Published on May 2, 2025 11:36 am
Last Updated on May 2, 2025 11:36 am
Visit Effingham is gearing up for National Travel and Tourism Week, May 4 – 10, and shining a spotlight on the travel industry’s essential role in driving economic growth, creating jobs and
enhancing our region’s competitiveness.
Travel is one of Illinois’ most powerful economic engines – supporting millions of jobs, fueling businesses and propelling industries forward. National Travel and Tourism Week reinforces the
pivotal role travel plays in building a stronger and more prosperous state.
In Effingham, the travel industry drove over $243 million in visitor spending, which is a 3.4% increase from the previous year. It has also employed over 1,600 residents and generated over $7.1 million in local tax receipts in Effingham County in 2023.
Visit Effingham is celebrating the power of travel by inviting travelers and residents, alike, to experience National Travel and Tourism Week with us. Follow along on social media as we celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week by highlighting adventure in our own backyard.
We invite you to visit us in-person at our tourism office, located in City Hall at 201 E. Jefferson Avenue. Pick up a free Niemerg’s Steakhouse cookie, an “adventure pack” – including a clear backpack, tourism information for the Effingham area and some fun travel souvenirs. Don’t forget to enter to win a “Behind the Scenes Tour” for a Family of 5 from Aikman Wildlife Adventure.
Effingham Tourism Director Jodi Thoele says, “Visit Effingham empowers our city’s economic state by existing as an organization. We strategically funnel potential travelers into our city to enhance the economic development of our region. National Travel and Tourism Week offers us the perfect opportunity to promote tourism in our area and market our destination as the ideal Midwestern getaway.”
Please visit ustravel.org/NTTW to learn more about National Travel and Tourism Week.
