Fall Colour Road Trip-Train Trip to Agawa Canyon

The Toronto Star featured the famous Agawa Canyon this week  Fall Colours: Train ride to inspiring Northern Ontario.The Fall Colour Road trip took us to St. Joseph's island before we hit Sault Ste. Marie Ontario.  A delightful side trip and as we found out one of Canada's top Maple Syrup Producing Areas.

St. Joseph's Island Side Trip

Lower Level Platform View of Fall Colours

Higher Platform View of Fall Colours

Back to the Train in Agawa Canyon

Agawa Canyon Park Welcome


If you are unable to make the Agawa Canyon trip this year, there is always next year.  Check the suggested road trips for fall colours suggested here at Ontario Fall Colour Road Trips

Ontario Farmers' Markets for best produce and Canadian products.

Farmers' markets are bursting with fall produce, baked goods, and a variety of  homemade crafts and creams and lotions.  See additional farmers' market photo gallery

Fresh Fall Produce

Cheeky Treats Cupcakes

Natural Creams and Lotions

Market Tunes by the Lake at  Barrie Farmers' Market

Ontario Resorts and resort destinations north of Toronto fall fun and romance. Studio tours and fall fairs offer great day trips to see leaf color changes.   Discover autumn Ontario hiking getaways in cottage country north of Toronto with a weekend mini-vacation or pick your last minute getaways  for a quick road trip north at a country inn, cottage, b&b, chalet or  hotel.  Ontario has many overnight family fun getaway packages and romantic getaway packages  for couples during the fall color season.   Plan your  September getaways for  preferred accommodation.  Autumn colours fall road trips are being planned along with the Thanksgiving long holiday weekend.

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Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

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

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

Nor'Loch Lodge Resort - Dwight, Ontario

Nor'Loch Lodge Resort -Located in Muskoka bordering Algonquin Park West Gate Nor'Loch Lodge Resort is a beautiful all season Lodge Resort bordering Algonquin Park. Set in tall pines and sparkling blue waters exclusively located on the north shore of Lake of Bays and just 2½ hours north of Toronto. Romantic adult jacuzzi suites with king bed and fireplace or cozy private cottages with woodburning fireplace and deck viewing magnificent Lake of Bays. Bed & Breakfast packages include a full hot breakfast in our fireside dining room. Summer and fall enjoy our canoes, kayaks, private beach or nearby golf, horseback riding or hiking in the Park.

See more Ontario Romantic Resort getaways

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Family Getaway of the Week

The Briars Resort & Spa - Jacksons Point, Ontario

The Briars Resort & Spa - Late Summer Escapes: September 5 to October 7 Your package includes accommodation, use of indoor and outdoor pools, fitness and games rooms, tennis courts, walking trails and bicycles. Fall Weekend Programs include guided walks dancing and more.  Rates are from $159 to $259 per person, per night including accommodation and all meals. From $109 per person per night with room and breakfast

See more Ontario Family Resort Getaways

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Hiking Getaways of the Week

Algonuin Woods - Emsdale, Ontario

Algonquin Woods - Make Algonquin Woods your base for some of the best hiking in Ontario. We are 45 minutes to the West Gate of Algonquin Park and only 10 minutes to Arrowhead. Besides that, Muskoka is full of trails. We are happy to assist you with any of your planning. We have 10 clean, cozy cottages with great views of pristine Clear lake. P.S. Our fall colours are magnificent.

See more Ontario Hiking Getaways

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Tornado's Canadian Resorts Inc. - Port Loring, Ontario

Tornado's Canadian Resorts Inc. - Weekend cottage rentals. Waterfront 2, 3 and 5 bedroom housekeeping cottages on the Pickerel River water system. Featuring fully equipped kitchens, propane BBQs, 3 piece bath, sitting area, covered porch, sand beach, swimming, boat, canoe and kayak rentals, boat dockage. Starting at 2 bedroom/2 nights
for $315.00 for up to 4 people after Sept. 6.

