Jamaica is surrounded by beautiful palm-fringed seashores, rippling sapphire waters, and landscapes reminiscent of oil work. From Minnesota to Ohio, towns alongside the Midwest’s Great Lakes seize the summer vacation spirit. Here are some of our favourite Great Lakes getaways, with recommendations on exploring each one. Ashleigh grew up having fun with the sunshine and beaches of San Diego, California but her love of journey led her to reside in both Costa Rica and Spain before she returned to her hometown. Her passions embrace wildlife conservation, sustainability, seeing the world’s natural beauty, and sharing these interests with others.