Joliet, Illinois is a relatively small city just southwest of Chicago. It was settled in 1834 and incorporated in 1852. The city's proximity to the larger metropolitan area of Chicago has helped to stir its economic growth in the last few years. It has also made a mark in the growing population - Joliet is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States.
There is a lot to keep you busy during a visit to Joliet. Chicagoland Speedway hosts several NASCAR events and Indy event during the year. The Bicentennial Park is the perfect setting for enjoying an outdoor concert. Enjoy a show (or just a tour) at the Rialto Square Theater. It originally opened in May of 1926 and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The weather in Joliet can be a bit extreme. High temperatures in summer can climb up close to 90F. Winter lows regularly fall into the teens (F). Summer is also the wettest season with June and July both averaging around 4 inches of rain.
You can find cheap flights to Naperville, but you will have to come in through O'Hare International Airport (ORD). It is one of the closest commercial airlines that service the region. Cheap airline tickets from Los Angeles will start around $200 US. Cheap airline tickets in from New York will cost a little less with rates starting around $150 US.
There are a wide range of accommodations around Joliet. You can find cheap hotels in Joliet near many of the main attractions. Cheap hotel rooms can start as low as $55 US in the heart of Joliet.