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Moulin Wakefield Mill - Wakefield, (Greater Ottawa Area), Ontario

Moulin Wakefield Mill - Benefit from ultimate relaxation with this spa package. Package includes: 1 night stay. Table d'hôte dinner & full country breakfast. Luncheon. Gratuities on the meals. 2 spa treatments of 60 minutes of your choice (per person). Use of outdoor hot tub. From $349.00 per person, based on double occupancy

See more Ontario Spa Getaways

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Attraction of the Week

Hardwood Ski and Bike - Oro Station, Ontario

Hardwood Ski and Bike - Located only 7 minutes from Carriage Ridge Resort, Hardwood Ski & Bike offers over 80km of mountain bike trails rates as "Fun", "Gnarly", "Serious" and "Radical". This
season's new "Crank'd" trail will be a favourite for all ages. Getaways include passes at Hardwood Ski & Bike and
accommodation at Carriage Ridge Resort
From only $89

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Attraction of the Week

Huronia Museum & Huron/Ouendat Village - Midland, Ontario

Huronia Museum &  Huron/Ouendat Village - The Historic Art of Huronia Gallery in the museum building opened and displays art by David Milne, Homer Watson, Manly MacDonald, Franklin Arbuckle, Hilton Hassell, Mary Hallen (Victorian era watercolours), William J. Wood, Thor Hansen, Ted Lord, Group of Seven artists (A.Y. Jackson, Franz Johnston, J. E. H. MacDonald) along with contemporary art, native art and archaelogical collections of Ouendat and Ojibway First Nations. Other exhibits are about Georgian Bay lighthouses, shipwrecks, maritime and military heritage. There is also an extensive photographic collection of the work of Midland’s long-time professional photographer, John W. Bald.

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Fall Colours, Camera and Action--Fall Travel Tips Ontario

Fall Colour Photo's-Many Memories in color!

Today's Globe and Mail identified 3 items that are essential for a fall hiking getaway. 

Actually there are more than 3 items you should not forget to consider on a fall colour hike...and I have counted up to a dozen. Perhaps the most important is a pair of binoculars for wildlife spotting. When the sun is out and you are sweaty and you happen upon a nearby beach, a pair of swim trunks and one of those waters absorbing small towels will come in handy. See more of Taylor's fall tips.  

See items from Globe and Mail, Hiking in the fall colours?.  Photo by R.Taylor

Ontario Events: Featured Events, Festivals Fairs September 9-11, 2011

Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre POW WOW
Sainte-Marie Park, Midland, ON  September 10-11, 2011

This annual POW WOW, presented by the Georgian Bay Native Friendship Centre at Sainte-Marie Park, is open to the public. It features Native dancing, traditional crafts and foods, and much more.
Info: 705 526-5589
Web: http://www.gbnfc.com
Accommodation in the Midland Area

Doors Open Kawartha Lakes 2011
September 11, 2011
For a complete list of participating sites and local maps, contact the Lindsay and District Chamber of Commerce.
Accommodation in the Kawarthas Area

Owen Sound Fair

Date: September 8-10, 2011
Website: http://www.owensoundfallfair.com/
Accommodation in the Owen Sound Area

Orillia Fair
Date: September 9-11, 2011
website http://www.orillia.com/
Accommodation in the Orillia Area

Renfrew Fall Fair

Date: September 7-11, 2011
website http://www.renfrewfair.com/

Bruce Mines Fair
Date: September 9-11, 2011
website http://www.bruceminesfallfair.ca/

Severn Bridge Fair
Date: September 10, 2011
website: http://www.gravenhurstchamber.com/
Accommodations in the Severn Bridge Area

Taste of Blue

September 10th. 2011
Blue Mountain Village-Blue Mountain, Ontario
A culinary experience of local proportions! Tasting kits for food, local cider, wine, beer & all things APPLE. Plus live music, fashion show, cooking demontrations, guided hiking & gondola rides. Tasting Kits - $20
info@bluemountainvillage.ca
Web Site Click Here
Accommodation in the Collingwood-Blue Mountain

