Day Trips, Getaways & All Things Fun North of Toronto

We're blogging about what we know best. What to do, where to do it and where to stay 'north' of Toronto. It's a well and little known fact that within an hour of the big city of Toronto, Ontario offers the most amazing and special places to find culture, history, entertainment, nature and recreation. Follow our blog for information and news about events, attractions and activities for the perfect day trip or getaway 'north' of Toronto.

Friday, January 20, 2012

Weekend Getaways Ontario Travel January Getaway North of Toronto

Romantic Getaway of the Week

Touchstone on Lake Muskoka - Bracebridge, ON

Touchstone on Lake Muskoka - A Sense of Romance – from $325 per couple. Let Touchstone revive the passion. In your luxury suite you will be welcomed with chocolate dipped strawberries, a bottle of sparkling wine, and sensual massage oils or bath oils. A candlelight 3 course dinner for two in Taste will tease your taste buds. Awake in the morning with our healthy breakfast basket in your luxury suite.

Couples Romantic Getaways north of Toronto

Spa Getaway of the Week

Viamede - Woodview, Ontario

Viamede - Located on the scenic shores of Stoney lake, Viamede offers the ultimate resort escape. Choose from a variety of lodge rooms, lakeside cottages or luxurious suites. Enjoy an abundance of year round recreation facilities including spa services, Horseback riding, nearby lakeside golfing, unlimited winter trails, sleigh rides, skating an so much more. Through out the years Viamede has been the home to weary travelers, the romantic spot to say “I do”, a corporate getaway for business and a wonderful place to create memories that will last a lifetime.

Spa Getaways north of Toronto

Family Getaway of the Week

Rosseau, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa, The - Minett, ON

Rosseau, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa, The - Located in the heart of the Muskoka Lakes, this resort in Canada combines distinguished luxury and rustic adventure for the ultimate retreat. An adventurer's paradise, this scenic Canadian resort boasts an array of indoor and outdoor activities for all seasons. This Canada luxury resort features a year-round indoor-outdoor pool and the luxurious Spa Rosseau, offering an array of treatment options.

Family Getaways in resort destinations

Seasonal January Getaway of the Week

Nottawasaga Inn Resort - Alliston, ON

Nottawasaga Inn Resort - Take some time for yourself and this January and join us at the Nottawasaga Resort for a relaxing Great Escape Getaway, starting from just $99*. Your stay includes: Comfortable accommodation. Country buffet breakfast. Free wireless internet access in all guestrooms. Use of onsite facilities - 70,000 sq ft Sports & LeisureDome features an indoor tropical pool with water umbrella, 100 ft waterslide, arcade, spa services and more! Gratuities included Winner of the 2011 Toronto Sun Reader's Choice Gold Award for Favourite Ontario Resort!

January Getaways north in Ontario

Weekend Getaway of the Week

The Couples Resort - Algonquin Park-Whitney, Ontario

The Couples Resort “Romance should always be so Tempting” January 2012 from $76. Accommodation has extra large Jacuzzi in-front of the Wood Fireplace. Hot tub Accommodation Extra. Trails in Algonquin Park, hiking in the Town and around the lake...winter is great. 1st Class Gourmet Dining. 5 Course Dinners Awarded a Top 10 Dining Experience by North American Inns.Wine Spectator Awarded Wine Cellar. “One of the best in the World” Leading Spas of Canada approved Organic Algonquin Spa. Horseback riding and Dog Sledding all here at Algonquin Park.

Winter Getaways north of Toronto

Winter Getaway of the Week

The Falls Inn - Walter's Falls - Walter's Falls ON

The Falls Inn - Walter's Falls - Located on the trail, The Falls Inn offers onsite dining and accommodations. Package with Falls-view room and hot breakfast is $75 per person, per night. Onsite spa services, passes to Le Scandinave outdoor tubs and Room with Jacuzzi tub are also available. Package based on double occupancy, $40 for each additional person in room. Alcohol, taxes and gratuities extra. Snowmobile not provided.

Winter Getaways north of Toronto

Ontario Attraction Getaway of the Week

Ontario Northland's Polar Bear Express - North Bay, Ontario

Ontario Northland's Polar Bear Express -Travel the North by Rail!
Experience comfortable, convenient and stress free travel by taking the train. Ontario Northland’s passenger and excursion trains allow you to catch up on your reading, enjoy a meal in the dining car, and enjoy the spectacular scenery of northern Ontario, all while travelling to your destination on the railway. Northlander Whether you are travelling to Cochrane, North Bay, Gravenhurst, Bracebridge or Toronto you will enjoy the breathtaking Northern Ontario scenery all four seasons. The Northlander offers comfortable, affordable and stress-free travel to and from your destination. The Northlander is equipped with a dining car, washrooms and plenty of space to read, work, or enjoy a hobby while you travel.
If you require our wheelchair lift, please call 1.800.461.8558.

Ontario Attractions north of Toronto

Ontario Resort Destination of the Week

Blue Mountain Village (www.bluemountainvillage.ca)
There is ALWAYS something to do at BLUE!
The Blue Mountain Village is located in the Town of the Blue Mountains, nestled between the charming communities of Collingwood and Thornbury, at the foot of Ontario’s largest mountain resort, Blue Mountain. The Village offers a vibrant social and cultural scene combining unique attractions, dining and shopping experiences. There is ALWAYS something to do at BLUE including five hotels, 38 retailers, 20 cafes & restaurants, year round award winning Festivals and Events plus Activity Central to book your hiking, biking, caving, climbing, spa, Apple Pie Trail adventures and more! Please visit www.bluemountainvillage.ca

Ontario Resort Destinations north of Toronto