Last Minute Valentine's Getaways, Family Day Getaways & Winter Carnivals North of Toronto

Last Minute Valentines Day Getaways can be found at Resort,
Cottages, Inns, Chalets and Bed & Breakfast accommodations
North of Toronto.

Photo:  Nottawasaga Inn Resort

Book ahead for your Family Day Getaways.

Consider reserving your 2011 winter carnival festival weekend early.

Valentines Day & Family Day Long Weekend

Long Weekends  in February include Valentines Day Getaways and Family Day Getaways Ontario winter getaways at resort destinations and Ontario ski areas are ready for Canada's next two exciting winter weekends.   Winter in Ontario's outdoors include dog sledding, snow tubing, snowboarding, skiing, snowmobiling, skating and snowshoeing.  Consider reserving your 2011 winter carnival festival weekend early. Check the snow & ski conditions and see links to road and driving conditions before heading north of Toronto. Romantic getaways combined with an Ontario spa vacation makes for a fresh healthy Ontario vacation getaway.

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel TourismAssociations

Lake Simcoe (http://www.400eleven.com/lakesimcoe.html)
Lake Simcoe is Toronto's close to home resort destination. It is the first major lake north of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and has often been described as the "Sixth Great Lake". Lake Simcoe is linked to the Great Lakes through the Trent-Severn Historic Waterway to Georgian Bay and Lake Huron. The two largest cities on Lake Simcoe are Barrie, and Orillia both with substantial public marinas, beaches and waterfront parks. Simcoe County, York Region, Durham, and Kawartha Lakes all touch on Lake Simcoe. Many say Lake Simoce is the Ice Fishing Capital of North America. See Lake Simcoe Ontario

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

The Couples Resort - Algonquin Park-Whitney, Ontario

The Couples Resort -The Couples Resort “Romance should always be so Tempting”  February 2011 from $88 per person. Accommodation has extra large Jacuzzi in-front of the Wood Fireplace. Hot tub Accommodation Extra.1st Class Gourmet Dining. 5 Course Dinners Awarded a Top 10 Dining Experience by North American Inns.

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Family Getaway of the Week

Cedars Cottage Resort - Flesherton, Ontario

Cedars Cottage Resort - Enjoy winter in the beautiful Beaver Valley. We are near down hill skiing, cross county skiing, snow boarding, and dog sledding. Cedars is a family oriented housekeeping resort on Eugenia Lake. We have traditional 2 bedroom cottages, and modern 3 bedroom chalets. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen including microwave, colour cable TV, all bedding is provided. Make some hot chocolate and relax by the fireplace, (firewood included Nov. – April). Unwind with a game of pool or table tennis in the Games Room.

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Snowboarding Snow tubing Getaway of the Week

Pinestone Resort & Conference Centre - Haliburton, Ontario

Pinestone Resort & Conference Centre - Learn to Snowboard Package Enjoy two nights accommodation, breakfast in the Heatherwood Restaurant both mornings, and an all inclusive "learn to snowboard" package at Sir Sam’s Ski Hill.  (Snowboarding package includes: full day lift ticket for all slopes, rental equipment and a two hour lesson). From $189 per person, based on double occupancySubject to availability, plus taxes and gratuities

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Best Western North Bay Hotel and Conference Centre - North Bay, Ontario

Best Western North Bay Hotel and Conference Centre - Winter Fun in North Bay The newly renovated Best Western North Bay Hotel and Conference Centre invites you to enjoy some exceptional winter outdoor adventures in North Bay!  Snowmobiling, Snow Shoeing, Cross Country and Down Hill Skiing are all minutes away from the Best Western and our friendly staff will help you plan your winter adventure!

