Why wait until visitors come in from out of town to explore the best tourist attractions of your city or town? If you’re taking some time off this summer or fall, it’s a great opportunity to be a tourist at home. African Lion Safari (Southwestern Ont) Have you always wanted to go on a safari…

The Haliburton Highlands is a unique place to spend your summer vacation time.  The area is rich in natural beauty, outdoor adventures, history, culture & more. It even has 6 motorcycle routes! If you’re looking for a place to experience the amazing Ontario landscape, this is a wonderful place to explore. Haliburton Forest & Wildlife…

Ahhhh – to be surrounded by blue water and to feel the warm sand between your toes.  What a feeling!  Usually we have to travel far to experience such pleasures, but in the summer, it’s all available to us right here in Ontario. Waterparks: Young & old can have a blast at a waterpark in…

Called “the Heart of Ontario”, Hamilton, Burlington, Halton, Oakville, The Niagara Escarpment, Brant, Brantford, Milton & Stoney Creek are filled with fun activities, fascinating history and gorgeous landscapes. Here are just a few of the many things that are worth checking out. For more suggestions, visit the Southwestern Ontario region on Summer Fun Guide. 1.…

When the weather is good, Ontarians love to get out on the water.  All over the province there are boat cruises, canoe & kayaking adventures, fishing excursions & so much more.  Whether you’re looking for a gentle meander down a calm lake, an adventurous rafting adventure or a fast cruise on a speed boat, there’s…

I had no idea that Ontario was home to so many spectacular waterfalls. All over our province you can find easily accessible, family friendly waterfalls (think restaurants & washrooms nearby) & many others that are off the beaten track & take a little more effort to find. All in all – you can feel like…

For all the animal lovers out there, summer is the perfect time for a visit to one of the  many farms & zoos in our province. You (and your kids) can get close enough to touch many of the animals. The farms and zoos across Ontario provide a wonderful opportunity to learn about local &…

There are many quintessential Ontario experiences to be had this summer, like incredible golfing, delicious culinary experiences, mountain biking adventures, brewery & winery tours, heritage experiences & so much more.  The only question will be – what to do first?!? Golf Tours of Niagara Are you an avid golfer or have you always wanted to…

What to do in Niagara-on-the-Lake Niagara-on-the-Lake has a special flair: it is small, but gorgeous, with tons of character. Rich in history and known as one of the prettiest towns in Canada, here are a few places to start discovering the town:   Niagara-on-the-Lake Wineries Check out the famous wineries in Niagara-on-the-Lake, winners of multiple…

Are you looking for a fun getaway for your family but don’t want to go too far?  We’ve come up with a list of fantastic getaways in Ontario with a wide range of activities to suit all the interests of your family. This is a great place to start! Camping & RVing:  Camping is a…