PRIDELY ~ NE Ohio

TOP 5 Luxury Cruise Lines for

Your Next Vacation

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.

Restaurants

Blue Point Grille

Bustling institution serving upscale seafood in an elegant, multilevel setting with skyline views.

700 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

Phone: (216) 875-7827 | Web: bluepointgrille.com

L’Albatros

Upscale, contemporary French destination with patio seating, cheese courses & wine.

11401 Bellflower Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106

Phone: (216) 791-7880 | Web: albatrosbrasserie.com

Fat Cats

Funky hangout serving global small & large plates plus weekend brunch in a converted house.

2061 W 10th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Phone: (216) 579-0200 | Web: fatcatstremont.com

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Taza

Ritzy restaurant plating tradition al Lebanese entrees, some made in a stone oven.

1400 W 6th St, Cleveland, OH

Cleveland Chop

Elevated steakhouse & sports bar serving handcrafted burgers, steaks & seafood in lively setting.

824 W St Clair Ave, Cleveland, OH

Mia Bella

Italian fare & some Mediterra nean dishes are presented in a quaint, muraled space & full bar. 12200 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH Fahrenheit Hot spot offering New American fare with an Asian bent, backed by a long wine list.

2417 Professor Ave, Cleveland, OH

Il Venetian

Classic Italian fare & drinks in an elevated dining room with high ceilings & natural light. 100 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH

Lucky’s Café

Hip daytime eatery & bakery with a local, seasonal menu of creative New American dishes. 777 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH

Dante Modern, Mediterranean-tinged New American dining & latenight noodles. 2247 Professor Ave C, Cleveland, OH

Ginko Restaurant

Modern spot for specialty sushi & shabu-shabu, cocktails & beer. 2247 Professor Ave B, Cleveland, OH

Prosperity Social Club

A vintage games room, craft beers & inventive bites in a buzz ing, old-school bar with a patio. 1109 Starkweather Ave, Cleveland, OH

Grumpy’s Cafe

This casual cafe serves up a menu of American comfort food in a colorful, art-adorned space. 2621 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH

Feb 26

Cleveland Kurentovaje Parade & Main Festival

The main festival day of the 2022 Cleveland Kurentovanje will kick off with the Fourth Annual 5k Kurent Dash and continues with a parade at Noon, live performances, food and drink, kids crafts and more! Learn more at clevelandkurentovanje.com.

Mar 11-12

Cleveland Beerfest

Sample more than 150 local and craft brews, as well as new craft wineries and distilleries! Details at clevelandbeerfest.com.

Apr 18

Dyngus Day Cleveland

Whether you call it Dyngus Day, Wet Monday or Smigus Dyngus, Cleveland is celebrating outdoors in Gordon Square, at the Gordon Green Event Center. Join us in their outdoor space for the party, polka and piwo you love! Details at clevelanddyngus.com.

May 21-22

Cleveland Marathon

The Union Home Mortgage Cleveland Marathon has a distance for everyone. Whether you are an avid runner or just starting out - we have a SPOT FOR YOU! Register today and start crushing your goals now! Register at raceroster.com.

Jun 24

Solon Home Days

Family fun, food, vendors, and music! Fun for all ages! The Avant-Garde Art & Craft Shows have been asked again to bring a handmade pop-up market as part of this year’s festivities! Admission and parking is free on site! Visit thisiscleveland.com for details.

BUDGETING 101

FOUR APPS to help you save money for FREE

1. MINT

Mint tracks your expenses and places them in budget categories. It syncs many accounts: checking and savings, credit cards, loans, investments and bills. You can also set limits, and Mint lets you know if you’re approaching those limits.

2. GOODBUDGET 3. EVERYDOLLAR

Goodbudget is more about planning for your finances than tracking previous transactions. This app is based on the envelope budgeting system helping you portion out your monthly income toward specific spending categories.

This apps offers a zero-based budgeting framework that’s simpler than many other apps. You can manually enter incoming and outgoing money throughout the month. Also, you can categorize line items and set reminders.

4. PERSONAL CAPITAL

This is primarily an investment tool, but its app includes features helpful for budgeters looking to track their spending. You can connect and monitor check ing, savings and credit card accounts, IRAs, 401(k)s, mortgages and loans.

Education Trends

We have seen a revolution of sorts in education, with new and unconventional approaches that include collaborative learning, doing away with traditional classrooms, and encouraging harnessing of information from various sources. Check out our list of top education trends to look forward to this year.

Education has always been one of the leading factors in shaping the future.

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Technology & Software

Technology and software share knowledge with students directly.

