Cleveland

What's impressive about Cleveland Ohio? Is it its closeness to Lake Erie with it famous fishing amenities, It's proximity to Canada, its own architecture and wonders in its own inner city? Whatever, if you are unfamiliar with this winter wonderland -- if often snows a lot -- you will not have a chance to get bored. They love to brag about their fabulous cuisine, their festivals where ethnicity is celebrated, Their Cleveland Clinic with its world renowned diagnostic fame, their air shows and much, much, more.

They own the exclusive rights to bragging about their neighborhoods, and it will your job as a tourist, if you are in a neighborhood sampling mode, to find out what is true, what is false. They claim to have ethnic backgrounds galore with "old world" foods and festivals. That certainly changes the flavor of any neighborhood discussions, doesn't it? They invite visitors to take a tour.

Let's first start with the downtown area. The warehouse district is the oldest part of the city. But these older warehouses have been converted into restaurants and residential areas. Another reason for them to brag is The Historic Gateway project that is being re-developed. The renewal project started in 1992 and they are anxious to show off their accomplishments.

Tired of sightseeing and want a superb dining experience and a little after dinner entertainment? No problem they assure you. The East Fourth Entertainment district is where you should go take in see a show, laugh at the Hilarities, or just sit sit and chat with friends.

If you are the artsy sort and want to take in a play, go check out Playhouse Square. They claim their theater district is the second largest in the country. In all there are five restored buildings where opera, ballet, and all kinds of musical concerts and festivals take place at any time during the year.