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About the City


Chicago is a business center with a diverse powerhouse economy. It is also a tourism center with renowned shopping, dining, museums, architecture, theatre, music, sports, and more. On the shores of beautiful Lake Michigan, Chicago is known for its lakefront attractions and extraordinary urban architecture.

TRAVEL:                  Easy to get to by air, highway, water, or rail. Chicago is home to the world’s busiest airport and
                             direct public transportation throughout the city.

ACCOMODATIONS:    Chicago offers a broad range of accommodations to suit your travel needs – from world class
                             luxury hotels to affordable boutique hotels.

DINING:                  If you enjoy fine dining, Chicago is your kind of town. Noted for its five-star restaurants as well
                            as Chicago deep dish pizza and hot dogs, this is a city with delicious food on every corner.

SPORTS:                The windy city is home of beloved sports teams including the Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Bulls,
                            Chicago Fire, and a host of others.

CULTURE:               A cultural center, Chicago boasts world-class museums including the Chicago Art Institute, Field
                            Museum, and Museum of Science and Industry. Chicago also has more than 160 theatres and the
                            Grammy award-winning Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Opera.


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