Apr 29, 2016, 12:36 pm
Last edit by: thehowieee
Dates for 2017 event are: Oct 20-22, 2017 -- http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/external-miles-points-resources/1825965-8th-annual-chicago-seminars-october-20-22-2017-a-2.html
* Event Registration: http://chicagoseminars2016.eventbrite.com - lunch and daily snacks are included in registration (breakfast is NOT included in registration ... see below)
* Hotel registration is live in post # 2. Breakfast for 1 is included in room rate if booked using seminar code.
* Schedule of weekend events is in post #3.
* Current event sponsors in post #4 (and email provided if someone is interested in sponsoring)
* Some info re: charity raffle is in post #5.
* Request for volunteers is in post #6. (volunteers get a thanks & handshake - and an apple).
* A full list of the current speakers is in post #7
* Event Registration: http://chicagoseminars2016.eventbrite.com - lunch and daily snacks are included in registration (breakfast is NOT included in registration ... see below)
* Hotel registration is live in post # 2. Breakfast for 1 is included in room rate if booked using seminar code.
* Schedule of weekend events is in post #3.
* Current event sponsors in post #4 (and email provided if someone is interested in sponsoring)
* Some info re: charity raffle is in post #5.
* Request for volunteers is in post #6. (volunteers get a thanks & handshake - and an apple).
* A full list of the current speakers is in post #7
Chicago Seminars October 14-16th, 2016
Sep 26, 2016, 5:56 pm
#196
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Stuck in the office, FOR NOW...
Programs: WN, UA Silver, Marriott/SPG Platinum, Hyatt Platinum
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Thanks _Kurt. That's a bummer, thanks for the info. I wanted to check out my first ever lounge.
Sep 27, 2016, 12:23 am
#197
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Bye Delta
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Is that true? I know years back TSA often didn't allow you into a terminal you weren't flying from if the terminals weren't connected airside, but recently they seem to allow access to any terminal at the airport as long as you have a boarding pass for travel that day. I've often visited the Centurion Lounge at SFO T3 even when flying DL out of T1. They always ask if I know my flight is leaving from another terminal, and when I say I'm visiting the lounge, there is no further discussion. That said, even if permitted, it does involve clearing security twice. I'm not sure the Swissport or AF/KL lounge at ORD are worth doing that for.
Sep 27, 2016, 12:10 pm
#198
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 12
I'm happy now! Got my room finally reserved at the HI, now I know it will easier to get around!
Sep 27, 2016, 12:11 pm
#199
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Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: SAV
Programs: ??????????
Posts: 963
Rooms may be available at host hotel
If you're looking for a room at the host hotel there might be a few still available. Rate includes breakfast.
if you're not staying at the host hotel breakfast IS NOT INCLUDED.
if you're not staying at the host hotel breakfast IS NOT INCLUDED.
Sep 27, 2016, 8:30 pm
#200
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: MCI
Programs: AA EXPLAT, WN FANBOY
Posts: 10
I would like to attend for the first time, and I really want to make the most out of the Chicago Seminars experience, but I would only be able to attend on Saturday and Sunday due to my school schedule. Is this allowed? Besides missing the Aeroplan / EF talks, is there any significant downside that would make the seminars not worthwhile if I can't attend Friday?
Sep 27, 2016, 8:33 pm
#201
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Location: SAV
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I would like to attend for the first time, and I really want to make the most out of the Chicago Seminars experience, but I would only be able to attend on Saturday and Sunday due to my school schedule. Is this allowed? Besides missing the Aeroplan / EF talks, is there any significant downside that would make the seminars not worthwhile if I can't attend Friday?
I'd definitely recommend still coming. Plenty of time to meet with speakers that you missed to ask for tips or to chat with others that attended a given session.
Sep 27, 2016, 9:22 pm
#202
Join Date: Dec 2015
Location: Stuck in the office, FOR NOW...
Programs: WN, UA Silver, Marriott/SPG Platinum, Hyatt Platinum
Posts: 22
This may have been covered upthread, but a tip for anyone looking to book a the Holiday Inn: There are rooms available (just booked one), but the only remaining rooms are those blocked off for the seminar group.
You have to go directly through the event link to have the group code (CHI) applied. Going through a cashback portal, or trying to book through the Ultimate Rewards booking site, will show no availability.
You have to go directly through the event link to have the group code (CHI) applied. Going through a cashback portal, or trying to book through the Ultimate Rewards booking site, will show no availability.
Sep 27, 2016, 9:23 pm
#203
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Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: SAV
Programs: ??????????
Posts: 963
This may have been covered upthread, but a tip for anyone looking to book a the Holiday Inn: There are rooms available (just booked one), but the only remaining rooms are those blocked off for the seminar group.
You have to go directly through the event link to have the group code (CHI) applied. Going through a cashback portal, or trying to book through the Ultimate Rewards booking site, will show no availability.
You have to go directly through the event link to have the group code (CHI) applied. Going through a cashback portal, or trying to book through the Ultimate Rewards booking site, will show no availability.
Sep 27, 2016, 10:02 pm
#204
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: BOS, PVD, HYA
Programs: MR, TYP, AA, B6, DL, WN, HH, MB, 2V
Posts: 658
Although I don't think it will be an issue...any dress code for the Seminars?
Sep 27, 2016, 10:10 pm
#205
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Programs: Top Tier with all 3 alliances
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Sep 27, 2016, 10:53 pm
#206
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Indianapolis
Programs: Hilton-Diamond Lifetime Platinum AA UA, WN-CP, SPG Gold.
Posts: 7,377
Boxer briefs, and a necklace of expired CC chained around your neck,.
Sep 28, 2016, 4:54 am
#207
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: PHX & AGP
Programs: AA Lifetime PLT, Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Gold
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Sep 28, 2016, 5:17 am
#208
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Sep 28, 2016, 6:17 am
#209
Join Date: Apr 2001
Location: Austin
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Sep 28, 2016, 6:21 am
#210
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