| Lake Couchiching Orillia Ontario |
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, June 08, 2011
Family Getaways-More than 411 reasons to resort north in Ontario
Friday, June 03, 2011
Canada Tourism Week June 6-12 North in Ontario
| Doors Open Ontario FREE admissions |
Below are links to National Tourism week getaways, travel bargains, hotel getaways and resort getaways in resort destinations north of Toronto Ontario.
See Tourism week getaways and packages with some of the best travel bargains and deals for a spring road trip.
Why not start tourism week early on the June 4 weekend at the Georgian College Auto Show in Barrie, or Doors Open Ontario Ottawa, Owen Sound and Huronia.
Monday, May 30, 2011
Ontario Fun Weekend Getaways
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.
Romantic Getaway of the Week
Family Getaway of the Week
Golf Adventures Getaways of the Week
Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week
2 night minimum on weekends (some exceptions apply).Each cottage provides a beautiful view of Dwight Bay, on Lake of Bays, as well as modern “must haves” such as satellite TV and wireless high-speed internet.
Spa Getaway of the Week
Attraction of the Week
Attraction of the Week
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Georgian Bay Just Add Water Festival Itinerary for Sunday May 29
Enjoy Honey Harbour, Georgian Bay Islands National Park
Sunday May 29, 2011
| Time | Event | Description |
| 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Pancake Breakfast Delawana Inn and Conference Centre | Enjoy a warm pancake Breakfast $2 per person |
| 8:30 AM- 11:00 AM | Boat Rides to Georgian Bay Islands National Park from the Delawana Inn and Conference Centre | Head out to the park to enjoy a hike, hunt for Geocaches and spend time with family and friends |
| 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM | Marketplace – Honey Harbour | While others depart from the National Park Base in Honey Harbour, spend time on land with other Geocachers, Georgian Bay Land Trust, Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve, Artisans, Vendors, Educational Stations, Honey Harbour will be bursting with excitement colour and incredible showcases |
| 1:00 PM | Dickie Bird Children's Performance Delawana Inn and Conference Centre | http://www.greentreemusic.com/dickiebird.htm |
| All Day | Geocaching, | Honey Harbour and Georgian Bay Islands National Park Geocaching Event www.geocaching.com |
| All Day | Photo Op | Parks Canada's NEW Beaver Mascot |
Friday, May 27, 2011
FREE Fun Kids events this weekend in Port Severn Honey Harbour
Georgian Bay Islands National Park via Delawana Inn Resort Honey Harbour FREE admission, boat transportation, geocashing
Historic Trent Severn Waterways in Port Severn: FREE kids events, Tug Boat Cruise,
There is still time to book a getaway package this weekend in the Port Severn-Honey Harbour area of Muskoka, or just attend on a day trip to the Just Add Water Festival . See getaway packages at the participating Muskoka area resorts, inns, cottages, and lodges Port Severn Honey Harbour.
Thursday, May 26, 2011
National Tourism Week (June 6-12) Getaways North of Toronto
| Photo courtesy of Pine Vista Resort |
Auberge-sur-lac B & B
Booth Landing Camping & Cottages
Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley
Clear Lake Village Resort
Couples Resort
Cranberry Resort
Eden Place Bed & Breakfast
Nor'Loch Lodge Resort
Pine Vista Resort
Sand Lake Cottages & Inn
The Village Inn
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Ontario Fun Weekend Getaways
Romantic Getaway of the Week
Enjoy your own private 2 person jacuzzi wood fireplace and more.
Untill June 14th
2 bedroom 2 night weekend for a couple $250 to $300
Mid week 2 nights for a couple $200 to $300
Weekly $530 to $630 for a couple
*except long weekends
Ask about additional occupancy charges
Family Getaway of the Week
ATV Adventures Getaways of the Week
Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week
Guestrooms are available with kitchenettes which is perfect for short
or long term stays! Free BBQ usage during the summer months!
