Ontario Getaways Summer Fall Vacations

Ontario Cottage Types  and Ontario Resort Types will help you pick your holiday weekend and discover Ontario's cottage country north of Toronto. Summer in Ontario continues with weekend vacations and the Labour Day long weekend.  Summer resort getaways are for weekend fresh water swimming and cool lake day trips to attractions, events and festivals.  Resort destinations with public beaches in Ontario have created many overnight family and romantic getaway packages.  Plan your September getaways for fall colour road trips now.

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Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

 Township of Georgian Bay
Trails council begins plans for third Muskoka’s Amazing Race
Save the Date: Saturday August 13, 2011
Muskoka Trails Council is packing up the gear and heading to the Southern Tip of Muskoka….to the Township of Georgian Bay for this year’s version of Muskoka’s Amazing Race.  Save the Date:  Saturday, August 13 on your calendar and get yourself registered now at http://muskokasamazingrace.eventbrite.com to tour the trails, beat the challenges at the checkpoints learn about Muskoka’s westernmost municipality.

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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” August 2011 from $173. 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. Wine Spectator Awarded Wine Cellar. “One of the best in the World” Leading Spas of Canada approved Organic Algonquin Spa.

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Family Getaway of the Week

Bayview Wildwood Resort - Port Carling, Ontario

Bayview Wildwood Resort -Enjoy an amazing summer vacation on Sparrow lake in Port Stanton at the gateway to Muskoka! Learn how to water ski, make sand castles on the shore, enjoy an evening bonfire or just savour special family time. Bayview Wildwood Resort is a great summer getaway for the entire family. Summer packages include accommodations, three delicious meals daily, children's programs, entertainment and resort amenities. ONE CHILD (under 6) stays free all summer! ONE and TWO children free specials are offered throughout the summer!

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Golf Getaways of the Week

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

The Rosseau, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa - The Rock Golf Package in Muskoka, Ontario. Enjoy a day of golfing for two at The Rock, a stunning Nick Faldo course in scenic Muskoka. Stay at The Rosseau, A JW Marriott Resort & Spa, with breakfast included daily. Rates from:   $361 - $741 CAD. This offer includes:  Accommodation in a luxurious studio or suite. Round of golf for two adults at The Rock, with power cart(s).  Deluxe breakfast for two adults daily at Cottages Restaurant.

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Town, Village &  City Getaway of the Week

Shamrock Lodge - Port Carling, Ontario

Shamrock Lodge - Cozy lakeside accommodations, Home cooked country breakfasts & Delectable candlelight dining, close to many hiking trails, indoor swimming pool, hot tub & sauna, games rooms with billiards and ping pong 

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Tyrolean Village Resorts, Blue Mountain - Collingwood, Ontario

Tyrolean Village Resort -Tyrolean Village Resorts is a four season Chalet Resort located in the scenic Town of The Blue Mountains, 90min north of Toronto close to the shores of Georgian Bay. Our Swiss-style and Executive-style chalets and cottages are nestled at the base of Blue Mountian, Ontario's largest mountain resort. 4 to 9 bedroom chalets can accommodate from 4 to 22 people - perfect for families and groups! Full kitchen, wood burning fireplace, sauna or hot tub or jacuzzi, cable TV, over sized living/dining rooms and large deck. We are a Pet Friendly! 

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Attraction of the Week

Discovery Harbour - Penetanguishene, Ontario

Discovery Harbour - One of Ontario’s most picturesque historic sites, Discovery Harbour recalls the days of the 19th-century British navy and military that safeguarded the defence of Upper Canada. In 1820 the thriving naval dockyard boasted residences and workshops, large and small vessels, and a community of officers, artisans, sailors, and soldiers. The base was eventually operated by the British military from 1834 to 1856, constructing an impressive stone Officers’ Quarters that still stands today.

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Attraction of the Week Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Haliburton, Ontario

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve Ltd.  is a privately owned forest in Central Ontario’s Haliburton Highlands.  Comprising of over 70,000 acres of rolling hardwood forests, pristine lakes, meandering rivers and extensive wetlands, it is a nature enthusiasts’ dream.  In order to facilitate the exploration of its natural environment, Haliburton Forest offers unique outdoor experiences throughout the year, be it dog sledding, snowmobiling and ice fishing in the winter, or mountain biking, hiking, canoeing or camping  in the summer and fall.  We are well known for our Walk in the Clouds and Wolf Centre, both a must see.

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Boating on Lake Simcoe--No Boat? You can still take a cruise or launch a boat this weekend.

