Best Chautauqua Lake Any-Season Stay — Chautauqua Harbor Hotel

Find your perfect escape at a beautiful lakeside hotel in Western New York, offering a unique and unforgettable experience year-round.

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 Cat Cafe — Purrista Cat Cafe

Discover a one-of-a-kind destination in Erie, Pennsylvania, where you can sip on a warm latte and mingle with adorable adoptable cats at this charming and cozy cat cafe.

Best Chocolate Concoctions — BonBonBon

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a taste of Detroit as you discover an array of unique, artfully crafted treats.

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Best Waterfalls — Canadian or New York

Which side will you fall for — the American or Canadian?

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Erie Flood of 1915

Discover how a massive tube saved Erie, Pennsylvania.

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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.

Best Traveler — Put-in-Bay Paul

One Lake Erie islander's lifelong dream of space travel becomes a reality as he rockets to the stars and back, bringing a piece of the island with him.

Best Fall Hiking — Kelleys Island

Embrace the vibrant colors of autumn on Kelleys Island, a hidden gem for fall hiking that offers a variety of scenic trails, unique habitats, and stunning Lake Erie views.

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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.

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Best Cold Treat — Biggies Custard

Cool down with a scoop of nostalgia at this classic walk-up custard stand in Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio, where classic flavors and creative concoctions meet to create the perfect summer sensation.

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