Welcome to this special Chicago/Illinois edition of Travel News USA from the Visit USA Association. Illinois is a great State to visit, not least for the exciting Obama hometown of Chicago, but also for the iconic Route 66, the perfect place to get your kicks!
This month: Illinois & Chicago
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Road trip on Route 66
If you're looking for Americana, take a road trip down Route 66 from its starting point in Chicago. It's one of the best ways to immerse yourself in American nostalgia as you stop at Mother Road favourites like Shea's Gas Station and the Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum while eating at classic diners seemingly untouched by time.
www.gochicago.com/museums/museum-route66.aspx
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Vote for the first-ever Route 66 ambassador of the UK!
The winner will experience life along Route 66 in Illinois while sharing highlights of their adventure online. Vote now!
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Free taxi rides
From May 31 - June 25, be on the lookout for our Manchester Taxis randomly offering free rides to customers
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Signature Room at the 95th
Dine atop one of America's tallest skyscrapers to experience 360° views of Chicago's skyline-a truly unforgettable experience.
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Odyssey Cruise
There's no better way to see Chicago's skyline than by boat, especially when that boat is an elegant yacht offering fine dining and live entertainment.
www.odysseycruises.com
Sixteen at Trump Tower
Dine on the terrace of Sixteen for eye-level views of Chicago landmarks so close you'll think you can touch them.
www.gochicago.com
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Atwood Café
Located in the first floor of Daniel Burnham's towering visions, this contemporary restaurant offers great people-watching through soaring windows that look out on bustling sidewalks in the heart of Chicago's theatre district.
www.atwoodcafe.com
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Rooftop Lounges
With comfy couches, stunning city views and plenty of fun cocktails, Chicago has its share of amazing, chic rooftop lounges and outdoor terraces.
Potters Lounge
You'll find this vintage lounge just beyond the soaring lobby of the historic Palmer House Hotel-a Chicago institution that has played host to politicians and entertainers for 135 years. Visit the two-storey, gilded lobby with its marble-topped tables, velvet seating and an ornate ceiling depicting Greek mythology.
www.potterschicago.com
Café Brauer
Enjoy a drink at this garden oasis in the middle of Chicago while watching the swan paddleboats glide across a nearby pond.
www.lpzoo.com
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Blue Sky Vineyard
Did you know Illinois has more than 70 wineries and 450 vineyards? Take in the scenic beauty of Southern Illinois while sipping wine at this Tuscany-themed vineyard along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.
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Virtually Visit Illinois
Never been to Illinois? Take a virtual visit on our brand-new page. You'll find visitor accolades, Podcasts, and plenty of videos, including our newest video tour of Chicago's architectural landmarks. You can also take a peek inside 10 of Chicago's top museums, travel down the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, or see highlights of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum all before you arrive.
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