Chicago is a major metropolis located on the shore of Lake Michigan in Cook County, and is the third-largest city and metropolitan area in the United States, after New York and Los Angeles. The city’s 29 miles of lakefront paths are just one reason Chicago is one of the world’s most walkable and beautiful cities. While here one must visit the Millennium Park which offers dazzling music, art, landscape design and architecture – including the mammoth stainless-steel Cloud Gate sculpture. Loop is what locals call the historical center of downtown Chicago and it is bounded on the west and north by the Chicago River, on the east by Lake Michigan, and on the south by Roosevelt Road. One important Chicago destination is The Magnificent Mile along Michigan Avenue and in this eight-block stretch, 460 stores offer luxury items, beautiful bargains, and everything in-between. If it’s bowling or billiards you want, or simply a cocktail at one of hundreds of trendy city lounges, neighborhood hot spots, or sports bars, you’ll find it all nearby. Food lovers will be happy to know that the Windy City is America’s new culinary star and Chicago’s ever-evolving culinary scene reaches tantalizing new heights every day. The sprawling bright natural spaces and the elegance of the luxurious five star hotels form the perfect combination for a spectacular Chicago stay.