Spa Getaway of the Week
Free Sunshine Continental Breakfast , In-room Coffee & Tea Service Free High Speed Internet Connection, Fridges & Microwaves
in all our rooms Ground Floor Rooms offer Patio Door Access, Free newspaper Package special 10% off daily rates and 10% off In-room Spa Services.*
Attraction of the Week
Attraction of the Week
Sunday, May 22, 2011
Ontario Summer Fun-Golf with kids
| Ontario Summer Fun North |
Parents wanting to try out a golf course experience with their kids (at a reduced cost) can checkout the Kids Golf Free program organized by the National Golf Course Owners Association Canada http://www.kidsgolffree.ca/
in reference to:
"Visitors to Ontario can select packages with learning components such as learn to golf packages,"
- Ontario Summer Fun travel Families Couples 2011 summer resort destinations Ontario North (view on Google Sidewiki)
Best Fireworks Ontario Fun North of Toronto
| North of Toronto Fireworks |
in reference to: Ontario travel north of Toronto Featured Ontario Destinations destinations Associations tourism resort destinations North of Toronto (view on Google Sidewiki)
Friday, May 20, 2011
Kids Fishing May 24 weekend Rice Lake Peterborough
| Take the kids fishing in Ontario |
PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 20, 2011) - Summer may still be a few weeks away, but the fun can start this weekend at the first of three Rice Lake Spring Fishing Festival Kids Days. What better way to get in the summer state of mind than by going fishing? Kids don't even need their own gear; the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) and official lead program sponsor, Ontario Power Generation (OPG), are providing everything young anglers need to try fishing through the OFAH Travelling TackleShare program. http://www.marketwire.com/
in reference to:
"Family Fishing"
- Fishing Getaways Ontario Spring Summer Getaway Packages North in Ontario Fishing Week (view on Google Sidewiki) See more fishing tournaments in Ontario
Cottage Country Getaways-No Cottage-No Problem
| Glen Echo Cottages Callandar Onario |
The other way is to rent a cottage north of Toronto in one of the many resort destinations.
See Cottage Cabin Rentals http://www.400eleven.com/
in reference to: 411 Ontario Travel North C links cottage country rentals Christmas canoeing cottages north in Ontario Canada (view on Google Sidewiki)
Barrie Farmers' Market A-Buzz This weekend
May 28
A fun and interactive time! BFM will be all abuzz, in partnership with the Huronia Bee Keepers Association. Vendors will feature a variety of honey-inspired items. Drop in for some gardening tips from the Barrie Garden Club. Indulge yourself with a complimentary hand, neck and shoulder massage. Be entertained by the Kempenfelt Community Players. Learn about honeybees and other pollinators http://www.barriefarmermarket.
"Barrie Farmers' Market - Barrie"
- Farmers' Markets Spring Maple Syrup Produce Vegetables Fruits Farmers Markets Farmers' Market Ontario (view on Google Sidewiki)
May 24 Long Weekend Kicks Off Summer Travel-Outlook
| Victoria Day Flying the Flag |
TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - May 20, 2011) - With the first long weekend of the vacation season upon us, many Canadians will be travelling to cottages, cabins and other destinations to visit with family and friends (See family getaways). With some recent relief for gas ...See complete story at
in reference to:
"May 24 long weekend holiday"
- Ontario resort long weekends May 24 2011 Ontario Romantic Getaways North of Toronto (view on Google Sidewiki)
Thursday, May 19, 2011
May Launches Boating Safety Week May 28-
| Banana Boat Rides-Safety with Life Jackets |
The purpose of this initiative is to ensure that all Canadians who head out on the waters in canoes, kayaks, sailboards, sailboats, fishing boats, personal watercraft, power boats, cruisers and houseboats are equipped with the knowledge required to have a safe day on the water. Check out the water related getaway packages with Canoe & Kayak Getaways, Cruise Getaways, Beach Getaways for water sports
in reference to:
"Ontario Lakes and waterways"
- Boating Ontario Lakes freshwater destinations Ontario lakes Ontario rivers Ontario boating (view on Google Sidewiki)
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
New Golf Course Development in Gravenhurst
Something exciting is happening in cottage country. The Muskoka Bay Club from Freed Developments Corp. is bringing an award-winning golf course, plus a decidedly urban aesthetic to the Gravenhurst area.
