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Mayor
Brandon Johnson
Dear Traveler:
Welcome to springtime in the greatest city in the world!
Whether you’re here for spring break or passing through on business, you have picked an excellent time to visit. After a long winter, our beautiful city is filled with sunny days with cool Lake Michigan breezes on the horizon.
This is the perfect time of year to check out some of the Chicago Park District’s stunning landscapes, facilities, and programs — read more about those in the Urban Wellness guide on pg. 56.
The City of Chicago is gearing up to host many exciting events this summer, a phenomenal opportunity to showcase our city’s diverse culture, our 77 vibrant neighborhoods, and our renowned hospitality industry. Read more about events in Chicago on pg. 52.
Commissioner
Jamie L. Rhee
Dear Traveler:
It is my pleasure to welcome you to O’Hare and Midway International Airports!
No matter which airport you’re flying through, I hope you packed an appetite, because several mouth-watering new concessions options have opened at both of Chicago’s airports since last fall.
In November, the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) celebrated the opening of the newly renovated Central Market at Midway, marking the completion of the historic Midway Modernization Program, the most comprehensive investment in Midway’s facilities in more than two decades. Dining options include Reilly’s Daughter, M Burger, Connie’s Pizza and White Sox Bar and Grill, along with retailers like Evolve, Tumi and MAC/Jo Malone.
Latest Issue
Spring 224
This issue of Air Chicago is all about travel! Now is a great time to start planning for summer travel, and all routes lead to Chicago. From Chicago’s airports, you can reach every continent in the world. Our destination of the year is Italy, with new flights starting this spring to Rome, Venice, and Milan. We’ve covered exploring ancient Rome, eating your way through Venice, and the design and style of Milan. You don’t want to miss reading about coffee culture in Addis Ababa — just one flight away from Chicago. You’ll want to immerse yourself in the art, parks, and waterways of Hong Kong and ski or board the mountains of New Zealand, both just one flight away from Chicago.