{"id":7086,"date":"2024-05-29T12:00:15","date_gmt":"2024-05-29T16:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/chicago-marathon-2\/"},"modified":"2025-12-19T17:43:35","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T22:43:35","slug":"chicago-marathon-abbottwmm-package","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/chicago-marathon-abbottwmm-package\/","title":{"rendered":"Bank of America Chicago Marathon Official AbbottWMM Package"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":11496,"template":"","event_types":[20,104,99],"event_locations":[28],"event_distances":[32,12],"event_course_types":[21],"event_seasons":[22],"class_list":["post-7086","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event_types-abbott-world-marathon-majors","event_types-marathon","event_types-urban","event_locations-north-america","event_distances-5k","event_distances-marathon","event_course_types-abbot-world-marathon-majors","event_seasons-autumn"],"acf":{"event_hero_image":5658,"event_logo":11482,"event_logo_background":{"enable":true,"background_colour":""},"event_status":"available","event_status_labels_available":"book-now","event_status_labels_waitlist":"available-soon","event_status_labels_off_sale":"sold-out","event_waitlist_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Available Soon","url":"mailto:patrick.dimatteo@marathontours.com","target":"_blank"}},"event_additional_buttons":null,"event_book_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Book Now","url":"https:\/\/forms.marathontours.com\/booking?tc=CHIA","target":"_blank"}},"event_extra_button":"","event_overview":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you have questions regarding the Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM) Official Chicago Marathon Package please: <a class=\"Button\" href=\"mailto:patrick.dimatteo@marathontours.com\" data-cke-saved-href=\"mailto:nicole@marathontours.com?subject=BMW%20BERLIN-MARATHON%20Information%20Request&amp;body=Dear%20Nicole%2C\">EMAIL<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a class=\"Button\" href=\"tel:1-617-242-7845\" data-cke-saved-href=\"tel:1-617-242-7845\">CALL 617-242-7845<\/a><\/p>\r\n<em>As the Official Travel Agency and Tour Operator of AbbottWMM, we have created packages specifically designed for those who have been selected in their drawing or for those who have secured their own entry and are on their Six Star Journey.\u00a0<\/em>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\"><strong> The Bank of America Chicago Marathon<\/strong> is known worldwide for its fast, flat course and its thrilling world-class athlete competition.\u00a0<\/span>One of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, this race is a great choice if you want to chase after a personal record or simply finish your first marathon. Packed with spectators, the scenic course will take you past many historic landmarks and through numerous diverse neighborhoods including colorful Old Town, Little Italy and Chinatown.<\/p>\r\nCome for the run but take advantage of all that Chicago has to offer. Many of the city\u2019s attractions are conveniently located within walking distance of one another including the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and the Museum of Science and Industry located at Chicago\u2019s lakefront Museum Campus. Visit Navy Pier, stroll (or run) along the pedestrian pathway that stretches for miles along Lake Michigan and shop the Magnificent Mile along Michigan Avenue.\r\n\r\nThe Bank of America Chicago Marathon is an <span class=\"ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldmarathonmajors.com\/agwr\/how-it-works\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AbbottWMM Marathon Tours &amp; Travel World Age Group Qualifying Race<\/a>.<\/span>","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Welcome Reception, Pre-race dinner and Post-Race Reception","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":"Welcome meet and greet"},"transfers":{"detail":"Our team will be on hand to direct you to the race start","title":"Transfers"},"trip_extension":{"title":"Trip Extension","detail":""},"accommodation":{"title":"Accommodation","detail":"Excellent 4* hotel close to the marathon start\/finish"},"entry":{"title":"Entry","detail":"Entry NOT included"},"celebration_party":{"detail":"Post-race celebration get together","title":"Celebration Party"},"excursions":{"title":"Excursions","detail":"Escorted to Expo and shake-out run "},"helping_hand":{"title":"A Helping Hand","detail":""},"worldwide_events":{"title":"Worldwide Events","detail":""},"medal_bling":{"title":"Medal Bling","detail":""}},"event_gallery":[{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":794},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":630},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":4243},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":4244},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":799},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":4245}],"event_packages":[{"package_title":"Chicago