Software can be used to help with writing essays or solving math problems, allowing them to learn faster and better than teachers can aid with.

Gamification

Gamification is poised to have a bigger impact than the internet did.

Video games are more engaging and effective at teaching than traditional methods, but it is important to start using them as learning tools.

Jul 31

The Feast of the Assumption

A big part of the Feast of the Assumption is just that, feasting. After mass at Holy Rosary, of course. Then, you hit the streets of Cleveland‘s Little Italy and eat your way through a 1/8 of a mile of goodness. They’re expecting more than 40,000 people a day for four days. More details at clevelandcitycouncil.org.

Aug 18-21

Constantine and Helen Greek Food Festival

Join us for a delicious Greek celebration with live music all weekend! Authentic Greek foods and patries. Learn more at clevelandgreek.com.

Sep 22

Bourbon, BBQ & Blues Fest Cleveland

This event is truly for everyone as there will be over 30 different bourbons, seminars, food and live music. Find us on Facebook for details.

Nov 15

Wild Winter Lights

Wild Winter Lights will add over 1.5 million lights across holiday themed areas including Candyland, Enchanted Forest, Starry Skies, Future for Wildlife Trail and Santa’s Workshop, where guests can take photos with Santa. Detail at clevelandmetroparks.com.

Dec 2

Night Lights at Carlisle

We have planned three-weekend events to get you and your family into the cheerful spirit of the season. Learn all about it at theclevelandmoms.com.

LGBT COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER CLEVELAND

As one of the nation’s oldest LGBTQ+ community centers and among the most prominent organizations in the state, we offer high-quality programming, services, and events to meet your personal and professional needs. Phone: 216.651.5428 | Web: lgbtcleveland.org

CLEVELAND PRIDE

Pride in the CLE™ March adheres to the grass roots ideals of early Pride celebrations that sprung forth following the Stonewall Inn uprisings in 1969. With this in mind we aim to lift up the voices of our community and advocate for social justice by way of a march through our beloved city streets. Phone: 216.226.0004 | Web: Facebook.com/prideincle

PFLAG CLEVELAND

We, the parents, families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, celebrate diversity and envision a society that embraces everyone, including those of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities. Phone: 216.556.1701 | Web: pflagcleveland.org

EQUALITY OHIO

Equality Ohio is Ohio’s statewide LGBTQ+ advocacy and legal aid organization. We have 5 departments working to achieve lived and legal equality in Ohio. Phone: 614.224.0400 | Web: equalityohio.org

METROHEALTH PRIDE CLINIC

The Pride Network’s primary care providers are committed to creating a respectful and accepting space for LGBTQI+ patients to receive their care. They understand the LGBTQI+ coa|mmunity’s journey, culture and language and the stress they face daily. Pride Network providers are comfortable with families that have LGBTQI+ parents. Phone: 216.957.4905 | Web: metrohealth.org/pride-clinic

TRANSFAMILY OF CLEVELAND

TransFamily is a transgender support group in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Phone: 216.691.HELP | Web: www.facebook.com/TransFamilyCleveland

Virtual Reality

Students get to experience being in a place they have never been to before.

VR Headsets Learning provides an immersive experience for students, who can learn everything they need right inside the classroom.

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TEDx Learning Style

A TEDx learning style can capture students’ interest in learning more.

The TEDx learning style uses the power of technology, innovation, and collaboration to make knowledge accessible in a unique way.

Student-controlled

This is a method for teaching that lets students learn at their own pace.

This allows students to select their coursework and move through a course as quickly or slowly as they would like.

Interactive Blackboards

This is considered a must-have by teachers and students.

By linking tablets or smartboards to projectors, the interactive blackboard creates a surface that can be written on by a pen or stylus.

ANIMAL CARE

West Park Animal Hospital 17

APARTMENT

LIVING

Clinton West Luxury Apartments 11

BARBER SHOP

West Park Barber Shops . 17

BREW TOURS

City Brew Tours Cleveland 11

DENTIST

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EDUCATION

Cleveland Institute of Art 13

FITNESS & SPA

Ascend Fitness & Spa 3

HAIR SALON Green Opal Salon 1

HEALTH MetroHealth 17

INTERIOR DESIGN

Home & Soul Collective 3

LEGAL AID

The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland 2

LGBTQ CENTER

LGBT Community Center Greater Cleveland 3

MUSEUM

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame back inside cover

REAL ESTATE

Cleveland Real Estate Group 8-9

RESTAURANT

Townhall 13

SENIOR CARE

Assisting Hands Home Care 2

WEDDING PLANNING

Heart to Home Wedding & Event Planning back outside cover