While some cyclists prefer hard-core riding vacations that are all about the miles, others prefer their rides that give them lots of opportunities to stop and smell the roses. This two-day cycling getaway showcases the Whistlestop Trail, an off-road ride between St. Thomas and Port Stanley…
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We’ve all heard that life is more about the journey than the destination, but those wise words can be a hard sell to restless kids riding in the back seat! This summer, surprise them with a road trip that incorporates plenty of time for surprises along the way…
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There’s a common piece of advice given by people with grown children: enjoy time with your kids while you can. Unfortunately, busy summer schedules can make that bit of wise wisdom easier said than done…
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As more and more of us look for ways to reduce our impact on the environment, taking steps to ensure leisure activities make less of a toll on the planet is becoming increasingly important to today’s travellers. From restaurants and hotels to tour providers and agri-tourism destinations, travel partners across Ontario’s Southwest are embracing the challenge of making operational changes today for a brighter tomorrow…
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Locals often overlook the amazing experiences within their own backyards because they aren’t in the “tourist mindset”. Challenge yourself to be as open to new experiences as you’d be on vacation…
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Show your kids that dinner doesn’t come from the grocery store on this two-day tour filled with country fun in and around Elgin and Chatham-Kent counties…
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If you don’t think that you like the winter, it’s probably because you don’t know about these secret little hideaways that are all over Ontario's Southwest. While you were living the “catch flights, not feelings” life, you might have been missing out on these Canadian gems…
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The holiday season is coming up fast! Before we get to the favourite activities of the season, get-togethers, and all round holiday fun, I'm sure you're thinking about the list of names that 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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Wellness is equal parts mental as it is physical so it’s important to nurture both as much as you can. When we’re mentally healthy, we enjoy our surroundings and the people in it. We can be creative, learn, try new things, take risks, and better cope with difficulties both mental and physical…
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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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