Marriott Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge: 630-986-4100

Springhill Suites Marriott: 630-323-7530

Quality Inn and Conference Center: 630-325-2900

Family Road Trip to Chicago? Why not!

Posted on May 20, 2013 by BurrRidge

Ready to get away for a while but don’t have time in your schedule to fit a week-long vacation? Problem solved! A roadtrip to Chicago has been named the #9 most popular Ultimate Family Road Trips by Redbook Magazine. Who knew that such a great (and affordable) trip could be found right here in the U.S.?

There are a few things you should know while planning and booking your road trip to Chicago.

Lodging outside of the city is one great (and remarkably easy) way to cut trip expenses. This is when the hotels of Burr Ridge jump in. Off I-55 at County Line Road, just 1/2 mile South of I-294 and only 18 miles from the city center, the Burr Ridge Hotels are ready to welcome you and your family at one of our four very comfortable and convenient hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. Each of the four hotels are family friendly and provide free on-site parking (3 of the hotels even have pools for the kids)!

The Metra, Chicago’s commuter train system, is a simple and hassle-free way to get downtown without having to deal with traffic headaches and expensive parking. The closest station is West Hinsdale, just under three miles from Burr Ridge. The Metra trains run every half hour from West Hinsdale to Union Station, so finding a ride to downtown Chicago is easy!

Be sure to get a GO Chicago Card. These cards are good for free admission at tons of local attractions. Compare the rates without a GO Chicago Card with GO Chicago Card rates to make sure you’ll be pocketing some extra discount cash! Also check out these money-saving tips for traveling in Chicago.

Millennium Park houses the giant, bean-shaped Anish Kapoor sculpture, Cloud Gate. Take a picture of your family’s reflection then get a view of the city from Navy Pier’s 150-foot Ferris wheel! Navy Pier is always a must to first-time Chicago travelers as well as residents and repeat visitors. Check out the Navy Pier Fireworks which happen every Wednesday and Saturday evening until the fall.

Cloud Gate, Millenium Park

With steep gas and electric bills in addition to high gasoline prices, who doesn’t want to save a couple of bucks this year on a summer vacation? When your legs can’t walk another inch and the kids are ready to hit the sack, make your way to one of the Burr Ridge Hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay!

Welcome Investors, HR Personnel, Diabetes Experts, Music Lovers and Librarians!

Posted on May 6, 2013 by BurrRidge

Here are the trade shows coming up at McCormick Place.

1. Morningstar Investment Conference (June 12 – 14) – The Morningstar Investment celebrates its 25^th year of bringing together the most innovative minds in investing. What is the state of the market? Where should you invest in it? The conference will help to answer those questions and more when Morningstar brings together a first-rate lineup of asset managers, advisers, executives and strategists who are leaders in their respective fields. Learn more at www.morningstar.com.

Want to save up to 40% on your hotel stay? Stay in Burr Ridge! Choose from the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants! (Just 18 miles from McCormick Place on I-55 at County Line Road (1/2 mile south of I-294).

2. SHRM Annual Conference & Exposition (June 16 – 19) – The Society for Human Resource Management presents its annual conference with an impressive keynote lineup of sessions and the world’s largest HR marketplace. The exposition will give you everything you need to be more focused, energized and successful. What’s not to like? Learn more and register at www.shrm.org.

3. ADA 73^rd Scientific Sessions (June 21 – 25) – The American Diabetes Association presents the 73^rd Scientific Sessions which features more than 1,200 cutting-edge presentations by prestigious diabetes experts that will explore the latest research breakthroughs in the meeting’s eight theme areas. Please visit www.diabetes.org to learn more about each theme and to register!

4. Dub Show Tour (June 22) – Dub Magazine presents its one-day tour stop in Chicago! The tour includes an all-star concert with performances by Ludacris, Ice Cube, Waka Flocka Flame, T-Pain and Wiz Khalifa in addition to hundreds of show cars, wheels, accessories, apparel and dozens of vendor booths. Meet and greet artists and entertainers while checking out a few nice rides and listening to today’s hottest music. Learn more and buy tickets at www.dubshowtour.com.

