Gay Games VII - Chicago, Illinois USA - 15-22 July, 2006  
APRIL, 2006
Welcome American Airlines!

Official Airline!

Save 5% on air travel to Chicago for the Gay Games in July. Take advantage of this discount by calling 1-800-433-1790 and reference Group Travel Code A2176AA when booking your flight. International travelers may find their local American Airlines telephone number by visiting www.AA.com and selecting “Worldwide Sites” and then “Customer Service.” The discount is valid for domestic and international flights into Chicago’s O’Hare or Midway Airports, 10-27 July 2006. The 5% discount is valid on most fares. Questions should be directed to an American Airlines agent at 1-800-433-1790.

Amtrak Climbs On Board
Save 15% off the best available regular (full) adult rail fare for coach travel to and from Chicago, IL on selected trains. Valid for sale through 24 July and for travel 10 July – 24 July. Limited seating, subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. Use code V142 when you book online at amtrak.com or call 1-800-USA-RAIL. Amtrak is a registered service mark of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
Opening & Closing Ceremonies
Opening Ceremony, 15 July, Soldier Field -- Thousands of participants will enter to the cheers of tens of thousands. Top-notch entertainment, dance, music, comedy, and tons of celebrities will make this an experience of a lifetime. Closing Ceremony, 22 July, Wrigley Field -- Chicago bids farewell to world visitors amidst spectacle and celebration in historic Wrigley Field. Buy Tickets.
Special Gay Games Rates at Orbitz Hotels
Hotel Orrington. Participants in Physique, Diving, Wrestling, Power Lifting, Tennis and Synchronized Swimming will find this location ideal for it's proximity to their venues. One block to Northwestern U. and near CTA Trains. Click to learn more!
Travelodge Hotel Downtown. Two blocks from Lake Michigan and walking distance to Magnificent Mile. Click to learn more! Ramada Inn Lake Shore. Spectacular views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.
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Welcome City Teams!
Did you know that participating athletes and artists will enter Soldier Field at the beginning of the Opening Ceremony organized by City? Your local City Team (or State Team or Country Team) is a great source of information about training, fundraising, uniforms, trading pins and group travel/lodging. Many City Teams are members of the Gay Games Partner program – visit our Partner Program Page for full details. Join your local team to maximize the value of your trip to Chicago.
 
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Men's Opening Party - 15 July - Kick off a week of social events with Inspiration!
Margaret Cho: 16 July: One Night Only at the Chicago Theatre! Buy Tickets.
Step Out Concert 18 July: Pritzker Pavillion at Millennium Park. But Tickets Now.
Grand Ball - 21 July: Poetry in motion on the ballroom floor. Buy Tickets Now.
Women's Closing Party - 22 July: Largest women's party of the week. Get Tickets.
Skyscraper & River Tours -
See Chicago from a different point of view!
Baseball:
21 July: Watch World Champion White Sox vs. Texas Rangers.
Lush Greens:
Stroll through Chicago's lush Gardens
University Housing: Single rooms now available.
Hosted Housing - Matching Service Now Available
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