Play Dubsdread
Cog Hill was once the annual site of the Western Open and now hosts the BMW championship in rotation. Dubsdread, the premier course among four at the club, has a well-deserved reputation as one of the toughest in America. Bear in mind that, while Cog Hill has never been exclusive, it can be expensive--at least by Chicago golf standards. Expect to pay well over $150 per person.
Cog Hill Golf and Country Club
12294 Archer Ave.
Lemont, IL 60439
(630) 257-5872
The Finest Dining
For two decades, Charlie Trotter's has been serving some of Chicago's finest and most expensive meals. In that time, it has been called the best restaurant in the world by "Wine Spectator" magazine and received accolades from restaurant critics from "Esquire," "Gourmet" and many other magazines. It was also called the best place to eat in America by "Golf Connoisseur" magazine. Call well in advance (think months, not weeks) for reservations.
Charlie Trotter's
816 West Armitage
Chicago, Illinois 60614
(773) 248-6228
Front Row at Wrigley
Nothing symbolizes "Chicago" like a trip to Wrigley Field. Nothing says expensive like the best seats in the park. You don't have to turn to a scalper to get those prized seats, however. It turns out the Cubs organization itself will gladly sell them to you. The team's owners also own Wrigley Field Premium Ticket Services, where sports fans can purchase close to the action, impossible to get otherwise seats at many times face value.
Wrigley Field Premium Ticket Services
3717 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60613-3809
(773) 477-2425
About The Author
James Bolger has spent two decades writing on health, nutrition, golf, fitness, travel, insurance, and more. Bolger served as managing editor for "Maturity Matters," a newsletter on senior lifestyles, and "Your Health and Fitness," a consumer health magazine. He has also written on health and medical research for academic medical centers. Bolger earned his Bachelor of Arts in communications/English from DePaul University.