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Spa Getaway of the Week

The Falls Inn - Walter's Falls, Ontario

The Falls Inn - Pamper yourself in your room, at dinner and in the spa.
Includes accommodation, $30 dinner credit in the falls-view dining room
-per person, $100 spa credit (per package) and sawyers continental breakfast.Rates: Maple $145 per person, Cherry $160 per person, Mahogany $175 per person. Rates per person per night double occupancy. NEW! Now use your spa credits towards passes to Le Scandinave Spa at Blue Mountain.

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Attraction of the Week

Scenic Caves Nordic Centre - Collingwood, Ontario

Scenic Caves Nordic Centre - With cross country skiing and snowshoe trails meandering through a quiet forest of sugar maples, beeches and oaks high atop the Niagara Escarpment, Scenic Caves Nordic Centre gives a whole new meaning to winter nature adventures. Nowhere else in Ontario can you snowshoe or hike across Southern Ontario's Longest Suspension Footbridge! Take a breathtaking 130-metre hike across a narrow bridge, arched 25 meters above a treed valley, 300 meters above Georgian Bay.

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Attraction of the Week

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre - Midland, Ontario

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre - TOUR WYE MARSH TRAILS BY DOG SLED  Join Windrift Kennel for an opportunity to mush through the Wye Marsh. Meet their team of Alaskan huskies and a join a Windrift musher on a great winter adventure. Hop in the sled and the mushing team will take you on a thrilling 15 minute tour through Wye Marsh! This is a rare opportunity to participate in this exciting sport. A FAMILY FUN DAY Any idea how you will spend your Family Day? Get started by putting away the board games… this Febru-ary 21st make your Family Day a special one at the Wye Marsh! Ice skate on the Wye Marsh, participate in a scavenger hunt, or go snowshoeing. Roast bannock, go cross-country skiing or learn about reptiles and birds of prey during our live animal shows. Plus, you will have the chance to win a one year member-ship.

Treat the Family in February North of Toronto

Great Family Day Long Weekend Getaways and Valentine's
Getaways are available at Resorts, Inns, Hotels, Cottages, Chalets and Bed & Breakfast Accommodations North of Toronto.

Photo:  Cranberry Resort 

You are sure to keep the Family busy with Family Getaways and Activities this February

Treat that special person with a Valentine's Getaway

February For Lovers and Families

Ontario winter getaway resort destinations and  Ontario ski areas are waiting with a variety of February for Lovers getaways for Valentines Day and outdoor winter sports and snow fun packages for families over the Family Day Weekend.  Winter in Ontario's outdoors include dog sledding, snow tubing, snowboarding, skiing, snowmobiling, skating and snowshoeing.  Consider reserving your 2011 winter carnival festival weekend early. Check the snow & ski conditions and see links to road and driving conditions before heading north of Toronto. Romantic getaways combined with an Ontario spa vacation makes for a fresh healthy Ontario vacation getaway.

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Haliburton Highlands Tourism Region (http://www.haliburtonholidays.com)
The Haliburton Highlands is just two hours north of Toronto, but
it’s also a world away. Unforgettable countryside sculpted
by towering rock formations, majestic forests, postcard-perfect
vistas, and scenic, rolling hills. Whether you want to tube down a lazy river or shoot white water in a kayak, this is the place. With more than 600 lakes and miles of picturesque rivers connecting them, a person could explore our waters for a lifetime and never see the same shoreline twice. The natural environment of the Haliburton Highlands inspires the vibrant arts community that continues to flourish – with artist studios, theatre, outdoor concerts, opera and the Haliburton School of the Arts.

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

The Briars Resort & Spa - Jacksons Point, Ontario

The Briars Resort & Spa - Winter Magic Weekends January 21 to March 7: (including Valentine's and Family Day Weekends) From $129 per person, per night* Include accommodation, all meals, horse-drawn sleigh rides, guided walks, dinner-dance and more! For a complete activities program please click for Winter Magic Weekends and Valentine's Weekend and for Family Day Program *Rates based on 2-night stay and available January 21 - March 7, 2011. Family Day Weekend from $169 per person, per night. One child free (ages 3-11) when sharing room with two adults. Additional discounts for seniors and longer stays. Spa available at additional charge.

