Illinois offers an enormous choice of hotels for every taste and budget. Chicago has the largest variety of options for your next meeting or event. With top-notch entertainment, dining, hotels, museums, and shopping, you can‘t go wrong in the Windy City. In 2008, Chicago attracted over 45.6 million domestic and international visitors.

With a big, bustling city like Chicago, it’s easy to forget that the state’s actual capital is none other than Springfield. Springfield is home to a number of current state politicians, but none of its politicians throughout history has been as revered and celebrated as President Abraham Lincoln. Indeed, it was in Springfield where Lincoln launched his political career, and the city pays homage to the former president with a number of attractions and historical sites. And, Illinois is only a 2 hour flight from most U.S. cities making it a convenient desination for your attendees.