Lake Simcoe Boating-Water Festival Innisfil Beach

On Saturday, August 6^th from 10am to 3pm  a group of local volunteers that are committed to preserving the health of Lake Simcoe invite you to come to the Innisfil Beach Park and send prayers, good wishes and promises of stewardship to the lake by launching small sail boats from the shore, each carrying a personal message of hope.  The boats are made of sugarcane and will disintegrate into the water.  They are completely biodegradable and not harmful to the lake or its inhabitants.  Stay in Barrie area resorts, inns, hotels. Learn more about Lake Simcoe

Throughout the day visitors can also view and participate in interactive displays and games with a variety of organizations, including Boating Ontario.  Also, out-of-towners that visit the park on August 6^th will receive a passport at the gate, which will be stamped, and can be used for a parking pass on their next visit to the Innisfil Beach Park.   Want to Cruise Lake Simcoe check out Romantic Boat Cruises out of Barrie

Weekend For Potato Worship-Head to Alliston Ontario Potato Festival

Turn at Highway 89 & head west

Alliston Potato Festival, Alliston Ontario.  Take Highway 400 north to Highway 89 and head west. Worship  August 5-7, 2011

The festival is always kicked off on Friday evening with the biggest and best small town parade ever.  The street will be filled with crafters, entertainment, street performers, sidewalk sales, car show, rides, demonstrations and fun for the whole family.   The fairgrounds will have rides for the family all weekend long.
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Accommodation in the Alliston Area at either the Red Pine Inn, or the Nottawassaga Inn Resort.

Fall Fairs, August Agricultural Fairs Underway North of Toronto

Fall Harvest Agricultural Fairs

Fairs--Agricultural Fun Fairs--Fall Fairs
August Agricultural Fairs get into full swing the weekend of August 5. Locations in the Kawartha Lakes, Sutton, Haliburton, reflect Ontario's historic farming roots and the celebration of the harvest along with all of the fresh produce and foods grown in Ontario.  Of course amusement rides and midways add to the excitement along with, tractor pulls, parades and horse shows.   

Fall Fair Fun-Truck Pull

Fall Fair Amusements Fun with Kids

Horse Competition at Fall Fairs

Big Tractors Attract Small Children

Summer Vacation Family Road Trips in Ontario

Kempenfest Kids Play Area Barrie Ontario

A number of good tips in the Ottawa Citizen story offering help with your vacation planning so you don't have a Griswold family vacation...however, some of the most memorable family vacations occur when all of the planning is in vain, and something turns into an adventure...make sure you don't over plan for the summer vacation...Leave time for fun stops at unexpected events and festivals or summer agricultural fairs as you never know what you may see.

There is still plenty of summer left in August check the August getaways north of Toronto

Kempenfest 2011 Barrie Waterfront

Find more information on Barrie and Kempenfest

Fall Getaways and Fall Colours start in September in Ontario

Fall Family Fun

With the approach of the Civic Holiday Weekend it is time to start thinking about fall destinations for the best leaf color changes.  Cottage country and resort destinations north of Toronto will be peaking from the middle of September through to mid October.  Plan your favourite fall colour route now from a choice of more than 25 suggested fall road trips.  Get the 411 on Ontario fall vacations for family fun  and couples getaway romance.

Photo: Trying to catch butterflies as the colors start to change along the shores of Lake Simcoe Ontario

See more fall foliage and leaf change photos north of Toronto Ontario

Check back for updates on fall getaway packages.

Ontario August Long Weekend & Summer Vacations

Ontario Resort Types and Ontario Cottage Types will help you pick your summer holiday weekend and discover Ontario's cottage country north of Toronto. Summer vacations and the Simcoe Day civic holiday long weekend are being booked now.  Summer resort getaways are for weekend fresh water swimming and cool lake day trips to attractions, events and festivals.  Resort destinations with public beaches in Ontario have created many overnight family and romantic getaway packages.

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Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Township of Georgian Bay
The MacTier Community Development Committee is very pleased to announce the 4th Annual MacTier Big Weekend Festival taking place beginning Friday, July 29th and running through until Sunday, July 31st in MacTier. There is something for everyone to do and the event is also very child and family focused.    

