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CheckOut The newly renovated Thompson Chicago combines stylish interiors, technology and a dash of culinary magic. The hotel reopened in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast late 2013, incorporating bold re-imagined interiors by acclaimed British designer Tara Bernerd and the highly-rated Nico Osteria restaurant. Guest rooms in the historic building are optimized for the business traveler, functioning as a hot spot by providing their own ISP address. Nightstands have USB chargers. The Thompson has also partnered with Lexus to offer a fleet of vehicles to those who want to explore Chicago with experiential GPS-led driving tours. Over 12,000 sf of meeting and catering space is available to planners, accommodating 200 guests reception-style and 150 seated. The 3,100-sf Chicago ballroom boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the city. Six penthouse loft suites-such as the Froines Room pictured above-are available for small meetings and intimate cocktail receptions. The Nico Osteria restaurant concept has been created by the One Off Hospitality Group and award-winning Executive Chef Paul Kahan to serve authentic Italian seafood and handmade pasta dishes in an elegant rustic setting. It seats 108 guests inside, with additional seating on an outdoor terrace. The restaurant is complemented by Salone Nico, a cocktail bar with three private dining spaces that can be combined to accommodate up to 70 seated guests and 150 reception-style. 66 | prevue magazine 63-66_InFocus-CheckOut.indd 66 7/2/14 9:39 PM

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Prevue July/August 2014

Planner’s Pick: The Franklin Institute
Fresh Meets: Marriott Hotels
Bureau Buzz: Bermuda Tourism Authority
Good Business: Anaheim/Orange County CVB
Sea Shores: Table for 2 (Hundred)
Table Talk Creativity and engagement add flavor to culinary events
SPECIAL SECTION: THE CARIBBEAN More than a vacation spot, paradise for meetings
IRF INVITATIONAL Secrets Puerto Los Cabos hosts the biggest incentive forum yet
On Location: Dominican Republic
On Location: Westin Hilton Head
On Location: Vancouver
LOUISIANA Culture, dramatic venues and immersive tours surround the Big Easy
ORLANDO AIBTM host city is a top draw for meetings
On Location: Auckland
SUSTAINABLE MEETINGS GMIC helps planners minimize their footprint
Checkout: Thompson Chicago

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