5. American Library Association Annual Conference & Exhibition (June 27 – July 2) – The ALA Annual Conference programs and updates key issues such as digital content and e-books, technology in libraries, innovation, books and hundreds of authors, leadership, library advocacy, community engagement, and library marketing. Don’t miss this informative and fun conference! For show schedule and to register, please visit www.ala.org.

Why spend extra bucks to stay in the congestion of Downtown Chicago? Save up to 40% at each of the four Burr Ridge Hotels! When your feet are tired from standing all day, your head is full of new information and all you crave is a good meal and a comfortable bed, make your way to one of the Burr Ridge Hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. And remember, just 18 miles southwest of Downtown Chicago on I-55 and a half mile south of I-294, the hotels in Burr Ridge promise to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We also welcome companies and businesses to our facilities for large or small conference spaces. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay.

Welcome, Oncologists, Techies, Foodies, Fire Protection Professionals and Meeting Planners!

Posted on April 24, 2013 by BurrRidge

Here are the trade shows coming up at McCormick Place.

1. 2013 ASCO Annual Meeting (May 31 – June 4) – ASCO is “Building Bridges to Conquer Cancer” today and every day. Join the meeting in Chicago to discuss and debate the most innovative advances and best practices in cancer treatment. The meeting brings together over 25,000 oncology professionals to learn the latest practice-changing science and strategies as well as novel research that will improve treatment in the future. Visit www.asco.org to register and learn more about this groundbreaking conference!

2. Internet Retailer Conference & Exhibition (June 4 – 7) – IRCE 2013 offers the best opportunity e-commerce professionals will have in the next year to inspect first-hand the latest technologies that are creating the new retail economy. The Exhibit Hall covers all aspects of online retailing. With more than 600 companies, the IRCE has the largest display of services and technology in the e-commerce industry. Visit www.irce2013.com to register and learn more about the conference.

3. KeHE Distributors Holiday Show (June 10 – 11) –KeHE Distributors will be highlighting retailers from all four served channels. The focus of the Holiday Show is on late Fall and the Holiday selling season. All product categories will be represented including specialty & gourmet, natural & organic, fresh, VMS & personal care, and bulk and general merchandise. The show encompasses new items, seasonal shippers, pallets and case stacks, and other hot-priced promotional opportunities. Visit www.kehe.com to register!

4. NFPA Conference & Expo (June 10 – 13) – The National Fire Protection Association’s Conference & Expo is the year’s largest and most important event for the fire protection, life safety, and electrical industries, widely regarded as the most comprehensive event in the industry. There is no better place to be when thousands of the top fire, electrical and building safety professionals are looking for ways to do a better job, update their knowledge, solve a problem, save money, make more money, keep up with their competition, and much more. Register and learn more at www.nfpa.org.

5. AIBTM 2013 (June 11 – 13) – The Americas Incentive, Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition is a leading global exhibition for the US meetings, business travel and events industry. AIBTM delivers individually qualified Hosted Buyers and eligible Trade buyers from the U.S. and around the world. The exhibitions provide time and business efficient matching services for buyers and sellers through unique Hosted Buyer Programs. Please visit www.aibtm.com to register and view the exhibition schedule!

Why spend extra bucks to stay in the congestion of Downtown Chicago? Save up to 40% at each of the four Burr Ridge Hotels! When your feet are tired from standing all day, your head is full of new information and all you crave is a good meal and a comfortable bed, make your way to one of the Burr Ridge Hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. And remember, just 15 miles south of Downtown Chicago on I-55 and a half mile south of I-294, the Burr Ridge Hotels promise to make your stay as comfortable as possible. We also welcome companies and businesses to our facilities for large or small conference spaces. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay.

Tulips on The Magnificent Mile

Posted on April 8, 2013 by BurrRidge

It’s springtime in the Windy City and you know what that means…tulips! Not just a few, not even hundreds but more than 500,000 colorful tulips are blooming along the Magnificent Mile (Michigan Avenue)! While not at peak bloom just yet, in the next few weeks Chicago will officially welcome spring with the blooming of tulips along The Magnificent Mile. Tulips on The Magnificent Mile occurs from mid-April until the end of May and typically, the flowers bloom between April 16 and May 7, so there is still time to book a room and take a weekend trip to Chicago. Check The Magnificent Mile’s Facebook page for more accurate bloom updates!

