Romance in the Air North of Toronto

Romance is in the air with great romantic getaway packages for the weekend or mid-week from a sample of Resorts, Inns, Bed & Breakfasts and Lodges.

Photo: Little Lake Inn Bed & Breakfast

HV Hidden Valley Resort

Elora Mill Inn

The Briars Resort & Spa

Sam Jakes Inn

Eganridge Inn and Spa

Little Lake Inn Bed & Breakfast

Oakview Lodge

Ste. Anne's Country Inn Spa
Hunter Creek Inn

Pretty River Valley Inn

Lady Esther Esthetics Day Spa Bed and Breakfast

Click here for additional romantic getaway packages.

Sneak Away this Spring for a Romantic, Spa or Spring Getaway North of Toronto

Romantic, Spa and Spring Getaways are available in the following areas:

Honey Harbour, Lakefield, Merrickville and Algonquin Park Whitney

Photo: Couples Resort

Spa Getaways Delawana Inn Spa and Conference Resort

Romantic Getaways The Village Inn Lakefield

Spring Getaways Sam Jakes Inn

Spa Getaways Couples Resort

Inns North of Toronto ReceiveTop Ontario Hospitality Awards

Three 400Eleven member inns received WOW awards for exceptional hospitality from Ontario's Finest Inn's and Spas.

Millcroft Inn & Spa offer an overall spa experience that is detailed and comprehensive. From the comfy lounge areas to the healthy treats to the amazing services to the warm and professional staff to attention to every detail, the guest is spoiled.

Photo: Millcroft Inn & Spa

Ste. Anne's Country Inn & Spa most generous use of idle time

The service providers here do not miss one opportunity to offer 'little extras' for guests and make use of idle time. Whether it's sending the pedicure tools and left over lotion or the exfoliating gloves home with the guest or giving a leg massage while the mask dries or a head massage while the client is wrapped up, the guest is always made to feel spoiled!

Avalon Spa - Inn at Christie's Mill best health questionnaire
The health questionnaire that guests are asked to fill out at this spa is a two way communication tool. The client is asked pertinent questions, but also reads information about opportunities and procedures that are good to know.

See WOW awards for more information.

Spring, Spa, Fishing and Victoria Day Weekend Packages North of Toronto

There are a lot of spring getaways and packages for relaxing, fishing, and Victoria Day Weekend available at Minden Crystal Falls and Haliburton:

Photo: Chalet in the Woods

Spa Getaways -Oakview Lodge

Fishing Getaways -Okimot Lodge

Victoria Day Weekend Getaways -Chalet in the Woods

Ontario Travel Fishing Updates Stories

Something fishy's going on in today's Toronto Star, will give some perspecitive on the 2009 Fishing Season now under way in Ontario

"The first is an Ontario fishing licence available through the Natural
Resources ministry, outdoors stores and most lodges. And as of Sept. ... See complete story
<http://www.thestar.com/Travel/article/626426>

For More on Ontario Fishing
See Ontario Fishing Regulations
See Fishing Getaways in Ontario

Ontario Travel to the Wild Side at Wye Marsh Midland

Midland, Ontario-Tay Township – Wye Marsh is pleased to kick-off our new twelve-month Wye Nature Workshop series with the Wildflower Gardening Workshop hosted by the Wildflower Gardeners. Together with the volunteer gardeners, we are offering a unique workshop on Saturday, May 2, 2009. Come for a spectacular wildflower garden slideshow and learn from the ladies as they share general instructions for constructing or enhancing your own garden. In addition, you will plant your very own wildflower seed to take home, partake in a guided walk through the Wye Marsh’s garden and we’ll conclude the workshop with a special wildflower tea party.

Photo: Marsh Marigolds at Wye Marsh.

Collectively, this group of volunteers has over 500 years experience in wildflower gardening. We look forward to sharing this wealth of knowledge with you, as you’re sure to be inspired and will want to cultivate your own wildflower garden at home. Oh, and this would make an excellent early Mother’s Day gift! Pre-registration required. Phone: 705-(705) 526-7809

Family, Mountain Bike Adventure & Golf Getaways North of Toronto

Family, Mountain Biking Adventures & Golf Getaways can be found at the following locations: Gowganda, Oro Station, Barrie Photo: Lookout Point Camp

Family Getaways Lookout Point Camp
Mountain Biking Getaways Hardwood Ski and Bike
Golf Getaways Horseshoe Resort

Ontario Hiking Getaways North or Toronto

The spring hiking and canoeing season is under way north of Toronto. Hiking getaways although available year round when one wears snowshoes, is primarily a three season activity(spring, summer, fall). Many resorts, inns, and cottage resort destinations have hiking on site, combined with a Hiking Getaway package. Photo: Shamrock Lodge Muskoka. Destinations from the Algonquin area to the Bruce Peninsula offer some of the best hiking in Canada. You can also combine a hiking and canoeing getaway in one vacation.

