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Illinois Tourism Promotes Road Trips Across the State

Illinois Tourism Promotes Road Trips Across the State

May 22, 2020

Quad Cities, IL (Friday, May 22, 2020) – As Illinois moves through the re-opening phases outlined by Governor Pritzker, various tourism organizations around the state look to attract visitors to safely visit their communities by providing weekly inspiration for road trips.

Recognizing the desire for many to travel safely by car, Market Illinois, a group of marketing professionals from local and regional destination marketing and management organizations (DMMOs), are collaborating to promote all that Illinois has to offer through a weekly blog, “Illinois Road Trip Round Up.”

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tourism in the United States is significant, with spring and summer traditionally bringing substantial business to areas, with sports, conferences, group tours and leisure travel all impacted. Surveys conducted on a national scale show that leisure travel will be the first sector to return, although travelers will be cautious and will look to trips that are close to home.

To entice leisure travelers to Illinois and the Quad Cities region, every Tuesday following Memorial Day to Labor Day, sixteen participating Destination Marketing and Management Organizations will share one trip idea from their region on a timely theme, starting with top biking and hiking trails. Recognizing that areas of the state will be in different stages of re-opening, topics will always feature a destination that is currently accessible and safe for public visitation. Future topics may include outdoor picnic spots, top golf courses, farmer’s markets, and more.

From Rockford to Alton, and the Quad Cities to Champaign, there are numerous activities available to the public for an enjoyable getaway close to home. Whether you’re looking for a new spot for a cool summer treat, or the best place to play golf, all of these communities have something to offer.

Travelers looking for inspiration in Illinois can follow along every Tuesday on the participating DMMOs websites and social media channels where each weekly blog will be posted. Destinations featured include:

For more information on travel opportunities in Illinois and Iowa, visit www.enjoyillinois.com or www.traveliowa.com.

About Visit Quad Cities

Founded in 1990, Visit Quad Cities is the official Destination Management and Marketing Organization (DMMO) for the region.  Visit Quad Cities is a private 501(c)(6) non-profit engine charged with driving economic opportunity through tourism, building our authentic brand, telling & selling the Quad Cities story, and enhancing Quad Citizens’ quality of life.

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MEDIA CONTACT:  Charlotte Doehler-Morrison: (309) 781-4235 or [email protected]