The 2013 "National" in Chicago

[Gmrson]

Originally Posted by byrone

Any thoughts on the hotels that are close to the convention center? I would like to be within walking distance of the show. Also, how is public transit to the downtown area, what is it like to get to a Cubs game?

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There are a few hotels connected right to the convention center. I also think there is a train stop a few blocks away that goes downtown. I'm not sure about the Cubs game...I would think a cab would be the best option, unless it's easy to switch trains.

Originally Posted by milkit1

Anyone know who the autograph guests will be?

Nothing yet, but about a week ago on the shows Facebook page they said they would announce the 1st wave of signers in a few weeks.

Originally Posted by jschris

We are nervous about driving in large cities so the girls going on an excursion alone was out of the question. But there didn't seem to be anything at all for them to do nearby, either. I'd like to go for a couple of days, but I don't want the girls to be trapped in the hotel for that long. Any suggestions? Even a mall or shopping area close by (preferably without having to get back on the freeway) would help.

Thanks!
Jason

There is a MAMMOTH IKEA about 20 minutes north by freeway in Schaumburg. It's been a while since I've gone but I think we went to a few other places near there.