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Livin' For the Weekend in Ohio: The Ohio Tourism Division Celebrates Multicultural Day
Featuring Britni Elise in concert and a travel fair with more than 25 Ohio travel partners

COLUMBUS, Ohio (May 14, 2010) – On Saturday, June 5, the Ohio Tourism Division partners with Zoombezi Bay and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium to help families celebrate Ohio Tourism Multicultural Day with special events, live entertainment and a one-of-a-kind travel fair featuring more than 25 Ohio travel destinations. Attendees will be able to plan future Ohio getaways and find great discounts and deals from Ohio destinations such as the Ohio State Parks and Resorts, the Cincinnati Museum Center and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

Jungle Jack's Landing, home to the zoo's most adventurous amusement-style rides, will be the site of Multicultural Day events, including fun for the whole family. Meet one of Columbus' favorite radio personalities, win fabulous prizes and enjoy performances by some of the best high school marching bands from around the region and a live concert by up-and-coming Ohio-native star, Britni Elise (www.britnielise.com).

"Ohio is an amazingly diverse state, and we want to share that diversity of travel experiences with our multicultural audiences," says State Tourism Director Amir Eylon. "Ohio Tourism Multicultural Day offers travelers a great opportunity to learn about all the great getaway destinations in Ohio, enjoy some entertainment, and see the world-class Columbus Zoo."

To make Multicultural Day even more of a celebration, Zoombezi Bay and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium are offering $11 off each combined admission purchased, up to six admissions. To get your coupon for Multicultural Day, visit www.DiscoverOhio.com/multicultural. After visiting the travel fair and enjoying the special events at Jungle Jack's Landing, families can spend a relaxing summer day strolling through the nation's #1 Zoo, recognized by USA Travel Guide, enjoy aquatic life in the beautiful aquarium, or seek summer thrills, plunging down a 55-foot water tunnel at Zoombezi Bay.

Special weekend hotel rates are available so families can turn this special day into a weekend getaway. Participating hotels include the Chase Suites Hotel (Dublin) and Hampton Inn Suites (Polaris). Just call for reservations and remember to mention Ohio Tourism Multicultural Day. For more information, call (216) 344-9966, or visit www.DiscoverOhio.com/multicultural.

About the Ohio Tourism Division
The Ohio Tourism Division is the premier source of information for travelers and media about Ohio's vibrant tourism experiences, attractions, and economy. Division marketing programs contributed to an estimated $39 billion in total sales in 2008 and 452,000 jobs sustained by visitors to the state. A part of the Ohio Department of Development, the Division's mission is to promote and celebrate Ohio's unique travel opportunities and market the state's outstanding quality of life.

Share photos, videos and stories of your Ohio getaways by uploading them to "MyOhio"; visit consumer.discoverohio.com/myohio.

For more fun and exciting multicultural events and travel locations throughout Ohio, visit discoverohio.com/multicultural.

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Media Contacts:
Tamara Brown, (614) 466-8591
Julie Cajigas, (216) 344-9966