Trip Inspiration | July 2020

When exploring Ontario’s Southwest, let’s remember to be responsible travellers! Now you may be asking, what exactly is a responsible traveller?

Looking for slightly more challenging paddle routes in Southwestern Ontario? The region is chalked full of amazing paddling destinations, from day use to a quick overnight. Here are some of my favourite intermediate routes.

Canoe and kayak sales are going bonkers right now. There are more people out paddling than ever before. Some are heading to the far north to soak in the solace of some far-off wilderness waterway. But a lot more are just looking for tranquility on a piece of nearby semi-wild water, and maybe even practice up their skills a little bit.

It’s the summer of family-time and exploring hidden-local treasures. What better way to surprise your resident animal lover than these up close and personalized animal experiences on your next road trip?

Does your dog give you, “the look” when you try to leave your home? You know, that “Please don’t leave me behind when you go out!” look that both breaks and melts your heart? Avoid the drama and bring your dog for the adventure!  Here are six fun things you can do in Ontario’s Southwest with your most loyal friend.

Grandma. Grandpa. Granny. Pops. Whatever term of endearment your kids use, chances are their grandparents haven’t heard it quite as often as they would have liked this year. As Ontario families begin to reconnect with extended family members, it’s a great time for grandparents and grandkids to enjoy activities together again. Enter the gramping getaway! 

There’s nothing quite like rising early in the morning and enjoying a warm cup of tea and something to read. This is even more true if you take pride in your own garden oasis. Now more than ever, Ontarians are spending a little extra time at home, basking in nature which is literally in their own backyard. 

Did you know Chatham-Kent once proudly served as a premier destination for fugitive slaves seeking their freedom and a better life? The northern terminus of the Underground Railroad resulted in one of the most successful black settlements in Canada.

It is the perfect time of the year for cruising down the highway, going on a hike, feeling the sun on your face, and of course ice cream!

It’s the summer of the road trip and we know you’re itching to get out of your home and discover local spots that you may have overlooked in the past to share with friends and family virtually. Ontario’s Southwest is home to a great number of picture worthy locations that even some of us who live here might not have visited before.