Chicago's status as a world-class destination makes it a leading choice for both leisure travelers and travel professionals planning a trip to the city. To help develop a successful visit, the Chicago Convention and Tourism Bureau (CCTB) has a number of resources available 24 hours a day for both travel professionals and those planning independent travel.
The Chicagoland Call Center, which was created by the CCTB and Chicago Office of Tourism (COT), provides a one-stop travel information resource for the entire Chicago area. Callers to the toll-free number, 1-877-CHICAGO, have instant access to a wide variety of information they need to plan their next visit to Chicago.
Potential visitors can call 1-877-CHICAGO, 24 hours a day and 365 days a year, to talk with trained counselors about local restaurants, hotels, attractions, and special events. Callers can also book hotel rooms directly through 1-877-CHICAGO, and request a Chicagoland Travel Kit, which features the Chicago Official Visitors Guide.
The Travel Professionals section of the CCTB's official website, www.choosechicago.com, also offers information specifically tailored toward travel professionals. The section provides contact information for those planning group travel, industry news, transportation, parking, student/youth group travel, and sample Chicago itineraries, as well as resources and materials for marketing a Chicago trip.