By Nisean Lorde
For those looking for family-friendly activities this summer, consider visiting the largest outdoor pool in Canada. The 1.85-acre swimming pool can be found at the Byng Island Conservation Area along the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail, within Haldimand County. It’s only a 1.5-hour drive from Toronto, making it the perfect opportunity for a road trip that offers … Continued
The summer season is short but sweet in Ontario. There are only a handful of weekends to take advantage of the warm weather and the abundance of activities on offer throughout the province, but that becomes a bit more challenging without a car on hand to plan a fun day trip. Luckily, there’s more than … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you’re looking for more staycation options this summer, consider heading to Elora, Ontario. This 19th-century village is filled with charming shops, galleries and the most historic limestone structures that exude European charm — it’s no wonder it was named Ontario’s prettiest town! And you won’t have to worry about where to stay. This June, … Continued
With the summer comes festival season — food festivals, shopping festivals and, best of all, music festivals. In Ontario, we’re lucky to be so close to some of the best festivals of the year. Here are 12 to put on your radar for 2025. 1. NXNE When: June 11-15 Right here in Toronto is Canada’s … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
The Niagara Region is one of the top staycation destinations for Canadians, getting about 13 million tourists per year — and more than 90 per cent arrive by car. While it currently takes just under 2 hours to drive between Toronto and wine country, a hovercraft could cut that travel time to about 30 minutes! Hoverlink … Continued
From all the little gestures of love that mean the world to us to the sacrifices they’ve made for our betterment, moms give so much each and every day. So, when Mother’s Day weekend comes around, it’s our turn to show appreciation and do something special in return. With plenty of things to do not … Continued
The world’s largest tulip festival is returning this weekend and it’s happening right here in Ontario, just a few hours from Toronto. Set against the backdrop of the Rideau Canal, the Canadian Tulip Festival is more than a spectacle — it transforms Canada’s capital into a living mosaic of hundreds of thousands of blooms. This … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
Fragrant cherry trees covered in pretty pink, pale red, and soft white petals will reach peak bloom throughout Toronto and the rest of Ontario early this month due to warmer temperatures. Cherry blossoms will typically last between four and 10 days, and while we went over several locations across Toronto where you can enjoy gorgeous … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
If you’re looking for a historic site that is bustling with charm and stunning waterfront communities, then head to the Thousand Islands Region on the St. Lawrence River, near Gananoque. The Gananoque region is just under a three-hour drive from Toronto and is home to picturesque archipelagos, surrounded by rocky shorelines, sandy beaches and the … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
When Blue Jays fans travel to Seattle next weekend for the team’s match-up against the Mariners, they’ll be greeted by something surprising from our southern neighbours: an apology, and some serious discounts. Canadian travel to the U.S. has plunged by 32 per cent in recent months, likely due to the ongoing trade war, and given … Continued
By Nisean Lorde
As the weather warms up, Torontonians looking for the perfect vacation spot should consider the charming town of Tobermory. This quaint harbour village, nestled at the northern tip of the Bruce Peninsula, is just a 3.5-hour drive from Toronto and boasts the most scenic hiking trails and gorgeous views of the Georgian Bay. But one … Continued
Ontario is home to plenty of destinations filled with natural beauty that make for stunning spring day trips — but not all of them can claim to have beautiful beaches, all-season activities, a historic lighthouse and shipwrecks nearby. Located a three-hour drive from Toronto, MacGregor Point Provincial Park is the ideal weekend trip for adventurers … Continued
