| Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH
– October 2014 / Newsmaker Alert / The
Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake is helping guests uncover Ashtabula County’s
hidden treasures with the launch of new guided tour packages. The overnight
packages for two provide guests with a relaxing midweek getaway experience,
with a shuttle guided tour that explores the historical highlights and
wonder of the Ashtabula Harbor, Ashtabula County’s famous covered bridges,
Ohio vineyards and more.
The Lodge’s new guided tour
packages give guests a firsthand look at the history and beauty of Ashtabula
County without having to worry about traffic, following a GPS or even reading
a map. Weekday guided tour packages include:
Tuesdays - Ashtabula Harbor
Guided Tour
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October 7, 21 and 28 (tours
start at 1:00 p.m.)
The Ashtabula Harbor tour includes
a visit to Bridge Street, the site of the Ashtabula Railroad Disaster and
nearby Smolen Gulf Covered Bridge, the longest covered bridge in the country.
While on Bridge Street, there will be time to shop and enjoy an ice cream
cone or cup of coffee from Harbor Perk before departing for the Bridge
Disaster site.
Wednesdays – Covered Bridge
Guided Tour
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October 8, 22 and 29 (tours
start at 1:00 p.m.)
Three covered bridge tours
will be offered including:
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October 8 - The Town Lattice
tour which explores the quaint diagonal design used extensively on
short span bridges with a stop at the Olin Covered Bridge Museum
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October 22 - Covered Bridges
Photo tour which shares tips for photographing covered bridges and
the autumn landscape
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October 29 - Bridges Over
the Grand which visits covered bridges that span the Grand River
Thursdays – Vineyard Guided
Tour
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October 9, 23 and 30 (tours
start at 1:00 p.m.)
Three vineyard guided tours
will explore the region’s thriving wine industry:
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October 9 - Markko Vineyard
tour which explores vintner Arnie Esterer’s beautiful vineyards and
spotlights the challenges of growing vinifera grapes in Northeast Ohio’s
harsh climate
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October 23 - More than Wine
explores commercial fruit growers and includes a visit to Brant’s Apple
Orchard and the Agricultural Research Station (there is a $5 per person
admission surcharge for this tour)
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October 30 - Wine, Beer and
Bourbon tour will visit the Red Eagle Distillery, Ashtabula County’s
first distillery, and the South River Vineyard. Samples will be available
(additional fee). Then travel to Cellar Rats in Madison Township, where
craft beer is brewed by the son of winery pioneer Anthony Debevc.
The Lodge’s Guided Tour Packages
include an overnight stay for two, with lunch and breakfast, and a three-hour
guided tour. Packages start from $169 plus tax, per couple. Guests much
check in prior to the tour. In addition to the overnight packages, local
residents can also enjoy the guided tours. Tickets for the 1:00 p.m. tours
are $18 per person. Reservations for the guided tour package and individual
guided tours are suggested by calling the front desk at 440-466-7100, ext.
0.
About The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake
Located at 4888 North Broadway
(State Highway 534) in Geneva-on-the-Lake, The
Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake features 109 finely appointed guest rooms
(the majority with lake views); Horizons Restaurant, an upscale
restaurant with a striking octagonal dining room and al fresco dining –
all with a breathtaking view of Lake Erie; a lounge with a rectangular
bar; and amenities that include a fitness center, indoor and outdoor pool
and gift shop. The Lodge entrance is located one mile north of Geneva State
Park, on the left. For room reservations, call 866-442-9765 or visit www.TheLodgeAtGeneva.com.
For Horizons reservations, call 440-466-7100, then press 2.
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About
Delaware North Companies Parks & Resorts
Delaware
North Companies Parks & Resorts is an industry leader, providing
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About
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Delaware
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Contacts:
Eric
Frantz
General Manager
440-415-1504
or
Michelle
Wood
Yopko Penhallurick LLC
440-834-8615
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