4-18 Private Charter Planning Guide Six of six stars, by far the most comprehensive and engaging tour of the bunch. Time Out Chicago NORTH PIER DOCKS at LOFTS AT RIVER EAST We invite you to learn more about Chicago s past, present, and future at our Tour Partner, Chicago History Museum. Visit their Galleries at 1601 North Clark Street.
2 An event they ll look forward to, an event they ll remember. For groups from 20 to 170, we have fully-outfitted boats and on-board amenities to help you create an event they ll talk about for years to come. Cocktail parties, special-theme menus, buffets or dinners served tableside. Our cruises offer a full-service bar, a professional sound system plus that enthralling view of Chicago s skyline. Whether your special occasion calls for cocktails or champagne pizza or paté a live blues band or your very own itunes, we can make it happen! Call us at 312-527-2002. Inn of Chicago Doubletree Inter- Continental Embassy Suites Target Store Pinstripes Lofts at River East Loews Hotel 465 N. McCLURG COURT Chicago Line offers the most ideal dock location in the City. We re easy to find, there s plenty of parking, and prior to boarding, your party can enjoy our beautiful promenade.
Click on the items below to plan your Chicago Line private charter. If you have questions or special requests after reviewing the following pages, please contact us at 312-527-2002 or. I. Choose Your Vessel FT. DEARBORN INNISFREE II. Choose Your Bar Package III. Choose Your Caterer Add Your Own Music, Live Entertainment, Tour Guide, and More! Directions and Parking
4 Choose Your Vessel Capacity Decks Amenities Rate*: 2 hrs. / Tues thru Thurs Rate*: 3 hrs. Rate*: 2 hrs. / Sun. & Mon. Ft Dearborn 170 2 Full-Service Bar, Stereo / PA System with ipod / CD hook-up, Optional Canopy and Side Curtains $ 2,600 $ 4,200 $ 2,400 Innisfree 70 1 Bar, Stereo / PA System with ipod / CD hook-up, Optional Canopy and Side Curtains $ 2,400 $ 3,600 $ 2,200 *Base rate does not include bar expense or applicable amusement taxes of 12%. Please note: Charters on Fridays, Saturdays, and holidays must be reserved for a minimum of 3 hours.
5 Ft. Dearborn Men Cocktail, Dining, Dancing Area Cocktail Area Bar Buffet Area Women The Ft. Dearborn, our 170 passenger flagship, provides room for dinner, cocktail parties, dancing and much more. Amenities include a full-service bar, professionally integrated stereo with ipod hook-up, and PA system. Choose open deck or canopy (main deck side curtains are also available.) Call 312-527-2002 for pricing, availability, catering references, architectural or historical tour narration, bar service, handicap accommodations, or any other questions. Length: 65' Beam: 22' Capacity: 170 Decks: 2 USCG Certified and Inspected Optional Canopy / Side-Curtains Full-Service Bar Integrated Stereo System with IPod hook-up
6 Innisfree Cocktail/Dining Area Bar/Salon Women Men Cruise 1920s-style aboard our 70 passenger Innisfree. Amenities include a full-service bar, professionally integrated stereo with ipod hook-up, and PA system. Choose open deck or canopy. Call 312-527-2002 for pricing, availability, catering references, architectural or historical tour narration, bar service, handicap accommodations, or any other questions. Length: 75' Beam: 18' Capacity: 70 Decks: 1 USCG Certified and Inspected Optional Canopy / Side-Curtains Full-Service Bar Integrated Stereo System with ipod hook-up
7 Choose Your Bar Package Bar Package Includes: Rate*: Two Hours Rate*: Three Hours Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks Beer-on-tap, Bottled non-alcoholic Beer, Chardonnay, Merlot, White Zinfandel, and Soft Drinks $ 24 per passenger $ 26 per passenger Premium Bar Beer, Wine, and Soft Drinks plus Vodka, Rum, Scotch, and Whiskey $ 30 per passenger $ 32 per passenger * Base rate does not include 10.25% sales tax and 16% gratuity of final bar charges. Minimum Passengers Required: Ft. Dearborn Innisfree Marquette Weekday 80 45 25 Weekend 150 75 35
8 Choose Your Caterer Blue Plate Direct Jewell Events Catering Inspired Catering & Events by Karen & Gina Stefani Jennifer Cafferata Katherine Piotrowski Michelle Dallas 312-377-0921 312-829-3663, ext. 205 312-226-7611 jcafferata@blueplatechicago.com kpiotrowski@georgejewell.com mdallas@inspiredbykgs.com 1061 West Van Buren, Chicago, Illinois 60607 424 North Wood Street, Chicago, Illinois 60622 1300 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, Illinois 60642 blueplatechicago.com georgejewell.com inspiredcateringandevents.com Jewell Events Catering menu Inspired Catering & Events Menu Choose from our proven catering and event sources. They will work with you directly to ensure your party goes precisely to plan. Should you choose a caterer not listed above you are subject to an additional caterer management fee. Should you choose to bring your own food aboard, you are subject to a clean-up fee. Call 312-527-2002 for any questions.