Relaxing Romantic, Spa & Family Getaways North of Toronto

Relaxing Getaways for the famly or the couple is available at the following locations:
Minett, Barrie and Midland

Photo of The Rosseau - A JW Mariott Resort & Spa

Spa Getaways The Rosseau -A JW Marriott Resort & Spa
Family Getaways Carriage Ridge Resort
Romantic Getaway Best Western Midland

Cottage Country Dreams Ontario North of Toronto

For many Ontario residents the ideal of owning a cottage is at the forefront of pure leisure time endeavours, be it canoeing, swimming, (Lake Photo: Ogopogo Resort-Haliburton) snowmobiling or lazing by a lake in the summer or a cozy fire (Cottage with fireplace: Hay Lake Lodge and Cottages near Algonquin) in the winter. Future retiree's will say, "I can't wait to have more time to spend at the cottage". Unfortunately for many cottage life will only be a dream as far as ownership, however with the many private cottage owners, and cottage resorts a family or a couple can experience a luxury or rustic Ontario cottage experience at very reasonable prices. Now is the the time to book your cottage vacation. See the various types of cottages available for vacation rentals north of Toronto.

Spring Activities and Getaways

Spring activities: Fishing, Golf and relaxing is available at the following locations: Gilmour, Utterson, Picton, Gilmour Minden, Arnstein and Port Severn .

Photo: Diamond in the Ruff


Spring & Golf Getaways Beaver Creek Resort
Spring & Golf Getaways Diamond in the Ruff
Fishing Getaways West Lake Willows
Fishing Getaways Buckeye Cottages
Spring Getaways Loralea Country Inn Resort
Fishing Getaways Whip-Poor-Will Lodge
Fishing Getaways Muskey's Landing

Enjoy the beauty of Spring

Enjoy the beauty of Spring at the following locations: Port Severn, Emsdale, Collingwood, Gravenhurst, Grafton, Walter's Falls, Midland and Huntsville.

Photo: Taboo Resort, Golf and Spa

Mother's Day Weekend Getaways Inn at Christie's Mill
Family Getaways Algonquin Woods
Family Getaways Blue Mountain Lodges
Spring Getaways Taboo Resort
Spa Getaways Ste. Anne's Country Inn Spa
Mother's Day Weekend Getaways The Falls Inn
Spring Getaways Comfort Inn Midland
Spring Getaways Tulip Inn

Golf Season North of Toronto Ontario Canada

Golfing Getaways and Packages at inns and resorts provide some of the best golf deals for green fees and tee off times north of Toronto. More than 50 golf packages provide golfing opportunities for the spring summer months-one continuous golf vacation.

Photo: Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley
Accessible and affordable golf packages and courses for recreational and championship level golfers are listed below. Ontario golf courses vary from the traditional 9-hole course, par three courses to one of the newest top rated courses Taboo, Mike Weir's home course near Gravenhurst. Mix a little golf with a fishing getaway or spa getaway.

Plan a great Spring Getaway North of Toronto

Plan a nice get away for the Spring with your family at the following locations:
Barry's Bay, Severn Bridge, Huntsville, Walter's Falls, North Bay and Sudbury

Photo: Bayview Wildwood Resort

Spring Getaways -Barry's Bay Cottage Resort

Family Getaways -Bayview Wildwood Resort

Spring Getaways -Tulip Inn

Mother's Day Weekend Getaway -The Falls Inn

Family Getaways -Holiday Inn Express North Bay

Spa Getaways -Comfort Inn North Bay

Spring Getaways -Best Western North Bay

Family Getaways -Travelodge Sudbury

Spring Getaways -Comfort Inn Sudbury East

Victoria Weekend Getaways

Spring is definitely here so plan a nice get away for the Victoria Day weekend for the first official spring holiday. Victoria Day Weekend is a great time to have some family fun at the following locations: Lakefield, Honey Harbour, Dwight, MacTier, Minden and Port Severn.

