5 worthwhile Ohio getaway destinations

🚣 Geneva-on-the-Lake

The village is an hour east of Cleveland in Ashtabula County and has everything from family-friendly activities like fishing and zip-lining to a day in Ohio Wine Country.

• You can stay in a quaint cottage or opt for the Lodge.

🍷 Gervasi Vineyard

The winery resort and spa in Canton gives you the option of pampering yourself with fine dining and massages or heading out on the Middle Branch Trail with beautiful views of Stark County.

🏝️ Put-in-Bay

The resort village is located west of Cleveland in Ottawa County. Accessible by ferry, it has several water activities, wineries and parks.

• The highlight of the summer is the annual Bash on the Bay country festival in August headlined by Luke Bryan and Sam Hunt.

🐴 Amish Country

The peaceful region in Holmes County is about a 90-minute drive south of Cleveland.

• The area has more than a half-dozen wineries and breweries, along with several museums, farms and restaurants that offer a glimpse into Amish life.

🌊 Kalahari Resorts

The waterpark in Sandusky features more than 250,000 square feet of fun for everyone, whether you love epic waterslides or simply need a spa day.

• The outdoor park opens Memorial Day while the indoor portion is open year-round.