Sunday, September 16, 2012

Barrie Area Fall fun & Autumn Romance

Day Trip or Overnight Destination

Barrie is the close to Toronto Resort destination on Lake Simcoe. The greater Barrie area covers a large portion of Simcoe County and is easily reached via Highway 400 north.

Barrie Fall Colours on Lake Simcoe

At the Galleries: 
MacLaren Art Centre  kicks off fall season with, Found in Translation: Highlights from the Contemporary Collection, Divided Horizon: Highlights from the Photography Collection and Shore Line Over View

Brian Barrer presents A Murder Double Door Studios and Gallery in Anten Mills, 400 Horseshoe Valley Rd. W., hosts A Murder, a new collection of works by local artist and photographer Brian Barrer. The opening reception is Sept. 15 from noon to 4 p.m. The exhibition runs until Sept. 30.  See more gallery and art exhibitions in Barrie Area, Book best deal Barrie Area Hotels



Upcoming Fall Events Festivals

Colours of Music Mixes Well with Autumn Leaves: September 22-30:  

What a colourful, relaxing way to spend those first few lazy days of autumn! It is our wish that as you listen to the music presented by the performers, you will be motivated to encourage others to come and enjoy what our beautiful City of Barrie can offer.  See Itinerary Colours of Music: Book best deal Barrie Area Hotels
 

Great Canadian Beaver Race and Festival


Start to Beaver Race

The 3rd Annual Great Canadian Beaver Race & Festival will be held on Sunday September 23rd at Heritage Park in Barrie, Ontario.

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ONTARIO FALL HOLIDAYS: VACATION GETAWAYS

FEATURED GETAWAYS NORTH OF TORONTO

The fall autumn vacations featured resorts, inns, spas, cottages and resort destination accommodation changes each week. If visitors have any questions regarding a vacation north of Toronto, please contact us and we will get back to you within 24 hours. See Contact Us

Romantic Ontario Getaway Pick

The Irwin Inn - Lakefield, Ontario

The Irwin InnThe Irwin Inn - Hauntingly beautiful, prestigious Stoney Lake is natural, rugged beauty to perfection. Perched on the south shore, the Irwin Inn offers an escape from life's pressures, a place to unwind, in any season. Experience the country ambience of a starlit sky and outstanding lake views from a luxury suite or cottage with fireplace, and whirlpool, private hot tub or pool. Housed in the main inn is the warm and inviting dining room where a gorgeous, panoramic lake view complements appealing, culinary creations. Fine wine, candlelight dining and beautiful sunsets, are delightful to the senses! Explore nature trails, visit our horses, enjoy a massage, or simply relax.
Couples Romantic Getaways north of Toronto 

Spa in Ontario Pick

The Briars Resort & Spa - Jacksons Point, Ontario

The Briars Resort & SpaThe Briars Resort & Spa - Soul Sisters Getaway  Add $50 per person to any overnight package. Designed with you and your soul sisters in mind. Get a group of your friends together, share your dreams and relive great moments. Arrive to a delectable tray of treats, a bottle of wine, Spa gift and a cozy Spa robe to wear in your room. Each Soul Sister gets a ½ hour manicure! (Please book your manicure appointment well before your arrival)
Spa Getaways north of Toronto

Family Vacation Getaway Pick

Glen Echo Cottages - Callander, Ontario

Glen Echo CottagesGlen Echo Cottages - LAKE NIPISSING’S BEST FOUR SEASON FISHING AND FAMILY VACATION RESORT! Glen Echo has 11 deluxe housekeeping cottages located on the south shore of beautiful Lake Nipissing in the channel to Callander Bay. We offer spacious one, two, three & four bedroom housekeeping cottages. Each cottage comes equipped with air-conditioning, fireplace, satellite colour TV, high speed wireless Internet access, propane BBQ, microwave, a complete set of pots/pans, dishes, utensils etc. We also provide blankets, linens and pillows.

Family Getaways in resort destinations

Ontario Resorts Pick

Westwind Inn On The Lake - Buckhorn, Ontario

Westwind Inn On The Lake Couples ResortWestwind Inn On The Lake - Relax in a peaceful, truly magnificent lakefront setting, private, intimate and serene. Our dining room offers wonderful lake views while you enjoy excellent food, fine wines and soft music. All rooms have ensuite bathrooms, some with therapeutic jet tubs for two, private balconies, fireplaces, air conditioning and antique furnishings. We offer complimentary canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, hydro bicycles, swimming pool, outdoor hot tub, sauna, spa services, sand beach, fire pit and so much more. Winter activities include cross country ski trails, skating on the lake, snowshoeing and hiking. Bring your snowmobile, trails are on the doorstep. Reserve your getaway today, you deserve it!
September Getaways north in Ontario

