Economic Impact of Tourism

ECONOMIC IMPACT OF DELAWARE COUNTY TOURISM FOR 2021

Direct Tourism Spending

$1.1 billion

Total Business Sales Generated by Tourism

$1.8 billion

Employment Sustained by Tourism

Total 12,396 jobs (accounts for 9.6% of all jobs in the county)

Wages Sustained by Tourism

$368 million

Taxes Sustained by Tourism

$241.4 million

Local
State
Federal

$48.8 million
$69.1 million
$123.5 million

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Are you looking to diversify your culinary skills?

Are you looking to diversify your culinary skills? 🧑‍🍳

Savoir Cooking has a new name, @therecipecookingandcompany! With the same great ingredients and is your new must-visit place for hands-on cooking classes that are guided by professional chefs.

Everyone is welcome at The Recipe, whether you’re an aspiring home cook or a seasoned veteran. There’s no better way to spend an evening than gathering with good people to cook and share a meal together. That’s why they are so passionate about developing recipes and teaching you the tips and tricks to pull them off in your own kitchen.

UPCOMING CLASSES:
May 28 - German Cuisine Workshop
May 29 - Cooking with Kids: Pizza and Gelato
May 30 - Asian Cuisine on the Grill
May 31 - Date Night: Modern Steakhouse

June and July classes are also up on their website. Check our what’s cooking at therecipeco.com!

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Don’t miss out on this nighttime experience, lik

Don’t miss out on this nighttime experience, like no other at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium! Immerse yourself in a colorful, interactive experience like no other.

You may have heard the good news already, but @unextinctlive is now extended at the @columbuszoo through May 26! Since it’s best seen in the dark, the festivities are now kicking off at 8PM. So, what can you do if you arrive before the sun goes down?

#EarthDay looks great in Delaware County! 🌎🌳

#EarthDay looks great in Delaware County! 🌎🌳🥾🎣

We are home to 140 shoreline miles with an abundance of outdoor activities. Find hiking and walking trails, fishing, boating, biking, kayak launches, trail running, camping and more! Get outside today to celebrate and make your commitment to protect our planet.

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@aspenandalston opens next month in Ostrander, OH!

@aspenandalston opens next month in Ostrander, OH! It’s much more than just a gorgeous location for your big day, they provide you with an experience. 💍

Guest will enjoy a tree-lined entrance into the courtyard, comfortable ceremony seating, designated parking, and cocktail hour on the courtyard.

If you are looking of the wedding venue of your dreams, Aspen & Alston was created to provide you with a more refined experience in the rural wedding scene.

The Bridal Suite designed perfectly for photos, with five hair stations and a private bathroom. The Grooms Room has access to a private outdoor space, big screen TV, lounge seating, and a card table.

THE DETAILS:
150 guest capacity
Exclusive use of the entire venue and grounds
Linens, decor, and floral options available
Breathtaking sunset view
Pub style dry bar in the barn

Their goal is to provide a beautiful backdrop for your big at 1361 State Route 257 N Ostrander, OH.
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🗓️ Mark your calendars because we are one mon

🗓️ Mark your calendars because we are one month away from the 49th Delaware Arts Festival!

The Delaware Arts Festival welcomes you back May 18 (11AM-7:30PM) and May 19 (10AM-5PM) for two days of art, fun, food, and entertainment for the entire family. Tents will line Sandusky and Winter Streets with artists exhibiting their creative work, food trucks, concessions and musical entertainment.

For all festival information visit the link in our bio!

Have you stopped into Creative Paper Arts in Powel

Have you stopped into Creative Paper Arts in Powell?

If you are looking to support a small business while getting your supplies this is your place! At Creative Paper Arts you can find everything you might need for card making and scrapbooking.

But guess what! They also host classes so that you can learn how to make some super cute cards and other paper crafts.

UPCOMING CLASSES:
April 27 | Pat's Little Ladybug 16-Page Flipbook
May 4 | Pat's Ohio Stationery Box Class
May 8 | Pat's Ohio Stationery Box Class
June 8 | Avra & Lee Anne's Intro to Hot Foiling Card Class

📍28 Village Pointe Dr. Powell, OH
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