PickleFest

Smiths Falls
September 10, 2011
Pancake breakfast, crafters & vendors, face painting, petting zoo, 50's-60's music, farming tools, hit & miss engines, pickle & salsa judging.
Web: www.sfpicklefest.ca

Ottawa Valley Rural Ramble 2011
The annual Rural Ramble - a free self-guided driving tour featuring four weekends of Adventure & Exploration (September 10-11), Agriculture & Food weekend (September 17-18), History & Heritage weekend (September 24-25) and Arts & Culture  (October 1–2).
Book your hotel and resort accommodation in Barry's Bay,  Pembroke and Petawawa

 

Ontario Fall Fairs-Fall Colours

Ontario Resorts and resort destinations north of Toronto are providing lots of fall fun and romance.  Fall fairs and exhibitions offer great day trips.   Discover autumn Ontario hiking getaways in cottage country north of Toronto with a weekend mini-vacation or pick your last minute getaways  for a quick road trip north at a resort, inn, cottage, b&b, chalet or  or hotel.   Ontario has many overnight family fun getaway packages and romantic getaway packages  for couples during the fall color season.   Plan your studio tours and  September getaways for  preferred accommodation.  Autumn colours fall road trips are being planned along with the Thanksgiving long holiday weekend. 

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Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

Ontario's Highlands
(http://ontarioshighlands.ca/)
Come to know Ontario’s Highlands! You don't need to travel far from home to experience some of eastern Ontario's most thrilling outdoor activities, breathtaking landscapes and quaint country hamlets. Ontario's Highlands is a region abundant with all these attractions, and is a mere half-hour drive from downtown Ottawa—or 2.5 hours worth of singing to your favourite driving songs along our scenic highways on your way from Toronto. Ask yourself what you're looking for: High-energy adventure? Solace from the city? Time with family & friends? An unforgettable experience you'll never forget? Whatever it is, you'll find it here

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

The Cranberry Resort - Collingwood,  Ontario

The Cranberry Resort - Toast an anniversary, spoil that special someone or celebrate just being together with a romance package that's sure to turn up the heat! Package includes: Two nights hotel accommodation. $100 Dining voucher per couple. Two Le Scandinave passes (http://www.scandinaveblue.com/). Wine and chocolate covered strawberries delievered to your room. Breakfast each morning. Cranberry Activity Dollars (Value of over $330)

See more Ontario Romantic Resort getaways

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Family Getaway of the Week

Hay Lake Lodge & Cottages - Whitney , Ontario

Hay Lake Lodge & Cottages - Your own private log cabin. A deck looking out over the lake. Quiet. Welcome to Hay Lake Lodge and Cottages. Unwind and relax in a truly peaceful setting. Let us bring you breakfast each morning, so you can sit on your porch sipping coffee, enjoying the natural surroundings. Our fully-equipped kitchens allow you to prepare dinner on your schedule, not ours. Come for a getaway, come for a get-together with friends or family. Paddle a canoe or kayak across our lake into Algonquin Park. Bike the old logging roads, or relax with a book. Just 3 1/2 hours from Toronto, on Algonquin Park’s Quiet Side.

See more Ontario Family Resort Getaways

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Fishing Getaways of the Week

West Nipissing Resort - Lavigne, Ontario

West Nipissing Resort - Get away on a 3 day, 2 night fishing trip and your nights are free. Yes Free!!! In the months of May, June, September and October, 2011 rent any fishing boat for 3 days and get a 2 night cottage rental free. Have your own Boat? No problem. We have a sale for you too. Rent any size cottage for 3 nights and receive the 4th night free. Yes Free!!!  Offer good for Weekdays and Weekends. Specials can not be used concurrently or during Holidays or Holiday Weekends. Taxes, gasoline are extra.