Photo: Pine Vista Resort

Victoria Weekend Getaways Pine Vista Resort
Victoria Weekend Getaways Delawana Inn Spa & Conference Resort
Victoria Day Weekend Getaways Nor'Loch Lodge Resort
Victoria Day Weekend Getaways Delta Rocky Crest Resort
Victoria Day Weekend Getaways Ogopogo Resort
Victoria Day Weekend Getaways Severn Lodge

Ontario Mother's Day Travel-Spas-Brunches.

Ontario's next significant celebration will be Mother's Day on Sunday May 10th, 2009. A few suggestions are Spa Getaways, Spa Gift Certificates, Mother's Day Brunch or Dinner, or treat mother to a Day Spa north of Toronto. For many moms a long weekend May getaway might provide the nice rest, relaxation and pampering she desrves.

Easter Weekend Events North of Toronto

Float your Fanny - the race is on - Northumberland Today - Ontario, CA
As well, the HBIA is hosting a scavenger hunt using merchant window
displays and there will be a chili challenge, all between 11 a.m. and 3
p.m., says Kailyn Kelly of Port Hope Tourism. For more information, visit
the tourism kiosk on ...
<http://www.northumberlandtoday.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1518041>

SPRING FLING AT ONTARIO'S WYE MARSH

FREE with general admission!
4 Days of Family Fun and Adventure
Friday, April 10 through to Monday, April 13 http://www.wyemarsh.com/events.html

Travel North for great Spring Getaways

It is time to think about travelling North for a Spring vacation to beautiful locations such as Haliburton, Huntsville, Muskoka, Port Carling, Port Severn, Magnetawan, Ottawa, Callander, Buckhorn, Midland, Collingwood, Picton, and Gowganda. See options below.

PHOTO: Sherwood Inn on Lake Joseph, Muskoka

Family Getaways Delta Grandview Resort

Family Getaways -Delta Pinestone Resort

Family Getaways -Glen Echo Cottages

Easter Getaways -Delta Sherwood Inn

Spa Getaways -Wakefield Mill Inn and Spa

Romantic Getaways -The Bourget Inn

Family Getaways -Cranberry Resort

Spring Getaways -Colonial Bay Cottage Resort

Spring Getaways -West Lake Willows

Spring Getaways -Lookout Point Camp

Spring Getaways - Logging Chain Lodge

Easter Getaways -Sunnylea Resort

Spring Getaways -Ahmic Lake Woodland Echoes Resort

Mother's Day, Golf, Fishing & Spring/summer Getaways

Here are Mother's Day getaways, fishing getaways, golf getaways and spring getaways

Mother's Day Getaways -Rawley Resort
Spring getaways -Blue Mountain -Chateau Ridge Condominium
Golf Getaways -Blue Mountain Chalet -Villa Rossa
Fishing Getaways -Comfort Inn Orillia
Summer Getaways -Delta Rocky Crest Resort

Algonquin Park Area Spring Resort Adventures

The beauty of spring in the Algonquin Park area can be an adventurous outdoor experience. Spring is one of the best times of the year to see moose and deer before the foliage fills in. It is not unusual to see Moose browsing beside the roads in the Highway 60 corridor. There is a variety of accommodation in the area and a number of road trips in and around the Algonquin area Canoeing is one of the preferred methods to get into the interior of the park, however a number of hiking trails also will get you into the interior of Algonquin Park. See Algonquin Park resort area road trips



http://www.400eleven.com/algonquin-area.html

Ontario Beach Time Just Around the Corner

Ontario is "Beach Country"
As Ontario's lakes melt, summer beaches come to mind and a number of stories are starting to appear about Ontario's beaches. We who live in Ontario know we have some of the best beaches in the world, and close to home or the new "staycation "family will be looking for great Ontario fun beach experiences. Westerners thinking about Ontario as a holiday destination should read "Beach Blanket Ontario" byJoanne Laucius about "Ontario's Great Beaches" . Although the focus is towards the amazing stretch of Wasaga Beach (the longest fresh water beach in the world) along Georigan Bay, there are 100's of Ontario fresh water beaches waiting for family fun, or remote beaches for summer romance and private getaways. Most Ontario resorts have lakefronts with beaches, or access to nearby lakes with sand beaches. See more Ontario beaches.