Stay here, play there! Stay in Burr Ridge and reap the benefits of staying in an upscale suburban neighborhood while still enjoying all the attractions of downtown Chicago and saving up to 40%! Choose from the Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants! (Just 18 miles downtown Chicago on I-55 at County Line Road (1/2 mile past I-294). Buy yourself something nice on The Magnificent Mile with the money you save on your hotel stay!

If these pictures don’t make you want to stand up and dash out of your cubicle to enjoy half a million tulips while soaking up the sun and breathing fresh spring air, we don’t know what will!

Tradeshow Staffers and Guests Always Welcome

Posted on April 4, 2013 by BurrRidge

Burr Ridge, Illinois is the Chicago area’s newest hot spot for comfortable hotels, great restaurants and shopping. Burr Ridge proudly welcomes McCormick Place trade show hosts and attendees! Nestled close to McCormick Place but far enough from high prices and congestion, Burr Ridge has the best of both worlds. With the weather finally warming up, Burr Ridge is hopping! So, whatever your involvement with McCormick Place, from booth set-up to staffing the booth, the four Burr Ridge Hotels are happy to accommodate your hotel needs! And, when you stay in Burr Ridge at any of our four hotels, you can SAVE UP TO 40% over downtown Chicago hotels. What’s not to love? Take a quick video tour of Burr Ridge and our hotels here! We’re close to McCormick Place, Midway and O’Hare airports and, of course, downtown Chicago.

If you have plans to stay in the Chicago area, even for just a few nights, try the Marriott Chicago Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge or the Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four hotels, four budget options. Regardless of your choice in hotels, each of the four Burr Ridge Hotels promise to make your stay comfortable, relaxing and fun in a quiet and relaxing environment just a hop, skip and a jump from downtown Chicago and McCormick Place.

Wherever your travel takes you, keep Burr Ridge, Illinois in the back of your mind for your next company meeting, trade show or family vacation. Experience Chicago’s Natural Alternative, Burr Ridge!

Make Burr Ridge your home base for all things tradeshow!

Easter Sunday Brunch in Burr Ridge

Posted on March 28, 2013 by BurrRidge

Easter is only a few days away and you may be scrambling to find a Sunday Brunch that the whole family can enjoy without breaking the bank. Don’t fret, we’ve got your covered! The Burr Ridge Hotels and Burr Ridge Restaurants are offering a variety of Easter Brunches this Sunday.

-The Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge is offering an exquisitely prepared Easter Brunch Buffet for the entire family! Visit www.BurrRidgeHotels.com for more information and call 630-569-7827 to make a reservation.

-Cooper’s Hawk Winery offers a Sunday brunch fit for the whole family. Please visit www.BurrRidgeRestaurants.com to view the brunch menu!

-Topaz Café is offering an elegant Spring Brunch Buffet on Easter Sunday featuring delicious carving stations, an omelet station, tasty desserts and much more. Please visit www.BurrRidgeRestaurants.com for more information. Reservations are suggested.

-Eddie Merlot’s is offering a sumptuous brunch on Easter Sunday with something for everyone! Prepared to accommodate large parties, make your Easter celebration easy and leave the cooking to Eddie Merlot’s! Please visit Eddie Merlot’s blog to view the menu and make reservations.

Whether you’re only in the Burr Ridge area for the Easter weekend or you are a resident of the area, the four Burr Ridge Hotels are at your service! With fabulous guest rooms, fantastic dining options and great shopping, Burr Ridge is the place to stay! Just 15 miles south of Downtown Chicago on I-55, a half mile south of I-294, the Burr Ridge Hotels will take care of you. The Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center welcome your family this Easter weekend and every weekend. So come stay with us! Four hotels, four price points and plenty of fantastic restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay!

Welcome, Wind Energy Companies, Restaurant Owners, Sweet Tooth’s and Oncology Professionals!

Posted on March 11, 2013 by BurrRidge

Here are the trade shows coming up at McCormick Place.

1. WINDPOWER 2013 Conference and Exhibition (May 5 – 8 ) – WINDPOWER is an important event for all industry participants and brings in international and domestic attendees spanning every aspect of the wind business. The 3 day education program supplies companies with real life solutions that are adaptable to the dynamic environment of the wind energy industry and includes built-in networking opportunities with most groundbreaking professionals and businesses. Learn more at www.windpowerexpo.org.