Marathon Package","package_duration":"3 Nights","package_dates":"October 9 - 12, 2026","package_days":[{"day_title":"Friday, October 9","day_content":"Arrive in Chicago and transfer on your own to your hotel. You will be greeted at your hotel by a Marathon Tours &amp; Travel staff. The Abbott Health &amp; Fitness Expo at McCormick Place will be open today. This evening enjoy a Welcome Reception with your hosts and running peers at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown. The rest of the evening is free to enjoy this beautiful city."},{"day_title":"Saturday, October 10","day_content":"We start the day with an optional shakeout run along the Riverwalk to loosen your legs. The rest of your morning and afternoon are free on your own. Our pre-race pasta dinner will conveniently be at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown. <em>(dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Sunday, October 11","day_content":"<strong>Race Day! <\/strong>\r\n\r\nYour Marathon Tours &amp; Travel team will be in the lobby of the hotel offering escorted walks to the start area in Grant Park. Following the race, you will make your way back to your hotel for some well-deserved rest before we gather for a celebratory toast at The Renaissance Chicago Downtown! The evening is free to experience one of the many fine restaurants in the city."},{"day_title":"Monday, October 12","day_content":"Enjoy a leisure morning before checking out by 11:00AM."}]}],"event_extensions":"<h3>OPTIONAL TOUR<\/h3>\r\n<strong>Saturday Morning Architectural River-Cruise<\/strong>\r\n\r\nLed by the\u202fChicago Architecture Center's expertly trained docent volunteers, this 90-minute cruise reveals fascinating stories behind Chicago's majestic buildings in a way no other tour can. Learn about the architects who created our city's magnificent buildings\u2014and the stories behind them. Along the way, you'll also hear how Chicago grew from a small settlement into one of the world's largest cities.\r\n\r\nThis classic tour, aboard the city's most luxurious fleet, is a must for out-of-town visitors and Chicagoans alike.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>Additional nights can be added upon request to enjoy more time in the city!<\/em>","event_extensions_packages":null,"event_packages_and_rates":"<h3>Chicago Marathon Official AbbottWMM Package | Three-Night Package: October 9 - 12, 2026<\/h3>\r\n<div class=\"Column One\">\r\n<div class=\"Detail Body\">\r\n\r\n<strong>Features:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Three nights hotel accommodation<\/li>\r\n \t<li>All hotel taxes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Welcome Reception on Friday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shake-out run on Saturday morning<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Saturday Morning Architectural River-Cruise \u2013\u00a0<em>Optional Addition<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pre-race dinner on Saturday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Escorted walk to the start area (less than one mile from the hotel!)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Post-race celebration on Sunday evening<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Services of Marathon Tours &amp; Travel staff at the hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Companion Entry is an additional cost ($640) - <em>Optional Addition<\/em><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Please Note:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Entry only is not allowed.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Room types available are Double Rooms (one bed\/ two persons), Twin Rooms (two beds\/two persons) or Single (one bed\/one person).<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Triple and Quad and Children rates available upon request.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Additional nights based on request and availability.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Marathon Tours &amp; Travel\u2019s policy is that anyone staying in our room block must be part of our package.\u00a0 If you plan to bring a spouse or guest, they must purchase our package. For example, if there are two of you, the rate would be the double occupancy rate (per person).\u00a0 If you purchase a single occupancy rate package, then only you are allowed in your room.\u00a0 To attend any of our activities, you must be part of our package.