Category: Travel

If you’re craving a classic Ontario small town experience this winter, there’s one picture-perfect community nestled in Lanark County that’s filled with crisp air, snowy streets and historic charm. Carleton Place is about 45 minutes west of Ottawa and boasts a slew of winter activities, with a beautifully preserved downtown core and cute cafés and … Continued

One of the most magical holiday activities is strolling through a tiny, snow-kissed village that looks like it’s been lifted straight from the pages of a storybook! Neustadt sits in the rolling countryside of Grey County and was once named “One of the Prettiest Towns in Ontario” for good reason: it’s filled with stone buildings … Continued

Part of the charm of day trips during the holiday season is finding those undersung, hidden gems in Ontario. While everyone knows Niagara-on-the-Lake is a top spot for a festive getaway, there’s another town in the Niagara region that’s tiny, adorable and full of holiday charm. Jordan is a historic hamlet in Ontario that is … Continued

If you think you’ve seen interesting winter carnivals, think again — Bracebridge’s Fire and Ice Festival takes the cake and might be unlike anything you’ve visited in Ontario. This Muskoka destination features fire and ice elements in all kinds of activities and spectacles. It brands itself as a “unique approach to a traditional winter carnival,” … Continued

If you’ve ever wished you could check into an art gallery, not just walk through one, The Liberty Inn in Caledon is just about that. An hour from Toronto, this five-suite boutique inn blends wellness, craft and history — but the real headline is that nearly every surface, plate, tile and detail has been made … Continued

If your perfect vacation is all about trees blazing with colour, quiet rivers and rocky outcrops, then Kleinburg Village makes for an ideal artsy little escape. This heritage village is tucked between two branches of the Humber River in Vaughan, and boasts a winding main street, boutiques and cafés, with the legendary McMichael Canadian Art … Continued

Perched on bluffs overlooking Lake Huron, Goderich, Ont., has worn the title of “Canada’s Prettiest Town” since Victorian times, when the Port of Goderich started drawing visitors with its charming streets and big-sky sunsets. Legend has it that the title was bestowed on the village by Queen Elizabeth II herself! Today, Goderich is a popular … Continued

Looking for a charming destination with the vibes of a beach town turned winter wonderland? You might just find it in Port Hope, Ont. — a winter getaway just outside Toronto perfect for relaxing, shopping and strolling through a historic downtown.  Port Hope is located just over an hour’s drive from downtown Toronto on the … Continued

Small towns are the best place to enjoy the magic of Christmas. But Dresden, Ont. might be the most holiday-filled place in the province. Dubbed Southwestern Ontario’s Christmas Town, Dresden is especially festive in the winter months. Not only that, but they also hold their annual Christmas Night Market, an award-winning one-night outdoor event that … Continued

Christmas is just weeks away, and that means charming Hallmark movies are flooding the streaming platforms. Instead of solely experiencing Christmas magic on your TV screen, why not enjoy the festivities in real life? Ontario is brimming with Hallmark-style Christmas towns that are full of holiday spirit. If you’re looking for the ultimate Christmas village … Continued

If you’re looking to add a little extra magic to your Christmas travel adventures, there’s a charming town just about two hours from Toronto that might be one of Ontario’s best-kept holiday secrets. While other small towns are still packing away cobweb decorations and jack-o’-lanterns, this little theatre village is already in full-on holiday mode, … Continued