AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoTravel Safety: Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is warning summer travelers about scams, urging people to vet travel agents and rental listings, avoid pressure tactics, and pay with credit cards for stronger protections. Outdoor Fun in Illinois: IDNR is gearing up for National Trails Day on June 6 with special hikes and guided nature tours across Illinois state parks, including Volo Bog and McHenry Dam. Hiking & Wildlife: Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is hosting a free 30th anniversary open house June 6, with stops highlighting bison, wetlands, and prairie restoration. Chicago Hospitality News: Ruby Hotels (IHG) announced its second U.S. signing—Ruby New York City—plus a forthcoming Chicago property opening in 2027. Getting There: EgyptAir is resuming long-haul service to Los Angeles and launching Chicago flights starting June 21. Big Illinois Visitor Moment: The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 steam locomotive rolled through DeKalb and is headed east, with central Illinois stops expected mid-July. Family Travel Deals: LifeServe Blood Center is running month-long Blood Donor Days in June, with donor rewards that include festival passes in St. Charles, Iowa.
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