The end of January means it’s time to tube down main street! There’s a reason Bracebridge, Ontario is called ‘the heart of Muskoka’ and it’s not only because of its central location in this popular vacation destination. Here, in the picturesque town that’s built around the gorgeous Muskoka River, you’ll find a heartfelt welcome in every... Read more»
Concerts, holiday trains, downhill torch runs, New Year’s Eve parties and more! There’s a ton happening this Christmas season in Algonquin Park, the Almaguin Highlands, Loring-Restoule, Muskoka and Parry Sound. Here’s just a partial list of all the festive fun you’ll find in Ontario’s cottage country: ALGONQUIN PARK Oxtongue Lake Community Christmas Tree Lighting: December 7 ALMAGUIN HIGHLANDS Christmas... Read more»
The wildfire burning 75km north of the Town of Parry Sound is nowhere near this charming coastal spot on Georgian Bay. Come for a visit and see for yourself! The wildfire that is burning in Northern Ontario is approximately 75km from the Town of Parry Sound and surrounding villages, posing no danger to tourists wanting... Read more»
Last spring, popular blogger Camper Christina enlisted her Dad to go on a fun fishing adventure in Parry Sound, Ontario. The results were successful in more ways than one. The last time my Dad and I went fishing, I was about five-years-old and I used a plastic rod with plastic fish. It was not so... Read more»
A big part of the summer fun tradition in Ontario’s cottage country is the live music played by fantastic artists for appreciative – and sun kissed – music fans. You want unique venues? We’ve got it all – from renowned establishments such as The Kee to Bala and the Charles W. Stockey Centre for the Performing Arts (home base... Read more»
In the first of a series of articles championing careers in tourism, an Explorers’ Edge staff member says working in hospitality develops skills that will serve you throughout your career, no matter where it takes you. (Job listings updated for 2019.) An article about the richest man in the world recently caught my eye. Apparently Jeff... Read more»
Frozen lakes give way to sparkling blue waters, and the doors spring open again to one of Ontario’s most popular tourism destinations. Home to Muskoka’s iconic cultural lifestyle, the Township of Muskoka Lakes is a must-see and do hotspot for folks who want a rejuvenating getaway once the warmer weather arrives. With charming historic towns... Read more»