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Family Getaway of the Week

Tyrolean Village Resorts, Blue Mountain - Collingwood, Ontario

Tyrolean Village Resorts, Blue Mountain - PERFECT for families and groups! 4 to 9 bedroom Swiss or Executive-Style Chalets located 90min north of Toronto at the base of Blue Mountain, Ontario’s
largest mountain resort. An area renowned for its winter recreation: downhill
skiing, snowboarding, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling,
skating and much more! Our pet friendly chalets have full kitchen, sauna
or jacuzzi or hot tub, fireplace, cable TV and spacious living/dining
areas. Within walking distance to the new Village at Blue featuring entertainment,
dining, shopping, events & festivals! Ask us about discounted ski lift tickets.

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Downhill Skiing Getaway of the Week

Sir Sam's Inn and WaterSpa - Eagle Lake, Ontario

Sir Sam's Inn and WaterSpa - BEST OF WINTER January 3- March 27, 2011 The Best of Winter offers a taste of it all! Three nights lakeside accommodation with thermo-masseur bath & fireplace, dinner and breakfast each day, choice of an exhilarating snowmobile tour or 2 hour dog sled tour, one luxurious spa treatment each and a one-day downhill ski pass. Don't worry, after all that our WaterSpa awaits.

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Ruby's Cottage Resort & B&B - Algonquin Highlands, Ontario

Ruby's Cottage Resort & B&B - Small lakefront Cottage Resort & B&B on Boshkung Lake in Haliburton County. Some cottages with woodstoves (one cottage with private hot tub). Also B&B Suite with personal hot tub. On site games room with satellite TV & ping-pong table, wireless high speed internet, central hot tub room. Dogsledding, cross-country &  downhill ski, snowshoeing, snowmobiling trails, all nearby. Complimentary use of snowshoes & cross-country skis. We are 2.5 hours drive from Toronto. On site ice fishing.

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Viamede - Woodview, Ontario

Viamede - Nestled on the shore line of Spectacular Stoney Lake in the heart of the kawarthas you will enjoy our country inspired Spa & Salon. Enjoy a girls getaway, an intimate escape and pair your stay with one of our many spa services. For more information on our
Spa Getaways visit us online at www.viamede.com.
Spa getways from $ 230.00 per couple.

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Attraction of the Week

Hardwood Ski and Bike - Oro Station, Ontario

Hardwood Ski and Bike -Torino, Vancouver, Nagano… all great trails at Hardwood Ski &Bike only minutes away. Book your stay with us and get the BEST pass rates at Hardwood this season! Hardwood Ski & Bike offers the ultimate Nordic skiing experience Ontario. Trail loops range from 6km to 22km and built for ALL levels. Rentals available on site. Located only 1 hour north of Toronto, Hardwood Ski and Bike and Carriage Ridge Resort offer the best deal this season! Hardwood Ski and Bike is the leading destination for Classic and Skate skiing. Our getaway include, accommodation in a spacious condo-suite at Carriage Ridge Resort, day pass at Hardwood Ski and Bike, lunch at Hardwood Ski and Bike. Getaways from only $89!

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Attraction of the Week

Muskoka Wildlife Centre - Severn Bridge, Ontario

Muskoka Wildlife Centre - A 100 acre wildlife park, featuring exhibits of live animals including moose, wolves, eagles, bears and much more. Everyday, enjoy "Meet the Creature" presentations. Located 20 minutes north of Orillia, right on Highway 11 North. OPEN WEEKENDS ALL YEAR! 

