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Visit Lake County Annual Luncheon Showcases Record Tourism Gains
Visit Lake County Annual Luncheon Showcases Record Tourism GainsLake County climbs to nearly $2 billion in visitor spending as Illinois breaks records GURNEE, IL – Visit Lake County (VLC) gathered tourism and community partners at its recent annual luncheon, celebrating another year of growth and showcasing marketing and sales initiatives, the bureau's three-year strategy and vision shaping the region's visitor economy. According to the 2024 Illinois Economic Impact Report, Lake County's visitor spending
Visit Lake County Celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week, Highlights Industry’s Local Impact
Visit Lake County Celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week, Highlights Industry’s Local Impact WAUCONDA, Ill. (May 7, 2025) — In honor of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), Visit Lake County (VLC) brought together local leaders, hospitality professionals and community partners to celebrate the powerful role travel plays in the region’s economy and quality of life. The bureau hosted its annual NTTW Forum on Wednesday, May 7, at Lindy’s Landing Restaurant and Marina in Wauconda—a lively gathering
Lake County Flavor Festival Serves Up Success, Showcasing Culinary and Libation Excellence
Lake County Flavor Festival Serves Up Success, Showcasing Culinary and Libation Excellence GURNEE, IL – Lake County's delectable culinary and beverage scene took center stage at the highly successful Lake County February Flavor Festival. The Visit Lake County (VLC) monthlong promotion celebrated the region's diverse restaurants, breweries, distilleries and wineries, drawing enthusiastic crowds and generating significant economic impact. The Lake County Convention and Visitors Bureau initiative boasted 100+
