AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIllinois Tourism & Events: Carbondale is set to debut its new Robbie Stokes Memorial Stage with a free Sunset Concert Thursday, June 25, featuring The Way Down Wanderers and local opener Jeremy Todd. Route 66 Buzz: The Route 66 Centennial Caravan made an Illinois stop in Granite City, where the Underground Donut Tour founder’s Chicago roots meet classic-car nostalgia—and the Big Texan “Great Steak Challenge” drew crowds at the Neon Sign Park. Travel Planning Watch: AAA says gas prices are dropping as summer travel heats up, but a separate airline analysis warns fares may stay high even as jet fuel costs fall. Hotel Wellness: Marriott signed an agreement with Fitwel to roll wellness-focused building standards across its global branded residences, with the Ritz-Carlton Residences Chicago already earning a Fitwel 2-star certification. Chicago Spotlight: U.S. News’ inaugural 2026-2027 Best Conference Cities ranking puts Las Vegas first and Chicago second, citing the city’s convention scale, transit, walkability, and culture. Air Travel Reality Check: United begins Starlink onboard WiFi on its first transatlantic flight from Newark to London, aiming to expand across its widebody fleet. Safety & Disruption: A Southwest 737 at Memphis was delayed after a ground vehicle got wedged under the plane during boarding.
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