Makings of Scotsman Hotel

Discover how legendary decorator Lori Morris helped turn a historic Niagara-on-the-lLake colonial into a posh $500+ a night accommodations.

Best New Italian — Riva Italian

Taste the flavors of Italy with a trip to this new Port Stanley, Ontario, eatery serving up authentic Neapolitan pizza and fresh, coastal-inspired Italian dishes.

Best New On-the-Water Living — Estates at Waterwood

Get a closer look at a legendary Lake Erie waterfront estate in Vermilion, Ohio, that's shedding its mysterious past and transforming into a luxurious new lifestyle community.

Best New Look — Vermilion

From a reimagined beachfront to new eateries and lodging this Ohio waterfront is undergoing a renaissance built on its strong maritime roots and community spirit.

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Best Creative & Culinary Experience — The Beach Glass Lounge

Dive into a creative culinary experience where art and fine dining come together in a unique waterfront setting in Marblehead, Ohio.

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Best Salsa — Sol Taquerias

Get a true taste of Mexico with a visit to this Sandusky, Ohio, eatery and its fresh, house-made salsas that bring authentic street flavor to the table.

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Best Dahlias — Colour Pop Flowers

A fifth-generation flower grower in LaSalle, Ontario, invites visitors to pick their own blooms from a vibrant acre of more than 30,000 dahlias.

Best Canal — Erie Canal Versus Welland Canal

Get a closer look at the crucial waterways that shaped North American history and commerce and growth of our beloved waterfront cities.

Erie Flood of 1915

Discover how a massive tube saved Erie, Pennsylvania.

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