2. National Restaurant Association, Restaurant Hotel-Motel Show (May 18 – 21) – Each year, more than 1,800 suppliers and tens of thousands of buyers come together to make lasting connections that drive business profitability and shape the future of the restaurant, foodservice and hospitality industry. Search for that new product, trend or idea that makes the difference in your business. Be there! Learn more at http://show.restaurant.org/Home.

3. 2013 Sweets & Snacks Expo (May 21 – 23) – The Sweets & Snacks Expo continues to expand its status as a global resource for products, innovations and insights. Companies from 23 countries have secured booths or pavilions on the show’s floor. The Expo also offers several features and amenities including an International product showcase. To register and learn more, visit www.sweetsandsnacks.com.

4. 2013 ASCO Annual Meeting (May 31 – June 8 ) – Attendees of the 2013 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting find cutting-edge scientific presentations and comprehensive educational content. The ASCO Annual Meeting brings together more than 25,000 oncology professionals from a broad range of specialties to discuss, connect and learn from one another. Learn the latest practice – changing science and strategies, as well as novel research that will improve treatment in the future. Learn more at http://chicago2013.asco.org/.

Why spend extra bucks to stay in the congestion of Downtown Chicago? Save up to 40% at each of the four Burr Ridge Hotels! When your feet are tired from standing all day, your head is full of new information and all you crave is a good meal and a comfortable bed, make your way to one of the Burr Ridge Hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. And remember, just 15 miles south of Downtown Chicago on I-55 and a half mile south of I-294, the Burr Ridge Hotels promise to make your stay as comfortable as possible and we also welcome companies and businesses to our facilities. Large conference spaces as well as some much-needed quiet time. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay.

Welcome, Home Builders, Cosmetologists, Teachers and Orthopedic Surgeons!

Posted on February 21, 2013 by BurrRidge

Here are the trade shows coming up at McCormick Place.

1. The Black Women’s Expo (April 5 – 7) – Attend this empowering, motivational and entertaining forum that targets the specific needs and interests of Black women! Check out the Health & Wellness Pavilion and take a few minutes for yourself at the Relax & Renew Spa Pavilion. Enjoy seminars addressing critical issues from a pool of critically acclaimed presenters and live entertainment from Chart-Topping Performing Artists! There is something for everyone! Visit the Black Women’s Expo website for more information.

2. Diabetes EXPO 2013 (April 13) – This free expo includes health screenings, cooking demonstrations, product and service exhibitors as well as leading experts talking about diabetes management, research and prevention. Learn how to better manage your diabetes and how to live healthy, be active, and change the future of diabetes for you and your family! Visit the Diabetes EXPO 2013’s website to learn more about this great event!

3. GlobalShop 2013 (April 16 – 18) – GlobalShop is the world’s largest annual event for retail design and shopper marketing. It’s the only show in the world where you can find the largest, most comprehensive array of store fixture companies and more in-store solutions than any live event in the nation. Attend powerful keynote sessions, networking opportunities and visit 6 pavilions addressing your specific needs. Visit GlobalShop’s website for more information!

4. 2013 BIO International Convention (April 22 – 25) – The Global Event for Biotechnology showcases thousands of companies from around the world, ready to build strategic partnerships. Attendees with reap the benefits of making connections, partnering opportunities and innovation from around the world! BIO covers the wide spectrum of life science innovations and application areas. Drug discovery, biomanufacturing, genomics, biofuels, nanotechnology and cell therapy are just a few of the industries represented at the convention. Visit the convention website to learn more!

5. C2E2: Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo (April 26 – 28) – C2E2 is a convention spanning the latest and greatest from the worlds of comics, movies, television, toys, anime, manga and video games. Bringing the best of popular culture to Downtown Chicago, C2E2’s show floor is packed with hundreds of exhibitors, panels and autograph sessions giving fans a chance to interact with their favorite creators and screening rooms featuring sneak peeks at films and tv shows! Visit C2E2’s website to learn more!

Why spend extra bucks to stay in the congestion of Downtown Chicago? Save up to 40% at each of the four Burr Ridge Hotels! When your feet are tired from standing all day, your head is full of new information and all you crave is a good meal and a comfortable bed, make your way to one of the Burr Ridge Hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn & Conference Center. And remember, just 15 miles south of Downtown Chicago on I-55 and a half mile south of I-294, the Burr Ridge Hotels promise to make your stay as comfortable as possible and we also welcome companies and businesses to our facilities. Large conference spaces as well as some much-needed quiet time. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay.

