A Is for Apples: Fun Ways to Add Some Orchard to Your Fall
The leaves are changing and autumn is calling! From mouth-watering apple pies to delicious ciders, Ontario’s Southwest has got some of the sweetest apple treats in the area…
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The Tastiest Sober Sipping
Just how hot is the non-alcoholic drink market? Some predictions anticipate that global market share for non-alcoholic beers will grow even more than craft beer in the next five to ten years…
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Indigenous Tourism in Ontario’s Southwest
The lakes, rivers, and land we love to explore in Ontario’s Southwest were cared for by Indigenous Peoples who were here long before any settlers…
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Ontario’s Southwest Adventures New Canadians Will Love
If you are new to Canada and want to get to know the local culture, history, food, and people in Ontario's Southwest, the best way to do that is by travelling locally. No matter which season you arrive in, don’t wait before you start exploring. It would be a shame for you to miss outwhile waiting for different weather. To help you get started, we’ve put together a “must visit” list that you should check out. …
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Road Trip Ready Itineraries
Exploring new destinations or even previous favourites that aren't the usual suspects can be a tall order for those with limited vacation days. Fortunately, with a little advance planning, it’s possible to pack a whole lot of fun into just two days - and we've done the planning for you! Ontario's…
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Your Guide to Amazing Places in the Long Point Biosphere
Did you know that on the north shore of Lake Erie is an internationally recognized biosphere reserve that provides an example of the Great Lakes coastal ecosystem and a unique blend of habitats? In the heart of Carolinian Canada in Norfolk County you'll find the Long Point Biosphere Reserve which…
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Best Fall Day Hikes in Ontario's Southwest
Most noted philosophers used walking to get their thoughts going. Wilderness visionaries like Henry David Thoreau walked a great distance to experience the wilderness landscape (Thoreau walked 100 days in 1866, from Montreal to Quebec City). But you don’t need a major pilgrimage to become familiar with nature…
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Cut through Ontario's Southwest with the Global Barber
Barbershops are known as a hub of conversation and historically as a place where locals meet regularly. You may not have ever thought about barbershops as a way to get a taste of local culture but a place where you can sit with locals for an extended period with plenty of opportunities for conversation makes them just that…
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Fishing Ontario's Southwest With Ashley Rae
Did you know the freshwater lakes and rivers of Ontario’s Southwest offer some of Ontario’s best fishing…
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What to Expect When Exploring Ontario’s Southwest
Going out into the world can be a bit overwhelming. There are many important rules, additional expectations, and a lot more signage to pay attention to. Even though these changes seemed strange at first, they are in place to keep you safe and must be taken seriously…
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