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If you are going into Chicago after PIR
and train outside base took about 1-1 1/2 depending on stops and delays.
Plus you got watch schedule to get you back in time. When road back in
on Sat there was one that left at 7:35 (and we pulled out at 7:40) and
then next one wasnt till 11pm. Even if you drive into Chicago learn bus
routes because it can save you time and parking money ($18 to park most
places).
Expect hour long wait for Sears Tower (unless you purchase tickets online).But was amazing view and Giordano's Famous Chicago
pizza is across street. AMAZING but expect a 45min wait on pizza!
Navy Pier is cool with Bubba Gump restaraunt (bout 30min-hour wait) and the
bay is beautiful but only ride for adults is the Ferris Wheel (40minute
wait for us), and boat tours..thing to know though about Navy Pier that I
didnt know is that there are two clubs there so its the Chicago
nightlife on Fri and Sat evenings beginning at 6.
Tell you the best place was the museum park! You can park and walk to all of it..The
Aquarium, Planetarium, and Field Museum plus it overlooks the bay (again
beautiful) and there's little delis and cafes and Chicago dog stands
with picnic areas to eat and just hang out.
Hope this helps any of you planning your weekend. Best thing is find somewhere to just sit
and enjoy your sailor. He/She hasnt been allowed to talk and they are
looking forward to telling you everything. Make you lists of questions
because Zac loved us asking him all about everything and having the list
will help because believe me you'll be starstruck for first few hours :-)
Good Luck to all your Sailors!
HOOYAH!!!
Proud Navy Mom,
Deb
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Permalink Reply by DorothyM-seabeemom on
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Thanks for the info Deb. this helps a lot. i definately want to go to the Navy Pier, so i'll plan to be out of there before 6..lol
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Permalink Reply by djloch (Zac's Mom) on
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yeah its great we loved it.. have fun! and you're so welcome
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