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Majestic Hotel Chicago hotel unveils new independent web site
The Majestic Hotel Chicago recently announced the launch of their new independent web site.
Four Seasons Chicago welcomes new GM and New Hotel Manager
Michele Grosso returns to Chicago, and is joined by Michael Pedder.
CTA seeks sponsors for Holiday Train and other assets
The Chicago Transit Authority today, through its partner, IMG, issued Requests for Proposals for the naming rights to the CTA Holiday Train, New Year’s Eve Penny Rides, Free Rides for Chicago Public Schools students on the first day of school, and CTA Bus Tracker and Train Tracker.
Chicago Cultural Center announces Spring 2012 Exhibitions
The Chicago Cultural Center, opens three stunning exhibitions in its Michigan Avenue Galleries this spring, in addition to the continuation of the blockbuster exhibition Morbid Curiosity.
CTA Board approves financial advisors
Firms will seek new funding options to improve Red/Purple Lines.
Contractor approved for Rehabilitation work at Seven Red Line Stations
Stations to receive a face-lift until rail line’s long-term plans are determined.
Artists celebrate Chicago’s 175th Birthday
In anticipation of Chicago’s 175th Birthday on March 4, The Flag and Seal Revisited, a new component of the Pulled, Pressed & Printed, Chicago exhibition currently running at Expo 72, will feature artworks that riff on the Chicago flag and seal.
Chicago - A dose of culture, Nightlife and Scenic Beauty all in 1 trip
Spring is fast approaching! For a change of pace, take a break from busy beaches and costly cruises and set your sights on Chicago. The city will be in full bloom, and an array of indoor and outdoor events and attractions invite visitors to discover all that Chicago has to offer.
Chicago bumps up hotel tax to raise funds
Officials in the city of Chicago have increased by one percentage point the amount of tax City Hall takes from every hotel night recorded. With budget deficits topping political agendas around the world, Chicago coffers will now claim 4.5 per cent of the cost of every night spent in the city.
Chicago has New Brand and Marketing Strategies
The first true branding effort highlighting the City of Chicago as a global visitor destination was officially launched today by the Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau (CCTB).
Chicago Line upgrade package announced
State Capital Investment to create more than 2,700 Jobs, eliminate slow zones, repair tracks, improve stations on Red and Purple Lines.
Chicago selects Hills Balfour to boost UK visitors
The Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau has announced the selection of London based Hills Balfour to support the bureau’s tourism efforts in the United Kingdom. Also in the United States today, City.Mobi is celebrating the success of its new guide to Chicago.