Fall Fairs & Farmers’ Markets & Auto Show Event Highlights Family Travel North of Toronto Barrie, Ontario…..September, 2009. Several unique Canadian events take place on the weekends during September and October. Travelers heading north into cottage country are fortunate to be able to attend some FREE events like Doors Open Ontario, or have the kids admitted free to the Georgian College Auto Show September 25, 26, 27.The Canadian Automotive Institute in Barrie, is hosting the annual Georgian College Outdoor Auto Show, the largest venue of its kind in North America. The Ottawa International Animation festival is held October 14-18. Agricultural enthusiasts with more of an agricultural bent can attend the International Plowing Match in the District of Temiskaming, Earlton Ontario Tuesday Sept. 22 –Saturday Sept. 26, 2009. In addition there are many community fall fairs and harvest festivals with unique fun family activities.
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.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Agricultural Tourism--Auto Show Road Trips North
Fall Fairs & Farmers’ Markets & Auto Show Event Highlights Family Travel North of Toronto Barrie, Ontario…..September, 2009. Several unique Canadian events take place on the weekends during September and October. Travelers heading north into cottage country are fortunate to be able to attend some FREE events like Doors Open Ontario, or have the kids admitted free to the Georgian College Auto Show September 25, 26, 27.The Canadian Automotive Institute in Barrie, is hosting the annual Georgian College Outdoor Auto Show, the largest venue of its kind in North America. The Ottawa International Animation festival is held October 14-18. Agricultural enthusiasts with more of an agricultural bent can attend the International Plowing Match in the District of Temiskaming, Earlton Ontario Tuesday Sept. 22 –Saturday Sept. 26, 2009. In addition there are many community fall fairs and harvest festivals with unique fun family activities.
Monday, September 14, 2009
Thanksgiving Getaways North of Toronto
Great Thanksgiving Getaways North of Toronto can be found at the following locations:
Photo: Deerhurst Resort
Pine Vista Resort
The Briars Resort & Spa
Delawana Inn Spa & Conference Resort
Halimar Resort
Taboo Resort, Golf & Spa
Tyrolean Village Resorts -Blue Mountain
Bayview Wildwood Resort
Deerhurst Resort
Moose Point Cottages
Sunnylea Resort
Tally-Ho Inn
The Villa Beach
Inn at the Falls
Rockview Camp Cottage Resort
Severn Lodge
Thanksgiving Images Studio Tour
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Great Fall Getaways & Thanksgiving Weekend Getaways North of Toronto
Wednesday, September 09, 2009
Fall Getaways & Fishing Getaways North of Toronto
Friday, September 04, 2009
Ontario Fall Getaway Travel Guide 2009
Ontario Fall Getaways and fall colours travel source for travel north of Toronto. Get the 411 Ontario Travel ideas for fall road trips, staycations, overnight getaways, spas, cottage rentals, romantic getaways, family vacations for your family fall getaway. Your source for weekends, getaways and packages for romantic couples north of Toronto. Reserve early for the Thanksgiving Long Holiday Weekend.
Ontario Resort Travel Destination Picks of the Week.
Romantic Getaway of the Week
Delta Sherwood Inn - Port Carling, Ontario
Delta Sherwood Inn - Enjoy one night with your special someone in front of a fireplace, your choice of a bottle of red or white wine, fresh flowers & chocolate dipped strawberries & candles & towelling robe for the romantic in room Jacuzzi tub. Gift of homemade bath products.Package includes: one-night's accommodation, gourmet dinner for two, breakfast for two, chocolate dipped strawberries, your choice of red or white wine, candles, gift of bath products Port Carling, Ontario, Information
Four Winds Cottage Resort - Parry Sound, Ontario
Four Winds Cottage Resort - Spring is in the air! The sun is out, the birds are chirping! Come and enjoy Spring in a cozy cottage. Our cottages have a propane fireplace for your enjoyment. Prices starting at $115 per night based on four people.
