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88realguy 51 Reviews 777 reads
posted
1 / 17
Is downtown Chicago convenient for anybody?

With 24-7 pay parking, traffic, and crazy high hotel rates does downtown work well for anybody? What advice would you give visiting providers?

Pazuzu_Jones 7 Reviews 529 reads
posted
2 / 17
Tough for many of us

Hard to argue with downtown if you see it through a visiting provider's eyes.  All the shopping, dining, sightseeing, etc is right there.  I think there's also the perception they're going to attract a better demographic surrounded by the high-end real-estate and big glass towers.  And its much harder to stand out or get noticed in the big high-traffic hotels.

I agree, though, that in an area this sprawling  a downtown location can rule out alot of generous potential clients from the burbs.  Daytime is playtime for many of us, and a roundtrip to the city from some areas plus session time could chew up a lot of a day, not to mention the expensive parking once you get there.  Sometimes it ends up being worth all the hassle, but if not the logistics just compounds the irritation that comes with a bad experience.

I'd encourage visitors to at least consider some of the large upscale hotels in areas like Oakbrook or Schaumburg or even near O'Hare- those put you in central locations that could open you up to lots of new potential clients.

Jadablack See my TER Reviews 440 reads
posted
3 / 17
Great post & reply!!

Hope to see alot of feedback.

As for me, I am a visiting provider and I missed a lot of people because I was downtown. Being from NY, I can navigate thru the city with ease....love to walk everywhere.  

I think the logic behind providers going downtown is convenience for the provider and the notion that a lot of people work downtown/ visit downtown which means more business. We don't realize that traffic is absurd coming from the suburbs (take an hour to get from the airport if its not 2am) and then parking (only valet or parking garage). The hotel rates aren't that bad even with something going on so I don't think that plays a part. Of course, the rates are more reasonable outside of downtown.

Now when I tour I visit downtown & the suburbs.
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Jacque_Jenesais See my TER Reviews 393 reads
posted
4 / 17
It's a great location for guys who work and stay in the loop or mag mile.

What I notice is that every area, and every type of area, caters to different clientele.

Downtown is great for traveling guys who fly in and don't have a vehicle. It's great for a business man for a nice long lunch break. Especially if the girl can track conferences & events.

During big conference dates and events, hotels can be super expensive, but vacation rentals aren't as high as hotels, but much nicer in my opinion.

I get a ton of out call requests to the loop and Gold Coast.  

If you want to do a dinner date, budget in a few hundred extra for parking, cab, etc. There are a ton of great places to eat, comedy clubs, blues bars, just... Everything.

So I'm partial to the city, although suburbs are extremely convenient as well for a group of people. The north neighborhoods are great for those who like city living without all the hassle.

So, it depends what you are targeting. All areas, if done right, can be very profitable. You just need to know what's up in that area.

SnakePliskken 273 reads
posted
5 / 17
Yes, it's super convenient for me. (eom)

Posted By: 88realguy
With 24-7 pay parking, traffic, and crazy high hotel rates does downtown work well for anybody? What advice would you give visiting providers?

H Dog 4 Reviews 396 reads
posted
6 / 17
Downtown

Downtown works best for me.  I can call it a late afternoon meeting, catch a cab, enjoy my time, then cab back to the office and head home.  I find the suburbs to be problematic from a traffic issue.

kendallis See my TER Reviews 373 reads
posted
7 / 17
I agree with the loop being inconvenient and expensive..

I am about 6 miles from the loop, in my personal life I never go downtown for the reasons 88realguy shared.  
Anything or any place that is downtown can be found elsewhere with free parking and much less congestion making it much more appealing to me personally.

I venture downtown regularly for Outcall appointments but that's about it. I agree that the only benefit to downtown is for  
professionals who work in the area.

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tennislover 10 Reviews 410 reads
posted
8 / 17
Re: Tough for many of us

Ditto!!   I no longer can justify the time away from work to travel downtown to see a lady.  Good topic!

TiffanyDelight See my TER Reviews 316 reads
posted
9 / 17
Me too:-) eOm


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MissMarieM See my TER Reviews 447 reads
posted
10 / 17
It is for me, but

almost everyone I see, I see regularly and they work downtown.  Almost entirely one hour and 90 minute appointments.  It's perfect for me, but I can't see it being very profitable as a visitor.  

I have a permanent incall there so I do have to commute from the North Shore, but I don't have to pay each time.  The METRA (train) helps too, otherwise parking is a bit of a sting.  Doesn't seem to be an issue for my guests as most are already nearby.

If I were visiting Chicago, O'Hare would be the way to go.  If you did pick up some outcall business downtown, the Blue line train is under an hour each way.  Possibly worth it for a longer appointment.

Jacque_Jenesais See my TER Reviews 421 reads
posted
11 / 17
I've noticed those who travel tend to book longer dates as they don't have to explain their absence.

from home commitments. Travelers book ahead, book longer, are more relaxed, on time, and able to show their face because not many know them.

Most of my clients are traveling men, which makes my life easier and gives me less risk of being noticed/pointed out. Do I worry about that myself? I wouldn't say worry, but I can definitely see how a guy could reconsider a public dinner date for fear of bumping into a colleague, a boss, a wife, or a family member.

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alessia.jordan 437 reads
posted
12 / 17
Downtown Chicago Market

Sure Downtown is convenient for many.  I visit there quite often and I always stay downtown during my stay in addition to the airport and a suburb area(Oakbrook/Schaumburg).  I think if a lady is visiting to plan in advance and check sites like hotwire, priceline, etc to book a room and cut down on hotel costs.  

There are many business men and women downtown that want to escape sometimes during a lunch break or right before or after work.  So sure downtown works for many!  Just try it and plan well and see what works best for you.

 
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goodwon 65 Reviews 426 reads
posted
13 / 17
Chicago's 3 Main Areas

Downtown, O'Hare and Oak Brook. Downtown is best for those of us who work and/or live in or close to it. I go to O'Hare if I'm passing through for work but traffic is often bad coming from downtown. I go to Oak Brook only for very special ladies. But downtown is the best for me because I can walk to my appointments or take a short cab ride.

1718324 46 Reviews 346 reads
posted
14 / 17
Great for me

I work there.  If you don't work there or live nearby, probably a bad venue.  Hotels are packed with business people and tourists so everyone blends in nicely.  Great place to eat, drink and shop.  Low crime and good transportation.  An old guy like me can hang out with young beautiful women and everyone will assume we work together and if I run into someone that's my story.

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BenzGuy64 36 Reviews 363 reads
posted
15 / 17
I stay away from the downtown area


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NDIB 23 Reviews 309 reads
posted
16 / 17
No - eom


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TrulyMsMocha See my TER Reviews 267 reads
posted
17 / 17
It hasn't stopped anyone from seeing me when I've visited ....

...but I do split time around the suburbs too.

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