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Groundhog Day Festival Week in Wiarton Ontario

Wiarton Willie Monument near Owen Sound

SaluteTo Canada's famous Ground Hog Wiarton Willie

Ground Hog Day!....Ground Hog Day!, Ground Hog Day! Back again in 2011.  Wiarton Willie has been tossing and turning since his last good meal in October and will be venturing outside to see sunlight glimmering along the sheets of white snow surrounding his burrow. His slumber state will be sure to kick start the end of winter in many minds....Question, what does Mrs. Wiarton Willie do to kick his butt out of the sack!! See Wiarton Willie Festival Information, Stay in Owen Sound Hotels.

Family Day Weekend Getaways & Activities and February For Lovers Getaways North of Toronto

February Family Day Weekend Getaways & Activities and February for
Lovers Getaways are offered at many Resorts, Inns, Hotels, Cottages,

Condos, Chalets and Bed & Breakfast locations North of Toronto

Photo:  Viamede 

Treat the family with a special Family Day Getaway & Activity

Surprise your beloved with a Valentine -February for Lovers Getaways

February For Lovers and Families

Ontario winter getaway resort destinations are waiting with a variety of February for Lovers getaways for Valentines Day and outdoor winter sports and snow fun packages for families over the Family Day Weekend.  Winter in Ontario's outdoors include dog sledding, snow tubing, snowboarding, skiing, snowmobiling, skating and snowshoeing.  Consider reserving your 2011 winter carnival festival weekend early. Check the snow & ski conditions and see links to road and driving conditions before heading north in Ontario. Romantic getaways combined with an Ontario spa vacation makes for a fresh healthy start to any resolutions committed for 2011.

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism  Associations

Georgian Bay Waters Virtual Eco Museum

 (www.georgianbayecomuseum.com)

The waters of Georgian Bay flow from many of the freshest rivers, streams, and fresh water springs in the world. Much of Georgian Bay's water starts flowing from the watershedd surrounding the Bay (a bay that is so immense that Samuel Chaplain called it a "Sweet Sea" en francais, "La Mer Douce" . Many say Georgian Bay is the sixth Great Lake. Georgian Bay Eco Museum attempts to present an overview of Georgian Bay as a tourist destination, and the importance of the watersheds that flow into Georgian Bay...providing a wealth of recreation opportunities that include beach locations, hiking trails, canoe &  kayaking routes, water falls, agricultural communities, waterfront resorts, restaurants & cafes, and farmers' markets; The area includes significant United Nations Biosphere Reserves, National and Provincial Parks, and numerous Ontario Conservation areas. See Georgian Bay Eco Museum or check Georgian Bay Quick Links.

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

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

Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley - Carriage Ridge Resort offers the best choice for a romantic Winter getaway in Central Ontario!
Snow laden forested trails and rolling hills offer the most romantic landscape in Central Ontario. After a quiet countryside dinner at Settlers’ Ghost, returnto your oversized suite complete with a private balcony and kitchen amenities for late night snacks. Or select a 1-Bedroom Suite with a fireplace and Jacuzzi tub... plus a special gift from us.

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Family Getaway of the Week

Birch Lodge - Blind River, Ontario

Birch 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.

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Dog Sledding Getaway of the Week

Rosseau, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa, The - Huntsville, Ontario

Rosseau, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa, The -Two-Night Winter Dog Sledding Package in Muskoka Experience the exhilaration of dog sledding in the beauty of Muskoka! This two-night package includes luxurious accommodation, breakfast daily and dog sledding rides for two. This offer includes: Luxurious accommodation in guest room or suite, Breakfast for two adults daily, 20-minute dog sledding ride for two adults. Dog sledding will run daily from December 26 to January 1 and every Saturday until February 26, weather permitting.