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Not Included:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Race entry fee<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Meals unless noted above<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Gratuities and tips unless noted above<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Travel Insurance<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Transportation to\/from Chicago<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"Column Two\">\r\n<div class=\" ContentPage\">\r\n<div class=\"Detail Body\">\r\n\r\n<strong>Travel Insurance:<\/strong>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.com\/agentlink.asp?pcode=&amp;ta_arc=22850085&amp;agencyemail=info@marathontours.com\">Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents<\/a>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.ca\/home\">Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents<\/a>\r\n<h3><strong>Rates (all prices are per person in US dollars)<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","event_packages_and_rates_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.30"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":"Chicago Marathon | Three-Night Package"},{"c":"Double Occupancy"},{"c":"Single Occupancy"}],"b":[[{"c":"LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton - 1 King Bed"},{"c":"$1320 per person"},{"c":"$2145"}],[{"c":"LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton - 2 Double Beds"},{"c":"$1375 per person"},{"c":"N\/A"}],[{"c":"LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton:  One Bedroom Suite"},{"c":"$1490 per person"},{"c":"$2490"}],[{"c":"Additional Hotel Nights"},{"c":"On Request"},{"c":"On Request"}]]},"event_rates_tables":[{"rate_table_title":"Companion Race Entry (limited)*","rate_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.30"},"p":{"o":{"uh":0},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""},{"c":""}],"b":[[{"c":"COMPANION Only: Chicago Marathon Race Entry"},{"c":"$640"}]]}},{"rate_table_title":"Optional Tour","rate_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.30"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""},{"c":""}],"b":[[{"c":"Architectural River-Cruise - Saturday, October 10"},{"c":"$70"}]]}}],"event_hotels":[{"hotel_images":[12775,12776,12777,12778],"hotel_location":"Chicago, Illinois","hotel_title":"LondonHouse Chicago, Curio Collection by Hilton","hotel_details":"Once the iconic London Guarantee &amp; Accident headquarters, the 1923 building was renowned as one of the \"Big Four\" skyscrapers around the former Michigan Avenue Bridge. Today, it\u2019s rooms span an adjoining 22-story glass structure, walking distance from Millennium Park and Magnificent Mile shopping, with Chicago's only three-level rooftop bar.","hotel_link":""}],"event_information":"<strong>Race Date<\/strong>: Sunday, October 11, 2026\r\n\r\n<strong>Race Time<\/strong>: \u00a0The first wave begins at 7:30 AM.\r\n\r\n<strong>Minimum Pace\/Cut-Off Time Policy:\u00a0<\/strong>The event has a course time limit of 6 hours and 30 minutes. The official end vehicle will start following the last starter and maintain a 15-minute per mile pace along the race course.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagomarathon.com\/runners\/rules-safety\/event-rules\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chicago Marathon Website<\/a>\r\n\r\n<strong>Course<\/strong>:\u00a0Flat and fast, the start and finish is in Grant Park. The looped-course through the city offers numerous opportunities for spectators to catch the action.\r\n\r\n<strong>Temperature<\/strong>: The Windy City can be just that or it could be a chamber of commerce perfect day. Expect anything and everything from temperatures in the low 40\u2019s Fahrenheit at the start to upper 70s at the finish. The average high and low is 64 and 46 degrees Fahrenheit in October.\r\n\r\n<strong>Number Pickup: <\/strong>Each runner is responsible for picking up their own race bib and packet at the Abbott Health &amp; Fitness Expo at McCormick Place (2301 S. Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago) from Thursday October 8 through Saturday, October 10. Find details <a class=\"fui-Link ___10kug0w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.chicagomarathon.com\/runners\/expo-packet-pick-up\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagomarathon.com\/runners\/expo-packet-pick-up\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Link here\">here<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Difficulty:<\/strong> Easy.\u00a0This is a flat and fast course.","event_information_table":null,"event_registration_and_booking":"<strong>Rates<\/strong>: \u00a0Air and land prices may change due to currency fluctuations and fuel surcharges.\r\n\r\n<strong>Reservations and Payments<\/strong>: A completed tour application together with a deposit of $500 per person must be received before confirming your reservations. \u00a0Final payment must be received by July 7, 2026.