easter, spring, golf, family getaways

Easter, Family, Golf and spring getaways from our members

Spring Getaways Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve
Family Getaway Terrawoods Cottages
Easter Getaways Irwin Inn
Golf Getaways Deerhurst Resort
Family Getaway Trillium Resort & Spa

Spring getaways: Easter, Golfing, Fishing, Spa

New spring getaways from our members


Easter Getaways Best Western Highland Inn & Conference Centre
Golf Getaways Buttermilk Falls Resort
Spa Getaways Deerhurst Resort
Easter Getaways Trillium Resort & Spa
Fishing Getaways Quiet Bay Log Motel
Spring Getaways Echo Falls Cottage
Spring Getaways Cedar Point Cottage, South Bay

Cottage Rentals Spring and Summer

Cottage rentals in the spring, summer, fall and winter offer the perfect getaway time north of Toronto in cottage country. Families or couples can choose their cottage rental accommodation from a variety of categories. Many cottages today vary in terms of the romantic cottage with fireplace, hot tub and jacuzzi for two or a Honeymoon couple, up to to multi-levels of bedrooms for accommodation of 10 or more guests with several bedrooms for large families or groups for their summer vacation holiday or extended summer family cottage vacation. Check out one of the spring getaway packages or summer getaway packages at a resort destination north of Toronto.

Early Spring in Barrie On Lake Simcoe

Be a Snowfer, Ice sailer, Ice Kiter, winter sailer, winter kiter,
Entertainment for those who watch, and adventure for those who participate. Who new there were so many names, Winter sailing. Come out and watch the fun, or bring your own.
Stay in Barrie, and experience the fun. Reserve Barrie and area Hotel and Resort Rooms

Ontario Easter, Spring, Summer, Fishing Family and Golf Getaways

Easter, Spring, Summer, Fishing, Family and Golf Getaway updates from our members.

Family Getaways Chalets at Blue
ATV Getaways Birch Lodge
Easter Getaways Ste. Anne's Country Inn Spa
Easter Getaways West Nipissing Resort
Golf Getaways Barry's Bay Golf Resort
Fishing Getaways Black Lake Cabins
Summer Getaways Sir Sam's Inn and WaterSpa

Ontario Resort Destinations Maple Syrup Report

Maple Syrup Report for Week of March 23, 2009-North of Toronto

Central, northern and eastern maple producing regions should see some ideal sap flow conditions with consecutive freezing nights and thawing days predicted. Weather forecasts for the upcoming week in later areas predict that sap flow may be very good early in the week, again late in the week and continue into next weekend. See maple syrup fesitvals and related maple activities.

See the entire report from the Ministry of Agriculture at http://apps.omafra.gov.on.ca/scripts/english/crops/agriphone/article.asp?ID=1646

Easter, Romantic, Family, Nature Adventure, Spring Summer Getaways

We have received more updates for Easter, family, romantic, nature adventure, Hiking, Canoeing & Kayaking, ATV getaways, spring getaways from our members.

Hiking Getaways and Canoeing & Kayaking Getaways -Ansaku B & B + More
ATV Getaways -Marten River Lodge
Spring Getaways -Pretty River Valley Inn
Spring Getaways -Bondi Village Resort
Spring Getaways -Willow Beach Cottages
Romantic Getaways - Hummingbird Hill Spa -Country Retreat
Spring Getaways -At Cooper Lake Cottages
SummerGetaways -Sandy Lane Resort
Easter Getaways -Eganridge Inn & Spa
Spring Getaways -Ruby's Cottage Resort
Nature Adventure Getaway -Northridge Inn and Resort

Ontario Spa Spring Travel and Getaways North

Learn about the latest spa trends and plan your spring summer spa holiday or getaway vacation north of Toronto. Combine the best of fresh air walks, spring summer hikes, soothing spa treatments in the very relaxed atmosphere of a health friendly environment. A resort lakeside vacation or country inn setting is ideal with the rural Ontario landscapes. Possible locations are as diverse as Muskoka, Bancroft, Barrie, Wasaga Beach, or Haliburton, and Georgian Bay. Reflection, relaxation and sensual awareness are enhanced north of Toronto. A spa treatment, followed by a glass of wine sitting on your balcony or deck watching a sunset over the lake will leave you relaxed and refreshed. See Ontario Spa Getaways

Ontario Spring Skiing-End of March Break

Ministry of Tourism is reporting a great start to Spring and Spring Skiing north of Toronto

"It’s the first official day of spring and it is going to be a beautiful sunny, early spring type day with temperatures edging up to around the +4 degrees Celsius mark across ski country. Snow surfaces will start off the day as machine groomed granular snow and turn soft later this afternoon. We can expect a great spring ski weekend on the slopes and trails with temperatures reaching the +4 to +6 degrees Celsius range along with lots of sunshine. We still have a few cross country opportunities available as well; however they are limited to the snow belt areas of central and northern Ontario."

