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.

Take a Walk in the Garden – Top 5 Shores & Islands Flower Gardens

Published March 2022 Spring has sprung in Shores & Islands Ohio and we couldn’t be more excited to get out and explore part of what makes this area special – the great outdoors! The ice has melted from Lake Erie and Sandusky Bay (even the island ferries are running!), temperatures are inching…

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Passionate About Pizza – Ten Unique Pies in Shores & Islands Ohio

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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Shores & Islands Date Nights

Published February 2022 There are so many ways to enjoy a romantic day or night out in the Shores & Islands region! If you’re looking for ideas for a special date night, perhaps for a special romantic holiday that’s coming up…check out these five date ideas you can enjoy with your Valentine or any…

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Top 10 Shores & Islands Holiday Party Venues

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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Fall Event Highlights in Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands

While many consider the Labor Day holiday weekend to be the unofficial end of the summer season, we choose to look forward as the unofficial start of an amazing autumn! We know fall doesn’t technically start for a couple of weeks, but September and October bring some treasured annual festivals…

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5 Ways to Save Money on Your Lake Erie Shores & Islands Getaway

Updated September 2021 Vacation time is precious; everyone is strapped for time. So, when we finally find a few free days in our schedule, we don’t want to spend an entire paycheck (even if we know the memories and experiences will enrich us in other ways!) Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands is an…

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Ten Instagram-Worthy Spots in Shores & Islands Ohio

Updated September 2021 Every great getaway includes some major Insta-worthy moments. When a picture is good enough to be posted on Instagram, or for that matter any social media platform, it evokes an emotion. The emotion could be envy, inspiration, or even just “wow!” Shores & Islands Ohio is full…

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Seven Ways to Prevent Cabin Fever in the Shores & Islands

Published January 2018 Winter at Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands is no time to hibernate. The chilly season is upon us, but that is no reason to hide indoors until spring. Take the time this winter to get out and enjoy all the region has to offer. Here are a few ways to prevent cabin fever from…

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What We're Thankful For...Top Eight Edition

In this season of thankfulness, we at Lake Erie Shores & Islands wish to share the top eight things for which we are thankful this year. 1. Skylines – Big cities may brag on their skyline views, but our skylines are pretty amazing. Heck, we've got the third-tallest national monument and the “Roller…

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