{"id":2970,"date":"2021-04-22T16:13:50","date_gmt":"2021-04-22T16:13:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/?p=2970"},"modified":"2021-10-22T16:44:29","modified_gmt":"2021-10-22T16:44:29","slug":"wellness-adventure-family-fun-or-romance-plan-your-staycation-at-one-of-these-ontario-resorts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wellness-adventure-family-fun-or-romance-plan-your-staycation-at-one-of-these-ontario-resorts\/","title":{"rendered":"WELLNESS, ADVENTURE, FAMILY-FUN OR ROMANCE?  PLAN YOUR STAYCATION AT ONE OF THESE ONTARIO RESORTS!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"b12171e95ca29a06569361a76d0dc3e3\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-6144103376590397\" async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>Sometimes it feels like Groundhog Day, doesn\u2019t it?\u00a0 We are in yet another lockdown in Ontario and while we know many of you are growing weary, remember that the warmer weather is almost here making lockdown feel much less \u2018locked-in\u2019.\u00a0 With a big question mark surrounding what this summer\u2019s travel recommendations will look like, why not plan a staycation at one of these awesome Ontario resorts?\u00a0 You don\u2019t have to go far to enjoy a relaxing getaway.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.grailsprings.com\/spa-and-healing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">A total wellness escape in Bancroft<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2977\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-11.58.08-AM.png\" alt=\"Outdoor Sauna\" width=\"259\" height=\"139\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Are you looking for a holistic retreat where you can reconnect with yourself or your partner -all while being surrounded by nature? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grailsprings.com\/spa-and-healing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Grail Springs Retreat Centre for Wellbeing<\/a> is dedicated to the wellness of its guests and the planet.\u00a0 You can enjoy yoga, hiking, meditation, drum journeys, guest speakers and enjoy delicious plant-based meals to bring the full-circle wellness experience.\u00a0 They\u2019ve also got a unique equine meditation experience (horses!).\u00a0 Spa treatments range from body wraps to massage therapy to energy healing and more.\u00a0 All of this is set within Northern Ontario\u2019s beautiful wildlife filled forests.\u00a0 Refill your mind, body and soul at the magical Grail Springs Spa for a soul-filling staycation.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bayviewwildwood.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">A fun-filled family getaway in Muskoka<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2976\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-11.58.15-AM.png\" alt=\"Kids splashing on a dock\" width=\"259\" height=\"144\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If your family is going a little stir-crazy after lockdown, why not switch up the scenery for a fun-filled Muskoka staycation.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bayviewwildwood.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Bayview Wildwood Resort<\/a> in Port Severn has so many activities available, it will be impossible to be bored.\u00a0 With an indoor\/outdoor pool, lawn games, hiking, waterfront and tons of sporting equipment + access to courts \u2013 everyone will be entertained.\u00a0 The resort even offers scavenger hunts, and smore kits for a lakeside campfire.\u00a0 Expend some of that pent up energy from being home for so long in Ontario\u2019s quintessential cottage country.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/wildernesstours.com\/accommodation\/onsite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Tap into your wild side with an outdoor rafting adventure along the Ottawa River<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2975\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-11.58.22-AM.png\" alt=\"People white water rafting\" width=\"257\" height=\"138\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Maybe you\u2019re looking for the opposite of relaxation and are craving an adrenaline rush.\u00a0 In that case, opt for an adventure and a rustic cottage stay at the Ottawa River <a href=\"https:\/\/wildernesstours.com\/accommodation\/onsite\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Wilderness Tours Raft &amp; Kayak Resort<\/a>.\u00a0 From there, you can choose one of their many white-water rafting, kayak, or mountain bike tours to get your blood pumping.\u00a0 If white-water rafting down the Ottawa River makes your sweat just thinking of it, elect for a \u2018resort day\u2019 where you can kayak, stand up paddleboard or hike on the extensive trail system. An Ottawa river experience and stay at the Wilderness Tours Resort definitely will go down in the books as one to remember.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.couplesresort.ca\/about.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Spark up some romance at this adult\u2019s only resort in Algonquin Park<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2973\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-11.58.39-AM.png\" alt=\"Outdoor Pool\" width=\"262\" height=\"137\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s Valentine\u2019s Day every day at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.couplesresort.ca\/about.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Couple\u2019s Resort<\/a> in Algonquin park. Bring on the romance for an adult\u2019s only weekend at this secluded resort.\u00a0 Have drinks by the lakeside patio and pool, indulge in a couples massage, explore the beautiful surroundings of Algonquin Park, or dig into a 5-course chef-prepared meal fireside.\u00a0 While we\u2019re sure you\u2019ve been spending a lot of extra time together this past year, a change of scenery is always a fun chance to reconnect and focus on each other.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nottawasagaresort.com\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Tee off on 2 scenic golf courses along the Nottawasaga River<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-2972\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-11.58.47-AM.png\" alt=\"Birds eye view of a golf course\" width=\"258\" height=\"141\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Tee off at two incredibly scenic golf courses along the Nottawasaga River at Ontario\u2019s only 45-hole golf resort, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nottawasagaresort.com\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Nottawasaga Resort<\/a>. If the kids come with you, they\u2019ll be entertained by the indoor mini-put, 3 story waterslide and the tropical rainforest themed pool. If relaxing is your thing, choose a luxurious suite (with a gas fireplace and jacuzzi) or hit up the spa for a soothing massage. Located a short 45 minutes from Toronto in Alliston, this resort checks the boxes for everyone\u2019s needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/hotelxtoronto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">A swanky city staycation overlooking Lake Ontario at Hotel X<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2971\" src=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-12.00.32-PM-300x198.png\" alt=\"Girl getting out of a pool at sunset\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-12.00.32-PM-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-12.00.32-PM-768x508.png 768w, https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Screen-Shot-2021-04-22-at-12.00.32-PM.png 792w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One of Toronto\u2019s latest hot spots is the brand-new stunning Hotel X, with an unmatched and unencumbered view of Lake Ontario.\u00a0 A must-do while at Hotel X is check out the 55-foot indoor\/outdoor heated pool. The sunsets from the Falcon Skybar are unrivaled, offering a panoramic view of Lake Ontario. When restrictions lift, enjoy the premier gym 10XTO with its 6 glass-backed squash courts, 4 tennis courts, hot yoga studio and more.\u00a0 For the kids, they can play at the 3000 square foot kids play area with a sports court, quiet area, age-appropriate books and toys, and a big screen for movie time. Watch a movie as a family in the screening room, dine at one of the many top quality dining choices or explore the waterfront. Hotel X is a gorgeous and modern city-resort for you to treat yourself to a staycation in the big smoke!<\/p>\n<p>With so much time spent at home this year, when it&#8217;s safe to do so treat yourself to a change of scenery at one of Ontario&#8217;s wonderful resorts, hotels, fishing lodges, campgrounds or spas! Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/accommodations-resorts-spas.html\">Accommodations Category<\/a> for a full list of accommodations available province wide!<\/p>\n<p>Natalie &amp; Phil <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sometimes it feels like Groundhog Day, doesn\u2019t it?\u00a0 We are in yet another lockdown in Ontario and while we know many of you are growing weary, remember that the warmer weather is almost here making lockdown feel much less \u2018locked-in\u2019.\u00a0 With a big question mark surrounding what this summer\u2019s travel recommendations will look like, why&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[134],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2970","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-ontario-region"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2970","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2970"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2970\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3680,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2970\/revisions\/3680"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2970"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2970"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.summerfunguide.ca\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2970"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}