Outdoor Spring Adventures near Burr Ridge, IL (Chicago)

Posted on February 14, 2013 by BurrRidge

Looking for some outdoor adventure this spring? Take a spring break trip or long weekend to Burr Ridge and enjoy everything the Chicago suburbs have to offer! Lodging outside of the city is one great (and remarkably easy) way to cut trip expenses. This is where the Burr Ridge Hotels jump in. Only 18 miles from Chicago’s city center, the Burr Ridge Hotels are ready to welcome you and your family at one of our four very comfortable and convenient hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants!

Take advantage of some of the greatest (and most fun!) activities outside of downtown in a few of Chicago’s most interesting suburbs.

- Morton Arboretum – Enjoy 1,700 acres of plant collections, gardens, woodlands, prairie, meadows, lakes and streams. Get lost in the Hedge Maze or rent bikes to explore the grounds and, if there is snow on the ground, snowshoe and cross-country ski! Also on the grounds is the Thornhill Education Center which provides outdoor science classes and family adventure classes. Open 365 days a year, the Morton Arboretum welcomes you and your family! The Morton Arboretum is located 25 miles west of Chicago in Lisle, Illinois, just west of 355 and north of I-88.

- Cantigny Park – With 500 acres of gardens, picnic grounds, two museums and a 27-hole championship golf course, Cantigny Park has something for everyone! The plantings change with every season, there is nothing else like it in Chicago’s western suburbs. Tour McCormick’s historic mansion and enjoy the First Division Museum. Many special events, concerts, lectures and workshops are held on Cantigny Park grounds. Cantigny Park is located in Wheaton, Illinois , 30 miles west of Chicago .

- Balmoral Park – The premier harness racing facility in Illinois, Barmoral Park is a great destination for groups, meetings or conferences. The facility provides guided tours of the historic track suites can be rented for special events and casual and fine dining options are available. Balmoral Park is located 12 miles south of the 80/294-94 interchange on 394.

With steep gas prices, who doesn’t want to save a couple of bucks this year on a weekend getaway? Remember to stay at one of the four Burr Ridge Hotels , Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge , Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and Quality Inn & Conference Center , during your family’s spring break trip! They are close to the city and train station, located in a safe, upscale suburban neighborhood right off I-55 and County Line Road, and will save you a lot of money. And don’t forget about the great shopping at the Burr Ridge Village Center and fabulous Burr Ridge Restaurants and the world-famous Kohler Waters Spa . Let the hotels in Burr Ridge help you extend your vacation dollars while visiting the greater Chicago area.

Outdoor Spring Adventures near Burr Ridge, IL (Chicago)

Looking for some outdoor adventure this spring? Take a spring break trip or long weekend to Burr Ridge and enjoy everything the Chicago suburbs have to offer! Lodging outside of the city is one great (and remarkably easy) way to cut trip expenses. This is where the Burr Ridge Hotels jump in. Only 18 miles from Chicago’s city center, the Burr Ridge Hotels are ready to welcome you and your family at one of our four very comfortable and convenient hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge , SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge , Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants!

Take advantage of some of the greatest (and most fun!) activities outside of downtown in a few of Chicago’s most interesting suburbs.

- Cantigny Park –With 500 acres of gardens, picnic grounds, two museums and a 27-hole championship golf course, Cantigny Park has something for everyone! The plantings change with every season, there is nothing else like it in Chicago’s western suburbs. Tour McCormick’s historic mansion and enjoy the First Division Museum. Many special events, concerts, lectures and workshops are held on Cantigny Park grounds. Cantigny Park is located in Wheaton, Illinois, 30 miles west of Chicago.

- Barmoral Park – The premier harness racing facility in Illinois, Barmoral Park is a great destination for groups, meetings or conferences. The facility provides guided tours of the historic track suites can be rented for special events and casual and fine dining options are available. Balmoral Park is located 12 miles south of the 80/294-94 interchange on 394.

