Lake Erie Love Blog

One of the Midwest’s hottest vacation spots, the region between Toledo and Cleveland provides an eclectic mix of historically significant sites, family-fun amusements, gorgeous scenery, and outdoor recreation.

The Big Ditch: Ohio and Milan Canal History

Part of our Time Traveler Series On June 29, 1956, President Eisenhower signed a bill establishing the interstate highway system. But before modern-day interstate systems, natural features such as rivers, along with man-made waterways, acted as main transportation routes. Cities and towns were once…

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Shores & Islands Ohio March & April Event Highlights

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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Shores & Islands Ohio January & February Event Highlights

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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Shores & Islands Ohio November and December Event Highlights

As we enter the final months of 2022, we reflect on what an amazing year it was for travel and tourism for Shores & Islands Ohio – we hope you made tons of memories while visiting Ohio’s north coast whether for the first time or if you’re a “regular.” But the year isn’t over yet and there are still…

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Sandusky's Ties to the Underground Railroad

Published March 2022 A One Day Group Tour Itinerary Motorcoach and other group tours visiting Shores & Islands Ohio are often interested in historically-themed itineraries, suitable for groups of all ages, and including unique features of the region, with group-appropriate stops and tours. Did you…

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