See more Ontario Fishing Getaways

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Westwind Inn On The Lake - Buckhorn, Ontario

Westwind Inn On The Lake - Peaceful, intimate & serene. Discover our spectacular wilderness setting. Cozy log cabin style rooms with fireplace and private balcony, rustic luxury suites, jet tubs for two, great foods, fine wines and genuine service. Enjoy many fun complimentary activities for every season...skis, skates, snowshoes, canoes, kayaks, row boats, pedal boats, trails, bikes, pool and beach. Outdoor hot tub, sauna, games room. So Much to explore, great area golf, snowmobile trails, galleries, trading
posts, artisans, small towns, quaint villages and so much more! Spa services
available by prior reservation

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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

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Haliburton, Ontario

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve - Why not experience the fall colours from above the tree tops.  The Walk in the Clouds, a four hour tour runs until the end of October allowing participants to view the fall colours.  Tours run twice a day for your convenience, accompanied by a complimentary pass to the Wolf Centre. Canopy Tours are $95 per adult and $75 per youth 10-17 plus HST.  Pre-Registration is required.

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Summer Vacations-Labour Day Weekend

Labour Day weekend in Ontario marks back to school time. Ontario Resorts and resort destinations north of Toronto will be cproviding lots of end of summer fun.  Fall fairs and exhibitions offer great day trips.  Pick your last minute getaways end of summer packages before the kids head back to school.   Discover Ontario beaches and cottage country north of Toronto with a weekend vacation up until the Labour Day long weekend.   End of Summer resort getaways are for weekend fresh water swimming and  day trips to attractions, events and festivals.  Ontario has many overnight family fun getaway packages and romantic getaway packages for couples.  Plan your September getaways for your preferred accommodation. Autumn colours fall road trips  are being planned.

Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week

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Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations

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

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

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

Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley -Carriage Ridge Resort offers spacious condo-suites only 1 hour north of Toronto and the best choice for a romantic Spring getaway. Forested trails and rolling hills offer the most romantic landscape in Central Ontario!  After a quiet countryside dinner at Settlers’ Ghost, return to your oversized suite complete with a private balcony and kitchen amenities for late night snacks.  Or select a 1-Bedroom Suite with a full kitchen, fireplace and Jacuzzi tub… plus a special gift from us.

See more Ontario Romantic Resort getaways

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Family Getaway of the Week

Tally - Ho Inn - Huntsville, Ontario

Tally - Ho Inn - Get-a-Way from the city for awhile at Tally - Ho Inn, Muskoka. Enjoy our lakeside cottages and home cooked meals. Most accommodation with wood burning fireplaces and some with Jacuzzi . Games room with ping pong, billiards, air hockey and darts or play a tune on the baby grand piano. After dinner curl up in front of your fireplace with your favourite book or watch tv.

See more Ontario Family Resort Getaways

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Fishing Getaways of the Week

Sunbeam Bungalows - Callander, Ontario

Sunbeam Bungalows -Come and experiance beautiful Lake Nipissing, world renowned for it's great fishing. Located on sheltered Callander Bay, Sunbeam Bungalows is commited to providing you with the best fishing experiance. Venture out onto the lake in one of our 18' fiberglass boats with a 25hp electric start motor, complete with swivel chairs and a fishfinder. At the end of the day return to one of our 1,2 or 3 bedroom clean, fully-furnished, fully-stocked, deluxe, spacious cottages.

See more Ontario Golf Getaways

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Tornado's Canadian Resorts Inc. - Port Loring, Ontario

Tornado's Canadian Resorts Inc. - Weekend cottage rentals. Waterfront 2, 3 and 5 bedroom housekeeping cottages on the Pickerel River water system. Featuring fully equipped kitchens, propane BBQs, 3 piece bath, sitting area, covered porch, sand beach, swimming, boat, canoe and kayak rentals, boat dockage. Starting at 2 bedroom/2 night for $350.00 for up to 4 people.

