How to Go and Where to Stay in Chicago

Conveniently located just one block from the finish line at 720 South Michigan Avenue overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan. The Hilton Chicago is offering a special Accenture Chicago Triathlon rate of $109.00 (single - double occupancy) good from Thursday (8/21) – Tuesday (8/26). If you are planning to stay for the Post-race Party, be sure to ask about late checkout. Space is limited, so reserve your room early. The Special Triathlon Rate is guaranteed through 8/2 pending availability. The Hilton Chicago has achieved an unprecedented fusion of historic luxury and contemporary amenities and is in the heart of Chicago's cultural core near existing museums, theaters and nightlife. click on their link above or call 1-800-Hiltons & let them know you're coming in for the Accenture Chicago Triathlon (reservation code "TRI"). There is no charge for late check out if you are with the Accenture Chicago Triathlon.

FLY AMERICAN FOR GREAT
RATES & SERVICE TO THE
ACCENTURE CHICAGO TRIATHLON

American Airlines is the "Official Airline" of the Accenture Chicago Triathlon, the only airline with MORE ROOM for all coach passengers. Call 800-433-1790, mention star# A4783AC, and save 5% off the lowest available fare on domestic flights. Book 60-days in advance to save an additional 5%. For international flights, American is offering the lowest fare available.

VILLAGE CYCLE CAN EASE YOUR PAIN

If you are flying in from out of town for the Accenture Chicago Triathlon, and want to avoid the hassle and cost of dragging your bike along on your flight, Village Cycle, the Official Bike Shop of the Accenture Chicago Triathlon, has a safe and convenient solution. Village Cycle will receive, assemble, tune and deliver your bike for a very modest fee. Please check out the schedule of services/fees below and follow these simple steps.

1) Contact Village Cycle at 312-751-2488 or e-mail info@villagecycle.com. They will set up a work ticket in your name and make arrangements for payment and the delivery of your bike. Bikes must be received at Village Cycle no later than August 18th.
2) Make arrangements to ship your bike to Village Cycle, located at 1337 N. Wells, Chicago, IL 60610.
3) For $70, Village Cycle will receive, unpack, assemble, and tune your bike.
4) You may either pick up your bike at Village Cycle, or your bike can be delivered to any downtown Chicago hotel for a charge of $25.
5) To ship your bike home, you can drop it off at Village Cycle (1337 N. Wells, Chicago, IL 60610) after the race.
6) Village Cycle will box and ship your bike for $40 plus the cost of shipping and insurance.

Interested? Call Village Cycle at 312-751-2488 or e-mail info@villagecycle.com. Village Cycle, the Official Bike Shop of the Accenture Chicago Triathlon.

AIRPORT EXPRESS
TO DOWNTOWN CHICAGO

So you've arrived (O'Hare or Midway) & you're looking for a fast, comfortable & affordable means of getting to the Hilton Chicago (or other downtown hotel of choice). For a hassle-free transition, we recommend Airport Express. For just $25 (round-trip, Midway) or $34 (round-trip, O'Hare), you & your bike will be taken to downtown Chicago in vans leaving every 5-10 minutes. Stop by one of their conveniently located counters (terminals 1,2,3 & 5 at O'Hare or across from Southwest at Midway) & check-in. Questions? Visit them at www.AirportExpress.com or give them a call at 1-800-654-7871.