ride are sure to up the | | | | For the evening, romantic options abound, both in |
| romance factor. | | | | and out of your downtown Chicago luxury hotel! |
| To go a step further in setting the mood a romantic | | | | The Poetry Center of Chicago: |
| Chicago hotel package should be considered. Some | | | | Literary-types will appreciate the third annual |
| Chicago hotels even offer spa packages, a popular | | | | Valentine's Day poetry celebration at the Poetry |
| amenity for many couples. For a more risque mood, | | | | Center of Chicago. The event actually takes place a |
| how about flower petals on the bed and chilled | | | | bit earlier in the month, so be sure to ask the |
| champagne? The concierge at your hotel will be able | | | | concierge at your downtown Chicago hotel to check |
| to offer suggestions on other luxuries as well, that | | | | before heading out. Several local and national poets |
| will keep you smiling. | | | | and writers will be speaking. |
| Once you and your sweetie arrive at your hotel in | | | | Lake Michigan: |
| downtown Chicago, take a few minutes to | | | | Is there anything more romantic than a dinner cruise |
| appreciate what makes the hotel unique. In some, it's | | | | around Lake Michigan? There are several cruise ships |
| a renowned spa, while others might feature world | | | | that offer special Valentine's Day events, often |
| class chef-driven restaurants, or an intriguing list of | | | | featuring champagne, roses and deluxe buffets. You'll |
| signature cocktails in the hotel bar. The, get ready to | | | | experience the city from a different viewpoint as |
| leave the downtown Chicago hotel behind, because | | | | you and your love dance the night away on this |
| it's time to hit the town! | | | | romantic outing. |
| If you've got daylight hours left, consider one of | | | | After exploring some of the romantic activities the |
| these destinations. | | | | city has to offer, you're sure to consider Chicago one |
| Millennium Park: | | | | of the most romantic places you've ever visited! |
| The ice skating rink at Millennium Park is famous | | | | |