With steep gas prices, who doesn’t want to save a couple of bucks this year on a weekend getaway? Remember to stay at one of the four Burr Ridge Hotels, Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and Quality Inn & Conference Center, during your family’s spring break trip! They are close to the city and train station, located in a safe, upscale suburban neighborhood right off I-55 and County Line Road, and will save you a lot of money. And don’t forget about the great shopping at the Burr Ridge Village Center and fabulous Burr Ridge Restaurants and the world-famous Kohler Waters Spa. Let the hotels in Burr Ridge help you extend your vacation dollars while visiting the greater Chicago area.

Outdoor Spring Adventures near Burr Ridge, IL (Chicago)

Looking for some outdoor adventure this spring? Take a spring break trip or long weekend to Burr Ridge and enjoy everything the Chicago suburbs have to offer! Lodging outside of the city is one great (and remarkably easy) way to cut trip expenses. This is where the Burr Ridge Hotels jump in. Only 18 miles from Chicago’s city center, the Burr Ridge Hotels are ready to welcome you and your family at one of our four very comfortable and convenient hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge , SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge , Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and Quality Inn & Conference Center. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants!

Take advantage of some of the greatest (and most fun!) activities outside of downtown in a few of Chicago’s most interesting suburbs.

- Cantigny Park –With 500 acres of gardens, picnic grounds, two museums and a 27-hole championship golf course, Cantigny Park has something for everyone! The plantings change with every season, there is nothing else like it in Chicago’s western suburbs. Tour McCormick’s historic mansion and enjoy the First Division Museum. Many special events, concerts, lectures and workshops are held on Cantigny Park grounds. Cantigny Park is located in Wheaton, Illinois, 30 miles west of Chicago.

With steep gas prices, who doesn’t want to save a couple of bucks this year on a weekend getaway? Remember to stay at one of the four Burr Ridge Hotels, Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and Quality Inn & Conference Center, during your family’s spring break trip! They are close to the city and train station, located in a safe, upscale suburban neighborhood right off I-55 and County Line Road, and will save you a lot of money. And don’t forget about the great shopping at the Burr Ridge Village Center and fabulous Burr Ridge Restaurants and the world-famous Kohler Waters Spa. Let the hotels in Burr Ridge help you extend your vacation dollars while visiting the greater Chicago area.

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Welcome, Home Builders, Cosmetologists, Teachers and Orthopedic Surgeons!

Posted on January 18, 2013 by BurrRidge

Here are the trade shows coming up at McCormick Place.

1. International Home and Housewares Show (March 2 – 5) – The International Housewares Association is committed to maximizing the success of the home products industry. This show offers you the opportunity to see first-hand consumer lifestyle and product trends for all areas of the home, both inside and out, under one roof! Visit www.housewares.org for more info!

2. America’s Beauty Show (March 9 – 11) – Cosmetologists Chicago has produced America’s Beauty Show for the past 90 years! The mission of this show is to give back to the beauty industry by educating all pros, members and non-members and to improve the cosmetology profession by helping those in need. Come see what the buzz is all about at www.americasbeautyshow.com.

3. ASCD Annual Conference and Exhibit Show (March 16 – 18) – If you are a teacher, principal, superintendent, school administrator, university professor or staff developer, this is your conference! This annual conference has been personalizing learning, teaching, engaging students and advocating for a better tomorrow. Learn more about the conference at www.ascd.org and learn how to get a free ASCD membership with conference registration!

4. American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Annual Meeting (March 19 – 23) – The AAOS presents its annual meeting in Chicago this year and brings with it tons of exhibits, courses, and continuing education credits for orthopedic surgeons across America. Learn more about the annual meeting and register at www.aaos.org.

Why spend extra bucks to stay in the congestion of Downtown Chicago? Save up to 40% at each of the four Burr Ridge Hotels! When your feet are tired from standing all day, your head is full of new information and all you crave is a good meal and a comfortable bed, make your way to one of the Burr Ridge Hotels; Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge, SpringHill Suites Burr Ridge, Extended StayAmerica Burr Ridge, and the Quality Inn and Conference Center. And remember, just 15 miles south of Downtown Chicago on I-55 and a half mile south of I-294, the Burr Ridge Hotels promise to make your stay as comfortable as possible and we also welcome companies and businesses to our facilities. Large conference spaces as well as some much-needed quiet time. Four great hotels, four price points and plenty of great restaurants, Burr Ridge is the place to stay.