Ohio tourism — Recovery from the pandemic

Amusement parks, Lake Erie, professional sports and state parks are just some of the options that make up Ohio’s multi-billion dollar tourism industry. In 2019, Ohio saw a record year in tourism with $48 billion spent in Ohio before COVID-19 struck. Though with outdoor attractions like Hocking Hills, Amish country and others helping Ohio tourism stay active during the pandemic, business tourism still has catching up to do.

Guest host Mindy Drayer speaks with Ohio tourism director Matt MacLaren to discuss the more than 1,000 items listed in Ohio’s tourism guide and how the state is working to return to pre-pandemic tourism glory.