Ontario knows its festivals. Ranging from agricultural affairs to massive festivals celebrating music, Ontario’s festival scene has something for everyone.
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Mariposa Market – An Orillia Ontario Tradition
For almost 30 years the Mariposa Market has been a regular stop for vacationers, cottagers, and locals to the Orillia Ontario area.
Gone to Pot by Yours Outdoors in Ontario’s Highlands
The clay on the pottery wheel feels surprisingly warm and velvety within my hands as it spins around and around transforming from its original blob shape into a beautiful useable creation.
A Maple Syrup Experience at Deakins Mountainview B&B
In Killaloe Ontario the Deakins Mountainview B&B is a charming yellow house on a hill filled with warmth, sweetness & bunnies – you’ll never want to leave.
A Starry Night with Shine Juice Bar and Streets Alive Orillia
My evening of magic in art & food in Orillia Ont. included a vegan feast at Shine Juice Bar & a stroll through the downtown streets alive with art & music.
Segway of Ontario – Touring Toronto Distillery District in Style
There are many ways to experience the Distillery District – Toronto’s famous historical and entertainment precinct. But I think a unique way of experiencing the Distillery District is in style – by Segway!!
A Gentleman’s Adventure in Toronto, Ontario
Learn how to sharpen your skills in this Gentleman’s adventure in Toronto by taking traditional “male” activities & update them for the contemporary man.
Where to Take a Date in Toronto, Ontario
Our recommendations for where to take a date in Toronto; when you want to seduce that special someone Casa Loma, CN Tower, Ripley’s Aquarium, AGO & ROM.
Running with the Huskies of Winterdance Dogsled Tours
In the brisk cold winter air, there is silence except for the jangle of the collars and the panting of the Purebred Siberian Huskies. No one speaks for fear of ruining the moment as the bright sun shines overhead and the dog sled makes its way down the trail.
4 Girls Go Ice Fishing for the First Time: The Confession
The true story of 4 girls on their first ice fishing adventure to Lake Simcoe, Ontario with a bombardier ride, frostbite, murder, prop fish and an outhouse.
WWOOF-ing it at Scales Nature Park in Orillia Ontario
Mike shares his experience volunteering with WWOOF (World Wide Organization of Organic Farmers) & Scales Nature Park. A great place to be for your next travel adventure.
The Invisible Artist: Graffiti Culture with Tour Guys Toronto
Living in an urban core, graffiti is a normal sight – but did you know that it’s an invisible conversation?
Tea for Two – High Tea at the Windsor Arms Hotel in Toronto
My afternoon tea experience at the Windsor Arms Hotel in Toronto Ontario was lovely & it has encouraged me to seek out more high tea experiences around the world as I travel.
5 Reasons to Check Out Toronto’s Festival of Beer
After sampling a satisfying amount of beer & food, Lea and Chris reflect on the top 5 reasons why Toronto’s Festival of Beer is an event you can’t miss!
Travel Music Playlist – Haliburton Folk Music Camp Ontario
Some folks take it with them Some folks bring it home with them We always spend time before a trip compiling our vacation playlist – some reggae for the beach, some dance to keep us awake, some classical for reading and relaxing, some comedy for the drive. But have you ever brought music home with… Continue reading Travel Music Playlist – Haliburton Folk Music Camp Ontario
Perspectives Under the Sea: Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Close your eyes. Picture the most amazing aquarium that you can imagine. Elegant and exquisite fish of every shape, size, and colour, great white sharks swimming by, and perhaps even a giant sea turtle gracefully gliding through the water as you snap photos of it through the glass. Now imagine where this aquarium is located:… Continue reading Perspectives Under the Sea: Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Creating Beauty out of the Fire – Artech Glass Blowing Studio – Haliburton
We surround the furnace watching instructor Terry Craig teach us the basics of glass blowing at Artech Glass Blowing Studio in Haliburton Ontario.
The Briars Resort and Spa – Review
Located an easy few hours north of Toronto on Lake Simcoe Jackson’s Point; The Briars Resort and Spa is homey, comfortable, welcoming and unpretentious.
EdgeWalk Toronto: Start At The Top, Work Your Way Down
The winter season winding down can only mean one thing in Toronto: The return of EdgeWalk Just as the name implies, EdgeWalk is an “extreme urban adventure” for brave (or crazy) souls who think it would be fun to walk along the edge of one of the world’s tallest free-standing structures on a narrow, steel… Continue reading EdgeWalk Toronto: Start At The Top, Work Your Way Down
Photo Essay: High Park Toronto Through the Seasons
If you’ve been in the US or Canada this past winter, you’ll know how much we got hit by the true nature of the season. Here in Toronto, the ice storm over the Christmas Holidays knocked out the power for more than a week, tore down trees, and put a blanket of ice and snow… Continue reading Photo Essay: High Park Toronto Through the Seasons