9 Add your own music, live entertainment, tour guide, and more! Our past charter guests have hired the City s most popular bands, from R&B to Jazz to Rock and if a live band does not fit your budget, we can dock your ipod or load your CDs into our professional sound system, so your guests will enjoy your favorite tunes at no added cost to your charter. And for an added $200 (for 3-hour cruise) one of our award-winning Docents will provide narration, colorful anecdotes, and answers to questions your group might have. Should you have any needs or special requests, simply call us at 312-527-2002. Without question the best architectural tour available in Chicago: witty, informative, engaging. Chicago Sun Times
Directions: Go to 465 N. McClurg Court (just south of Illinois Street and McClurg) and walk east on the Lofts at River East promenade to our Ticket Office. Call us at 312-527-1977. Inn of Chicago Inter- Continental Doubletree Embassy Suites Target Store Pinstripes Lofts at River East Loews Hotel 465 N. McCLURG COURT From the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/I-94) Exit Ohio Street east. Go east on Ohio Street two blocks past Michigan Avenue and turn right (south) on Fairbanks Court. Proceed two blocks to Illinois Street and turn left (east). Go to 465 N. McClurg Court (just south of Illinois Street and McClurg) and walk east on the Lofts at River East promenade to our Ticket Office. From Michigan Avenue Go east on Ohio Street two blocks and turn right (south) on Fairbanks Court. Proceed two blocks to Illinois Street and turn left (east). Go to 465 N. McClurg Court (just south of Illinois Street and McClurg Court) and walk east on the Lofts at River East promenade to our Ticket Office. From the Stevenson Expressway (I-55) Stay in left lane to exit northbound Lake Shore Drive. Cross Chicago River bridge and exit right at Navy Pier/Grand Avenue/Illinois Street. At the bottom of the ramp, go straight (north) after first light. At the second light, go left (west) on Grand Avenue. Turn left (south) on McClurg Court and proceed one block to Illinois Street. Go to 465 N. McClurg Court (just south of Illinois Street and McClurg Court) and walk east on the Lofts at River East promenade to our Ticket Office. From northbound Lake Shore Drive Exit right at the Navy Pier/Grand Avenue/Illinois Street. At the bottom of the ramp, go straight (north) after first light. At the second light, go left (west) on Grand Avenue. Turn left (south) on McClurg Court and proceed one block to Illinois Street. Go to 465 N. McClurg Court (just south of Illinois Street and McClurg Court) and walk east on the Lofts at River East promenade to our Ticket Office. From southbound Lake Shore Drive Exit right on Grand Avenue and travel west to McClurg Court. Turn left (south) on McClurg Court and head one block to Illinois Street. Go to 465 N. McClurg Court (just south of Illinois Street and McClurg Court) and walk east on the Lofts at River East promenade to our Ticket Office. From Eisenhower/Congress Expressway (I-290) Go east to Buckingham Fountain and turn left (north) on Columbus Drive. After crossing the Chicago River turn right (east) on Illinois Street. Go to 465 N. McClurg Court (just south of Illinois Street and McClurg Court) and walk east on the Lofts at River East promenade to our Ticket Office. Motorcoach Parking Drop passengers at the intersection of McClurg Court and Illinois Street, then proceed to one of the following: a) Elston Avenue from Potomac to LeMoyne (this location is essentially between Division Street and North Avenue.), b) East side of Canal Street, south of Roosevelt Road, c) On Franklin Street, under Congress Parkway, or d) East side of Clybourn Avenue, north of Division Street. Or click here for a Chicago Motorcoach Parking Map and Information Guide. Public Transportation For CTA buses that go directly to Lofts at River East at Illinois Street and McClurg Court, call the CTA at (312) 836-7000 for specific directions from your location, or click here at www.transitchicago.com. For commuter train schedules click here at www.metrarail.com. www.chicagoline.com