Set on an 850-acre site near Gravenhurst, Ontario, Muskoka Bay Club includes a top 10 golf course surrounded by a residential community that boasts some of the area’s most distinctive homes, villas and lofts. Already occupying the first phase,http://www.oyetimes.com/
"Gravenhurst"
- Golf packages Ontario Spring Summer Golf getaways 2011 Resort Golfing Getaways Travel Ontario (view on Google Sidewiki)
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Altberg Nature Reserve Kawarthas Outdoors Getaways
| Ontario's Provincial Flower Trilliums in Bloom |
Get more information on Ontario's 22 Nature Reserves
http://www.ontarionature.org/
in reference to:
"natural experience north of Toronto."
- 411 Ontario Travel North A list Alpine Apres Ski Accommodation Tourism North of Toronto Ontario (view on Google Sidewiki)
Canada Road Safety Week - Insurers offer tips for drivers
TORONTO, May 17 /CNW/ - During Road Safety Week (May 16 to 23 over the May 24 weekend),
| Highway 400 & Highway 11 north to cottage country |
"Distractions come in many forms and although putting down the cellphone when driving is a good first step, drivers are urged to limit all distractions. Eating behind the wheel, fiddling with the radio and reaching for a fallen object are just a few examples of distractions that are dangerous and avoidable," said Ralph Palumbo, Vice-President, Ontario, IBC.http://www.newswire.ca/en/
in reference to:
"spring weekend road trips"
- May 24 Weekend Victoria Day fireworks Parties 2011 Weekend May 24 Party Weekend (view on Google Sidewiki)
Monday, May 16, 2011
Ontario Getaways May 24 Weekend
Ontario Resort Travel Destination-Association Picks of the Week
Featured Ontario Destinations & Travel Tourism Associations
Lake Simcoe is Toronto's close to home resort destination. It is the first major lake north of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), and has often been described as the "Sixth Great Lake". Lake Simcoe is linked to the Great Lakes through the Trent-Severn Historic Waterway to Georgian Bay and Lake Huron. The two largest cities on Lake Simcoe are Barrie, and OrilliaLake Simcoe Ontario both with substantial public marinas, beaches and waterfront parks. Simcoe County, York Region, Durham, and Kawartha Lakes all touch on Lake Simcoe. Many say Lake Simoce is the Ice Fishing Capital of North America. See
Romantic Getaway of the Week
Family Getaway of the Week
includes accommodation, dinner on arrival, 2 meals daily during full days stay and breakfast on day of departure.
starting from $92.50 -$101.00 per person, nightly
ALL INCLUSIVE MEAL PLAN PACKAGE
includes accommodation, dinner on arrival, 3 meals daily during full days stay and breakfast on departure, boat package, gas/oil, live bait and ice.
-Adult based on 2 persons per boat starting from $174.00 -$179.50 per person, nightly
Golf Getaways of the Week
Golf Getaway Packages includes 1 or
2-night accommodation and a round of golf at selected courses.
Packages start at $150.00 PP per weekend.
BLUE MOUNTAIN LODGES™ will help to make your golf
experience a pleasurable one!
Town, Village & City Getaway of the Week
volleyball. Two and three bedroom housekeeping cottages available.
Wellness Getaway of the Week
Attraction of the Week
Package starts at: $130 per person.
Long weekend exception.
Please reserve in advance.
Attraction of the Week
Sunday, May 15, 2011
May 24 Getaways North of Toronto Family Escapes
| May 24 Fireworks Victoria Day |
in reference to:
"Victoria Day family escapes in Ontario"
- Victoria Day family escapes in Ontario | Ontario | Travel | Toronto Sun (view on Google Sidewiki)
Friday, May 13, 2011
Simcoe County Tourism in the News
| Barrie in Simcoe County, Lake Simcoe Ontario |
in reference to:
"We are home to many charming small towns,"
- Embrace our local tourism: WARDEN'S COLUMN - The Barrie Examiner - Ontario, CA (view on Google Sidewiki)