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Archive for April, 2010

Quaker Square Inn

Saturday, April 17th, 2010

The Quaker Square Inn is a unique hotel that was built from existing grain silos. The inn is built around the silos so that the existing structure is still visible and a part of the architecture.

It is listed in the National Registry of Historic Places because of its use of the granary and its historical value. The granary used to be part of the Quaker Oats Company before it was sold and turned into the Quaker Square Inn. A mall was also built around the old silos.

Each room in the hotel is circular and also includes cable TV, Internet access, a hair dryer, coffee maker, and a radio. They also serve breakfast, have free newspapers, have a gift shop and a place to work out. Also, nearby are the Ohio Amish Country, the Akron Zoo, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Cedar Point, which is an amusement park, and many other interesting locations.

The Quaker Square Inn also offers discounts and special packages related to these top tourist sites. Quaker Square is a unique place and Quaker Square Inn is a unique place to stay while exploring the area.

Downtown Cleveland

Saturday, April 17th, 2010

The downtown Cleveland area is one that is filled with surprises and excitement. This city has undergone many renovations and upgrades in order to enhance its appeal to the public.

Many of the local neighborhoods have stories to tell and historic features that are worth discovering. Now there are tours available that will enable local residents and city visitors to explore the rich background belonging to this Ohio town.

Celebrate The Year of the Tiger with a trip to downtown Cleveland and explore “AsiaTown.” This is where you can treat yourself to some of the best Asian inspired cuisine available. If you want to experience the culture and life of the Orient this is a wonderful place to start.

The Hidden Cleveland trolley tours are now being held on Sunday afternoons and the cost of a ticket is only $25. You can board one of the Lolly the Trolley cars and settle back for an enjoyable and informative 3 hour guided tour that takes you through a diverse group of community neighborhoods. Find out some of the little known facts about many of the downtown Cleveland sections and test your own city knowledge against that of the community guides. At the end of the tour all guests you can enjoy drinks and appetizers at one of the local restaurants.

You will certainly want to discover the early history of downtown Cleveland and this can be done with a trip to the Warehouse District. This is the site of Cleveland’s very first neighborhood and it is also the home of the downtown Cleveland area’s oldest and most respected commercial establishments. Today this thriving “metropolitan mecca” is a blend of both old and modern business buildings; restaurants; theatres and residential homes.

There are many other neighborhoods and communities in downtown Cleveland for you to visit and explore. You can travel the world, discover other cultures and experience a global tour all without leaving the amazing city of Cleveland, Ohio.

Banyan Tree, Tremont OH

Friday, April 16th, 2010

Banyan Tree located in Tremont, Ohio is an amazing gift shop with something for everyone. If you are traveling, it is a great place to stop. Tremont is considered a smaller town inside of Cleveland, Ohio with amazing views.

The Banyan Tree offers a great assortment of items, including bags, jewelery, baby blankets, and more. They have many new clothing items including headbands in spring and summer colors. They have items in any price range.

Don’t forget to check out the Banyan Tree accessories that will be a great addition to your home. You will be amazed at the selection that you will find at Banyan Tree in Tremont, Ohio.

Tremont OH

Friday, April 16th, 2010

Tremont OH is an amazing smaller town inside of Cleveland, Ohio.

It has many places to get a great view of the entire city of Cleveland.

There is a small stretch of several smaller and personal shops. You will be amazed as you wander from one shop to the next finding unique items. The area has an art hop the 2nd Friday of every month with a featured artist at different locations. You can go from store to store shopping and exploring various art work.

The Asterisk Gallery has different exhibits depending on when you visit this area. Every summer they have “The Taste of Tremont” street festival to attend. It shows you the best in art and entertainment in this area. This is free to visit so a great time to come to the Tremont area.

There are also several places to eat while you are on this area. They have small bistros and delis for that small town atmosphere. The Lava Lounge is a great place to hang out after dark for the 30′s crowd. They have drinks and munchies. If you are traveling in this area, I would make a stop at Tremont OH for sure.

Learn about the Tremont ArtWalk.

Ohio History

Friday, April 16th, 2010

Here are some interesting facts about Ohio history:

In the year 1851, Noble becomes the last established county in the state. In 1848, now one of Ohio’s oldest newspapers, The Cincinnati Enquirer, published the first every Sunday edition in the United States history.

January 1977 was the coldest winter in Ohio history with the average temperature of 11.9 degrees.

In 1913 one of the greatest natural disasters in Ohio history occurred when a flash flood killed 428 people and destroyed 20,000 homes.

In 1930 a fire broke out at the Ohio Penitentiary that killed 322 inmates.

The Big Bottom Massacre erupted between the Northwest Territory settlers and the local Indian tribes in 1791.

Ohio Astronaut Judith Resnik was born in 1949.

In 1792 Arthur St. Clair resigned from the U.S. Army after he was defeated in the Northwest Territory by a several tribes of American Indians.

Learn more about Ohio history.

 

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