Spring has gone to the birds! And also, to the fish, the dogs, the pirates, and the bikers! All these events combined will usher in another amazing summer in Shores & Islands Ohio. Get ready for a season full of excitement, as festival time is underway, seasonal attractions are opening their doors…
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Where will you be one year from now? Don’t be left in the dark when it comes to the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse! On April 8, 2024, Shores & Islands Ohio will be in the path of totality for a solar eclipse. The moon will completely block out the sun for approximately four minutes, which is one of the…
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Meet Emma Melter, who recently joined the Shores & Islands Ohio team as Group Experience Manager. Emma handles administrative and support services for all types of groups, including meetings/conventions, motorcoach, social, and sports. Let's get to know Emma! S&IO: Tell us a bit about yourself…
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So far, March is “in like a Lamb” in this coastal region of Ohio. Winter has been fairly mild and we are already seeing signs of spring all around. Looking for a reason to visit Shores & Islands Ohio before the summer excitement? These early spring months are a wonderful time to explore the shore…
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Updated October 2025 Congratulations! You’re getting married, but where to hold the ceremony and reception? Destination weddings are popular these days, but perhaps you don’t have the budget to fly off to Fiji or you don’t want the entire wedding party going broke on travel expenses. Destination…
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Meet Travis Nash, who recently joined the Shores & Islands Ohio team as CMS (Content Management System) Manager. Travis will help S&IO continually monitor and adjust our website as well as create content, update, and optimize tasks association with our online presence. Here, we get to know him a bit…
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UPDATED JANUARY 2025 With Valentine’s Day right around the corner and February the unofficial month of LOVE, you may be looking for a cozy weekend away and some activities to enjoy as a couple. Shores & Islands Ohio has plenty to offer, from spa treatments to fancy Valentine’s cocktails, and from…
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Part of the Shores & Islands Ohio Like a Local series - Meet Nikolai Blumensaadt, owner S&IO: Tell us about your business. Nikolai: My family and I have proudly owned and operated our business since 2014. My wife, Kenzie, and I moved back to the islands area to open the original Ørchard Bar & Table…
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Best known as the Midwest’s summertime playground, Shores & Islands Ohio is surprisingly an amazing winter and holiday getaway as well. Come celebrate the season along the shore this winter and make memories for years to come. From a reason to plan your visit this summer on the lake (boat show and…
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In Shores & Islands Ohio you can welcome the New Year with unbelievable STYLE. You’ll #LakeErieLove our holiday celebrations! Not only do we have one, but TWO quirky-and-silly midnight “drop” parties – think New York’s famous big apple, but with kitschy, small-town friendly vibes. There are also a…
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