Parry Sound, Ontario, Information
Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week
Green Wilderness Lodge - Gogama, Ontario
Green Wilderness Lodge - Wilderness at its best....miles from the rest. Fish for walleye, northern pike, perch & whitefish on beautiful Mattagami Lake. We have 7 clean housekeeping cottages, 1 boat-to outpost cottage plus American Plan at the lodge. Our 7-day Fishing Package for 4 people including cottage, 2 deluxe boats & motors& gas is $465 per person plus taxes.
Gogama, Ontario, Information
Spa Getaway of the Week
Ogopogo Resort - Minden, Ontario
Ogopogo Resort - Relax and enjoy the ambiance of Mountain Lake and your lakeside
cottage some with Jacuzzi bath and fireplace. During your getaway, indulge in a professional deep relaxation massage or reflexology treatment or a combination of both. A weekend getaway for two including two treatments of one hour each from $585/couple, plus taxes.
Minden, Ontario, Information
Attraction of the Week
Founders' Museum & Pioneer Village - Thunder Bay, Ontario
Founders'Museum & Pioneer Village - Take a Walk Through the Past in this unique to Northwestern Ontario Pioneer Village. Drop in at the General Store look through the newly arrived catalogues, visit the shops and chat with the residents while they wait for the train. Spend a quiet moment in the church, recall the memories of a one room school. Whether your interest lies in antique cars, tractors, farm equipment, engines or motors it is all here for you. The pioneer home recalls life in a simpler time. The carpenter, cobbler, printer and the blacksmith welcome you to their business establishments. Enjoy great home cooking in the tea room
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Information
Attraction of the Week
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre - Midland, Ontario
WyeMarsh Wildlife Centre - Explore the Wye Marsh on your own or join the Outdoor Educators for an interpretive walk, feed the chickadees, stroll the boardwalk, search for animal tracks in the snow or learn about nature in the Exhibit Hall. During all seasons the Wye Marsh offers interesting activities and programs for everyone and can design programs to fit your needs. Contact the Wye Marsh for more details.
Midland, Ontario, Information
Thursday, September 03, 2009
Fall Getaways, Labour Day Weekend Getaways & Fall Colour North of Toronto
Monday, August 31, 2009
Late Summer and Early Fall Getaways North of Toronto
Blue Mountain Chalets and Mountain Springs Lodge
Camp Conewango
Sir Sam's Inn and WaterSpa
Tulip Inn
Friday, August 28, 2009
Ontario Summer Vacation Travel Guide 2009
Ontario Summer and fall colours travel source for getaways and packages
north of Toronto. Get the 411 Ontario Travel ideas for fall road trips, staycations, overnight getaways, spas, cottage rentals, romantic getaways, family vacations for your family summer getaway. Your source for weekends, getaways and packages for romantic couples north of Toronto. Reserve early for the Labour Day Long Holiday Weekend
Ontario Resort Travel Destination Picks of the Week.
Romantic Getaway of the Week
Comfort Inn - Sudbury East, Ontario
Comfort Inn - Light Up Your Love. Starting at $140.99.
based on double occupancy. Includes an upgraded room (based on availability at booking); complimentary breakfast for 2; 1 complimentary movie selection; a gift basket (includes a bottle of wine). Ask for "PLOVE"
Sudbury East, Ontario, Information
Family Getaway of the Week
Clyffe House Cottage Resort - Port Sydney, Ontario
Clyffe House Cottage Resort - Clyffe House is perfect for a family holiday. Shallow sandy beach, Tennis, beach volleyball, kayaking, waterskiing,
tubing, firepit, 100 acres, Two, 3-bedroom cottages available June 27-July 18. Rent: $995 each plus tax. Includes many boats, firewood, propane,
100 acres, tennis.Free introductory boat tour of Mary Lake.
