Simply text CHICAGO and a photo of a Chicago taxi like this one to 87121. You’ll then be entered to win two roundtrip tickets to Chicago courtesy of United Airlines, along with three nights at InterContinental Chicago and generous vouchers to enjoy Chicago’s world-class dining and shopping.

Also, be sure to hail a Chicago taxi like this one on 29/8/08 for a chance to ride free*, compliments of the Chicago and Illinois Tourist Office.

Contest ends 31/8/08

The winner will receive two return tickets with United Airlines from London Heathrow to Chicago O’Hare. Travelling in United’s Economy Plus section which offers 5 inches more legroom, the winners will also be offered lounge access in London and Chicago.

The InterContinental Chicago, the only hotel with a front entrance to the Magnificent Mile, was originally built in 1929 and features 792 refurbished guest rooms, including 73 lavishly decorated suites. The hotel’s historic, junior-Olympic-size pool is recognized as one of the best indoor pools in the U.S. and is included in Chicago’s major architectural tours.

*Free rides apply to journeys in Zones 1 and 2. Passengers should ask the driver if the journey is free prior to boarding. The difference in fare can be paid by the patron for any travel beyond Zone 2.