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Ontario's Southwest

Ontario’s Southwest content is created by a dedicated in-house team of tourism professionals with a deep connection to the region. From scenic road trips and cozy seasonal getaways to local food trails and family-friendly itineraries, they combine first-hand experience with thoughtful storytelling to highlight hidden gems, seasonal must-dos, and unforgettable experiences for visitors and locals alike.

A Taste of Transformational Travel in Chatham-Kent

An Ontario's Southwest Signature Itinerary Contrary to the plots of popular books and movies like Eat, Pray, Love, and Wild, not all transformational journeys require a long sabbatical from work or a pilgrimage to distant lands. Those seeking a travel experience that encourages self-discovery and personal growth have closer-to-home options that can be enjoyed in just a few days…

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Rustically Responsible: 4 Glamping Getaways That Give Back

While we’re huge proponents of the “leave nothing but footprints” approach to camping and glamping, there is at least one exception. The dollars left by travellers who choose to support local restaurants, farms, wineries, craft breweries and retailers during their stay play a critical role in creating thriving destinations…

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Getaway Wishes Granted By The Hidden-Gem Genie

As more and more travel influencers share best-kept travel secrets with the masses through their social media feeds, finding off-the-radar adventures is getting increasingly difficult. Fortunately, Ontario’s Southwest still has plenty of tricks up its sleeve for travellers eager to enjoy excellent…

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Why Go South? Explore Southwest!

Do you normally spend the snowy months down south? Here are a few things you may be missing out on if you don'tspend the winter learning more about your local region, discovering area businesses, and taking in some natural winter beauty…

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Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season

The holiday season is coming up fast! Before we get to the favourite activities of the season, get-togethers, and all-round holiday fun, we'resure you're thinking about the list of names you'll need to shop for. We're here to help with ideas and experiences from across Ontario's Southwest that are sure to please as a gift this merry season. …

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Guess Where Trips: The Perfect Gift for the Adventurous Person in Your Life

Everyone has that spontaneous adventure seeker on their holiday shopping list. You know, the one who knows the best places to explore, the most exceptional restaurants to eat at, and where to find unique experiences. They are vivacious, fun, and find “the unknown” to be exciting! They are also impossible to shop for. What do you buy for someone who is only interested in collecting memories and doesn’t want tangible things? Have you guessed where we are going with this? (hint!)…

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Sustainable Gift Ideas

As the festive season of giving approaches, many of us are mindful of our impact and seek to gift sustainably. But what does "sustainably" mean when it comes to gifting? That's a great question! In this blog post, we'll focus on gifts that limit waste, are created out of materials that limit harm to the natural environment, and come from local businesses in Ontario's Southwest that give back to their communities and care for their workers…

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