Port Sydney, Ontario, Information
Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week
Idle Tyme Fishing Camp - Callander, Ontario
Idle Tyme Fishing Camp -SMALL TOWN HOSPITALITY ON THE SOUTH SHORE OF LAKE NIPISSING Idle Tyme is located in the country 15 minutes from the small town of Callander in Deep Bay. Fishing is our expertise, offering fishing guide services with shore lunches. Indulge in the summer fishing on Lake Nipissing, where sunsets and solitude make your idle time experience tranquil. A husband and wife team offer you all the comforts of cottage life including a well maintained swimming beach, dazzling sunsets, and lakeside surroundings.
Callander, Ontario, Information
Spa Getaway of the Week
Ste. Anne's Country Inn Spa - Grafton, Ontario
Ste. Anne's Country Inn Spa - Diva Day Spa at Ste. Anne's Spa from $99 per person, for the whole day. We’ve had so many guests excited about booking their Diva Day Spa that we’ve decided to give Diva a face-lift so that more people can be ‘Diva for the Day’! Your Diva Day Spa at Ste. Anne's will now include a 3-course lunch, afternoon tea buffet, complete use of the extensive facilities and a choice of one of the following spa treatments: ½ hour Caribbean Aqua Therapy, ½ hour Caribbean Foot Rejuvenation, ½ hour Essential Oil Scalp Rejuvenation, ½ hour Pure Aroma Massage
Grafton, Ontario, Information
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.
Timmins, Ontario, Information
Attraction of the Week
Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve Ltd. - Haliburton, Ontario
Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve Ltd. - The Outdoor Education Programs at Haliburton Forest are designed to fully engage participants in the Outdoor Experience. Our teaching philosophy is simple: people learn best by doing. In addition, taking the time to reflect on the experience is a very important component of the learning process. Our programs are developed under 3 broad categories: 1) Adventure Based Leadership Programs,
2) Outdoor Skills and Pursuits and 3) Environmental Education. Each of these categories can be overlapped to suit the specific needs and desired learning outcomes. After consultation with your teacher/leader of visiting group, we tailor your programs to suit your needs.
Haliburton, Ontario, Information
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Fall Getaways around the corner at Resorts, Cottages, Inns & Lodges North of Toronto
Monday, August 24, 2009
Summer Deals & Fall Getaways North of Toronto
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Ontario Train Travel--Returning Adventure
Golf in the news Aug. 2009
A Canadian golf genius - The Globe and Mail
20 Aug 2009 ... Course designer Stanley Thompson was a colourful character - and one of the greats. From PEI to Alberta, his courses show off his sense of ...See great Golf getaways in Ontario north of Toronto
A Canadian golf genius - The Globe and Mail
20 Aug 2009 ... Course designer Stanley Thompson was a colourful character - and one of the greats. From PEI to Alberta, his courses show off his sense of ...Friday, August 21, 2009
Ontario Summer Vacation Travel Guide 2009
Ontario Summer and fall colours travel source for getaways and packages north of Toronto. Get the 411 Ontario Travel ideas for day trips, overnight getaways, spas, cottage rentals, romantic getaways, family vacations for your family summer getaway. Your source for August weekends, getaways and packages north of Toronto. Reserve early for the Labour Day Long Holiday Weekend.
Ontario Resort Travel Destination Picks of the Week.
Romantic Getaway of the Week
Cedar Meadows Resort - Timmins, Ontario
Cedar Meadows Resort - Love & Romance Package. Package for two includes: 1 night's accommodation in a Junior Suite (with fireplace & Jacuzzi), Use of our cozy bathrobes & slippers., One dozen Roses and one bottle of chilled Sparkling Wine upon your arrival, Two keepsake Cedar Meadows Resort Champagne Flutes, A basket full of "Sweets & Treats" including chocolate covered strawberries.,Cedar Meadows Resort stuffed animal, Dinner Voucher to use in our dining room ($75 value), Breakfast in Bed for two (Breakfast Express)
Timmins, Ontario, Information
Algonquin Woods - Emsdale, Ontario
Algonquin Woods - Your family-friendly lakeside Cottage Resort near Algonquin Park and Huntsville, in Muskoka. 10 immaculately clean, quaint, cozy cottages on Clear Lake with magnificent views of the water. Activities include a wide variety of water craft, horseshoes, ping pong, shuffleboard and water-skiing available right next door for a fee. First class golf nearby. For the winter we are close to downhill and cross country skiing, dogsledding, snowshoeing, skating, horse drawn carriage rides and other activities. In the fall our magnificent fall colours can not be beaten.
