Press Releases

Valley Vineyards releases the "Best Red Wine in Ohio"
09/15/2011
Valley Vineyards’ Cabernet Franc has been awarded the “Best Red Wine in Ohio” and is available at the winery.

Ten Haunted Events You'll Be "Dying" to Visit this Fall in Ohio's Largest Playground
09/06/2011
Ten not-to-miss haunted events, tours and locations in Ohio’s Largest SCAREground

New B&B Packages offer more than a little R&R in Ohio's Largest Playground
08/31/2011
Warren County’s Bed and Breakfasts (B&Bs) and historic Inns have partnered with local attractions to offer visitors new vacation packages and new ways to experience Warren County – Ohio’s Largest Playground.

Free Antique Appraisal Fair and Live Broadcase Of Everything Classic
08/04/2011
Long-time radio personality, Mike Gaylord, host of the syndicated radio show “Everything Classic, Antique and Collectible Show,” brings his radio show and Free Appraisal Fairs to Warren County August 12-14.

New Swing-Sational Getaway combines World's Best Tennis with World-Class Thrills
07/20/2011
The “SWING-sational” Summer Getaway includes four tickets to Opening Night of the W&S Open on Monday, Aug. 15 (Session 5, 7 p.m.), four tickets to Kings Island and lodging at either the Kirkwood Inn, Mason, or the Great Wolf Lodge, Mason. Packages start at $433 for a family of four. Additional sessions and accommodations are subject to availability. The “SWING-sational” Summer Getaway may be booked by calling the W&S Open at 513-651-0303.

Final "SPLASH"ground Vacation Prize Package Announced
07/07/2011
Warren County, Ohio’s Largest Playground, announced the contents of its fifth and final SPLASHground Vacation Sweepstakes prize on the Facebook today.

WindSeeker is just the Latest Reason Families Should Visit Warren County this Summer
06/23/2011
The opening of WindSeeker, Kings Island’s newest ride, is just the latest of many reasons why families would want to visit Warren County, according to officials at the Warren County Convention & Visitors Bureau (WCCVB). Pre-packaged vacations, excellent value and a diverse range of indoor and outdoor options all combine to make Warren County Ohio’s Largest Playground.

Facebook Promotion Makes a BIG SPLASH with Vacation Giveaways
06/08/2011
Ohio’s Largest Playground is making waves this summer and turning into Ohio’s Largest SPLASHground on Facebook.

What's the BIG Deal about Ohio's Largest Playground
05/17/2011
Warren County, “Ohio’s Largest Playground,” has more activities for visitors in a 30-mile radius than anywhere else in Ohio. The County’s also boasts seventeen of the largest attractions, events and activities in the world, nation or the region (which help to make tourism the County’s largest industry).

World's Largest Dinosaur Park, New Rides Kick off the Travel Season to Warren County
04/18/2011
Warren County is Ohio’s Largest Playground, and home to Kings Island, Great Wolf Lodge, The Beach Waterpark and Ozone Zipline Adventures and so much more. It’s these signature attractions along with the area’s outdoor activities, premier shopping, historical and cultural experiences, festivals and events that draw more than 7 million visitors each year to this one-of-a-kind family destination.

Warren County CVB Announces Summer Scrapbook Photo Contest on Facebook
08/13/2010
The Warren County Convention and Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) Summer Scrapbook Photo Contest asks visitors and Facebook fans to share their best summer photographs and vacation memories of Ohio's Largest Playground. Photos will be included in the Summer Scrapbook on the Warren County - Ohio's Largest Playground Facebook page for public voting.

Warren County Unveils Summer Playlist
06/14/2010
Ohio’s largest vacation destination for family fun also will feature musical events every weekend June through August. The eclectic mix of events includes salsa, blues, gospel and country to name a few.

Ride and Roar with more Savings Than Before
06/01/2010
This three-day vacation package includes four tickets to Kings Island, four tickets to the Cincinnati Zoo, two nights lodging with free breakfast at either the Comfort Suites Kings Island or Hyatt Place Cincinnati Northeast and two free kids meals at a local Bob Evans Restaurant.

Warren County CVB’s Daily Prize Giveaway Celebrates Ohio Tourism Month
04/26/2010
Enter to win one of 31 Prizes in 31 Days in May. Enter to win a new prize every day on www.FamilyFriendlyCincinnati.com . The winners will be announced weekly on the Warren County CVB Facebook page and on Twitter by following @WarrenCountyOH or searching the Twitter hashtag #31Prizes31Days.

American Girl Doll Mystery Train Ride and Manners Tea
03/29/2010
Girls ages six and up, mothers, grandmothers, aunts and friends are invited to bring their favorite American Girl Doll and join the LM&M Railroad and Warren County History Center for a day filled with history, mystery and tea Apr 10 and 11.

Outdoor Adventure Reaches New Heights, on the Midwest's Largest Canopy Zipline Tour
03/29/2010
The Midwest's largest zipline tour, Ozone Zipline Adventures, reopens for the season on April 1. Much like zipline tours in exotic destinations, Ozone Zipline Adventures is an eco-adventure that combines the thrills of flying through the treetops at heights of 200 feet above the valley floor, with outdoor recreation, environmental education and historical awareness.

What kind of vacation does mom really want this spring?
03/15/2010
What kind of vacation does mom really want this spring? According to a new poll by WhyMomsRule.com 36% of moms want a “good value for the money,” 29% want “a place that keeps the whole family entertained” and 25% “an economical destination that offers a variety of affordable accommodations/activities.”

A: Warren County, Ohio’s Largest Playground is the answer for family fun! With more to do in a 30 mile radius than anywhere else in Ohio and more than 40 convenient and affordable hotels, it’s no wonder so many moms choose Warren County for their next family vacation.

