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Lake Erie Shores & Islands Welcome Center
4424 Milan Rd., Ste. ASandusky, OH 44870
phone: (800) 255-3743
www.shoresandislands.com
Description
Whether big or small, for business or pleasure, meetings in Lake Erie Shores & Islands exceed expectations. Centrally located on the northern coast of Ohio with a variety of meeting facilities and entertainment opportunities, the area is ranked as one of America’s most popular destinations.Cleveland>>Convention, Conference, Meeting >>Hotels
What's New
Coming Christmas 2007, Kalahari will expand its 80,000 sq. ft. indoor waterpark an additional 93,000 sq. ft. and become America’s largest indoor waterpark! This amazing facility will showcase a large African themed restaurant and bar offering a variety of food choices and featuring flair bartenders. The expansion will feature a new Texlon transparent roofing system that allows natural sunlight to enter. Bask in the sun in the new 13,000 sq. ft. indoor wave pool or sunbathe on the 13,000 sq. ft. mezzanine deck 13’ above the main floor! Other additions include the Behemoth Bowl which rotates two to four people through its 60’ diameter bowl, the Octopus Racers where you can race down a 55’ incline, a body slide Pro Bowl ride, a second FlowRider® located near two new indoor/outdoor spas with swim up bar, a 3,700 sq. ft. basketball pool, a 2,500 sq. ft. children’s play area and much more!Don't miss
A night out at the State Theatre (877-378-2150) is the perfect escape from the pressure of work. As a historical landmark, this fully-restored venue entertains with Broadway musicals, pop and country music stars, weekend film screenings and more.Local flavor
Kelley’s Island Wine Company is a restaurant winery offering something for everyone: horseshoe pits, volleyball, kids play area, picnic tables, pavilion, and fabulous lunches and dinners. On/off site catering available for weddings, reunions, anniversaries, and other events.Baci Nite Club and Fine Dining features European-Continental cuisine in a refined and upscale atmosphere. Specialties include filet mignon, prime rib, lobster tail, lobster stuffed ravioli, wines, ports, spirits, and more!
Shopping
Tiffin Flea Market at the Seneca County Fairgrounds is the largest flea market in NW Ohio, with eight shows running May-October. Managed by the Seneca Co. Jr. Fair Foundation, a non-profit organization.The Sawmill Creek Shops are housed in a restored barn and offer a wide variety of upscale men’s and women’s clothing and accessories. The lofts are filled with interesting selections of practical and unique gifts.
Recreation
Cedar Point Amusement Park(419-627-2350) has over 70 rides including 17 roller coasters. Don't miss this year's brand new Maverick! The wild-west-themed Maverick will be a terrain-hugging coaster featuring a 95-degree angle drop first hill, eight “airtime-filled hills,” many twists and hairpin turns, and a surprise 70 mph second launch through a dark tunnel. If all our thrill-packed rides don't keep you busy, an 18-acre water park, activity complex, campground, marina, and a sandy beach certainly will. Named “Best Amusement Park in the World” for nine consecutive years, this Sandusky park/resort continues to impress.Castalia Quarry Reserve, an abandoned limestone quarry surrounded by forests and fields, is great for hiking and mountain biking (permit required) with scenic views year-round.
Seneca Caverns - Registered Natural Landmark™- Experience a cave like no other! Hike natural stone steps and pathways through "The Earth Crack." Be amazed by "Ole Mist'ry River" and shop Hollowrock Gifts for minerals, nature books, apparel and other fine gifts. Pan for gemstones at Seneca Mining Company.