Emsdale, Ontario, Information
Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week
Camp Conewango - Redbridge, Ontario
Camp Conewango - Just waiting for you! Camp Conewango, located within the Mattawa River Provincial Park on the north shore of Lake Talon, offers housekeeping cottages as well as Campsites with free hot showers, clean toilets and laundry facilities.Enjoy the sandy beach with swimmdock and playground, go swimming, boating or fishing, canoe or kayak along the historic Voyageurs route, visit the chutes at the other end of the lake, watch the wildlife, go hiking or take your ATV on the marked trails to one of the many back lakes.
Redbridge, Ontario, Information
Spa Getaway of the Week
Trillium Resort and Spa - Port Sydney, Ontario
Trillium Resort and Spa - Enjoy life in Muskoka with a hike along our 7 km of trails that wind through our 86 acres of pristine Muskoka woodlands. Paddle Devine Lake in a complimentary Canoe or Kayak. Pamper your mind body and soul in our full service Country Spa. All this and more in an exclusive "Adult" only setting.
Port Sydney, Ontario, Information
Attraction of the Week
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures - Collingwood, Ontario
Scenic Caves Nature Adventures - Nature, history and Adventure for the whole family. Self guided tour of caves, caverns and lookouts on the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Ontario's Longest Suspension footbridge offers light adventure and the most spectacular views of Georgian Bay
and Surrounding Countryside. Gemstone Mining, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop. Please, no pets and running or hiking shoes are necessary.
Collingwood, Ontario, Information
Attraction of the Week
Midland Tours Inc. - Midland, Ontario
Midland Tours Inc. - Midland 30,000 Islands Boat Cruise - Midland, Ontario Experience the sparkling water, the windswept pines and rocky grandeur of Muskoka / Georgian Bay's 30,000 Islands on a cruise aboard the 300-passenger Miss Midland - Northern Ontario's most popular tourist attraction.
Midland, Ontario, Information
Thursday, August 20, 2009
End of Summer Deals for Family & Couples North of Toronto
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Last Minute Summer Getaways & Plan ahead for Fall North of Toronto
Wednesday, August 05, 2009
Great Summer Family Packages North of Toronto
Tuesday, August 04, 2009
Family Summer Getaways North of Toronto
Family Summer Getaways and values are found North of Toronto in the following locations
Photo: Booker's Clear Lake Cottage Resort
Best Western Midland
Booker's Clear Lake Cottage Resort
Camp Conewango
Comfort Inn Barrie
Four Winds Cottage Resort
Holiday Inn Express North Bay
Lookout Point Camp
Marten River Lodge
Moose Point Cottages
North to Adventure
Ogopogo Resort
Rawley Resort & Marina
Sunbeam Bungalows Family & Fishing Resort
Sunnylea Resort
Travelodge North Bay
Tornado's Canadian Resort
West Lake Willows
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Summer Family Packages Travel North of Toronto
Summer Getaways and packages for the whole family can be found at the following locations
Photo The SunDog Retreat
Algonquin Lakeside Inn
Cedars Cottage Resort
Cedar Grove Lodge
Horseshoe Resort
Moose Horn Lodge
Sandy Lane Resort
The Sundog Retreat
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Great Summer Getaways North of Toronto
Great Summer Getaways and Deals can be found at the following locations North of Toronto.