End of March Break--There is still time to take advantage of the many March Break Getaways at resort destinations north of Toronto.

Ontario Spring Summer Travel News, Activities, Getaways

Wye Marsh March Fun Continues Midland, Tay Township Ontario Canada………..March 19, 2009 – Wye Marsh offers fun, affordable and enjoyable activities for everyone during March. The Sweetwater Maple Syrup Harvest Festival takes place............

Algonquin Park Lakeside Inn Offers New Wildlife Experience and Birding Packages Press release from: Algonquin Lakeside Inn - Dwight, Ontario – For over a century, Algonquin Provincial Park, located approximately two and a half hours north of Toronto, has been a favourite destination for wildlife and nature enthusiasts, as well as artists and photographers. It is a protected wilderness sanctuary of majestic forests, lakes, rivers and wetlands.

Maple Syrup report March 17, 2009- Ontario Ministry of Agriculture. Weather forecasts for the upcoming week suggest good sap flow may occur early in the week and again by the coming weekend. Maple producers can check for new sap flow each day where temperatures warm to around plus 5 C degrees C higher, following freezing nights. Where new sap flow is forecast, try to process previously collected sap from storage tanks as soon as possible to ensure storage for additional sap is available. Maple producers can be caught off guard for sap storage where large sap flow events occur. See maple syrup fesitvals and related maple activities. See the entire report from the Ministry of Agriculture at http://apps.omafra.gov.on.ca/scripts/english/crops/agriphone/article.asp?ID=1644

Muskoka Inn Features “Fawlty Towers “Getaway Package Port Severn, Muskoka Ontario.................March, 2009. Aficionados of the popular British comedy series Fawlty Towers will be in their element during the “Very Fawlty Dinner” event March 28 at The Inn at Christie’s Mill. Visitors can select from the dinner only package, or stay overnight and enjoy the fun filled evening. Overnight packages start at $309 per couple per night and include your room, a 5 course meal for 2, breakfast for 2 and of course the crazy evening.

The Norsemen Restaurant WINE TASTING DINNER Saturday May 2, 2009 20% off Cottage Rates for people participating in the Wine Tasting Dinner. Internationally renowned Sommelier Alan Marginean and Chef Harvey Cross have teamed up to develop a spectacular five course dinner paired with wines selected from around the world to deliver the perfect food/wine match.

Couples Weekend Retreat April 17-19, 2009 The Briars Resort & Spa is again offering a unique “Experience” weekend this April 17-19, 2009. This Retreat is focused on Couples who want to get away and re-connect with each other, enjoy great meals, slow down life’s pace and have a little fun. The Briars is located only one hour from Toronto on beautiful Lake Simcoe.

Easter, Mother's Day, Family, Romantic & Spring Getaways

Our members have been sending us Easter Getaways, Mother's Day Getaways, Romantic Getaways and updating spring getaways.

Romantic getaways Blue Mountain Chalets & Mountain Springs Resort
Family getaways Best Western Midland
Easter getaways Tally Ho Inn
Spring getaways Ruby's Cottage Resort
Easter getaways Eganridge Inn and Spa
Mother's Day getaways Rawley Resort
Spring getaways Delta Pinestone

Ontario Spring & Summer Updates

More Spring getaways updates from our members

Fishing getaway at Marten River Lodge
Fishing getaway at Mill Lake Cottage Resort
Family getaways at Ahmic Lake Resort
Family getaways at Four Winds Cottage Resort
Family getaways at Green Wilderness Lodge
Spring getaways at the Millcroft Inn and Spa
Spring getaways at Private Muskoka Luxury Chalet