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

Pine Vista Resort - Lakefield, Ontario

Pine Vista Resort - Re-connect and rekindle your romance with this amazing Couple’s Getaway. Couples will enjoy…Two nights accommodation in a one bedroom townhouse with full kitchen and deck with BBQ. Enjoy a two person whirlpool bath, wood burning fireplace and satellite TV. Complimentary bottle of wine. Treat your special someone to a therapeutic massage for pampering and relaxation. Mid-week ~ $260/couple or Weekend ~ $310/couple (Taxes are additional)

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Family Getaway of the Week

Sand Lake Cottages & Inn - Kearney, Ontario

Sand Lake Cottages & Inn - Ontario Family Getaways -Enjoy relaxing in a hot tub, watching the sun set, hiking, boating and sitting by a cozy fire in a well maintained Lakefront Cottage. Lakefront Cottage for 6 for $150/night. Lakefront Cottage for 4 for $125/night. Chalet for 2 with Hot tub & fireplace for $200/night or Chalet for 2 for $100/night. Enjoy our beautiful shallow sand beach, very clean and spacious cottages. Complimentary canoes, pedal boats and campfire wood. North of Huntsville Muskoka near Kearney and Algonquin Park.

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Canoeing & Kayaking Getaways of the Week

Barry's Bay Cottage Resort - Barry's Bay, Ontario

Barry's Bay Cottage Resort - Whether you want to beetle about Carson Lake or string together a series of 4 lakes we offer excellent paddling outside our front door. We are also close to the quieter side of Algonquin Park and have the famous Madawaska River whitewater so close you can almost hear the rush of water.

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Delta Grandview Resort - Huntsville, Ontario

Delta Grandview Resort - The ultimate Summer Family package in Muskoka. So much to do at the Resort - there's no reason to leave property. Package includes: accommodations, $50 food voucher per day for onsite F&B daily , breakfast for 2 adults & 2 children daily, one free round per adult on 9-hole golf course, complimentary kids activities daily (10am to 4pm) Complimentary: access to all on-site recreation facilities and nature programs, outdoor parking.

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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/couple Pamper 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

Midland Tours Inc. - Midland, Ontario

Midland Tours Inc. - Midland 30,000 Island 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. Barrie Boat Cruises – Barrie, Ontario Experience the beautiful city of Barrie and it’s local landmarks from the 260-passenger Serendipity Princess as you journey Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay. The Serendipity Princess is a unique paddle wheeler complimented by triple decks featuring a patio on the upper level.Morning, afternoon, mid-afternoon and sunset dinner cruises available at competitive prices

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Attraction of the Week

King’s Wharf Theatre - Penetanguishene, Ontario

King’s Wharf Theatre - The Province of Ontario is at your fingertips with customized Drayton Entertainment getaway packages. Whatever your budget, we can help you create a truly unforgettable theatre experience. Your Theatre Package begins with: 1 theatre ticket at your choice of venue. 1 night accommodation at your choice of hotel, inn or B&B. Dinner at one of our restaurant partners. Accommodations with Theatre Packages - Best Western Highland Inn & Conference Centre -Midland, Comfort Inn -Midland

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Ontario Wilderness Excitement at Lodges, Resorts, Cabins and Cottages

Featured Wilderness area resort of the week is Sportsman’s Lodge Wilderness Resort:  Location is North  of Sudbury.  A Truly Unique Ontario Vacation Destination experience sun sets that will take your breath away. To refresh yourself in waters that are clean and dance with sparkling glory. We welcome you to a place where you can hear the haunting call of the loon across a tranquil lake and at other times no sound at all.    Also see more wilderness type lodges and accommodation north of Toronto.

Breakfast TV heads north of Toronto to Georgian Bay-Lake Couchiching

BT NORTH OF TORONTO THIS WEEK

Breakfast TV Heads to Georgian Bay
Breakfast Television Hits the Highway 26 corridor. Jen from Breakfast TV will be travelling north of Toronto on Wednesday and Friday this week  with stops at Craigleith Provincial Park, the Collingwood Blue Mountain area for the Elvis Festival. At the base of Collingwood's Blue Mountain Craigleith is a short trip to Wasaga Beach, the Bruce Trail and historic Huronia.
More on BT's trip north of Toronto.

BT heads to Orillia
Breakfast TV will be in Orillia on Thursday with a stop over at Fern Resort, one of Ontario's Finest family resorts.   Orillia area sits between Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching and is the major water route that is part of the Historic Trent System Waterway running to Georgian Bay.  Orillia is one of the largest cities in Simcoe County. More on BT's trip north of Toronto. Access Orillia via Highway 11 north of Barrie.

Ontario Summer Fun Weekend Getaways

Ontario Resort Types, and Ontario Cottage Types  will help you pick your summer vacation and discover Ontario's cottage country north of Toronto. Summer vacation getaways and the civic holiday long weekend are being booked now.  Summer resort getaways are for weekend fresh water swimming and cool lakes day trips to attractions, events and festivals.  Resort destinations with beaches in Ontario have created many overnight getaway packages. . 

