Great Lakes of North America

The Great Lakes is the largest expanse of freshwater in the world with a unique and diverse landscape. This region which is the size of continental Europe includes the U.S. states of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

Great Cities
Easily accessible through the international gateway cities of Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Detroit, Minneapolis/Saint Paul/Bloomington, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, these cosmopolitan cities with their varied history and cultural backdrops are a great starting point for travel to the region.

Great Fun & Festivals
No matter what your interests are you can do it in the Great Lakes: outdoor sports of all kinds, including canoeing, golfing, mountain biking, hiking, dog sledding, fishing, swimming, sailing, skiing and snowmobiling. For those who like less physical pursuits you can shop, attend blues and jazz festivals, watch the best of autoracing, sunbathe, watch the sunsets, stay in a charming bed and breakfast or a stylish resort, sightsee in the vibrant cities or meet new friends in the many small towns throughout the region.

Come and experience the vast array of activities in the Great Lakes of North America!