More Ontario March Break News March 18, 2009

Signs of Spring: March Break - Bradford Times - Ontario, CA

12 Mar 2009 Weekends; and daily during March Break. Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for kids and Seniors, free for children under 4 at both locations. Parking is free at Bruce’s Mill, $4 at Kortright. See www.trcaparks.ca/maplesyrup ... Bradford Times - http://www.bradfordtimes.ca/ See more information on Maple Syrup Festivals

Activities aplenty to keep kids busy March break - Belleville ...12 Mar 2009
March break hits with a thud Monday and to help parents decide how to keep children busy during the week of March 16-22, the following lists day camps and special programs in the Quinte Region. • Belleville’s recreation and community ...
Belleville Intelligencer - http://www.intelligencer.ca/ - References

See March Break Getaways for activities for kids and adults north of Toronto

March Spring Break Updates--March 17, 2009

SHACK, CORSON TO BE AT SIMCOE COUNTY MUSEUM
The Barrie Examiner - Barrie,Ontario,Canada
The event features the top teams from across Ontario and select teams from
the United States playing at the Hershey Centre in Mississauga. Barrie will
be in ...
<http://www.thebarrieexaminer.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1480940>

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Maple Syrup Production Updates for this week--Ministry of Agriculture

Weather forecasts for the upcoming week suggest good sap flow may occur early in the week and again by the coming weekend. Maple producers can check for new sap flow each day where temperatures warm to around plus 5 �C higher, following freezing nights. Where new sap flow is forecast, try to process previously collected sap from storage tanks as soon as possible to ensure storage for additional sap is available.
See Maple Syrup Festivals During March Break 2009

Ontario Travel News Spring Updates March 2009

Spring is around the corner and several of our member properties have updated their Spring Getaway Packages.

Ste. Anne's Country Inn Spa

Inn at the Falls

Private Luxury Muskoka Chalet Rental

Mill Lake Cottage Resort

Ontario Travel March Break--Blog News

Sir Sam’s Ski Hill for March Break — fun, fun, fun!! | Featured ...
By admin
Fantastik spring skiing is now happening at Sir Sam's Ski Area in Haliburton County. Come on up and soak up some sun on one of the largest decks in ski.
Haliburton, Ontario Cottage Resort - http://www.willowbeach.com/blog/

Tapping ceremony officially starts syrup season
The North Bay Nugget - North Bay,Ontario,Canada
Nipissing MPP Monique Smith, Nipissing-Temiskaming MP Anthony Rota and Powassan councillor George Thompson tried their hands at tapping the old fashioned ...
See all stories on this topic

Wolf Centre March Break Fun | Featured Local Events | Haliburton ...
By admin
The Wolf Centre at the Haliburton Forest is open daily during March Break 2009. If you've never been to the Wolf Centre now is a good time to go. They have a.
Haliburton, Ontario Cottage Resort - http://www.willowbeach.com/blog/

Maple Syrup Madnesss In Ontario

Get out with the family and enjoy
some March Break Fun with Maple Syrup Festivals, events and pancake breakfasts. See March Break Getaways for Kids, and Maple Syrup Festivals, or getaway north of Toronto with one of the many Spring March Break getaway packages.

Ontario March Travel--Wildlife Viewing

March Break Signals Time for Summer Vacation Plans

As the Spring March Break starts many families and couples will be deciding on the many Ontario resort destiantions for their annual holiday and family vacation north of Toronto. Long holiday Spring weekends offer shorter holiday times for Easter Getaways in April, the Victoria Day weekend in May. The summer vacation season starts in June and Canadians are looking forward to warmer weather, and the holiday season for their annual one or two weeks summer vacation.

Ontario Spa Getaways: Stress relief during tough times!!

The first of its kind Global Consumer Study on spa behaviour (released in February) indicates that stress is the number one reason for visiting a spa. The study was conducted by Research International in conjunction with the International Spa Association.

Photo: St. Anne's Spa Northeast of Toronto

The study compared consumer trends in 15 countries including Canada. The study claims to be the most thorough and up-to-date information on why people spa. “And hands down, in every single country, the number one reason people go to a spa is to relax and relieve or reduce stress.”

Visitors travelling north of Toronto can be assured that the level of stress reductions starts the moment you drive into the many rural and lakeside settings in the resort destinations in the many towns, villages, and communities in Ontario’s rural heartland.

