The 17th Annual Chicago Travel & Adventure Show, Chicago’s only consumer travel show, will create a weekend travel adventure of its own as travelers’ first stop on their next trip. On Saturday, February 5 and Sunday, February 6, show attendees can immerse themselves in global cultures with exhibitors from America to Asia and continents in between through educational opportunities, interactive experiences and a wide variety of products and services at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont (5555 N. River Road).
“Now in our 17th year in Chicago, The Travel & Adventure Show remains the city’s favorite first stop on any travel journey, from the Midwest to around the world,” said John Golicz, Unicomm CEO. “The Chicago Travel & Adventure Show is a mini trip around the world in and of itself, giving guests the opportunity to sample cultures, destinations and information all in one place, while learning all the best tips and tricks for their next fulfilling, unforgettable travel experience.”
Travel Celebrities on Hand to Inspire Wanderlust
Guests can learn about the best economical options as the world returns to travel from Pauline Frommer, while Peter Greenberg will provide insider knowledge through tips and tricks for domestic and international travel from his storied career. PBS’s Samantha Brown will share her expert tips for best travel destinations and experiences and travel writer Andrew McCarthy will be on hand to share highlights from his new book, “The Longest Way Home.”
Savvy Traveler Theater Provides Tips to Travel Smarter
Travel experts will cover a range of topics at the Savvy Traveler Theater, including how to travel safely and economically, how to maximize reward points from airlines to hotel stays and beyond, packing tips and other travel hacks designed to maximize the travel experience.
Discover the World at the Destination Theater
Local destination experts will help attendees plan, personalize and book their next vacations while sharing their inside knowledge in workshops right on the show floor. From France to Italy to Alaska and beyond, visitors will learn how to travel like a local at these half hour sessions.
The 2022 Chicago Travel and Adventure show will adhere to local health and safety protocols and will require attendees to wear a mask and provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. There will also be limited touchpoints and ample hand sanitizer stations placed prominently throughout the venue.
The Chicago Travel & Adventure Show will take place February 5-6 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. The show opens at 9:30 a.m. Saturday for travel professionals; the public can attend from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Attendees can purchase single-day and two-day tickets online now for the discounted rate of $11/$18 or on-site for $15/$22. Children 16 and under are free and on-site tickets can be purchased with cash only. For tickets and event information, visit https://travelshows.com/shows/chicago/
The press accreditation application period for the 2022 Travel & Adventure Show is now open and can be found here: https://travelshows.com/press-section/media-registration/. Pending approval confirmation and exclusive media opportunities will be sent to you ahead of the show dates.
About Unicomm, LLC and the Travel & Adventure Show Series
Unicomm, LLC is an independent business-to-business communications company specializing in originating and managing world-class trade shows and conferences. Unicomm's properties include the nation's largest and longest-running series of travel events, the Travel & Adventure Show in Atlanta, Boston, Washington, D.C., New York, Chicago, San Francisco/Bay Area, Los Angeles, Denver, and Dallas. Unicomm also produces industry-leading conferences including the annual American Traveler Trends Forum, as well as the Virtual Travel & Adventure Show Series.