In general Windy City business travel can be a pleasurable and lucrative experience. The key to the successful trip often lies in preparation. As a large metropolitan area Chicago can present transportation challenges to even most experienced corporate travelers. Traffic, highway construction as well as scores of major events happening around the Chicagoland can considerably extend visitor's travel.

Most businessmen will enter Chicago through one of its two major airports O'Hare or Midway. Every year over 13.5 million passengers pass through O'Hare making this northwestern Chicago airport one of the nation's busiest. Fortunately plenty of transportation options are available. Visitors on the budget can always count on the city's subway trains. CTA Blue Line is always a good choice to inexpensively travel to the loop. Taxis, shuttle vans and limos are also available. Most major hotels and limousine companies can be accessed through a network of airport phones conveniently located throughout the terminals. Business travelers arriving at O'Hare airport need to be aware of the rules and regulations governing the passenger pickup. Chicago Airport Transportation Authorities devised a Chicago Limousine Passenger Pickup Procedures.

It is always recommended that corporate travelers visiting the city on regular basis will establish a relationship with on of the Chicago limousine companies. Major Chicago limo corporations offer low flat rates, expert knowledge of the city and usually guarantee their services. Large vehicle pools provide choices from sedans to stretch limos. Major companies also supply vans, shuttles, busses and taxis; becoming a top transportation choice for flight crews and businessmen. Expert and courteous limo drivers act as valuable guides during city's sporting, cultural, and professional events; offering a real glimpse into the city's rich night life. A cost of an average trip from O'Hare to Downtown should not excide $45 dollars. Corporate travelers visiting the Windy City regularly can negotiate better monthly rates depending on vehicle used.

Clients looking to enhance their sales process through a luxurious limousine trip combined with the sampling of Chicago's countless entertainment options will not be disappointed. With six major league teams, theaters, concert halls, museums and fine restaurants the city has a lot to offer.

Chicago is also a host to many convention and expos including The Chicago Auto Show. Boating and motorcycle expos as well as other industry specific trade shows offer plenty of business development opportunities. Major Exposition Centers like McCormick or O'Hare Expo Center are conveniently located near major express ways offering plenty of parking space, as well as access via public transportation.