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Spa Getaway of the Week

Touchstone on Lake Muskoka - Bracebridge, Ontario

Touchstone on Lake Muskoka - A Touch of Pampering – from $570 per couple. Starting May 15th – October 31, 2011.
Touchstone will invigorate your mind, spirit & body. Start your day with our healthy breakfast basket in your luxury suite. Two 60 minute massage - your choice of Swedish or Aroma; One Classic Manicure & one Classic Pedicure
*based on double occupancy
*applicable taxes are not included; gratuities at guests discretion

See more Ontario Spa Getaways

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Attraction of the Week

Shania Twain Centre - Timmins, Ontario

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

Attraction of the Week

Timmins Underground Gold Mine Tour - Timmins, Ontario

Timmins Underground Gold Mine Tour - Journey
under the earth and experience the workings of a mine, pan for gold and
learn about the area's mining history at the Timmins Gold Mine Tour. See
the operation of a scaling bar, a slusher, a muck machine and an operating
jack-leg drill. Highlights include the colourful drilling and blasting
display, an underground rail ride, a mine rescue station, glass sculptures
and the largest gold nugget you will ever see!

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Summer Vacations-Labour Day Weekend

Ontario summer fun continues at Ontario Resorts and resort destinations north of Toronto.  End of summer fall agricultural fairs are the precursor to fall colours and fall road trips to see autumn foliage.  Ontario summer fun continues north of Toronto.   Pick your last minute getaways end of summer packages before the kids head back to school.   Discover Ontario beaches and cottage country north of Toronto with a weekend vacation up until the Labour Day long weekend. Summer resort getaways are for weekend fresh water swimming and cool lake day trips to attractions, events and festivals.  Ontario has many overnight family fun getaway packages and romantic getaway packages for couples.  Plan your   September getaways for your preferred accommodation.

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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 Algonquin Highlands Trails Department (http://www.algonquinhighlands.ca/)
The Haliburton Highlands Water Trails (HHWT) consists of approximately
28,000 + hectares of provincial and municipal public lands comprised
of countless lakes, rivers, trails and continuous forest. Specifically,
the HHWT manages two areas for interior camping known as the Frost
Centre and the Poker Lakes as well at 38 km of hiking trails.

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Romantic Getaway of the Week

The Village Inn - Lakefield, Ontario

The Village Inn - Couples Getaway Need a break from the kids or the city. Don't want to drive all over the place either?
Get-away to Lakefield, in the heart of the Kawartha Lakes with the "Village Inn Couples Getaway". Our Inn is conveniently located in the center of one of the Kawarthas most charming villages. Leave everything behind and enjoy the storied character of Lakefield, with that special someone.

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Family Getaway of the Week

Deerhurst Resort - Huntsville, Ontario

Deerhurst Resort - Breakfast & Beach Deerhurst Resort’s newest summer getaway package is also double the fun. Rise and shine with a hot breakfast buffet, then head to our Muskoka lake for a great day at Deerhurst’s fun-packed waterfront. This Ontario resort is one very cool place to beat the heat. Includes: Accommodation, buffet breakfast (or equivalent) per adult, and a Family Splash Pass providing daily access to our inflatable Splash Zone waterpark on the lake, canoes, kayaks, new stand-up paddle boards, windsurfers and row boats. Minimum two-night stay.

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Golf Getaways of the Week

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

Barry's Bay Golf Resort -The natural features of Ontario's most picturesque terrain present a truly challenging 9-hole golf course.
The golf course is carved into an evergreen forest and overlooks Sherwood Lake. Rental clubs, pull carts, power carts and "Play and Stay" packages are available.

See more Ontario Golf Getaways

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Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week

Travelodge Hotel - Sudbury, Ontario

Travelodge Hotel - We are a full service hotel centrally located near Science    north and the IMAX Theater. We have 140 comfortable rooms including 35 deluxe suites. Indoor pool /Hot-Tub/ Fitness Room /Perkins Restaurant &  Bakery on-site / Glow Aesthetics on-site / Meeting rooms to accommodate 2- 100 people / Free wireless high speed throughtout /Pet Friendly / Convenient Free parking

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Spa Getaway of the Week

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

Sir Sam's Inn and WaterSpa - SUMMER SPA PACKAGE
July 8 - September 5 Treat yourselves to an all inclusive package with two nights lakeside accommodation (thermomasseur bath and fireplace), two candlelit dinners and two full country breakfasts, plus one spa treatment of your choice each! As always, full and unlimited use of all Sir Sam’s facilities is part of your package including our WaterSpa.
All for $930 per couple, per package After August 21 $890 per couple!