\r\n\r\n<strong>Cancellations<\/strong>: All payments, including your deposit, are non-refundable and non-transferrable.\u00a0 Non-transferrable includes applying your balance to another person, another year or another trip. Should you cancel for any reason, you will forfeit your trip investment. Therefore, travel insurance for every trip is highly recommended. All cancellations must be received in writing.\r\n\r\n<strong>Not included in price<\/strong>: All items not specifically listed under tour features. Runner must secure their own entry.\r\n\r\n<strong>Insurance:<\/strong>\u00a0For your protection, trip cancellation, baggage, health and accident insurance is highly recommended for all participants.\u00a0 However, no representation or description of the insurance made by our staff constitutes a binding assurance or promise about the insurance.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"fui-Link ___10kug0w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/advisors.travelguard.com\/buy?pcode=&amp;ta_arc=22850085&amp;agencyemail=info@marathontours.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.com\/agentlink.asp?pcode=&amp;ta_arc=22850085&amp;agencyemail=info@marathontours.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Link Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents\">Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents<\/a>\r\n<a class=\"fui-Link ___10kug0w f3rmtva f1ewtqcl fyind8e f1k6fduh f1w7gpdv fk6fouc fjoy568 figsok6 f1hu3pq6 f11qmguv f19f4twv f1tyq0we f1g0x7ka fhxju0i f1qch9an f1cnd47f fqv5qza f1vmzxwi f1o700av f13mvf36 f1cmlufx f9n3di6 f1ids18y f1tx3yz7 f1deo86v f1eh06m1 f1iescvh fhgqx19 f1olyrje f1p93eir f1nev41a f1h8hb77 f1lqvz6u f10aw75t fsle3fq f17ae5zn\" title=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.ca\/home\" href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.ca\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Link Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents\">Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents<\/a><\/p>\r\n<strong>Security Policy<\/strong>:\u00a0 Marathon Tours &amp; Travel's security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package.\u00a0 If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and \/or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest\u2019s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.\r\n\r\n<strong>Responsibility<\/strong>: These tours are operated by Marathon Tours, Inc. of Chelsea, MA who acts only as an agent for the passenger to the companies offering such services and assumes no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity caused by any reason whatsoever by any party offering such services. All terms and conditions offered are governed by the laws of Massachusetts. The right is reserved to cancel the tour prior to departure with a refund, less applicable credit card and processing fees, made as full settlement to the passenger. The right is reserved by Marathon Tours, Inc. to deny acceptance of a booking application by any person. Marathon Tours, Inc. may make any changes or alterations in the itinerary as it deems necessary for the proper handling of the tour. The sole responsibility of any airline used is limited to that set out in the passenger contract evidenced by the ticket. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that the passengers are not on board their aircraft.","event_seven_continents_club_option":false,"event_seven_continents_club":"","custom_section_title":"","custom_media_text_block":{"content":"","media_type":"image","media_alignment":"right","media_image":"","media_video":null},"custom_section_title_2":"Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group World Championship","custom_media_text_block_2":{"content":"<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">This event is an Abbott World Marathon Majors Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Age Group World Championship (AGWC) Qualifying Race. If you achieve the automatic qualifying time for your age group, found\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/www.worldmarathonmajors.com\/rankings\/how-it-works\" href=\"https:\/\/www.worldmarathonmajors.com\/rankings\/how-it-works\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">here<\/a>, you\u2019ll be invited to the\u00a0<strong>2026 Age Group World Championship in Cape Town, South Africa.