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Glen Echo Cottages - Callander, Ontario

Glen Echo Cottages - Our “Bungalows on the Ice” offer a truly unique experience. Our fully equipped four or six man housekeeping bungalows feature a TV, BBQ, propane heat, lights & stove, a complete set of pots, pans, utensils, as well as a table and chairs. Starting from only $140.00 per person (based on 3 or more per hut), midweek for 2 days; $160.00 per person, weekend for 2 days. (based on full occupancy)

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Wakefield Mill Inn & Spa - Wakefield, (Greater Ottawa Area), Ontario

Wakefield Mill Inn & Spa - Escape to this beautiful historic stone Mill, right in the heart of Gatineau Park. Just 25 minutes from downtown Ottawa, The Wakefield Mill Inn offers fine dining, a gorgeous spa, local shopping, skiing, golf and more.Your romantic spa package includes overnight accommodation, a fabulous Table d'hôte dinner for 2, full country breakfast, one spa treatment per person (your choice) plus discounts on spa products,
use of our falls-side outdoor hot tub and a departure gift.

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Attraction of the Week

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Haliburton, Ontario

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Wolf Centre Our wolves roam freely in a 15 acre enclosure. Hours of operation: Victoria Day Weekend to Thanksgiving Weekend ( 7 days a week 10 am - 5pm) Remainder of Year (Saturday & Sundays 10 am - 5 pm) Snowmobiling in the Forest Haliburton Forest has 60,000 acres of forest wilderness with 50 lakes and numerous ponds and creeks make it a snowmobiling wonderland. Dogsledding at Haliburton Forest - Dogsledding at its Best Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve Ltd consists of 60,000 acres of forested, rolling hills interspersed with more than 50 lakes and hundreds of wetlands. Winding through the forest are more than 300 kilometers of groomed trails making this a dogsledder's paradise. Hidden along the trails are a number of small camps and shelters providing scenic locations to have a snack, warm up or stay overnight.

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Attraction of the Week

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

 

Ontario Northland's Polar Bear Express - The Polar Bear Express is a well renowned summer excursion train which departs from Cochrane, Ontario daily except Saturdays during the summer excursion schedule in 2011. Your journey will take you through spectacular forests and rugged wetlands, and across mighty rivers once navigated by early natives, explorers and fur traders. Ride the rails 186 miles to the edge of the Arctic and immerse yourself in Cree culture. New packages are available for the 2011 summer season

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Plan your Winter Outdoor Ontario Outings

SNOW SHOEING ON A SUNNY DAY

NORTH IN ONTARIO

Winter Carnivals highlight the months of January and February. Check the January events and festivals and plan your winter vacation north in Ontario's Cottage Country via Highway 400 North to Highway 11, Highway 60, or Highway 26.

Winter sports for kids and family resort destinations can be found with a selection of Ontario outdoor winter adventure packages or a more relaxed winter family getaway.

Ontario Residents Embrace Winter Outdoor Sports

Dog sledding races in Haliburton Onario

Today's Toronto Star report in Business provides insight to the winter fun and excitement north of the GTA.

Jack Frost boosts bottom line by Josh Rubin

Visitors are heading north in droves according to those interviewed in the article above...packages are offered for the popular outdoor activities such as Dog Sledding Getaways,  Down Hill Skiing Getaways, and Ontario Ice Fishing Getaways have been busy at resorts and destinations providing those services.

Rubin states, "for ski resorts and other parts of Ontario’s winter tourism industry, all that snow has been like white gold".  More and more Canadians are embracing staycations in Canada....and foregoing southern destinations......all good news for the tourism and travel industry.  See more winter getaway packages in Ontario.  

Winter Travel North of Toronto Featured by CTC

Ontario's Lake Country is a designated resort destination north of Toronto recently featured by the Canadian Tourism Commission under the story headline. Weekend: Ontario’s Lake Country.

Curling on Lake Simcoe at Barrie Winter Carnival

"Making friends with winter—if you’re gonna do it, this is the place."  In addition to Lake Country most of Ontario north of Toronto is a winter wonderland during the Jan. Feb. months with an array of Winter Carnivals and Winterfests ready for families and couples wanting to embrace the Canadian winter.  The Lake Country designation takes in the Orillia Ontario area which is also considered part of the Collingwood/Blue Mountain, Barrie, Midland snowbelt region of Ontario. Check the  Snowbelt Getaway Package links for accommodation and winter outdoor sports and recreation activities and attractions. 

