Category: Travel

As the winter starts to really settle into Toronto, our brains do what they always do: start planning the escape. While we all love the classics, there’s a new wave of design-forward boutique stays turning Ontario’s cutest towns into full-on winter destinations.  These aren’t just “somewhere to sleep” hotels. They’re tiny, chic, obsessively curated properties … Continued

The hustle and bustle of city life can drain our mental, physical and social battery. When you’re feeling drained, Nordic spas offer a great way to reboot. Steeped in Scandinavian tradition, hydrotherapy aims to strengthen the immune system, moving the body from hot to cold and purifying the body of toxins while soothing aches and … Continued

There’s nothing more enchanting about the holiday season than strolling through your neighbourhood and admiring magical Christmas displays. If you’re up for a weekend trip, there’s a tiny village nestled in Champlain Township, between Ottawa and Montréal, that brims with red brick homes and charming façades, as well as pretty gables that look so photogenic … Continued

If your winter mood board is all about Hallmark Channel meets Blue Mountain, Ontario’s ski country is packed with scenic, storybook stays that are filled with snow-dusted streets, sweeping views and endless cocoa! After a day on the slopes, retreat to an A-frame hideaway strung with twinkle lights, a red-brick schoolhouse with cabana seating or … Continued

There are a lot of ways to celebrate the holiday season around Ontario as Christmas markets begin popping up all over the place. But you might consider visiting a themed one at Niemi Family Farm, the biggest Scandinavian-style holiday haven in the province just an hour drive from Toronto. The farm is located in Mount … Continued

If you’re looking to explore a cozy town with charming cider houses, a walkable harbour and trails that run right along the bay, there’s a scenic waterfront village named Thornbury on the southern shore of Georgian Bay in the Town of The Blue Mountains. Thornbury is the kind of niche little place where you can … Continued

There are still a few weeks before winter truly sets in. If you’re looking for a picturesque spot to enjoy the last bits of the autumn season, there’s a quaint town nestled among the rolling farm hills in Simcoe County. Creemore is tucked away in Clearview Township on the Niagara Escarpment, between the Mad and … Continued

Cinematic magic is abundant in Ontario — big Hollywood films like The Shape of Water to small screen thrills like Suits and The Handmaid’s Tale are constantly finding places to film here. But if you’re really searching for one town that’ll make you feel like you’re in your own feature film, look no further than … Continued

If you’re looking to explore a charming canal town filled with indie shops and heritage buildings, head northeast to Merrickville-Wolford. The village sits on the Rideau Canal between Kingston and Ottawa, and blends small-town charm with scenic outdoor experiences: think lockstation watching, paddling, garden wandering, as well as a cluster of galleries and food shops … Continued

If you’re looking for a slow, scenic weekend getaway within easy reach of Toronto, there’s one tiny village that sits where Upper Rideau Lake meets the Frontenac granite ridge. It boasts one of Ontario’s prettiest lookouts, plus dockside patios, an artisanal winery and a Rideau Canal lockstation straight out of a heritage postcard! The village … Continued

Although Stars Hollow — where Gilmore Girls’ Rory and Lorelai live — is fictitious, the pilot episode was shot in Unionville, Ont., about an hour away from Toronto. There, you can visit Luke’s Diner, read under the gazebo and take pictures with the town of Unionville sign that the Stars Hollow sign was plastered over … Continued

If you’re looking for a pause from city life, Ontario is full of stays that will make your mini-escape feel like something special. A unique getaway doesn’t have to mean roughing it; choose a stay that’s equal parts design, comfort and location. Here are eight unique Airbnb stays that stand out, from a heritage loft … Continued