<\/strong>\u00a0 The qualifying period began on January 1, 2025, and will conclude on December 31, 2025. We invite you to\u00a0<strong>book the official AGWC package\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/cape-town-marathon-agwc\/\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/cape-town-marathon-agwc\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"1\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">If you have secured your\u00a0<strong>2025 AGWC Entry,<\/strong> there is still limited availability for our AGWC Hotel Package. Find details\u00a0<strong><a title=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/new-york-city-marathon-agwc-2\/\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/new-york-city-marathon-agwc-2\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"2\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">For more information on the Age Group World Rankings and Championship go\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/world-marathon-majors\/abbott-world-marathon-majors-age-group-world-championships\/\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/world-marathon-majors\/abbott-world-marathon-majors-age-group-world-championships\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"3\">here<\/a>.<\/p>","media_type":"image","media_alignment":"left","media_image":11480,"media_video":null},"event_testimonials":[{"title":"\"I loved how easy you made everything...\" - 2024","testimonial":"I loved how easy you made everything from not having to worry about what to eat for a pre-race dinner to not having to worry about how to get to the start line of the race.","author":""},{"title":"\"Personal attention \u2014 I feel like they knew my name even though...\" - 2024","testimonial":"Personal attention \u2014 I feel like they knew my name even though I\u2019m just a regular participant. Hotel location was great. Dinner was great and the receptions were also.","author":""},{"title":"\"Well organized, no hassle, great hotel...\" - 2024","testimonial":"Well organized, no hassle, great hotel and location. Ease in making it to the start line with the marathon organizers.","author":""},{"title":"\"The ease of everything, going with marathon tours was fantastic...\" - 2024","testimonial":"The ease of everything, going with marathon tours was fantastic, and the staff definitely made the experience that much better!","author":""},{"title":"\"What an amazing and efficient process...\" - 2024","testimonial":"What an amazing and efficient process. I had such a great time meeting new people and hope to travel with you again soon!","author":""},{"title":"\"Tank you again for making this past weekend possible!...\" - 2024","testimonial":"Thank you again for making this past weekend possible! My husband and I had the MOST AMAZING TIME! You took the guesswork out of everything and it was so well organized and perfectly planned! We are huge fans and we are thrilled to be a part of the Seven Continents Club!","author":""},{"title":"\"First of all I wanted to thank you and Marathon Tours & Travel...\" - 2021","testimonial":"First of all I wanted to thank you and Marathon Tours &amp; Travel for the Chicago Marathon. Everything went very well, the perfect hotel, well located and very nice. Your management was excellent from the hotel to the registration for the marathon. So thank you very much. I am really very happy and very grateful.","author":""},{"title":"\"I just want to write a note to THANK YOU!\" - 2021","testimonial":"I just want to write a note to THANK YOU! For helping me register to the Chicago Marathon. It was my first and LOVED IT! Looking forward to continue my 7 continent journey with your team.","author":""},{"title":"\"The Blackstone is a LOVELY hotel...\" - 2018","testimonial":"The Blackstone is a LOVELY hotel, and with its extremely easy access to the start and finish lines, it is by far the best venue I have ever had for a marathon.","author":""},{"title":"\"Such a beautiful hotel...\" - 2017","testimonial":"Such a beautiful hotel - perfect for the start of the race as well as finishing right there as well!!","author":""},{"title":"\"I enjoyed this hotel...\" - 2017","testimonial":"I enjoyed this hotel and I felt that it was close enough to everything that I wanted to see including the start line of the race.","author":""},{"title":"\"Chicago is a lovely city...\" - 2015","testimonial":"Chicago is a lovely city and the general atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The crowd support throughout the marathon was fantastic and the volunteers did a great job. It was well organized and went smoothly even before marathon day - the bib packet pickup in particular.","author":""},{"title":"\"Thanks for your help with the hotel accommodation...\" - 2015","testimonial":"Thanks for your help with the hotel accommodation in Chicago. You made the marathon possible. My hotel stay at the Renaissance Chicago Downtown was very comfortable and all went well!","author":""},{"title":"\"Just wanted to say thank you for all your help...\" - 2014","testimonial":"Just wanted to say thank you for all your help with the arrangements for the marathon. It was great. And the Blackstone was perfect. Best location I have ever had. Thank you for making sure I could stay there. 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