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Travel stories of Columbus

Author: Joe Vargo

Do you have just a little bit of extra time during your Columbus trip? Interested in getting to know the city? We’ve got some suggestions to explore the city if you have one, two, or four hours available! One Hour If you have one hour in downtown… Continue Reading >>

Between 1000 B.C. and 1700, Central Ohio was the nexus of many groups of Native American cultures that today we call the Moundbuilders. The history of the Adena, Hopewell and Fort Ancient people is often overlooked, but there are still many sites… Continue Reading >>

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Dublin Irish Festival | Aug. 3-5, 2018, Dublin Dublin plays host to the world’s second largest Irish celebration. With an event that has more than 65 acts and 535 performers, you’re bound to have a great time. Festival Latino | August 11-12, Downtown… Continue Reading >>

Columbus is a great city for lesbian and gay travelers - if you need proof, make sure you visit during Pride - June 15-17! The whole city is full of things to see and do, but if you need to narrow it down, we picked five events during the Columbus… Continue Reading >>

Columbus' exciting summer festival season is upon us, and whenever you visit, there's sure to be a great event happening! Here are some we think you should plan your next trip around! Columbus Asian Festival | May 26-27, 2018, Franklin Park… Continue Reading >>

All eyes are on Columbus as the city welcomes student-athletes, fans, coaches, media and guests to the NCAA Division I Women’s Final Four . The semifinal games and national championship game will take place in Nationwide Arena on March 30 and April 1.… Continue Reading >>

In the Beginning Since its founding in 1812, Columbus has always been a haven for immigrants. One of the earliest groups to come to the city in large numbers were Germans, and they settled in the area south of Downtown, which soon became know as "die… Continue Reading >>

It’s the time of year when 80,000 athletes from 80 countries come together to compete in 75 different sporting events. No, it’s not the Olympics – it’s the Arnold Sports Festival, an event that takes over Columbus from March 1-4! Here are four… Continue Reading >>

Whatever the weather spring brings, this flexible getaway is packed with excitement for everyone. There’s always something new to learn at COSI , and right now, that means a huge new American Museum of Natural History dinosaur exhibit that will awe… Continue Reading >>

NOTE: Winter Park is now closed for the season due to warm weather. 1 . Skate at Winter Park at McFerson Commons - This outdoor ice rink brings winter fun to the Arena District Feb. 2-25. Rent some skates, take some laps around and even catch some… Continue Reading >>

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Travel stories of Columbus

Author: Joe Vargo

What To Do With One, Two and Four Hours in Downtown Columbus

6 Places in Central Ohio to Experience Native American History

Late Summer Festivals You Must Catch in Columbus

Five Tips for Columbus Pride 2018

9 Summer Festivals to Check out in Columbus

How to Hoop It Up in Columbus During the Women's Final Four

How German Village Got Its Name

4 Things You've Got to Do at the Arnold Sports Festival This Year

Spring Break in Columbus Is a No-Brainer

5 Things You Should Do in Columbus in February

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