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When planning a trip, it's always important to
have as much information as possible before you start on your way. Links
have been provided for all listings that currently have Web sites. Feel
free to follow them and learn more about the great places to visit.
Is Coles County a jumping-off point for a longer getaway or a stopping place along a tour route? You'll quickly see that Illinois has a lot to offer. From the Windy City's hustle and bustle to the magnificant cliff faces of Southern Illinois, you're bound to find something interesting at every stop. Click on the links below for all the information you need to plan your visit to "The Land of Lincoln."
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Local Links
Charleston
Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber is a good place to start looking for
additional information.
http://www.charlestontourism.org
Mattoon
Chamber of Commerce
Again, a good place to start.
http://www.mattoonillinois.org
Oakland
Chamber of Commerce
Although this site isn't updated very often, it has
some good information.
http://www.oakland-il.com
Area Links
Arcola
Chamber of Commerce
Located 15 minutes north of Mattoon, Arcola is home
to Illinois' largest Amish settlement, the Raggedy Ann and Andy Museum
and the Annual Broom Corn Festival.
http://www.arcola-il.org
Amish
Country Information Center
Your #1 stop for information about Illinois' Amish
popluation.
http://www.IllinoisAmishCountry.com
Champaign-Urbana
Convention and Vistors Bureau
Located about 45 minutes from Mattoon, there is plenty
to see and do in Champaign and Urbana.
http://www.cupartnership.org
Shelby
County Office of Tourism
Located about 20 minutes southwest of Mattoon, Lake
Shelbyville is a popular spot for boating, fishing, camping and swimming.
http://www.lakeshelbyville.com
State Links
Chicago
Convention and Tourism Bureau
You gotta love the Windy City! Start your travel arrangements
here.
http://www.chicago.il.org
Illinois
Bureau of Tourism
Use the trip planner to find things to see and do throughout
Illinois.
http://www.enjoyillinois.com
Illinois
Department of Natural Resources
The DNR provides information on state parks and forest
throughout Illinois.
http://www.dnr.state.il.us
Southernmost
Illinois Convention and Tourism Bureau
Here you'll find information on the entire southern
region, including Shawnee National Forest.
http://www.southernmostillinois.com
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