Mocha: if you had such a rotten time in Chicago nine years ago, why return?  Doing so seems to me the definition of insanity.   
And, btw, I hired a visiting escort during IML weekend. I enjoyed my time with him so much I hired him a second time that weekend.  He is returning in a month.   
The point of this?  When the stars line up, Chicago can be great for all concerned.