Fall/Winter 2021

Fall/Winter 2021 Cover

Peller Estates Winery’s 10Below Icewine Lounge in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Chill out and sample ice wine in a unique tasting room at Peller Estates Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.

Arcade & Attica Railroad in Arcade, New York (photo courtesy of destination)

Train enthusiasts of all ages visit this station in Arcade, New York, to take a ride on the historic rail line it serves. 

Archive of the Afterlife: The National Museum of the Paranormal in Cameron, West Virginia (photo courtesy of destination)

The collection of oddities at this home museum in Cameron, West Virginia, includes a number of haunted objects from paranormal investigations. 

Bent Ladder Cider and Wine in Doylestown, Ohio (photo courtesy of destination)

This Doylestown, Ohio, cidery grows a variety of heirloom apples at its neighboring orchard and crafts a tasty variety of hard ciders.  

Boston Mill Visitor Center at Cuyahoga Valley National Park (photo by Rachael Jirousek)

Start your visit to Ohio’s only national park with a stop at this visitor center in Peninsula, Ohio that will help you prepare for adventure and learn about the history of the area. 

Bottleworks Hotel in Indianapolis, Indiana (photo courtesy of Bottleworks District)

The former home of the world’s largest Coca-Cola bottling plant is now a downtown Indianapolis nightlife destination. 

Casa Loma in Toronto, Ontario (photo courtesy of destination)

This Gothic mansion turned museum and cultural landmark in Toronto offers tours, dining and seasonal events. 

Clingmans Dome in Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee (photo by Steve Markos)

Just short drive from Gatlinburg, this section of Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the Tennessee-North Carolina border and offer incredible views. 

Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (photo by Michelle Peters)

This Peninsula, Ohio, excursion train travels through the heart of the 33,000-acre Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena, Illinois (photo courtesy of destination)

Located 150 miles west of Chicago and 6 miles south of the historic town of Galena, Illinois, this destination makes for a great winter escape. 

Henry Ford Museum Of American Innovation in Dearborn, Michigan (photo courtesy of destination)

Opened in 1929, this museum in Dearborn, Michigan, offers 523,000 square feet of artifacts and exhibits that tell a story of American ingenuity. 

Skiing at Holiday Valley in Ellicottville, New York (photo courtesy of destination)

Home to 60 slopes this Ellicottville, New York, resort has long been known as an eastern United States skiing destination. 

Louisville Mega Cavern in Louisville, Kentucky (photo courtesy of destination)

This 100-acre underground attraction in Louisville, Kentucky, is home to the world’s only fully underground zip line and aerial ropes courses. 

Mothman Museum in Point Pleasant, West Virginia (photo courtesy of destination)

Explore the legend of the Mothman at this fun storefront museum in the heart of downtown Point Pleasant, West Virginia.

Mount Bohemia in Mohawk, Michigan (photo courtesy of destination)

With 585 acres and a vertical drop of 900 feet, Mount Bohemia in Mohawk, Michigan, has the longest runs with the highest verticals in the Midwest.

Mt.  Tabor Trails in Baroda And Buchanan, Michigan (photo courtesy of Moersch hospitality group)

Grab a glass of wine and take a spirited hike that’s bound to bring a smile to your face on these trails in Baroda and Buchanan, Michigan.

Museum Of the Soldier in Portland, Indiana (photo courtesy of destination)

Covering conflicts from the Civil War to the war on terrorism, this museum in the small town of Portland, Indiana, showcases stories of service and sacrifice.

Nature’s Kennel Sled Dog Racing and Adventures in McMillan, Michigan (photo courtesy of destination)

Head out on either 10-mile and 20-mile dogsledding journeys in this Upper Peninsula excursion experience in McMillan, Michigan.

New River Gorge Bridge Walk in Lansing, West Virginia (photo courtesy of destination)

Get an adrenaline rush by taking a walk on a 1,000-foot-long catwalk that runs 876 feet above the New River in Lansing, West Virginia

Ohio River Cabins in Derby And Cannelton, Indiana (photo courtesy of Perry County Visitors Bureau)

These cabins located along the Ohio River in Derby and Cannelton, Indiana, offer relaxing places to stay and play. 

Pizza City, USA Tours in Chicago, Illinois (Labriola Chicago pizza photo courtesy of Pizza City, USA Tours)

James Beard Award-winning journalist Steve Dolinsky’s food tours show Chicago has much more to offer than deep-dish pies. 

Presque Isle State Park in Erie, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of VisitErie)

This gem of the Erie, Pennsylvania, shoreline offers stunning fall colors, while winter brings opportunities for outdoor recreation. 

Pumpkinferno in Morrisburg, Ontario (photo by Jeff Speed)

This sprawling outdoor art exhibition in Morrisburg, Ontario, features awe-inspiring displays carved from more than 7,000 pumpkins. 

Ryman Auditorium in Nashville, Tennessee (photo courtesy of destination)

Once the home of the Grand Ole Opry, this downtown Nashville landmark still hosts live performances and offers tours. 

Seven Springs Resort in Champion, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of destination)

This resort in Champion, Pennsylvania, is home to the largest snow-tubing park in the Laurel Highlands region, with 11 snow-tubing lanes.

Sinnemahoning State Park in Austin, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of destination)

Take in fiery autumn hues along the George B. Stevenson Reservoir or book a cozy cabin for a winter weekend in Austin, Pennsylvania.

Smithtown Seafood At West Sixth Brewing in Lexington, Kentucky (photo courtesy of destination)

James Beard Award-nominated executive chef Ouita Michel’s Lexington, Kentucky, seafood spot is all about sourcing local ingredients.

Inns Of Aurora’s Rowland House in Aurora, New York (photo courtesy of destination)

Enjoy your own personal lakefront estate by booking a stay at one of three sprawling residential rentals in Aurora, New York

The Soho Hotel & Residences in Toronto, Ontario (photo courtesy of destination)

In addition to its proximity to Toronto’s mix of theaters, restaurants and shops, this luxury hotel is also a short walk away from the Lake Ontario shoreline. 

Wayne County Historical Museum & Joseph Moore Museum in Richmond, Indiana (photo courtesy of destination)

These two museums in Richmond, Indiana, both have a mummy among their permanent collections. 

Witches’ Tree in Louisville, Kentucky (photo courtesy of Louisville Historic Tours)

This creepy tree surrounded by rich lore is a stop on Louisville Historic Tours’ lineup of ghostly spots throughout the city.