Cycling in Toronto along Lake Ontario and the Don Valley
The nicest thing about Toronto is Lake Ontario. But if you’re not from Toronto, you probably don’t know that the core of the city is also bordered by two rivers: Humber River in the West and Don River in the East. And frankly, the best way to experience them is by bike. There are enough […]
Elora and the Elora Gorge
There is a medieval look to Elora as you enter it. The whole town sits on a bed of flagstones; next to it, the Grand River flows through a gorge created by erosion. It is no doubt one of Ontario’s prettiest towns. Some of the numerous well preserved 19th Century buildings are spectacular. It is […]
Exploring the Niagara Region
Many visitors to Niagara Falls will delight in its kitschy storefronts and the bright neon signs that invite them to experience some of its many attractions. However some tourists will prefer to take in one of the world’s most impressive spectacles and immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the falls. Why not turn your […]
Fall colours in Haliburton Highlands
The best spectacle mother nature has to offer is also a fleeting moment. Within a few weeks, the range of colours from pale yellow to crimson red disappears. So a truly Canadian hobby is to drive around the countryside in early to mid-October to admire the colourful leaves. But rows of trees flying by the […]
Jones Falls and the Rideau Canal Waterway
The Rideau canal waterway around Jones Falls is an area where nature and history come together to create a peaceful place to visit, have a picnic, go for a swim and do some boating and kayaking.
Port Dover and Lake Erie
Port Dover has not changed much since the 50s. This beach town is only one among several others along Lake Erie. And the area is also becoming a destination for wine enthusiasts.
Prince Edward County : beaches and wine
The soft sand and shallow waters of Sandbanks in Prince Edward County has made it popular among beachgoers. But most recently, it is the inland that has attracted so many more tourists to the area because of its splendid wineries. The charm of the place comes also from the beautifully preserved historic houses and buildings, […]
The waterfalls of Dundas
There are several beautiful waterfalls along the Niagara escarpment, many of them located near the beautiful town of Dundas. Easily accessible by car, they are part of the Bruce Trail, a hiker’s favourite destination.
Toronto Islands : in the shadow of a big city
OK so you’re in Toronto, it’s hot, the heat radiated from the pavement and the concrete buildings is too much to handle. You want to go to the country side but don’t have hours to spend on a highway or maybe even have access to a car… No problem. Do what Torontonians do, take the […]