Chocolate. One of life's greatest indulgences, it has long been a solution to feeling better, a way to "seal" a meal and used as an expression of love. Perhaps that is why it seems to go hand in hand with Valentine's Day. What better way to say ‘I love you' to your family than treating them to the chocolate buffet at Chicago's luxurious Peninsula Hotel?

For those who love jazz, Chicago is tantamount to dying and going to heaven. This is a city where one can find the classical renderings, good old Bee Bop and swing, as well as experimental and improvisational jazz combos and musicians. Whatever ones preference, it matters not; there are so many options in this city one can always discover something to suit their mood.

Breakfast--the most important meal of the day and if you play your cards right, the most delicious. Recently breakfast has evolved from the bland-but-necessary start of the day to a meal of startling creativity, and Chicago's culinary scene has embraced it. Whether you favor the traditional or the unconventional, you're bound to find a breakfast that suits you in the Windy City.

Chicago, the Midwest's largest and most cosmopolitan city, is more than a big sports town and business hub. It is a sophisticated, world-class metropolis with cultural attractions to suit every taste. For many visitors, all paths lead to the Loop (Chicago-speak for downtown) and Navy Pier, a lakeside destination popular with out-of-towners, featuring restaurants, shops and exhibits.