Continued prosperity has made Columbus an attractive place to live and visit and today the city is home to Ohio State University, which is the state's largest academic institution, with more than 50,000 students. There are many things to do here and art lovers will especially relish the collections at the Columbus Museum of Art and gardeners will revel in the magnificent roses at Whetstone Park. In Columbus, the key to staying comfortable is to be prepared for several weather conditions, because if your stay is longer than a week, you're sure to see at least two ends of the climatic spectrum.

There are plenty of attractions here that include the world-famous Columbus Zoo, Franklin Park Conservatory, and a riverfront replica of the Santa Maria. For the party goers, the nightlife sizzles in places like the German Village, Short North and the happening Brewery District.

The food lovers will find plenty of good options here like the Thurman's which has a great menu, decent prices and the burgers are huge! Lodging options include the Amerihost Columbus, the Baymont Inn and Suites and the Best Western which are located close to attractions like the Columbus Zoo, Polaris Amphitheater, or the Wyandot Lake and the Columbus International Airport.