See more Ontario Spa Getaways

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Attraction of the Week

Yours Outdoors - Haliburton, Ontario

Yours Outdoors - Experience the stunning nature, awe inspiring art, fascinating history, fine folk, and warm hospitality of Haliburton County. Wild Wetlands August 25, 2011 Come and join Yours Outdoors for some soggy boot fun, enjoying the beauty that this area has to offer while learning about various wetland inhabitants.
Haliburton Rocks! August 30, 2011 Explore the rich minerals deposits, unique geological features, and rugged autumn landscapes of the area while enjoying the great hospitality and fine folk of the Highlands.
Check the Calendar for upcoming experiences http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca/

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Attraction of the Week

Hardwood Ski and Bike - Oro Station, Ontario

Hardwood Ski and Bike - Located only 7 minutes from Carriage Ridge Resort,Hardwood Ski & Bike offers over 80km of mountain bike trails rates as "Fun", "Gnarly", "Serious", "Radical" and "Crank'd". New 9 Hole Disc Golf Course at Hardwood. Come play a round with the family  Come out and try our new 9 hole disc golf course and have a chance to win a Disc Golf season pass, free disc golf tickets or a set of regulation discs all long weekend. Play either 9 or 18 holes. Disc golf is fun for the whole family and you'll get some low impact great exercise walking our course. 9 holes takes between 30 and 45 minutes and you will walk about 2 km. Disc rentals are available.

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Ontario Events: Featured Events, Festivals Fairs Aug. 26 , 27 2011

Barrie Fair (Barrie Agricultural Society)
Date:  August 26-28, 2011
Georgian Bay Steam Show Grounds Cookstown, Ontario
Web site: www.barriefair.ca
Accommodation in the Barrie area, Alliston Area

Cookstown:  Railway Country & Buegrass Festival
August 26-27, 2011
Enjoy toe tapping music in the great outdoors. Live performances of blues and country musicians, good for the whole family.  Accommodation in the Barrie area, Alliston Area
web http://www.railfest.ca/index.html

Haliburton Garlic Festival
4th annual Garlic Fest  Aug 27, 2011
Carnarvon Bowl - Hwy 35 & Hwy 118

Come out to our 4th annual Garlic Fest from 9am to 3pm. Garlic vendors featuring different varieties of locally grown gourmet garlic, braiding demos, garlic information display, local artisans displaying garlic preserves, honey, home baking, vegetables and much more!! Accommodation Haliburton Getaway Packages

Lake Simcoe: Doors Open Ontario

Explore Ontario's First "Cottage Country"

Doors Open Ontario features a romantic trip to the past
along the shores of Lake Simcoe in what is described
as Ontario's first cottage country.  Explore the Eastbourne to
Orchard Beach historic waterfront community along Lake Simcoe's
Cooks Bay.  See Doors Open Ontario Georgiana Township
Stay overnight along Lake Simcoe.  See area accommodation

Muskoka Beer Festival Bracebridge
August 27, 2011
Savour the best of Ontario's Craft Breweries with great food and live musical acts.
Beer Fest Featured Muskoka accommodation Clear Lake Village Resort, more Muskoka
area accommodation.




Get the 411 on more August Ontario Events 2011 Festivals Fairs Summer Events Activities North of Toronto Ontario: - Sent using Google Toolbar

Ontario Water Sports Lakeside Water Toys: Kids just want to have fun

Ontario family waterfront fun

The commentary from a cottage vacationer indicates the great fun in Ontario on a lakeside cottage vacation.  If visitors do not have their own cottage or are unable  to rent a cottage with water toys there are many family resorts that specialize in kids fun.  Many of the resorts have on-site water trampolines, water slides and fun waterfront kids supervised programming.  See Ontario summer family getaway vacations

Photo: Bonnie View Inn, Haliburton Ontario