did you know chicago was the maker of the first skyscraper, which is what began real urban living. so for the people that say chicago is a NYC wanna-be your wrong because chicago is the first to become a real city and the idea of central park came from chicago's grant park. I was born in Chicago, people are very nice the city is gorgeous, transportation is cheap and easy. and for the people that said chicago was boring get your a** out of your hotel bed.