Travel

It's been a few years since we've had snow like we've experienced recently. As drivers hit the road this winter, it's important to make sure we're prepared in the event we get stranded. An emergency medicine physician offers some safety tips. ...

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo is transforming into a winter wonderland this holiday season with Wild Winter Lights presented by NOPEC. Experience this year’s all-new lighting display, with more than one million individual lights and unique twists on holiday traditions. You may even see bears, tigers and reindeer! ...

The season’s show-stopping colors remind us of everything that’s great about living in Ohio. That’s the good news. The bad news is that if you didn’t make reservations months ago for an autumn trip, it’s too late now. But you have other options that don’t require overnight accommodations. Procrastinators, we’ve got your back. Remember going for a drive when we were kids? It’s still fun, especially when the fall scenery glides by the car window. The Ohio Department of Development has put together a handy list of car-friendly itineraries that are perfect for leaf-peeping. ...

Have you noticed? Kayaking is the over-50-friendly way to get a bit of exercise and explore Northeast Ohio's gentle rivers and scenic lakes. Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a perfect way to get your feet wet, so to speak, with kayaking. You can paddle the Cuyahoga River and ride a train back to your car, much like their bike & train excursions. ...

It’s amazing how many waterfalls are located right here in Northeast Ohio. I was surprised to learn that there are about 100 waterfalls in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP). Most are located in the northern section of the park, but many do not have an established trail to follow. Other waterfalls can be seen throughout the Cleveland Metroparks Emerald Necklace. ...

Ohio was one of the first states in the nation to dedicate an entire month to the celebration of native plants. This month, ODNR will highlight the importance and diversity of native plants on the agency’s website and social media channels. Watch for native wildflower features every day and special posts for Arbor Day and Earth Day. ...

Like many major U.S. cities, Cleveland certainly had its share of illegal liquor and “mob” activity during Prohibition and it also saw changes in women’s fashion and challenges to what was considered proper behavior. But it was much more than that. The 1920s certainly "roared" with energy, well beyond the clichés of that era. ...