Best Multigenerational Vacation Spot — Maumee Bay State Park

Discover a perfect family getaway on the shores of Lake Erie in Oregon, Ohio, where a variety of lodging options and endless activities ensure a memorable vacation for every generation.

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.

Best Island Afternoon — Pelee Island

A day trip to Canada's southernmost inhabited island reveals a perfect mix of historic ruins, scenic lakeside rides and sunset dining.

Best Seasonal Show — The Orchard on Catawba or Gideon Owen Wine Co.

These sprawling venues offer year-round fun on Catawba Island in Ohio.

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Best Beach for Wine Lovers — Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery

Indulge in a perfect day of sun and sips at the only Ontario winery with its own private beach, where you can enjoy local wines right on the shores of Lake Erie.

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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.

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Nautical Trading Co. Brings Old Treasures to Lake Erie Shore

Discover this Port Clinton, Ohio, shop that finds, restores and sells salvaged ship parts.

Best Pickle Shot — Reel Bar

Quench your thirst for something new and quirky with a legendary island favorite served on Put-in-Bay.

Erie Flood of 1915

Discover how a massive tube saved Erie, Pennsylvania.

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50 Years After the Edmund Fitzgerald Sank

On Nov. 10, 1975, the largest ore carrier on the Great Lakes sank to the bottom of Lake Superior — a loss that's being honored with a series of events.

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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.

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