Friday, January 22, 2010

Ontario Winter Vacations

Cross Country SkiingSonwtubing FunFebruary Getaways include "February for Lovers", or "Love in the snow" north of Toronto. Reserve now for your Ontario winter holiday with family day getaway long weekend. February is also one of the busiest Ontario Winter travel months for Ontario Winter Carnival and Winterfests. Family fun includes, ice slides, ice sculptures, Snow tubing, downhill skiing, cross
country skiing,
snowboarding, snowshoeing, dog sledding, and outdoor skating. Ski resort areas and accommodation facilities near ski areas have a selection of winter getaway options during winter carnival weekends. Visitors heading north should check road, snow, and weather conditions. January, February, and March are prime winter months where a recreation activity can become a winning Olympic winter sports activity.
 

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

North Muskoka Region

North MuskokaNorth Muskoka Region
http://www.north-muskoka.com/
Muskoka is widely recognized as one of Canada's most popular vacation spots. Whether it is a romantic getaway with someone special, a summer family vacation or special group gathering, the many choices of cottage resorts, inns and lodges make North Muskoka an excellent place to spend a holiday. The resorts in North Muskoka have been greeting guests for generations and are a true reflection of the Muskoka vacation experience. The North Muskoka directory features
private and family owned accommodations offering:

  • Accommodations only minutes from Algonquin Park, Huntsville and Lake of Bays
  • Family vacation packages and couples getaways
  • Weddings and conference venues
  • Casual restaurants and fine dining


Romantic Getaway of the Week

Ahmic Lake - Woodland Echoes Resort - Magnetawan, Ontario

Woodland EchoesAhmicLake - Woodland Echoes Resort - "Just the Two of Us" Package includes: waterfront cottage with fireplace. chalet with private outdoor hot
tub or indoor jacuzzi. breakfast and dinner each day. $15 credit for Spa Treatments. boat and motor for one or three days**. complimentary use of recreational facilities. Seasons May 1st - November 1st.

Magnetawan, Ontario, Information




Family Getaway of the Week

Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley - Shanty Bay (Barrie), Ontario

Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe ValleyCarriageRidge Resort at Horseshoe Valley - Start off your New Year with an incredible getaway to Carriage Ridge Resort only 1 hour north of Toronto! Getawayin January to a spacious condo-suite and FREE access to the “Ridge Club” with indoor pool, hot tub, kids pool, daily activities and more. Enjoy our ski-in ski-out location on the Ridge of Horseshoe Resort, easy drive from Mount St Louis Moonstone and Hardwood Ski & Bike. Shanty Bay (Barrie), Ontario, Information





Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Birch Lodge - Blind River, Ontario

Birch LodgeBirch Lodge - A pleasant welcome awaits you as you come and relax on the peaceful shores of Granary Lake, with four of our House Keeping cottages available for the winter months. Enjoy hiking, snow shoeing, snowmobiling and our picturesque white wonderland.
Blind River, Ontario, Information



Spa Getaway of the Week

Christie's Mill Inn & Spa - Port Severn, Ontario

Inn at Christie's Mill Christie's Mill Inn & Spa - Special time with that special someone, or a retreat for the girls……come to the Spa at Christie's Mill. This package
includes one night accommodation, dinner and breakfast in the water front dining room, $100 Spa credit for each of you and a glass of wine per person, starting at $197.50 per person, applicable taxes and gratuities are additional.
Port Severn, Ontario, Information



Attraction of the Week

Timmins Underground Gold Mine Tour

Timmins Underground Gold Mine Tour - Timmins, Ontario

Timmins Underground Gold Mine Tour, Journey under the earth and experience
the workings of a mine, pan for gold and learn about the area's mining history at the Timmins Gold Mine Tour.
Timmins, Ontario, Information



Attraction of the Week

Scenic Caves Nature Adventures - Collingwood, Ontario

Scenic Caves Nature AdventuresScenic Caves Nature Adventures - Nature, history and Adventure for the whole family. Self guided tour of caves, caverns and lookouts on the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Ontario's Longest Suspension footbridge offers light adventure and the most spectacular views of Georgian Bay and Surrounding Countryside. Gemstone Mining, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop. Please, no pets and running or hiking shoes are necessary. Collingwood, Ontario, Information