Photo: At Cooper Lake Cottage
Family Getaways
At Cooper Lake Cottage
Chateau Ridge Condo
Tally-Ho Inn
Norsemen Walker Lake Resort
Rockview Camp Cottage Resortt
Fishing Getaways
Idle Tyme Fishing Camp
Green Wilderness Lodge
Deluxe Camp Cottages
Family Outings
Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve
Romantic Getaway
Beauview Cottage Resort
Little Lake Inn
Trillium Resort
Club Muskoka
Sportsman's Lodge
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Ontario Summer Family Getaways of Toronto
Ontario Summer Family Getaways can be found North of Toronto at the following locations:
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Family Getaways
Sand Lake Cottages
Blue Mountain Lodges
Chalets at Blue
Cottage on a Golden Pond
Delta Rocky Crest Resort
Echo Falls Cottage
Tall Pines Cottage
Villa Beach
Blue Mountain Chalet -Villa Rossa
Kingsbridge Inn
Westin Trillium House
Bonnie View Inn
Best Western North Bay
Terrawoods Cottages
Nor'Loch Lodge Resort
Family Outings
Port McNicoll Adventures
Monday, July 13, 2009
Treat the Family with great Getaways North of Toronto
Treat the family and enjoy many activities suited to keep everyone busy at the following locations North of Toronto
Photo: Wigamog Inn Resort
Family Getaways West Nipissing Resort
Family Getaways Irwin Inn
Family Getaways Wigamog Inn Resort
Family Getaways Blue Mountain Chalets
Family Getaways Bondi Village Resort
Family Getaways Clyffe House Cottage Resort
Family Getaway Oakview Lodge
Family Getaways Royal Resort
Family Getaways Private Muskoka Luxury Chalet
Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Kids Golf & Fish FREE during designated Free Fishing Weekend and Golf Week in Ontario
Kids Golf & Fish Free During designated FREE Fishing Weekend and Golf Week in Ontario.Ontario, Canada…...July 2009. A summer vacation in Ontario offers up special advantages for kids and parents who want to share a new sport. Kids get the opportunity to learn to fish for free during Ontario’s Free Fishing Weekend July 10-12, and or learn to golf for free in Canada’s National Golf Course Owners Association “Kids Golf Free” program from July 6-12.
Free Fishing Weekend
As part of Canada’s National Fishing Week July 4-12, Ontario’s Free Fishing weekend encourages parents to take time out to teach your kids how to fish, just enjoy a free fishing time with your kids (no license required July 10-12, license required at other times during fishing week).
The Free Fishing Weekend Website offers up tips for parents, fishing tips, a list of derbies and tournaments, a colors contest, a lending program, and information about licenses, rules and regulations. Parents wanting to combine a weekend of fishing with a getaway should consider a fishing getaway weekend north of Toronto, or a family vacation at one of the many family resorts, inns and hotels in the resort destinations north of Toronto.
Kids Golf Free Week
The National Golf Course Owners Association has organized “Take a kid to the Course Week” in Central Ontario to more than 100 participating courses. Kids golf free from July 6 through to July 12. Parents wanting to mix golf with a summer vacation in one of Ontario’s resort destinations can organize a golf package getaway with one of more than 40 accommodation facilities(many with golf courses on site or an affiliation with a nearby Course), or consider an Ontario family getaway north of Toronto.
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Great Summer Getaways & Deals for the family and couples North of Toronto
Photo Shamrock Lodge
Family Getaways Halimar Resort
Family Getaways Clear Lake Village Resort
Family Getaways Shamrock Lodge
Family Getaways Viamede Conference Resort & Spa
Family Getaways Colonial Bay Cottages
Family Getaways Algonquin Woods
Family Getaways The Rosseau, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa
Family Getaways Cranberry Resort
Family Outings Discovery Harbour
Family Outings Sainte-Marie Among the Hurons
Family Outings Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
Romantic Getaways Taboo Resort, Golf & Spa
Romantic Getaways Inn at the Falls
Romantic Getaways Delta Sherwood Inn
Romantic Getaway Lady Esther Day Spa and Bed and Breakfast
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