Family Day Weekend Activities and familValentine's Getaways North of Toronto

Family Day Weekend Getaways & Activities and February
Valentine's Getaways are popular at Resorts, Inns, Cottages, Condos, Chalets, Lodges, Hotels, Bed & Breakfast Accommodations North of Toronto

Photo:  Pine Vista Resort

Book now for Family Day Weekend & Activities and February Valentine's Getaways

Family Day Weekend Getaways in Ontario's outdoors can include dog sledding, snow tubing, snowboarding, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, skating and snowshoeing. 

 Valentine's is around the corner.  Surprise your special sweetheart with a romantic getaway.

Ontario Romantic Getaways & Winterfest Fun

Resorts in Ontario and winter getaway destinations are waiting with a variety of outdoor winter sports and snow fun packages for Family Day Weekend.  Winter in Ontario's outdoors include dog sledding, snow tubing, snowboarding, skiing, snowmobiling, skating and snowshoeing.  Consider reserving your 2011 winter carnival festival weekend early. Check the snow & ski conditions and see links to road and driving conditions before heading north in Ontario. Romantic getaways combined with an Ontario spa vacation makes for a fresh healthy start to any resolutions committed for 2011.

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Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Ontario's Famous Algonquin Area
(http://www.400eleven.com/algonquin-area.html)
The largest designated area on Ontario maps is the large green patch north of Toronto called Algonquin Park. The park is considered part of the "border" between northern Ontario and southern Ontario. This area is one of the greatest year round outdoor recreation areas in all of Canada and is a must stop for many tourists and Ontario residents. Known for outstanding canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and the renowned portage adventures, visitors quickly imagine the voyageurs who travelled the wilderness. The straight line border of the Park outlined on maps is only a part of the Algonquin story, as watersheds run through the park East to the Ottawa River, and west to Georgian Bay where the First Nations traded goods with early European explorers. See links to nearby towns, accommodation, cottage resorts, Inns, B&B canoe rentals, resorts with canoeing and kayaking getaway packages and wildlife viewing. Ontario Algonquin Area

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

Blue Moon Retreat - Purdy, Ontario

Blue Moon Retreat - 4 Luxury Cottages with their own: Fireplace, Hot Tub, Sauna, (42-61´´) HDTV with DVD Player, Home Theatre Surround Sound, 4 Seasons, 800 to 2,000 sq. ft., Patio Doors in master bedroom, Some with Jacuzzi, rain shower.... We invite you & your special someone to unwind, relax & rejuvenate at our small cottage resort on a peaceful lake in the Algonquin Highlands. Enjoy nature in luxury. All Inclusive Prices. “We enjoyed our stay so much thanks to the amazing
view, the luxurious facilities and the fun activities available. ..Thanks
for keeping this place so beautiful and friendly.” July 2008

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Family Getaway of the Week

Clear Lake Village Resort - Torrance, Ontario

Clear Lake Village Resort - Winter is a fantastic time of year to spend in Muskoka. Enjoy our yearround 4 bedroom cottage with full kitchen, living room, dining area, 4 piece bath, laundry, screened porch with hot tub and cozy wood stove. We are located directly on a snowmobile trail…or enjoy cross country skiing from your doorstep, throughout our 12 acre property…and beyond.A municipal open air skating rink is just a few minutes away, and weare located just minutes to Bala, Port Carling and Gravenhurst forfantastic shopping, dining, attractions and spas. There's lots to do
in Muskoka…but sometimes the best thing to do is nothing at all…

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Cross Country Skiing Getaway of the Week

Delta Grandview Resort - Huntsville, Ontario

Delta Grandview Resort - Includes accomodation
Complimentary access to cross country skiis & boots and access to
all on-site trails.Complimentary access to all on-site recreational and nature facilitiesPlease contact us for Room Rates

