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.

Influencers Share the Lake Erie Love

Published May 2020 While travel is not possible right now, it’s important as the country slowly and safely begins to reopen, that you stay inspired. We all need something to look forward to! Recently we reached out to travel influencers to ask them about their favorite visit to Ohio’s Lake Erie…

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Lake Erie Shores & Islands Sports Challenge

Even though you are all socially distancing and many are under stay at home directives, it doesn’t mean that you can’t be active and still practicing your favorite sports. To help give you some new and creative ideas, we are inviting you to join us, virtually, in the Lake Erie Shores & Islands…

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Reschedule Your Lake Erie Shores & Islands Getaway

Published April 2020 Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands is looking forward to the day when we can welcome visitors to the region again. While staying at home is best for everyone right now, it is the perfect time to plan ahead for better days and future trips to the Midwest’s favorite local getaway…

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Kalahari Review: Third Stop on the Right

Published March 2019 This review is part of a series of guest posts reviewing the indoor water park resorts of Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands. Rachel Cunningham Ravis, blogger at Third Stop on the Right , recently visited Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, as well as a few other local attractions…

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How do I…bring a group to Ohio’s Lake Erie Shores & Islands?

Published August 2018 Lake Erie Shores & Islands is a wonderful destination for all types of group excursions, getaways, and professional meetings. The area can accommodate conventions and conferences, family and other reunions, destination weddings, and sporting events. Did you know Lake Erie…

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Pet-Friendly Shores & Islands

Updated August 2021 Does the idea of a road trip get your tail wagging? Don’t leave your four-legged friends home while you travel – Lake Erie Shores & Islands has some great suggestions for those traveling with pets. Home Away from Home Did you know there are pet-friendly accommodations all over…

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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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Halloween Happenings that are Distinctively Shores & Islands

Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands, like many other communities in the Midwest, loves Halloween and all things autumn. Practically the entire month of October is dedicated to fall festivals, harvest happenings, and spooky thrills. If you're looking for a decidedly different way to celebrate…

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Family Eats: Eight Local, Kid-Friendly Restaurants

When you're visiting Ohio's Lake Erie Shores & Islands, one of the best things about your getaway is the opportunity to dine out – to let someone else do the prep-work, cooking, and clean-up involved in feeding your family. But how do you know where to go? The adults want to enjoy local fare and…

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