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Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Municipality of Magnetawan (http://www.magnetawan.com/)
The Municipality of Magnetawan is located in the District of Parry Sound between Parry Sound and Burk's Falls. With a population of approximately 1300, Magnetawan is a beautiful, natural area boasting the Magnetawan River and many scenic lakes. From its headwaters in Algonquin Park, the Magnetawan River flows through lakes, rapids and waterfalls as it winds its way to Georgian Bay. The historic lift locks, located in the Village of Magnetawan opened in 1886, making this one of the oldest colonized areas in the Parry Sound District. St. George the Martyr Anglican Church was painted in 1933 by A.J. Casson of the Group of Seven.

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

Christie's Mill Inn & Spa - Port Severn, Ontario

Christie's Mill Inn & Spa - Passion Package: Unleash your desire! An aphrodisiac-inspired tasting platter and a bottle of bubbly awaken the palate and start your night of romance. Add rose petals,  aromatic massage lotion, and a hot massager with suggestive massage tips on how to harness the power of touch and the scene is set for the night of your lives. Overnight suite accommodation, gourmet  dinner and breakfast complete your romantic escape.

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Family Getaway of the Week

Sportsman's Lodge Wilderness Resort - Wahnapitae, Ontario

Sportsman's Lodge Wilderness Resort - Need a break from everything and everyone? Come experience our wilderness resort. Enjoy our rustic charming atmosphere for a few days where you can just be you for a change. Relax over a bottle of wine and a good meal prepared
with the finest of ingredients, no preservatives, additives or anything
that you shouldn't be eating! Summer Activities: ATVing, Canoeing, Fishing, Hiking / Walking, Kayaking and Mountain Biking

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Golf Getaways of the Week

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

Best Western North Bay Hotel and Conference Centre - Enjoy a beautiful and challenging 18 holes when you check into our Golf Package.  Partnered with North Bay’s finest championship course, Osprey Links, you are sure to find your stay up to “par” with your deluxe accommodations, dinner and breakfast and a relaxing swim in our indoor pool along with whirlpool and sauna. Prices: From $143.71 cnd per person, taxes extra, based on double occupancy.

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Georgian Bay Airways - Parry Sound, Ontario

Georgian Bay Airways - Enjoy a great fly-in fishing adventure on one of two remote lakes.Partridge Lake is actually 3 lakes in one, all accessible to you. Northern ike to 15 lbs, lots of smallmouth bass 2-5 lbs, largemouth 4-6 lbs and walleye 2-4 lbs. One 14 foot boat and two 12 foot boats with new 3.5 hp and 4.5hp motors and gas included. Accommodates up to 8 people, minimum of two passengers. Excellent campsites on this lake.

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Nottawasaga Inn Resort - Alliston, Ontario

Nottawasaga Inn Resort - Escape the everyday stresses and experience the ultimate relaxation for the body, mind, and soul with our TGIF Getaway Package.  Choose from aromatherapy massage, therapeutic massage, hot stone massage, and Thai Body Work. Our TGIF package is perfect for those looking for a weekend of relaxation and includes accommodation, country buffet breakfast each morning, gourmet 4-course dinner* one evening, one hour RMT massage one day, complimentary cocktail and appetizer in the Starlite Lounge and gratuities

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Attraction of the Week

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre - Midland, Ontario

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre - Wye Marsh offers the opportunity to discover the secrets of a wetland with the assistance of our dynamic naturalist staff. Look for life in thewater during a guided canoe adventure or dip net from accessible boardwalks. You can enjoy the grace of the magnificent Trumpeter Swans, North America's largest waterfowl. Feed chickadees from your hand, spot wetland and woodland birds along easy-access trails and tour the interactive display hall (all handicapped accessible). There is always something fun and interactive to do in every season; maple syrup harvest in spring, family programs all summer and many special events such as Wye Marsh Rhythms Festival in September. In winter the Marsh offers cross-country skiing on more than 22 km of beautiful groomed and track-set trails. Join us for a snow shoeing trek on 10KM of picturesque hiking trails.

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Attraction of the Week

Discovery Harbour - Penetanguishene, Ontario

Discovery Harbour - One of Ontario’s most picturesque historic sites, Discovery Harbour recalls the days of the 19th-century British navy and military that safeguarded the defence of Upper Canada. In 1820 the thriving naval dockyard boasted residences and workshops, large and small vessels, and a community of officers, artisans, sailors, and soldiers. The base was eventually operated by the British military from 1834 to 1856, constructing an impressive stone Officers’ Quarters that still stands today.

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