Trip Inspiration

Black History in Ontario’s Southwest

It is important to learn about the history of our area. The good, the bad,and the inspiring. Learning about Black history is important for every single person in Ontario’s Southwest during Black History Month, on Emancipation Day, and on every other day of the year too. You need to know about the history before you can build a better future…

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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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Family Vacations Teenagers Actually Want to Go On

Planning a vacation that the whole family will enjoy can be challenging. Especially if you have teenagers in the mix. Convincing them to put down their phone or to take a break from video games and engage with the family iseasier when they are excited by the activities planned…

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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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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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Top 5 Ways for New Canadians to Get in the Holiday Spirit

If you are new to Canada, I'd like to extend a wholehearted welcome! I'm so glad that you chose to live, study/work, and play in this beautiful country that I've lived my whole life. Let me introduce myself. My name is Meg, and you can think of me as your new Canadian friend who loves sharing local trip suggestions within Ontario's Southwest…

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