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Ruby's Cottage Resort & B&B - Algonquin Highlands, Ontario

Ruby's Cottage Resort & B&B - Small lakefront Cottage Resort & B&B on Boshkung Lake in Haliburton County. Some cottages with woodstoves (one cottage with private hot tub). Also B&B Suite with personal hot tub. On site games room with satellite TV & ping-pong table, wireless high speed internet, central hot tub room. Dogsledding, cross-country & downhill ski, snowshoeing, snowmobiling trails, all nearby. Complimentary use of snowshoes & cross-country skis. We are 2.5 hours drive from Toronto. On site ice fishing.From $130/night.

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Taboo Resort, Golf and Spa - Gravenhurst, Ontario

Taboo Resort, Golf and Spa - Muskoka Spa Package - Starting at $338/couplePamper yourself with our Muskoka Spa Package. Experience the tranquility of Indulgence, the Spa at Taboo and enjoy a $200 spa voucher towards a spa treatment of your choice. After a long rejuvenating day, relax in a Classic Room and enjoy all the other amenities that Taboo has to offer.

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Attraction of the Week

Shania Twain Centre - Timmins, Ontario

Shania Twain Centre - Built in honor of the famous hometown girl, the Shania Twain Centre enables fans from around the world to find out more about this popular superstar. The Shania Twain Centre was built to celebrate Shania, her successes and her growth from young artist in Timmins to international superstar. The Centre includes a 4,000-square-foot exhibit space on Shania, a 1,200-square-foot traveling exhibit space and a 1,000-square-foot retail area and houses over a $1-million worth in memorabilia including awards and clothing loaned by Shania.

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Attraction of the Week

MacLaren Art Centre - Barrie, Ontario

The MacLarenArtCentre is Simcoe County's regional public art gallery providing innovative, relevant and accessible programming. The award winning building houses four galleries, an education centre, gallery shop and licensed café with a secluded patio. The MacLaren is centrally located with ample parking making it a must see year round destination. The MacLaren is open seven days a week, Mon to Fri, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Sunday noon to 4:00 pm. Closed statutory holidays. Admission is voluntary. Suggested donation $5

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Winter Carnivals Continue this Weekend North of Toronto

Winter Carnivals in Ontario embrace sports, culture, recreation and outdoor fun with Canadian tradition deeply rooted in our heritage.  The Canadian spirit is always present at one of the many winter carnivals, snow fests, winterfests, snow festivals or ice festivals north of Toronto.

PHOTO:  Barrie Winter Carnival--see more photos


Winter in Ontario carnival fun includes skating, dog sledding, ice carvings, outdoor ice slides, outdoor curling, ice mazes, snow tubing, toboggan rides, wood splitting, wood burning fires, axe throwing, lumberjack antics, snow tubing, hot chocolate, hot cider, face painting, clowns, and smash-up car derbies. The 2011 Senior Winter Games is hosted in Haliburton at the same time as Winterfest. 

Great Winter Value Getaways North of Toronto

Great Winter Getaways can be found at Resorts, Inns, Hotels, Bed & Breakfast Accommodations, Cottages, Cottage Resorts, Condo and Chalet destinations north of Toronto.


Dogsledding Getaways
Ahmic Lake Woodland Echoes Resort
Couples Resort 

Cross Country Skiing Getaways

Norsemen -Walker Lake Resort & Restaurant
Township of Algonquin Highlands Trail Department

Downhill Skiing Getaways
Carriage Ridge Resort
Sir Sam's Inn & WaterSpa


Ice Fishing Getaways
Comfort Inn Orillia
Pleasant Cove Resort


Snowmobiling Getaways
Blue Spruce Resort
Spectacle Lake Lodge

Snowshoeing Getaways
Comfort Inn Midland
Cranberry Resort 

Snowboarding & Snowtubing Getaways
Beauview Cottage Resort
Tyrolean Village Resorts