Nothing says “Girls Getaway” quite like shopping sprees, serene spas, wandering through wineries and breathtaking backdrops at every turn. Whether you’re coming for a Bachelorette bash or simply a leisurely ladies weekend, there’s plenty of places to fill
up your days and nights—and your glasses too.
ITINERARY 1
REST AND RELAXATION
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Start your day with breakfast at Orchard Farm Stand and wake up with coffee and fresh bakery items. After breakfast, explore the on-site shop and find seasonal produce, jams, jellies, maple syrup, honey, and more.
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Reset your souls with a morning of yoga and find your peace at Root to Rise/Soul Stretch or treat yourself at Spa Catawba with a massage, facial, or a body treatment.
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For some fresh air, take-in 17 acres of natural beauty at Schedel Arboretum & Gardens where you will find tranquil gardens to explore.
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For a quick pick-me-up, enjoy “coffee for a cause” at Christy’s Corner Café. Grab a coffee, tea, smoothie, baked good, or sandwich and know a portion of your purchase will go towards providing meaningful opportunities for individuals with special needs.
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If shopping is more your style, explore waterfront boutiques, grab lunch, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through Lakeside Chautauqua with a complementary 2-hour shopping/dining pass.
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Dip your toes and search for beach glass at East Harbor State Park, or hop on a kayak or paddleboard at Port Clinton City Beach.
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Stop by historic Gideon Owen Winery for a wine tour and tasting of wine bottled on site or select from over 40 wines from across the world.
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Enjoy a chef-created entrée at Gideon Owen’s on-site restaurant or venture on to indulge in Italian delicacies at Ciao Bella Ristorante Italiano, or enjoy an upscale dining experience at Beach Glass Lounge.
ITINERARY 2
PLAN TO PARTY
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Rise and shine with a Baileys or whisky-spiked specialty coffee and delicious waffle creations at Wake up and Waffle. What an egg-cellent way to start the day.
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Hop on the Jet Express or the Goodtime Lake Erie Island Cruises from Sandusky and cruise on over to Kelleys Island.
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Rent a golf cart and explore a plethora of natural areas, including the world’s largest accessible example of glacial scoring at Glacial Grooves State Memorial or discover original art at Charles Herndon Galleries and Sculpture Garden.
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Zoom on to your choice of three island wineries: Kelley’s Island Wine Co., Monarch Winery, or Crooked Tree Winery.
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Hop back on the boat and ferry on over to South Bass Island. Raise your glass and grab a bite at The Goat, Soup & Whiskey or Rita’s Cantina at The Boardwalk.
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Explore the shops in downtown Put-in-Bay, then enjoy a cocktail while soaking in the beautiful Lake Erie views.
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Catch some rays at South Bass Island State Park which offers a beach, trails, fishing, and camping.
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Ride the ferry back to Sandusky and allow South Shore Pedicab to transport you to quench your thirst by grabbing a brew or two and a smash burger at Saucy Brew Works. Or share creative and delicious small plates and sushi at Crush Wine Bar.
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End your evening with fun at Clubhouse 3 Sport Social or Noble Axes & Crafts in the Marketplace Downtown.
ITINERARY 3
UP FOR ADVENTURE
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Start your day with a cooked-to-order breakfast at Granny Joe’s Ice Creamatorium, an 1800s building originally built as a funeral parlor. Or Gathering Grounds Coffee House for a handcrafted beverage and a freshly baked treat.
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Take a group kayak or canoe float at West River Paddle Sports for an unforgettable adventure along the Lake Erie shoreline and Vermilion River. If you prefer to sit back, enjoy an excursion aboard the Vermilion River Scenic Cruises on the Mystic Belle or book a customized adventure with River Monster Tours.
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Power up and grab a wholesome and fulfilling lunch at Bowl Thyme. Or indulge in a tasty ice cream treat and wide variety of fresh, made-to-order, hot food items at Pied Piper.
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Spend the afternoon ziplining above and through the treetops at Common Ground Canopy Tours. Enjoy incredible views and seven zips, 13 platforms, three aerial bridges, two spiral staircases, a unique "floating" staircase, and final rappel at the end.
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Shop till you drop at several boutiques and specialty gift stores in downtown Vermilion and Huron, including Brummer’s Chocolates and SOS Wines.
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Play a game of pool or darts while enjoying your favorite drinks and handmade burgers, wings, and other American pub fare at Rudy’s Bar and Grill. Or listen to live entertainment while noshing on perch tacos and wings Harbor House Bar & Grill.