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From Rachmaninoff to Rock n' Roll and Rock Crabs to Rock Gardens, Ohio offers a symphony of culinary, city and cultural vacation offerings. Ohio's world-class cities, unique arts and master chefs mean that sophisticated travelers need not venture any further than Ohio to show their good taste.

Ohio's dazzling cities are experiencing a cultural renaissance that beckons former visitors and new adventurers to discover an invigorating Ohio.

Ohio's arts and culture offerings only begin with the large cities. Several of Ohio's mid-sized and small towns have undergone renaissances of their own, transforming industrial downtown districts into arts quarters.

Akron has undergone a multi-million dollar refurbishment of its historic theater and arts facilities throughout its downtown area. Home to one of the nation's most unique hotels, the old Quaker Oats silos where rooms are actually within the silos, Akron also is home to one of the country's premier gardens. Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, the former home of Goodyear Tire and Rubber co-founder, F.A. Seiblerling, and his family. The estate features guided tours of a 65-room Tudor Revival mansion filled with treasures from around the globe and situated amidst 70 acres of artful garden landscape.

Toledo is one of the Ohio cities to have undergone a remarkable facelift. Downtown Toledo now features luxury hotels, renovated arts and theater spaces and an entire grouping of delightful restaurants at the "Docks" along the Maumee River. The Toledo Museum of Art collects only the finest works of art from each period and visitors will find world-famous paintings, sculpture, and decorative arts in nearly every gallery.

Dayton has come into its own through being the birthplace of aviation. Because of this notoriety, Dayton has emerged as an arts and cultural center. Dayton, a city literally at the crossroads of America, offers unique arts, culinary and educational opportunities around every corner. Just outside Dayton, Yellow Springs is an artist community that evokes an eclectic environment and offers visitors a singular arts and culinary adventure.

Throughout Ohio's 29 Appalachian counties the arts are flourishing. The art pottery produced in and around Zanesville including pottery, terra cotta dinnerware and unique household and garden items are shipped worldwide. Longaberger baskets, crafted by hand near the company's Ohio headquarters (the world's largest basket itself!) are distributed throughout the country. Cambridge and Marietta have also all undergone major renewals.

Ohio's Appalachian Arts Trail provides travelers with a unique opportunity to find crafts and arts interlaced with the spectacular beauty found throughout this region.

And, in the Northeast, Ohio's burgeoning wine industry offers delectable reds and white and the crowd-pleasing ice wine. Tour wineries with vintners to learn the methods used to make fine wines. And, enjoy special events along Ohio's wine trails allow wine connoisseurs - and those who just enjoy a wonderful wine and wine and food pairing - the chance to enjoy a special wine, special friends and a great special event.

Finding the perfect place to stay can make all the difference on a trip. In Ohio, the choices are almost endless. From full-service hotels in major corporate centers to family-friendly value-priced motels to bed and breakfast inns and resorts, Ohio is always accommodating!

Visitors to Ohio's vibrant cities will find a great variety of hotels located in the heart of the city, in suburbia and within an easy drive of business and recreational areas. For those seeking a quiet getaway, bed and breakfast inns dot the Ohio landscape and offer historic homes, a welcoming smile and a chance to meet other travelers. Cabins are growing in popularity across Ohio. Visitors can enjoy rustic cabins or full-service luxury cabins complete with hot tubs. That's the thing about Ohio - just determine your ultimate lodging experience and you can find it here.

A most unique lodging opportunity can be found at any of the 74 Ohio State Parks. These properties offer lodges, cabins, campgrounds and resorts that are unsurpassed in quality and services. Many offer golf courses, conference centers, onsite fine dining, myriad activities and a spectacular location.