Virtual Events

company terms & details

Welcome to chicagodetours.com (the “Site”), where you will find information on our interactive, virtual team-building events. Please read the following virtual events company Terms and Conditions of Use and Service Agreement (this “Agreement”) carefully before using the Site. If you do not consent to this Agreement, please do not use the Site or purchase tickets for our virtual events.

COVID-19 Safety Measures: We are currently not offering in-person tours, so all our services are completely virtual, remote and safe!

1. General: The following Agreement governs your use of the Site. By using the Site (other than to read the Agreement for the first time), you signify and acknowledge your acceptance of this Agreement. BY ACCESSING OR USING OUR WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND TO ALL THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, OUR PRIVACY POLICY, AND OUR PURCHASE POLICY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, EXIT THIS PAGE AND DO NOT ACCESS OR USE THE WEBSITE.

If we decide to change this Agreement, we will post those changes to this Agreement and other places we deem appropriate. We reserve the right to modify this Agreement at any time, so please review it frequently. Your continued use of the Site after the posting of any amended agreement shall constitute your agreement to be bound by any such changes.

2. Intellectual Property: This website contains information, content, services and software including, without limitation, text, photographs, images, illustrations, audio clips, video, html, source and object code, trademarks, logos, and the like (collectively, the “Content”.) Everything located on or in this Site is either (1) the exclusive property of Chicago Detours; (2) used with the permission of the copyright and/or trademark owner; or (3) part of the public domain. This Content is copyrighted as a collective work under the U.S. copyright laws, and Chicago Detours owns a copyright in the selection, coordination, arrangement, and enhancement of such Content. Except as otherwise expressly stated in this agreement, ANY COPYING, DISTRIBUTING, TRANSMITTING, POSTING, LINKING, DEEP LINKING, OR OTHERWISE MODIFYING OF THIS SITE, WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION FROM CHICAGO DETOURS, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

If you operate a website and wish to link to the Site, you may do so upon written permission of Chicago Detours. Requests to link to the Site should be directed to info@chicagodetours.com.

We understand that when you purchase tickets for a public or private virtual event, you may need to retain information, such as the date and time of your virtual event and a link to the description of the event. You may download, print, and/or save this material, so long as this material is to be used for non-commercial purposes. Any other use of this Content is prohibited without prior written permission of the Site.

“Chicago Detours” is a mark of Chicago Detours, Inc. Use of the name “Chicago Detours” or related graphics, service marks, and trademarks is prohibited without prior written consent of Chicago Detours Inc. Requests to use this content should be directed to info@chicagodetours.com.

3. Infringement Complaints: The Site respects the intellectual property of others. If you believe your rights have been infringed and/or are aware of any infringing material on the Site, please contact us at and provide us with the following information: (a) an electronic or physical signature of the person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyrighted work; (b) identification of any copyrighted work and, if applicable, the location of the Site that you claim has been infringed; (c) a written statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized by the owner, its agent, or the law; (d) your name and contact information, such as telephone number or e-mail address; and (e) a statement by you that the above information in your notice is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the copyright owners behalf.

4. Disclaimer of Warranty: By using this Site (other than to read the Agreement for the first time) you agree that USE OF THIS SITE IS AT YOUR OWN RISK. NEITHER CHICAGO DETOURS, ITS AFFILIATES, NOR ANY OF THEIR RESPECTIVE EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, MERCHANTS, THIRD-PARTY CONTENT PROVIDERS OR LICENSORS, OR ANY OF THEIR OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS, WARRANT THAT USE OF THE SITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE; NOR DO THEY MAKE ANY WARRANTY AS TO THE RESULT THAT MAY BE OBTAINED FROM USE OF THIS SITE. THIS SITE IS MADE AVAILABLE ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. EXCEPT AS STATED IN OUR PURCHASE POLICY, TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL LAW, CHICAGO DETOURS HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

6. Limitation of Liability: IN NO EVENT SHALL CHICAGO DETOURS, INCLUDING ITS EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, CONTENT PROVIDERS AND LICENSORS, BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. IN NO EVENT SHALL CHICAGO DETOURS’ LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH AN EVENT EXCEED THE AMOUNTS PAID FOR SUCH EVENT AND TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNTS PAID BY THE USER DURING THE SIX MONTHS PRECEDING THE BRINGING OF ANY CLAIM.

7. Indemnification/Release: YOU AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, DEFEND AND HOLD HARMLESS CHICAGO DETOURS AND ITS AFFILIATES AND THEIR RESPECTIVE DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS FROM AND AGAINST ALL CLAIMS AND EXPENSES, INCLUDING ATTORNEY’S FEES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SITE AND/OR ANY VIOLATION OF THIS AGREEMENT BY YOU.

8. International Users: The Site is controlled, operated and administered from within the United States. The Company and the Site make no representation that Content available through the Site is appropriate or available for use outside the United States. If you access the Site from a location outside the United States, you are responsible for compliance with all applicable laws.

9. Miscellaneous: This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois as applied to agreements entered into and to be fully performed within the State, without regard to its conflicts of law provisions. By use of this Site, you hereby agree that any cause of action you may have with Chicago Detours or the Site (including, without limitation, related to your participation in any virtual events) must be filed in a federal or state court located in Chicago, Illinois, within 180 days of the time in which the events giving rise to such claim occurred, or you agree to unconditionally waive such claim. You agree no such claim may be brought as a class action.

