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First Class in the Second City

THIS MONTH: Chicago

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Where? Corner room 810, a golden fantasy of colour, in The Peninsula Chicago.

What? Your vantage point – over the rooftops and through the gaps between stunning futuristic high-rises – affords a view of the sun coming up over Lake Michigan.

Why? Properly attired, you will join hundreds of regular fitness fanatics who start the day by biking or running along the North Shore.

The WOWfactor: Some of the world’s best shopping is within a few blocks. We love American Girl Place, just across the street from the historic Water Tower, built in 1869, and for household things you never knew you needed, try Crate&Barrel at 646 North Michigan.

(Mary Gostelow is editor-in-chief of WOW.travel, the online magazine of kiwicollection.com. She is also a regular columnist for enRoute magazine.)

Getting there

Air Canada, in conjunction with Star AllianceTM member airline United Airlines, provides the most non-stop service between Canada and Chicago. Book now. Plus, take advantage of our great deals on car rentals.