Chicago’s hospitality and tourism industry said the city is uniquely qualified to weather any downturn, even though the impact of President Donald Trump’s tariffs and rhetoric toward other countries ...

The number of visitors to Chicago last year rose 6.5% to 55.3 million, compared to 2023, the city’s tourism agency, Choose Chicago, announced Thursday. In 2024, international visitors to Chicago ...

We often view our parks, downtown restaurants and galleries as sites meant for tourists. Our advice? Don’t. Chicago is meant ...

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Chicago’s tourism industry is a key driver of the city’s economy, and Reynolds is stepping into the role at a pivotal time as Chicago builds on record-breaking tourism numbers. ByJudy Koutsky, ...

Chicago's newest tourism campaign is meant to attract visitors but also speak to locals. Driving the news: Kristen Reynolds, president and CEO of Choose Chicago, joined Mayor Brandon Johnson Thursday ...

More than 55 million people visit Chicago each year, and most follow the same loop: Riverwalk strolls, selfies at the Bean and deep-dish detours on every corner. The city performs beautifully for ...