Looking for Adventures? You've come to the right place as we offer the Platinum Adventures® to customers who are at least 50 years old, maintain at least $5,000 in deposits and have an active checking account¹.

The Platinum Adventures® is perfect for you if you like museums, theaters, out-of-town excursions, etc.  We do the planning, you choose which events you want to go on.  There is no annual fee and you only pay for events you wish to participate in.  Some of our events are FREE too!

Upcoming Events:

Wednesday, January 14th - Pre-Broadway U.S. Premiere of Dirty Dancing - Matinee

Cost:  $146.00 per person
Lake Forest Departure:  11:00 a.m. Please arrive by 10:45 a.m.
Wilmette Departure:  11:30 a.m. Please arrive by 11:15 a.m.

Exploding with heart-pounding music, sensational dancing and breathtaking emotion, this worldwide stage hit is a must see!  Enjoy the classic love story involving the talented and headstrong dancer and Frances "Baby" Houseman.  "Baby", a doctor's daughter with dreams of joint the Peace Corps, meets Johnny, the guy from the wrong side of the tracks, during her family's vacation.  Against all odds, they fall in love.  This is a show you can't miss.  You'll have the time of your life!  We will lunch before the theatre at Petterino's with a choice of either Smoked Mozzarella Cheese Ravioli with Arturo's Marinara and grated parmesan, or Chicken Picatta with Lemon-Caper butter sauce.

Wednesday, January 28th - Trip Preview

Cost:  Free
Time:  10:00 a.m.
Where:  Northview Bank & Trust, 245 Waukegan Road, Northfield IL

Joe Conroy of American Classic Tours will be here to preview some of our 2009 trips:  The Tulip Festival in Holland Michigan in May, Mackinac Island and the Grand Hotel in July and The Balloon Festival in New Mexico in October.  Joe will be bringing some door prizes with him so don't miss it!  Refreshments will be served.

Monday, February 2nd - Blue Danube Cruise Preview

Cost:  Free
Time:  10:00 a.m.
Where:  Northview Bank & Trust, 245 Waukegan Rd, Northfield IL

Nadia Eskin of Eskin Travels will be here to tell us about the Cruise on the Blue Danube from September 12th to the 23rd.  We will be cruising for 7 nights through Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia with 3 nights in Prague.  Don't miss discovering the exclusive tour features.  Refreshments will be served.

Wednesday, February 11th - An Authentic "Aztec World" Day

Cost:  $89.00 per person
Lake Forest Departure:  9:00 a.m. Please arrive by 8:45 a.m.
Wilmette Departure:  9:30 a.m.  Please arrive by 9:15 a.m.

Our journey starts at the Field Museum where we will discover the sophistication and complexity of the vast but short-lived Aztec Empire during the 16th century.  View more than 250 beautiful objects of stone, ceramic, and precious metals that offer a new perspective on aspects of Aztec culture, including religion, cosmology and human sacrifice.  We will be having an authentic Mexican lunch.  After lunch we will tour the Little Village Neighborhoods, home of colorful murals and world traditions.  Our final treat for the day will be Mexican Hot Chocolate.  Yummm!

Friday, February 27th - Cirque Du Soleil - Saltimbanco

Cost:  $136.00 per person
Lake Forest Departure:  12:30 p.m. Please arrive by 12:15 p.m.
Wilmette Departure:  1:00 p.m. Please arrive by 12:45 p.m.

As in all Cirque Du Soleil shows, we will be taken on an acrobatic journey - this time to the heart of the city.  We will see performers tied to bungees swing, droop and fly in the air in ways that defy gravity, acrobats whose bodies meld together to create startling figures, trapeze artists, jugglers, Russian swing performers and so much more.  It's Cirque Du Soleil so you can expect the spectacular!  We will dine at The Cliffbreakers Restaurant, located in the bluffs overlooking the Rock River.

Wednesday, March 11th at Navy Pier - Chicago Flower & Garden Show

Cost:  $80.00 per person
Lake Forest Departure:  9:00 a.m. Please arrive by 8:45 a.m.
Wilmette Departure:  9:30 a.m. Please arrive by 9:15 a.m.

The all new 2009 Belgard Chicago Flower & Garden Show offers something for everyone.  From the intricately designed, lush themed - gardens of the midway, to hands-on demonstrations and in-soil workshops that can translate into your own yard or balcony, you will find Chicago's first blush of spring invigorating.  Be prepared to be inspired, educated and motivated.  We will lunch at Rivas on Navy Pier.

Thursday, March 19th - Jenny Riddle Performs Julie Andrews

Cost:  $32.00 per person
Time:  12:00 p.m.
Where:  Northview Bank & Trust, 245 Waukegan Road, Northfield IL

Everyone remembers Julie Andrews as Mary Poppins and Maria Von Trapp, but who was she before that?  Jenny Riddle dramatizes the life of Ms. Andrews and performs songs she performed in her early years before she was Mary or Maria in "Julie Andrews - the Early Years".  Luncheon will be served.

