Ansaku B & B + More
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.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Bed & Breakfast Specials Celebrate Tourism Week June 1-7
Ansaku B & B + More
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Golf Courses in Good Shape North in Ontario
The golfing is excellent as the foliage and grass fill in on the fairways and links north of Toronto.
Check out more than 45 golf getaways from the members.
Courses are available from Lake Simcoe, to the Ottawa Valley,Meaford to Muskoka, the Kawarthas, Haliburton, North Bay,Georgian Bay and Manitoulin Island
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Doors Open Ontario North of Toronto
North of
There are many areas of activity and interest for history buffs, such as
Doors Open Brockville-Thousand Islands 2009
Event Date: May 23, 2009 to May 23, 2009 Reserve Brockville Area Hotels.
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Doors Open Orillia 2009
Event Date: May 23, 2009 to May 24, 2009. Reserve Orillia Accommodation
In St. Mary’s
Event Date: May 23, 2009 to May 23, 2009
See Doors Open Ontario for more events throughout the year. See additional May events and festivals north of
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Getaways for the Whole Family North of Toronto
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Get a Jump on Summer Deals North of Toronto
Fishing Ontario Canada Tournaments-Derbys
Get the list of Walleye, Bass, Salmon fishing tournaments across Ontario. Put Free Family Fishing Week July `10-12 weekend on your summer vacation calendar. Check out the fishing getaways north of Toronto for more than 40 great fishing locations in one of the 250,000 Ontario lakes, or thousands of rivers and streams.
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Ontario Travel to Fresh Veg North of Toronto
While listening to today's Fresh Air interviews of chefs and farmers on CBC and their excitement surrounding the fresh asparagus, reminded me to head over to Barrie's farmers market. I had may first taste of fresh asparagus last week after visiting Barrie Hill farm just north of Barrie. I actually enjoyed two raw spring spears on the way home.......... crisp and delicious. See Ontario Farmers' Markets for a location near you. Today's Globe and Mail features Cottage Country markets, farms and road side stands.
Photo: Kawarthas Farmers' Market in Kinmount Ontario, is open every Sat. in the summer. Get north of Toronto on an Ontario May Getaway a taste some of the early spring produce.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Victoria Day Weekend Family & Couples Getaways North of Toronto
Photo: Delta Rocky Crest Resort, Mactier Muskoka
Travel Benefits For Canadian Travelers
The CBC is reporting today on a study of travel benefits for consumers
"Among those who took a trip for pleasure, almost two-thirds (63 per cent) said their main reason for taking the trip was a desire for rest and relaxation. The next most popular benefit cited was a desire to keep family ties strong. A full 48 per cent of all travellers responded that renewing personal connections and building lasting memories with spouses and children was a highly important benefit of vacations."
Needless to say the top 2 benifits can be found here in Canada, and specifically in Ontario. Check out the Family Getaway section of the Ontario Travel North website.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Golf, Spa, Adventure & Relax North of Toronto
Meaford, Gravenhurst, Blue Mountain -Collingwood, Minden
Photo: Meaford Golf Course and Country Club
Golf Getaway Meaford Golf Course and Country Club
Spring Getaway Taboo Resort, Golf and Spa
Spa Getaway Westin Trillium House , Blue Mountain
ATV Adventure Getaway Loralea Country Inn Resort
Friday, May 08, 2009
Ontario Travel: Where does Southern Ontario End?
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Romance in the Air North of Toronto
Wednesday, May 06, 2009
Sneak Away this Spring for a Romantic, Spa or Spring Getaway North of Toronto
Inns North of Toronto ReceiveTop Ontario Hospitality Awards
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.
Monday, May 04, 2009
Spring, Spa, Fishing and Victoria Day Weekend Packages North of Toronto
Saturday, May 02, 2009
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/
For More on Ontario Fishing
See Ontario Fishing Regulations
See Fishing Getaways in Ontario
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Ontario Travel to the Wild Side at Wye Marsh Midland
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
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Family, Mountain Bike Adventure & Golf Getaways North of Toronto
Family Getaways Lookout Point Camp
Mountain Biking Getaways Hardwood Ski and Bike
Golf Getaways Horseshoe Resort
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
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.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Relaxing Romantic, Spa & Family Getaways North of Toronto
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
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Cottage Country Dreams Ontario North of Toronto
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Spring Activities and Getaways
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
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Enjoy the beauty of Spring
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
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Golf Season North of Toronto Ontario Canada
Photo: Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley
Monday, April 20, 2009
Plan a great Spring Getaway North of Toronto
Barry's Bay, Severn Bridge, Huntsville, Walter's Falls, North Bay and Sudbury
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Victoria Weekend Getaways
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
Monday, April 13, 2009
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.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Easter Weekend Events North of Toronto
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 ...
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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
Wednesday, April 08, 2009
Travel North for great Spring Getaways
PHOTO: Sherwood Inn on Lake Joseph, Muskoka
Tuesday, April 07, 2009
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
Saturday, April 04, 2009
Algonquin Park Area Spring Resort Adventures
http://www.400eleven.com/algonquin-area.html
Friday, April 03, 2009
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.
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
easter, spring, golf, family getaways
Spring Getaways Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve
Family Getaway Terrawoods Cottages
Easter Getaways Irwin Inn
Golf Getaways Deerhurst Resort
Family Getaway Trillium Resort & Spa
Monday, March 30, 2009
Spring getaways: Easter, Golfing, Fishing, Spa
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
Friday, March 27, 2009
Cottage Rentals Spring and Summer
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Early Spring in Barrie On Lake Simcoe
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
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Ontario Easter, Spring, Summer, Fishing Family and Golf Getaways
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
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
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/
Monday, March 23, 2009
Easter, Romantic, Family, Nature Adventure, Spring Summer Getaways
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
Saturday, March 21, 2009
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
Friday, March 20, 2009
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.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Ontario Spring Summer Travel News, Activities, Getaways
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Easter, Mother's Day, Family, Romantic & 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
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Ontario Spring & Summer Updates
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
| 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 |
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
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
March Spring Break Updates--March 17, 2009
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.
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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
Monday, March 16, 2009
Ontario Travel News Spring Updates March 2009
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
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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/
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 ...
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Wolf Centre March Break Fun | Featured Local Events | Haliburton ...
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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/
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Maple Syrup Madnesss In Ontario
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.