June Rugby in Chicago

[Don]

Does anyone have any suggestions on where to stay and how to get tix for this event? My dad is coming over from Blaenllechau.

[Ceri Shaw]

Leave a message for the Chicago Tafia...they'll probably be able to sort you out. Just search for them on the members page..

[The Chicago Tafia Welsh Society]

Hi,

The following hotels are reasonably priced and fairly convenient:

www.essexinn.com
www.casshotel.com
www.redroof.com (on Ontario Street, Chicago)

Tickets should be available in February from www.toyotapark.com and Ticketmaster.. Sorry no idea on the price yet?

Do not hesitate to get in touch if you need any more information.

Hwyl

Dave

[Don]

Thanks so much, Dave. That's really nice of you. Would you drive to Toyota Park or get a cab from the hotel? I really don't know the Chicago area at all well but I have visited a few times and know parking is horrendously priced.

[The Chicago Tafia Welsh Society]

I believe you can get to Toyota Park in Bridgeview via the Orange Line, for more accurate info go to: http://www.transitchicago.com/

[Neil]

I am DEFINITELY up for this too.

[Neil]

I just picked up a great deal for the 'Central Loop Hotel' from 5th June thru 8th June, $62 a night plus tax. This was through ORBITZ, other sites were offering the same deal for up to $99 a night. They had posted this price as a limited offer so be quick.

http://www.centralloophotel.com/

[The Chicago Tafia Welsh Society]

Wales v USA

The Wales v USA Rugby is only 5 weeks away! Have you got your tickets yet?

Booking tickets:

Try to get tickets in section 125, 126 or 127 if you can. The majority of the Tafia will be seated in those areas.

Tickets range from $20 for the cheap seats to $150 for VIP seats. $30 seats are decent and more than adequate. Tickets can be booked at: www.ticketmaster.com/artist/1296589?tm_link=edp_Artist_Name

Getting to the game:

Getting to Toyota Park via public transportation presents some challenges, so we’ve tried to do the navigation legwork for you:

Option 1: The Orange Line & The Toyota Park Express:

* Take the CTA Orange Line Train to the Midway CTA stop.

* From the Midway CTA Bus Terminal take the 386 bus to 71 Street & Harlem.

* Toyota Park is located just north of the stop at 7000 S Harlem Avenue.

Option 2: Getting a bus from the Globe Pub:

Better yet, if you are interested in making a day of it, the Globe will be showing the Wales v Azerbaijan World Cup qualifier game at 10am on the 6th, and will be running a bus to and from the park (beer on the bus included) at 12pm for $15. Seating is limited so you have to get your name in early to ensure a seat! Call 773 871 3757 to reserve a spot.

[Neil]

What's the latest with regards to boozers after the match? Anyone know?

[Don]

Now, this is the BIG question! We are staying at the Hyatt Regency - hope you guys won't be partying too far away.

[Neil]

I'm at Central Loop Hotel, anyone else???

[The Chicago Tafia Welsh Society]

Hi,

If you cant make it up for the Wales v USA game, get you local pub to show it, the game is on live on ESPN Classic.

Cheers

Dave

[Don]

All worked out great with rugby yesterday and everyone had a lovely day. Family got to meet the boys in Emerald Loop. Fab time, fab game and thanks to everyone for your help and advice. Donna