The L-Line from above …

I had a slightly sub-optimum flight plan into the USA this time – via Tokyo and Chicago, as opposed to the more conventional routes via LA or Dallas.  None-the-less, I grabbed the opportunity during lay-over to jump on the underground system and run downtown for a few hours of walking around and getting a whiff of the sights.  I have always, always wanted to go to Chicago, and I was impressed by the initial impression; funny people, a gritty feel reminiscent of Glasgow, and hearty Italian-American food.  Well worth it, although snow did delay take-off and scuppered any chances of getting stuck into the final Saturday night of SXSW.  Next time.

… and from below.