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

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

How to Create a Timeless, Year-Round Vacation Home

S&H Blinds & Floors offers tips to turning a summer lake house into a cozy space to welcome family and friends during any season.

Millie Magoo's Opens in Lakeside, Ohio, as Ottawa County's Only Bookstore

Owner Traci Richards didn't plan on her story unfolding the way it did, but has found happiness and hope in the community around her.

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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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Best Pickle Shot — Reel Bar

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

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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.

Best Waterfalls — Canadian or New York

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

Gordon Lightfoot's Daughter To Honor the Edmund Fitzgerald by Singing His Famous Ballad

Meredith Moon says her dad would be happy to be a part of the 50-year memorial of the ship's sinking.

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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 Fall Fireside — Rocky Point Winery

Embrace the cozy comforts of fall with a perfect afternoon of live music and wine, gathered around a crackling fire at a charming Marblehead, Ohio, winery.

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