Windy City Hotels Help Beat Petroleum Prices at the Pump
Sheraton Chicago and Westin Chicago River North's Gas Rebate Offers Weekend Guests a $25 AX Gift Car
CHICAGO, IL, July 20, 2006. As gas prices across the nation reach an all-time high, Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers and The Westin Chicago River North are coming to the aid of Windy City travelers. Guests traveling via train, plane or automobile, will feel less stress on the wallet with a $25 American Express gift card from these Chicago hotels on weekend stays (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). Travelers simply need to present a dated gas receipt upon arrival that corresponds with the date of check-in to receive the gift card. Whether filling up before driving to the hotel from a neighboring city, or filling up your tank on the drive to the airport, this gas rebate is available now through September 4, 2006. Guests at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers will also receive complimentary parking during their stay. Weekend rates at both properties start at $219 per night.*
Gas prices are approaching $3.50 a gallon in Chicago and this gas rebate is intended to alleviate demands on the purse strings when hitting the road. With a $25 American Express gift card, travelers can get that extra special Chicago souvenir when visiting the Sears Tower, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, or even during a shopping spree on the Magnificent Mile. Since Chicago is a perfect walking destination, travelers can leave the car keys in the room and enjoy the city by foot.
For reservations at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers and The Westin Chicago River North, please call (800) 233-4100. To book online visit www.sheratonchicago.com/values or www.westinchicago.com/packages.




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