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Head to Stratford For a Colourful Spring Getaway – Top Things to See & Do

Experience Spring in Stratford! The well-known arts and culture scene in Stratford truly comes alive in spring. Along with the festivals or outdoor arts and entertainment, the… Read more »

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Unique Landscapes: Must See Deserts and Sand Dunes in Canada

Canada’s landscapes change within 100km along the highway. They are vast and varied landscapes and include a small handful of northern deserts and sand dunes.While there are… Read more »

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8 Tulip Farms and Fields For a U-Pick Spring Day Trip in Ontario

The most colourful of spring flowers, the tulips are in full bloom across Ontario. Many Ontario flower farms invite the public to pick tulips from their fields…. Read more »

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BerkelBloem: Blissful Bloom Escape Awaits at Ontario’s Newest U-Pick Tulip Farm

Tucked away in Norfolk County is the newest u-pick tulip farm in Ontario inviting you to spend a day amidst a sea of tulips. That’s the Berkelbloem… Read more »

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15 Ontario Resorts For a March Break Getaway

Ready for the spring break of your dreams? Ontario in March is a magical time when spring is just around the corner, yet there are still so… Read more »

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10 March Break Family Getaways in Northern Ontario

Escape to Northern Ontario and enjoy time with family this March Break. While plenty of activities are available within the city, why not head to more “remote… Read more »

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2024 Ontario Maple Syrup Festivals and Sugar Shacks

Where to go to experience the smells and tastes of the sweet water of Ontario.

A list of maple syrup festivals, pancake houses/sugar shacks and maple trails to explore in Ontario.

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25 Maple Farms and Sugar Shacks to Visit in Ontario

Observing real maple syrup production is a truly Canadian experience. As the winter weather begins to warm, treat yourself and the whole family to the sweet freshness of maple syrup. Here are 25 maple farms, sugar shacks and pancake houses to visit in Ontario.

Venture out into the beautiful countryside and learn about how syrup is made by visiting one of the 25 maple sugar shacks in Ontario. Enjoy connecting with wildlife while tasting one of nature’s sweetest treats!

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Things to Do This 2024 Family Day Long Weekend in Ontario

Here are some activities you can do this family day weekend in Ontario.

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25+ Coolest Outdoor Ice Skating Trails in Ontario

Sharpen your skates, and checkout some of Ontario’s best ice skating trails this winter.

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12 Places to Go Snow Tubing in Ontario

Snow tubing is a fun and safe way to enjoy the thrills of snowy hills, offering outdoor excitement for the whole family. There are plenty of elevated… Read more »

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Winter Fun in Barrie: Events, Festivals and Outdoor Adventures

Whether you are looking to get away for the day and have some family fun, or planning a romantic weekend away with your special someone, Barrie has something for you!

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2024 Winter Festivals in Ontario: Fire, Ice & Frozen Fun

Explore interactive ice displays, enjoy snow tubing, maple taffy, horse-drawn wagon rides, taste Ice wines and more!

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10 Christmas Holiday Getaways in Ontario

Want to get away during Christmas Break with the whole family or with your special someone?   You don’t have to fly South when there are many… Read more »

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Winter Ziplining Coming to Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort

In the heart of Ontario’s winter wonderland, Barrie’s Snow Valley Ski Resort will introduce winter ziplining this season. The resort’s latest addition, the Summit Soar Quad Zip,… Read more »

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Drive-Thru Holiday Light Displays in Ontario

Looking for a cozy way to see twinkling Christmas light displays this holiday season? Here are 10+ ways to see Holiday lights from your car across Ontario.

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Places to Go For Illuminated Christmas Train Rides or Santa Train Rides in Ontario

Enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones take a ride on the Christmas Trains that take you along the snow-laden countryside of Ontario.

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Halloween Haunted Attractions, Farms and Night Mazes in Ontario

Embrace a chilling journey this Halloween, where the unexpected lurks around every shadowy corner of our eerie farms and terrifying haunts. Sinister surprises, bewildering mysteries, and heart-pounding thrills await those daring enough to venture into the spooky realms where normality twists into the grotesquely unearthly. Dare you enter?

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Where to Go For Fall Colour Chairlift Rides in Ontario

Witness nature’s splendour in the Fall by taking a ski resort’s chairlift ride to a mountain’s summit. Whether you’re hiking or simply enjoying the ride, the panoramic… Read more »

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Festival Celebrating Massive Fall Salmon Run Returns to Collingwood

Cool Fall temperatures see scores of Chinook Salmon fighting their way up rivers and streams on their annual spawning run. Ontario’s first watershed trust, Blue Mountain Watershed… Read more »

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Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride: Fall Colour Chairlift Rides, Scenic Hike & Lookout

The second oldest family-owned ski hill in Ontario, Sir Sam’s Ski & Ride is an extremely popular skiing and mountain biking location north of Haliburton. Overlooking Eagle… Read more »

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25+ Bucket List Ideas for Fall Activities and Getaways in Ontario

When Ontario comes alive with vibrant colours in autumn, cities and towns across the province offer a unique environment, and distinct character for visitors and locals to… Read more »

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25 Hikes to Enjoy Fall Colours in Ontario

What better way to spend the crisp fall days than to get outside and take a hike? Whether you want a quick trail for some fresh air, or are planning multi-day hiking and camping trip, the following trails will give you some great ideas for places to hike in Ontario.

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50 Activities and Festivals to Experience in Ontario This Fall Season

From spectacular fall colours, harvest activities and festivals, and Halloween events, that are plenty of ways to celebrate this transitional season in Ontario. Here are fifty fun… Read more »