Monday, March 23rd - Medicare Updates

Cost:  Free
Time:  12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Northview Bank & Trust, 245 Waukegan Road, Northfield IL

Tamatha Smith, a Community Relations Specialist with the Service in the Neighborhood program at Blue Cross Blue Shield, will present this timely seminar.  Learn about the changes in Medicare for the New Year, including important additions/deletions to preventive benefits, deductibles, co-payments and any premium adjustments.  Literature and resource information will be provided.  A light lunch will be served.

 

Extended Trips - 2009-2010

Currently, we are planning the following extended trips:

Florida Leisure Days - January 16-29, 2009
Take a break away from winter for a 13 night stay at the beachfront Sirata Resort in St. Pete Beach, Florida Suites with fully equipped kitchens, optional day trips, on site tour director to help plan your own excursions or just relax on the beach.

London and Paris - April 23-30, 2009
Enjoy all the wonderful sights London and Paris have to offer - Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, London Theatre, Notre Dame, Eiffel Tower.  Ride the Eurostar train and take a cruise on the River Seine.

Holland Tulip Festival - May 2009
See Holland, Michigan's Tulip Time Festival Volksparade featuring Klompen Dancers, Dutch Village, Tulip Gardens, Wooden Shoe and Delftware Factory, see a show, ride the Saugatuck Dune buggies.

Mackinac Island - July 2009
Details to come.

Alaska Discovery Land Cruise - July 9-21, 2009
Thirteen days including a seven night cruise aboard Holland America's Volendam or Zaandam.  We will explore Alaska, riding on the Fairbanks Stern Wheeler, discovering Denali National Park, taking a ride on the Denali Express Rail Car and enjoying a balcony cabin aboard ship as we cruise to College Fjord, Glacier Bay, Skagway and Ketchikan.

Cruise Down the Danube - September 12-23, 2009
We will be cruising down the Blue Danube in a luxurious cabin on the MS AMADEUS ROYAL.  We will start in Munich and proceed to Vienna, Budapest, Hungary, Slovakia, ending in Germany.  We'll stop at towns along our route for tours to places of interest or just to soak up the local culture.  We will also board a motor coach to Prague where we will spend 3 nights before returning home.

New Mexico Balloon Fiesta - October 5-9, 2009
Guided tour of Bandelier National Monument with Pueblo cliff dwellings; Tram tour of charming Santa Fe with free time to shop for original art work and western jewelry; Watch Hot Air Balloon Mass Ascension, the nighttime glow balloons and "After Glow" fireworks display; Guided tour of Albuquerque; Pueblo Indian Museum with Indian dancers and the Turquoise Museum.

European River Cruise - Fall of 2009 - Details will be available in the near future.

May 2010 - Alpine Explorer with the Glacier Express and Oberammergau Passion Play
This trip is available only every ten years.  You will be visiting Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Germany and witnessing a performance of the Passion Play in Oberammergau.  The cost of the trip for double occupancy is $5,999 per person.  Reservations must be made by August 15, 2008 with an $850 deposit.  A second deposit of $1000 is due one year prior to departure and final payment is due in January of 2010.

 

¹Must register as a Platinum Adventure member before participating in any of the events.  An enrollment card is available from your personal banker.  You are also welcome to bring a guest on the trips.

General Information

 

Address for the Lake Forest Departure Sight
Lake Forest tours (unless otherwise noted) will leave from:
Christ Church
100 N Waukegan Rd, Lake Forest, IL (please park in the far north end of the North parking lot)
The bus cannot wait for late participants.  Please arrive at your departure sight 15 minutes prior to departure time.
**Please note if you separate yourself from the group, the bank cannot be responsible for your transportation or any expenses that may be incurred from this action.

Address for the Wilmette Departure Sight
The Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints
2701 Lake Ave, Wilmette IL
The bus cannot wait for late participants.  Please arrive at your departure sight 15 minutes prior to departure time.
**Please note if you separate yourself from the group, the bank cannot be responsible for your transportation or any expenses that may be incurred from this action.

Reservation Policy for Day and Extended Trips
Reservations may be made by phone to Cathie Biggam at 847-853-3590 or by email to platinum@lakeforestbank.com.  For your reservation to be confirmed, payment must be in my office within seven days after the reservations are made:  Cathie Biggam, 727 N Bank Lane, Lake Forest, IL 60045.  Please make checks payable to Platinum Adventures (sorry no credit cards).  Please remember to make your menu selections when you reserve your tour.  Cancellations are for emergencies only.

Responsibility of Lake Forest Bank & Trust, Highland Park Bank & Trust, Bank of Highwood-Fort Sheridan and North Chicago Community Bank
Lake Forest Bank & Trust, Highland Park Bank & Trust, Bank of Highwood-Fort Sheridan and North Chicago Community Bank are acting in the capacity of extending this invitation to travel to the Platinum Adventures members and their guests.  You may bring the same guest three times, and then they must make the decision to join if they wish to continue with Club tours/activities.  In making application for any and all trips, the participant waives any claims against Lake Forest Bank & Trust, Highland Park Bank & Trust, Bank of Highwood-Fort Sheridan and North Chicago Community Bank and/or its representative/s for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity with is caused by any act of error or omission on the part of Lake Forest Bank & Trust, Highland Park Bank & Trust, Bank of Highwood-Fort Sheridan and North Chicago Community Bank, their representative/s, or any transportation company or other suppliers.