n nDiscover the best and most unusual getaway ideas in and around Ohio n nLongtime TV travel reporter Neil Zurcher has driven more than a million miles in Ohio and nearby states to find great local travel destinations for his One Tank Trips reports. This book collects his all-time favorites, including . . .n n- nThe worlds largest indoor train display.n n- nThe certified best spot in the state for stargazing.n n- nOhios top FREE attraction.n n- nA historic village where you can ride an authentic replica canal boat.n n- nBeautiful bridges, including the worlds longest covered bridge.n n- nTwo haunted state reformatories.n n- nA ride-through wildlife park with 500 exotic animals from six continents.n n- nOne of the last open-air drive-in restaurants, unchanged since the 1950s.n n- nA place where you can drag-race in your family car--legally n n- nAn Amish hardware store selling all non-electric tools, appliances, toys, and more.n n- nThe only World War II submarine still in original condition.n n- nThe Center of the World--really.n n- nAnd dozens of other special placesn nNeil Zurcher writes . . .n nI skipped over the obvious big super attractions because you have probably already heard about them or have been there. What I try to do is direct you to lesser known, hidden away gems in the tourist world that might not attract lots of attention, but are still very worthwhile as a place to visit.n nIve tried to mix in destinations that my viewers and readers have told me they also enjoyed. Whether it was a slice of real prize-winning home-made pie in a diner in Jefferson, Ohio or a chance to fly on a life-size replica of the first airplane sold by the Wright Brothers in Dayton. I show you where you can sail across tree-tops and crawl through rock caverns. There is even a park in northwest Ohio where you, and the kids, can dig for prehistoric life.n nNo matter what you like to do on a holiday or vacation, I think you will find something in this book to excite and entertain you.n