Condé Nast Traveler calls Chicago “Best Big City in America” – Telemundo Chicago

Chicago has been named “America’s Best Big City” before The seventh year in a row By readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine, officials announced Tuesday.

According to a press release from Chicago’s tourism agency, Choose Chicago, the award “speaks to Chicago’s enduring appeal to all types of travelers from around the world.”

“Today’s recognition of our great city as America’s Best Big City by Condé Nast Traveler, for the seventh year in a row, is proof that Chicago remains a powerhouse as a destination for visitors from around the world,” said Mayor Brandon Johnson. a permit.

“This is a privilege we should be proud of and we will continue to welcome travelers from around the world to experience all that our city and the spirit of Chicago have to offer,” Johnson’s statement continued.

The release also says Chicago’s summer saw the biggest “ever” records for hotel revenues, a statistic Select Chicago released earlier this year following Taylor Swift’s three sold-out shows at Soldier Field.

“For the seventh year in a row, I could not be prouder that Chicago has been named the No. 1 large city in the nation,” Governor JB Pritzker said in the statement. “From our unparalleled infrastructure and stunning lakefronts to our diverse dining scene, world-class museums, and of course the friendliest people you will ever meet, Chicago has it all, and the world is taking notice.”

According to officials, the award is part of the prizes Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice for 2023, and was based on polls of more than 520,000 Condé Nast readers. Chicago was first named to the top of the list in 2017.

“It is not surprising that chicago Tops this list again,” it reads Chicago’s winning proposal. “A world-class destination known for its stunning architecture, world-class museums, fantastic chefs and huge beer scene, it will take several repeat visits to complete your bucket list. Most people start in the centre, from the Gold Coast’s coolly posh Mill to the trendy Old Town, but there are 77 neighborhoods to explore, Where you will find it Restaurants vanguard, Bars Relax, no matter where you go, you will find some of the nicest people you will meet. You’ll find it anywhere.”

Also appearing on the list were San Diego at No. 2, Milwaukee at No. 3, New Orleans at No. 4, San Francisco at No. 5, and Boston at No. 6.

New York City came in seventh place.

Chicago also appears on the report’s “Best Hotels in the World” list, which includes London House Chicago and Peninsula Chicago.

You can find The full Condé Nast Traveler list is here.