Published May 2022 As we head full-steam into peak travel and tourism season for Shores & Islands Ohio, which is generally May-September, we’re thrilled to share all that’s new and exciting within the region this year. While our current “what’s new” list numbers over 40 new businesses, attraction…
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Published February 2022 Did you know pizza was first invented in Naples, Italy in the 1700s as a fast, affordable meal for working-class people on the go? It gained popularity in the U.S. in the 1940s when immigrating Italians brought this classic dish. And thank goodness they did! Now, about 3…
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Published November 2021 Shores & Islands Ohio, well known as the Midwest’s summertime playground, is surprisingly an amazing winter and holiday getaway as well. Come celebrate the season along the shore this December with a number of exciting activities that will help make family memories for years…
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Looking for a fun and unique location for your holiday party this season? If you’re tired of the same boring corporate banquet or hoping to wow your extended family or friends with a fabulous celebration which DOES NOT include cleaning your house and hosting…you’ll love these Shores & Islands venues…
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Nothing says “fall” in the Midwest like a trip to an apple orchard! A quaint, family-friendly activity, picking a bushel of apples not only gets you the absolute freshest produce for your kitchen, but it’s also great exercise and a wonderful way to make memories. Apples are fall’s favorite fruit…
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Published April 2021 It’s spring! And while that means a number of things for the Lake Erie Shores & Islands region of Ohio - warmer weather, major bird migrations, the islands are beginning to come alive again…it especially means that it’s time to get fishing! There are record numbers of walleye…
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Published March 2021 Get ready for a wild time when you visit the Midwest’s largest drive-thru safari – African Safari Wildlife Park in Port Clinton, Ohio! When was the last time you hand-fed a bison from your car? Or, had a giraffe stick its head through your sunroof? Have you been on a camel…
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Published March 2021 During Lent (the period between Ash Wednesday and Easter on the Christian calendar) folks in northern Ohio look forward a concurrent season…Friday night fish fry season! The fish fry became popular in the 1920s and ‘30s among German-descended Americans. When pubs were not…
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Published January 2021 Are you looking for things to do and ways you can support local businesses this winter, but not sure what is available? Check out the WHAT’S OPEN button on our home page and also available at the top of every page under TRAVEL UPDATE. Here, you will find an updated list of…
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Published December 2020 This time of year the leaves begin to fall, and so do the temperatures, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find something fun to do with the family! Did you know that there is a hidden gem located in the Shores & Islands region where you can grab a bite to eat, watch airplanes…
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