Several publications and phone numbers of interest to travelers in search of Midwest fall color and other activities:
For a copy of the Illinois Calendar of Events for October through next March, contact the Illinois Tourist Information Center, Suite 108, 310 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, Ill. 60604; 800-ABE-0121.
That`s the same address for requesting a copy of the ”Visitors Guide to Illinois,” a 240-page book that takes a region-by-region look at attractions and festivals throughout the state. There`s also a special interest section that covers historic sites, antiques, recreational areas and outdoor attractions as well as points of interest in Lincoln territory.
This well-done book is a keeper for anyone who wants to know more about Illinois.
The state`s fall color hotline is 800-624-3077.
Also noteworthy are various brochures and booklets from Wisconsin, particularly its 146-page Wisconsin Auto Tours publication, which covers 23 road tours along with attractions throughout the state.
There`s also the Map Out a Fall Vacation in Wisconsin brochure with suggestions for fall color trips. (The state`s fall color hotline is 800-372-2737 for Wisconsin and surrounding states.)
For a copy of the brochures, contact the Wisconsin Division of Tourism, P.O. Box 7606, Madison, Wis. 53707.
In Michigan, the Michigan Travel Bureau is ready to send out its Fall Travel Guide and Calendar of Events. Contact the Michigan Travel Bureau, P.O. Box 30226, Lansing, Mich. 48909; 800-5432-YES. That`s the same number for fall foliage information.
SHOW/SHOP TOUR
Going to London is a treat anytime. In January, there`s one more reason to visit this great city. Starting Jan. 2 for three weeks, the world-famous Harrods department store will stage its annual sale.
To coincide with the sale, a Chicago-area travel company is arranging a trip from Jan. 6-13.
Included in the $1,095 (per person, double occupancy) price is round-trip air fare, six nights` lodging at the Cumberland Hotel opposite Hyde Park, a half-day tour of London, three days of unlimited public transportation and choice of a ticket to one of three plays-”Miss Saigon,” ”Aspects of Love” or ”Phantom of the Opera.”
The price also includes daily breakfast, transfers, taxes and tips.
For more information, contact Van Dyck Travel, 827 W. Touhy Ave., Park Ridge, Ill. 60068; 708-696-2900.
TORONTO SAVINGS
At the low end, the price is $41 at the Primrose Hotel. At the high end, the price is $119 at the Four Seasons Toronto Hotel.
These are two of the more than 50 hotels in Toronto that are offering a 50 percent savings on the double occupancy rate from Nov. 15 through March 31. Other hotels include L`Hotel, Royal York and the Sheraton Centre.
Visitors who check in for the Double Your Adventure promotion will receive an Adventure Passport filled with coupons to save on shopping, dining and attractions.
For more information, contact the Metropolitan Toronto Convention & Visitors Association, Queen`s Quay Terminal at Harbourfront, 207 Queen`s Quay West, P.O. Box 126, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5J 1A7; 416-867-3995.
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For a copy of the Distinctive Inns of Colorado brochure, contact Distinctive Inns of Colorado, P.O. Box 10472, Colorado Springs, Colo. 80932-1472. . . . For a copy of Savannah`s Special Events Calendar through December, contact the Savannah Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, 222 W. Ogglethorpe Ave., Savannah, Ga. 31499; 912-944-0456. . . . For information about Pennsylvania`s Berks County, contact the Berks County Visitors Information Association, Park Road & Hills Avenue, P.O. Box 6677, Reading, Pa. 19610; 800-443-6610 or 215-375-4085. . . . For a copy of ”The Islands of Hawaii: E Komo Mai!,” contact the Hawaii Visitors Bureau, Suite 801, 2270 Kalakaua Ave., Honolulu, Hawaii 96815; 808-923-1811. . . . For a copy of Cross-Country Skiing in Northwest Michigan, contact the Boyne Country Convention and Visitors Bureau, P.O. Box 694, Petoskey, Mich. 49770;
800-456-0197. . . . For information about Christmas festivities in Kentucky, contact Travel, Dept. MR, Frankfort, Ky. 40601; 800-225-TRIP, ext. 67.
