Category: Travel

Summer in Ontario usually comes with packed patios and busy festivals, but a countryside farm near Fergus is taking a quieter approach to seasonal tourism, because, as they put it, “the best things aren’t meant to be crowded.” Hereward Farms is a family-owned lavender and sunflower farm nestled in East Garafraxa, about a 1.5-hour drive … Continued

A popular summer beach destination in the Niagara Region has been drawing visitors for decades, but back in its heyday, it was a major tourist attraction for very different reasons than the gorgeous white sand and clear waters visitors flock to today. Crystal Beach is a laid-back Lake Erie beach town nestled in Fort Erie, … Continued

Across the province, farmers’ markets are in full swing, showcasing a vibrant abundance of the freshest seasonal produce and locally sourced offerings. These bustling hubs offer a diverse range of goodies, making them the perfect place to explore and support local agriculture while savouring the flavours of the season. Here are the best farmers’ markets … Continued

Not everyone can afford tickets to the World Cup 2026, but there are other ways to get in on the celebrations, including watch parties, romance excursions and, well, theatre. This summer, Globus Theatre in Bobcaygeon, about 1.5 hours northeast of the GTA, is turning World Cup mania into an interactive dinner theatre experience with Murder … Continued

Toronto has the usual touristy stops for visitors, from the CN Tower to the Distillery District and the Toronto Islands. But tucked into the Don Valley, behind an unassuming trailhead near a grocery store parking lot, there’s a forested escape that feels surprisingly far from the city. Very zen. Crothers Woods is one of those … Continued

Summer is just around the corner, and that means road trip season! Thankfully, you don’t have to travel too far from Toronto to find small town charm and countryside escapes that feel worlds away from the city. Here are 35 essential summer day trips from Toronto to add to your warm-weather bucket list. Cobourg This … Continued

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off this month, and while Toronto and Vancouver are getting all the stadium action, one small Ontario town will have its own quieter claim to World Cup history. The training sites for the 48 national teams playing in the World Cup were recently unveiled, and only two base camps … Continued

Some places allow you to slow down before you’ve even checked in. Elora Mill is one of them. The streets narrow crossing the bridge into the centre of a very European-feeling town as we turn left and head along a row of limestone buildings to the gate of the Elora Mill hotel and spa perched … Continued

Lake Erie has dozens of charming little coastal towns dotted with gorgeous sandy beaches and rich maritime heritage, but few do it like Port Stanley. This popular waterfront gem is nestled on the north shore of Lake Erie, at the mouth of Kettle Creek. As it’s just under a 2.5-hour drive from Toronto and about … Continued

With the first official weekend of summer (declared after temperatures finally reached the high 20 degrees) it’s time to pack the car and head north. Every Torontonian knows that summer in Toronto really means a summer of escaping the city — and it’s no secret that Ontario is packed with beautiful spots to beat the … Continued