Vacation Package Deals will be HOT!
04/21/2009
MASON, OH – (April 21, 2009) – “Travel deals will be hot” with consumers this year according to leading travel industry research group PhoCusWright. “Consumers will spend the time to search out options that give them the most for the dollar.” On the Warren County Convention & Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) website, visitors will not have to search far.

Recipe for a Fun-Filled and Affordable Spring Break
04/16/2009
MASON, OH – (March 16, 2009) “Cook up” a fantastic and affordable spring break for your family with a short drive to Warren County, Ohio’s Largest Playground. Whatever your family's favorite activity, you’re sure to find it in Warren County where there’s more to do in 30 miles than anywhere else in Ohio. Let our sample “recipe” be your guide to all the family fun Warren County has to offer.

Largest ZipLine Tour in the Midwest Announced in Warren County, Ohio
03/04/2009
WARREN COUNTY, OH – (March 4, 2009) –Ozone Zipline Adventures announced it will open in May of 2009 in Warren County, Ohio. It will be the largest zipline tour in the Midwest, and include some of the longest single zipline runs in the continental U.S.

Local Residents Needed as “Extras”
12/12/2008
MASON, OH – (December 12, 2008) – Fort Ancient invites the public to share in a distinctive moment of history as Cincinnati artist, Mary Louise Holt, photographs a reenactment of the Winter Solstice ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 20. The photograph will be used as a scale for the actual painting illustrating the native inhabitants watching the sun rise as they may have done 2,000 years ago.

The Christmas Ranch Partners with Ronald McDonald House of Cincinnati
11/01/2008
MASON, OH – (November 2008) – The Christmas Ranch, located in Morrow, has partnered with Ronald McDonald House of Cincinnati and will donate a portion of the entrance fee to the worthy cause. Dentist and philanthropist Dr. J. Michael Fuchs projects over 10,000 cars will visit his display this year, appropriately named “The Gift of Lights.”

Travel trend: Demographic and economic factors favor quaint hospitality of B&Bs
07/23/2008
Bed and Breakfasts have been a part of the American culture for more than 200
years, but forecasters are now predicting B&B business to be a growing niche for
travelers. Current life issues: time poverty, gasoline prices, the exchange rate are
all forcing vacationers, the maturing Baby Boomers, and the foreign tourists to rethink
their vacation plans.

Get Healthy and Have Fun
07/01/2008
July 2008 – MASON, OH – Plan to have fun and get healthy at the same time.
The Warren County Convention & Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) invites all outdoor
enthusiasts to experience our natural wonders. In the process, you’ll enjoy how fit
you are and how much better you’ll feel while playing outside.

In Warren County, ghosts don’t just come out at night.
07/01/2008
July 2008 – MASON, OH – Many areas in Ohio are recognized for ghostly visits and
haunted areas.

Why are women who take vacations healthier, happier, and more satisfied with their lives?
06/01/2008
June 2008 – LEBANON, OH – The stresses of our lives, work habits and the
economy can bring us down – emotionally and physically.

Win 30 Vacation Prizes in 30 Days in Ohio’s Largest Playground!
05/01/2008
May 2008 – LEBANON, OH – Beginning June 8, 2008 the Warren County Convention & Visitors Bureau (WCCVB) is launching its “30 Prizes in 30 Days Family Getaway Sweepstakes”, sponsored by Kings Island, Great Wolf Lodge and the WCCVB.

Fill-Up on Savings This Summer in Ohio’s Largest Playground
05/01/2008
May 2008 – LEBANON, OH - In light of the significant increase in gas prices, the current economic downturn and the approaching Memorial Day holiday, the Warren County Convention & Visitors Bureau is moving forward with a strong regional promotion encouraging consumers to “vacation close to home.” Warren County is a perfect drive destination that offers opportunities to take a family trip without spending an outrageous amount on gas and lodging.

Festive and Frightening Fall Adventures in Ohio’s Largest Playground
05/01/2008
May 2008 – LEBANON, OH – Warren County is the perfect drive destination for travelers of all ages looking for memorable fall escapes. The aroma of baked apples, roasted turkey legs, and German sauerkraut mark the beginning of Warren County’s unique fall festivals. More than 500,000 people will venture to Ohio’s Largest Playground to experience all the weekend fall adventures Warren
County has to offer.

Interact With Famous American Innovators and Inventors at OHIO CHAUTAUQUA 2008
05/01/2008
May 2008 – LEBANON, OH – Five noted Americans will educate and entertain Warren County residents (of all ages) as they explore their lives and legacies.

Dance to the Beat of Native American Drummers
04/01/2008
April 2008 – LEBANON, OH – On June 7-8 visitors can experience Native American traditions, singing, drumming, more than 100 dancers, storytelling and flute music during Celebration: A Gathering of Four Directions at Fort Ancient– just one of many great celebrations in Ohio’s Largest Playground!®

Experience A “Dream-Green” Getaway In Eco-Friendly Warren County
02/01/2008
February 2008 – LEBANON, OH – For many thousands of years the southwest Ohio river valley has remained verdant and healthy. Warren County, located just north of Cincinnati, has retained a significant amount of green space, with a sincere pledge to keep it as such.

Fort Ancient Ranked Among Ohio Sites Considered for World Heritage Recognition
02/01/2008
February 2008 – LEBANON, OH – The U.S. Secretary of the Interior has notified Ohio Historical Society officials that the Ohio Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks (which includes the earthworks at Fort Ancient State Memorial) have been included in the list for consideration from which the World Heritage List will be selected.