Explore Ottawa this summer The nice thing about our nation’s capital is that it is big enough to have loads of things to do, and small enough that you can do A LOT, even in a short visit! It also has a great mix of outdoor fun, outstanding national museums and amazing festivals and events…

When the sun is out and the weather is warm, there is nothing better than cooling off in the water. And Ontario has a LOT of water! Whether you are into the natural kind, found at Ontario’s beautiful beaches, or the man-made kind at an Ontario water park, wet is wet! So throw on a…

What to do in the summer with the family When the kids are off school during the summer, it is always a challenge to find things to do that make everyone happy. We have a few suggestions below, but don’t forget that http://www.summerfunguide.ca has 16 different categories and 7 regions and an event calendar, an…

17 Train Rides & Boat Cruises in Ontario. There are loads of ways to see our wonderful province – by car, on foot, by plane…but 2 great ways are by boat and by train. Both move quickly enough that you get to see a fair amount, but slowly enough that you REALLY get to see…

25 summer long weekend activities in Ontario. Summer long weekends here in Ontario are highly anticipated by everyone. Not only do we need a break from our normal routines but we also need the warm weather & sunny skies to help us get over our loooong winters. Here are a few suggestions for things to…

9 Great Resorts in Ontario with Something Different. Ontario has an incredibly wide range of accommodations on offer – from big resorts to small inns and everything in between. With all the wonderful things to do in the province, sometimes it makes sense to stop day-tripping and start immersing yourself in a region by staying…

9 Ontario parks & hiking trails worth exploring Spring & summer are perfect for hiking in Ontario. We have miles and miles (kilometers and kilometers) of spectacular hiking trails for every level so there’s no excuse not to look one up and start exploring our own backyard on foot! With the recently extended Trans Canada…

25 Festivals in Ontario to Visit this Summer There are festivals all summer long, some big…some small…so wherever you visit, take the time to check what’s on there.  Some are even worth building your trip around. We have just a few suggestions here, but visit Summer Fun Guide’s festival listings and our event calendar for…

Summer Theatre & Outdoor Concerts in Ontario One of the great things about living in Ontario is the huge selection of cultural and arts offerings available. Summer, in particular, provides loads of opportunities to enjoy live theatre and music. Book now to make sure you see the shows that appeal. Summer Theatre & Concerts in…

Things to do in Collingwood, Ontario Collingwood and the Blue Mountain area used to be a destination only for skiers. Oh, how that has changed! There has been a concerted effort by the region to expand offerings to entice tourism year round and now, the area is actually more popular in warm weather than cold.…