10. Severability: The Provisions of these Terms and Conditions of Use and Service are intended to be severable. If for any reason any provision of this Agreement shall be held invalid or unenforceable in whole or in part in any jurisdiction, such provision shall, as to such jurisdiction, be ineffective to the extent of such invalidity or unenforceability without in any manner affecting the validity or enforceability thereof in any other jurisdiction or the remaining provision hereof in any jurisdiction, and the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. Any failure of the Chicago Detours to enforce or exercise any provision of this Agreement or related right shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

11. Change/Cancel a Virtual Event Booking: When you purchase a public or private virtual event through the Chicago Detours virtual events company, you are purchasing a one-time opportunity to attend the virtual event. This reservation entitles you to a spot on the virtual event, which has limited availability and which will take place at the stated time and date. All sales are final. That means we do not grant refunds for any reason at all. Our virtual events promptly begin at the scheduled time and date, and all you need to do is login! 

If you claim that you did not receive the Zoom link, and our booking system shows that you opened the email that was sent to your email address, and you did not reach out to us within 5 minutes of the virtual event start time, then we cannot consider any future application of credit of your virtual event ticket value. 

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Ellen

Private Tour Coordinator and Tour Guide

There is no shortage of things to discover in Chicago—I love being an urban explorer and uncovering its hidden places. I have an MA in Public History from Loyola University Chicago, and I have worked as a museum educator and kindergarten teacher. My desire to learn new things fuels my passion for educating others, which I get to experience every day as a Chicago tour guide. I live in the northern neighborhood of Rogers Park.

“Our guide Ellen was exceptional and gifted with a great personal touch.”
Robert
GetYourGuide

Jen

Tour Guide

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a lifelong resident, the vibrant history and modern majesty of Chicago never ceases to amaze. I’m a graduate of Columbia College with an M.A. in Interdisciplinary Art. I’ve worked for many years as an educator at City Colleges of Chicago. As tour guide at Chicago Detours, I integrate my enthusiasm for culture and architecture with my passion as an educator. West Town/Noble Square area is home for me.

“Jen was a perfect storyteller and kept us spellbound for hours.”
Heather
TripAdvisor

Elyse

Tour Guide

With our Chicago neighborhoods, vibrant cultural institutions and nearly two centuries of larger-than-life stories, there’s never a dull moment here! I’m a fifth generation Chicagoan and a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis. In addition to guiding tours, I’m a creative writer and amateur genealogist. I also enjoy the city’s dynamic theater scene. You can also read overlooked stories from 19th-century newspapers on my “Second Glance History” blog. I live in River North.

Anthony

Tour Guide

Chicago is unique as it always evolves into the future while holding on to the past. I’m fascinated by how people latch on to old architecture but happily pave over others. My background is in theater and performance and I’ve been a tour guide here for more than 10 years. Currently I’m finishing my Master’s in Public History at Loyola University because I love to teach the history of this scrappy city. I’m in the Edgewater neighborhood.

Marie

Operations Coordinator and Tour Guide

Chicago’s history is so fascinating, you could spend a lifetime uncovering its secrets…I’m willing to give it a try! I have an M.A. in US History from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas and then pursued doctoral studies in Urban History at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I love to learn new aspects of Chicago’s rich history and then share my knowledge as a tour guide with Chicago Detours. I live in Ravenswood.

“Marie was a bubbling fountain of information and contagious enthusiasm.”
Lorit
TripAdvisor

Sonny

Operations Coordinator and Tour Guide

As a fourth generation Chicagoan, I have been living and loving Chicago by bike, on foot, public transit or automobile. I am a graduate of UIC where through the College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs, began my eagerness to understand the nature, history and impacts of urban planning and development. It is incredibly rewarding to give back to this wonderful city by helping out in the office of Chicago Detours. I live in the incredibly diverse neighborhood of Albany Park.
“Sonny was extremely knowledgeable about all things Chi-town.”
Wade K
TripAdvisor

Alex

Content Manager and Tour Guide

Chicago has so many neighborhoods, buildings, and by-ways that it’s hard to go long without seeing something new, or something familiar from a new angle. I studied Cinema History for my M.A. from the University of Chicago. I’ve worked as a culture writer for various publications and as an educator of the humanities at the City Colleges of Chicago. I’m thrilled to share my love of this city’s busy past and unique architectural spaces with Chicago Detours. I live in the Chicago neighborhood of Lincoln Park.

“Alex was fascinating to listen to. He clearly knows his history and it shows.”
Katie K
Yelp

Amanda Scotese

Executive Director and Tour Guide

I’m an interpreter of personal stories from the past and the city’s landscape. I love to imagine what originally happened inside old unmarked buildings, and what forces have shaped their design. I studied Chicago history, architectural history, and anything Chicago-related through my M.A. in the Humanities at the University of Chicago. My love for stories was enriched by my B.A. in Literature from the University of Michigan. I’ve written travel articles for publications like Rick Steves’ Italy best-selling travel guides, the San Francisco Bay Guardian, and The Chicago Food Encyclopedia. I live in the Chicago neighborhood of West Avondale.
“You can TELL Amanda is hyper-passionate about doing the research and getting the story that nobody’s heard before.”
Shelby F
Yelp