Ontario Travel North of Toronto identifies a number of Ontario Spas, as well as more than 30 spa packages for day visits or a mini holiday combined with overnight accommodation. Girls spa weekends have become popular for girlfriends getaways where spa treatments create a level of bonding and friendship renewal in a relaxed atmosphere of more pristine environment away from city life and day-to-day tasks. Many of the spa locations operate on a year round basis offering spa treatments by spa professionals in a soothing lake side setting
"We've known stress relief was the primary reason why Americans (Canadians)visited spas. Now, with the ISPA 2008 Global Consumer Study we know stress is the number one reason people visit spas worldwide," said ISPA President Lynne McNees. "Stress affects more than just our lives at work and at home, it affects our health. So take time to de-stress, by getting a massage; it could end up saving your health down the road."

Other key findings from the ISPA 2008 Global Consumer Study include:

• Worldwide, massage is the most popular treatment.
• In North American & Europe, roughly 50% of spa-goers used a gift card.
• The top motivators for visiting a spa are recommendations from family, friends or health care practitioners, and price incentives.

The ISPA 2008 Global Consumer Study is available at www.experienceispa.com.

About ISPA
ISPA is recognized worldwide as the leading professional organization and voice of the spa industry. Founded in 1991, ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational and networking opportunities, promoting the value of the spa experience and speaking as the authoritative voice to foster professionalism and growth. Spas are places devoted to enhancing overall well-being through a variety of professional services that encourage the renewal of mind, body and spirit.

About Ontario Travel North of Toronto
The Ontario Travel North of Toronto website specifically identifies rural resorts and resort destinations, inns, hotels, lodges, and accommodation properties providing access to Ontario’s outdoor environment for leisure time activities including adventure travel, family travel, romantic getaways, and spa getaways, winter outdoor sports, eco friendly travel, summer beach destinations and year round vacation opportunities

March Break Getaways and Maple Syrup Festivals

Winter Carnivals Maple Syrup Festivals

Maple syrup festivals sugar bush tours and maple fests start this weekend in various locations throughout Ontario. March should continue to be a cause for celebration for skiers, snowmobilers, ice skaters, snow tubing enthusiasts and snowboarding and snowshoe outdoor adventurers. Ontario Travel to "Romantic getaways" family winter spring resort destination fun events and winter carnivals. Plan ahead now for your your spring break March Break getaways. Ontario Tourism News: The first Day of Spring is less than a month away.

Ice Fishing Lake Simcoe Feb. 14 2009

Ice Fishing on Lake Simcoe During Family Fishing Weekend at Homebuilders
tournament, near Barrie on Kempenfelt Bay.

Ontario Travel 2009 Family Day North of Toronto

February is an “All Canadian” Family Month in Ontario

Travel North of Toronto Ontario Canada…....February 1, 2009. When the Ontario Government announced the new Family Day last year it coincided with one of the busiest winter carnival and fun festival event months in Ontario. Residents gain an extra long weekend for a much deserved family getaway vacation. The planning was strategic as the Monday holiday; the third Monday of February (February 16, 2009) coincides with, the beginning of Ontario Heritage Week (February 16-22) and Canada Heritage Day.
Winter Carnivals

A selection of more than 25 winter carnivals are available at Ontario Travel North of Toronto, where the snow is whiter, the ice thicker and the air is always fresh. Winter carnivals offer great outdoor getaway to experience Ontario heritage and culture during the winter months

Winter Family Getaways

Many Ontario resorts, inns and lodges have family getaway packages throughout the month of February. Special activities for children included many outdoor recreation activities from ski lessons, snow tubing, ice fishing, indoor kids games and activities. Reserve your preferred weekend early. See Ontario Winter Getaways.

Ontario Heritage Week Activities

A variety of activities are taking place in the towns, villages and municipalities north of North of Toronto, The Wye Marsh in Midland is conducting a Falconry Workshop; Family Day at the Joseph Schneider House in Kitchener, Voyageur Winter Carnival in Thunder Bay. More indoor and outdoor activities available throughout the week February 16-22 at the Ontario Heritage Week Activities North of Toronto

Canada Heritage Day Theme

Heritage and the Environment: Saving Places Built to Last Is the theme for 2009. A number of resources are available to assist communities to develop a program around this theme whether it is to celebrate the inherently green credentials of historic buildings, highlight how they have been upgraded to more environmentally friendly standards, or to offer information on how to green a heritage building. Canada Heritage Day is sponsored by The Canadian Heritage Foundation

For more information on Family Day fun and Heritage Day and Week activities go to Ontario Travel North of Toronto

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