Ontario Golf Getaway Weekend Pick

Sunbeam Bungalows - Callander, Ontario

Sunbeam Bungalows Family & Fishing ResortSunbeam Bungalows Family & Fishing Resort is sheltered amongst tall pines on the shores of beautiful Callander Bay, Lake Nipissing, close to a selection of golf courses to suit all players—Osprey Links, Clear Springs and Highview are just 3. Challenge yourself at whatever level you like! Return to the comfort and privacy of staying in one of our clean, fully-furnished, spacious 1, 2 and 3 bedroom housekeeping cottages with fully equipped kitchens, digital cable, 32” flat screen TV, DVD, Wi-Fi, BBQ with propane, picnic table and fire bowl for a crackling outdoor wood fire. And you also have the option of relaxing on our superb sandy beach, or taking out one of our boats for fishing or leisure boating. For more details on the resort packages and location, please check out our website: www.sunbeambungalows.com

Golf Getaways north of Toronto

Fall Family Vacation in Ontario Pick

Shamrock Lodge - Port Carling, Ontario

Shamrock LodgeShamrock Lodge - Cozy lakeside accommodations, Home cooked country breakfasts & Delectable candlelight dining, close to many hiking trails, indoor swimming pool, hot tub & sauna, games rooms with billiards and ping pong. Golfing, Shamrock Lodge is located within minutes of Muskoka’s finest private and public golf courses. Hiking, Explore the woodlands by planning a hike on one or more of many hiking trails, offering breathtaking views of Lake Rosseau and the surrounding rocky landscape.

Fall Getaways north ofToronto

Attractions Ontario Pick

Sainte Marie Among The Hurons - Midland, Ontario

Discovery Harbour Sainte Marie Among The Hurons - Bring family and friends to Sainte Marie Among the Hurons, for a day filled with adventures - mixed in with a little learning! Experience life in one of Canada’s oldest reconstructed European communities, that was shared with First Nations people all the way back to the sixteen hundreds! There are over 25 buildings to explore and the costumed staff will help tell the story of life in Upper Canada. Daily family activities for you to enjoy. Bring a picnic and experience it for the full day! Join the Royals for a Royal experience at Sainte-Marie among the Hurons Sainte-Marie among the Hurons, a nationally significant historic site near Midland, Ontario, will be pulling out all the stops to make the upcoming visit by Their Royal Highnesses the Earl and Countess of Wessex a spectacular experience that will be steeped in Canada’s founding heritage and culture. The public to attend the memorable event on Sunday, September 16.  Sainte-Marie plans an extensive, fun, and highly animated experience for the Royal couple as they tour the site from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Ontario Attractions north of Toronto

Ontario Tourism Destination of the Week

Lake O' LakesLand O' Lakes (www.travellandolakes.com)
Imagine being able to fish or paddle a different lake every day for 13 years – that’s what makes the Land O’ Lakes unique!  Our 5,000 lakes allow you to experience a different adventure around every corning.  Sharing any of our 5,000 adventures with friends and family will create the best memories that will last a lifetime.  You can enjoy fishing, camping, canoeing, kayaking, boating, hiking, cycling, snowmobiling, skiing, ATVing, motorcycling, or just plain relaxing in some of the most beautiful scenery.  Don’t forget to check out our events calendar on our website for upcoming festivals in our region.  Your World Awaits in the Land O’ Lakes – Which Adventure Will You Choose? LAND O LAKES TOURIST ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES AN EXCITING NEW EVENT -FALL LODGE TOUR LOLTA is planning to host a fall lodge tour on September 22, 2012. This tour will feature distinct, one of a kind, unique lodges/resorts on a specific lake in the region.

Ontario Resort Destinations north of Toronto

Ontario Cottage Resort Pick

Moose Horn Lodge - Chapleau, Ontario

Moose Horn LodgeMoose Horn Lodge - Enjoy the wilderness of Northern Ontario and everything that it has to offer. Finally a place where when night falls there is nothing but darkness and the stars in the sky. For the family & nature lover, we have the nicest lakeshore and lakeview cottages anywhere, loons and beaver on the lake, birds, squirrels & chipmunks out your door. Excellent location to view bear and moose in their natural habitat. For the fisherman, we offer excellent fishing opportunities in the many nearby lakes. Fall hunting available We are now open for the winter months.  Not only is our area beautiful during the summer, it has a completely different look and experience during the winter.  Brings your cross country skis and snowshoes.  There are miles of untouched frozen lakes and trails at your disposal.

Ontario Cottage Resorts north of Toronto

Ontario - Fall colours in Ontario's Bayfield--North of Toronto

Wiarton Willy on the Bruce Peninsula

Georgian Bay-Lake Huron Fall Colours

Ontario's best fall colours are in most cases north of Toronto in heavily forested areas, and mostly hard wood forests.  The story in CANOE Travel - Ontario - Fall colours in Ontario's Bayfield suggests the Bruce Peninsula on the Lake Huron side.

We also suggest  checking out the Georgian Bay side for a complete look at the spectacular views. See our suggested Georgian Bay Road Trips which also includes Wiarton, and the famous statue of "Wiarton Willy". Get more information on the latest fall colour reports and more suggested fall colour road trips.