The 13th Annual Chicago Seminars @ Delta Hotels by Marriott - October 13-15, 2023
Jul 6, 2023, 11:34 pm
#61
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This is the most hilariously petty feud that also perfectly sums up the FT/miles and points crowd I've ever seen. I don't know whether to laugh or to... laugh
Jul 7, 2023, 3:19 am
#62
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I have asked privately and now am forced to ask publicly: Please remove me from the speaker list at this event. Thank you, Dia Adams
Jul 7, 2023, 5:28 am
#63
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But the game and crowd has changed so here we are.
Jul 7, 2023, 8:26 am
#64
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With the exception of @RapidTravelChai / Stefan, have any of the speakers currently listed here publicly confirmed they're actually speaking at the event? If you're on FT and speaking at the event taking place at Delta Hotels please let us know.
Jul 7, 2023, 8:32 pm
#65
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I, for one and am enjoying the train wreck. [redacted] to the organizers and their [redacted] requirements for prior events. Hope your event (both of them) burn!
Last edited by oliver2002; Jul 8, 2023 at 1:48 am Reason: FT Rule 12.1
Jul 9, 2023, 8:19 pm
#66
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Hotel booking link
The booking link is emailed to ticket holders. The rate is $129/night. Bookings include breakfast for 1 guest. If you have a breakfast benefit from Marriott Bonvoy status, that will apply as far as breakfast for member + 1 guest.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Chicago Willowbrook, 7800 Kingery Highway, Willowbrook, IL, 60527
Staying at the host hotel is recommended.
Notice: the host hotel does not have an airport shuttle. We are working on ideas with the venue and sponsors to assist with transport, however you should expect some transport cost. The venue is a little closer to Chicago Midway than Chicago O'Hare.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Chicago Willowbrook, 7800 Kingery Highway, Willowbrook, IL, 60527
Staying at the host hotel is recommended.
Notice: the host hotel does not have an airport shuttle. We are working on ideas with the venue and sponsors to assist with transport, however you should expect some transport cost. The venue is a little closer to Chicago Midway than Chicago O'Hare.
Jul 29, 2023, 2:22 pm
#67
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You're allowing the unvaxxed to attend this year! Surprise, surprise!!
Jul 29, 2023, 11:03 pm
#68
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Does Marriott have any promotions attendees could take advantage of?
Sep 22, 2023, 7:14 am
#70
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Hello! What happened to this event? There has been no communications and ZERO updates since July 5th. People planning flights and making plans need to know!
HAS THIS EVENT BEEN CANCELLED?
Sep 22, 2023, 7:18 am
#71
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Let's hope both parties are back on speaking terns and let bygones be bygones
But i guess the SEPT 2023 Delta Skymiles onslaught/culling has kept everyone busy or needing to adapt their presentations/content
But i guess the SEPT 2023 Delta Skymiles onslaught/culling has kept everyone busy or needing to adapt their presentations/content
Sep 22, 2023, 8:32 pm
#72
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Ask for a refund (and hope you actually get one) then go book yourself at the other event: https://chicagoseminars.org
Last edited by jibi; Sep 22, 2023 at 8:52 pm
Sep 22, 2023, 9:25 pm
#73
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While we cannot comment on the status of the event at the Delta Hotel, we can confirm Chicago Seminars @ The Holiday Inn is happening. A confirmed speaker list can be found on the website.
www.chicagoseminars.org
Sep 23, 2023, 12:49 pm
#74
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Sep 23, 2023, 6:01 pm
#75
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Looks like this event is now hosting a $13/$26 "Chicago Seminars Variety Show".
Source Link
2nd Chicago Seminars Variety Show
First held in 2020 during the pandemic, the Chicago Seminars Variety Show is a lighthearted program of fast-paced segments on miles and points. We have consistently heard requests for more online events.
The 2nd edition has gone hybrid, with an in-person and online program on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 11 am - 5 pm CDT at Delta Hotels by Marriott Chicago Willowbrook.
Tickets are $13 for online and $26 for in-person.
Existing Chicago Seminars ticket holders have complimentary access to the Variety Show. New ticket purchases can select the All Access combo ticket to bundle the Variety Show with the Seminars.
First held in 2020 during the pandemic, the Chicago Seminars Variety Show is a lighthearted program of fast-paced segments on miles and points. We have consistently heard requests for more online events.
The 2nd edition has gone hybrid, with an in-person and online program on Friday, October 13, 2023 from 11 am - 5 pm CDT at Delta Hotels by Marriott Chicago Willowbrook.
Tickets are $13 for online and $26 for in-person.
Existing Chicago Seminars ticket holders have complimentary access to the Variety Show. New ticket purchases can select the All Access combo ticket to bundle the Variety Show with the Seminars.