Unique Holiday Markets For One-of-a-Kind Shopping
Forget stinky perfume sets and novelty socks this holiday season—give gifts that speak to what your loved ones really love. The best way to find something … Continue Reading
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A Baie-St-Paul getaway on the Train de Charlevoix
When the starting point for your train ride is right by cascading waters even higher than Niagara Falls, you take it as a sign of … Continue Reading
Dog Days in London, Ontario
We took our pooch on the train to London, for a weekend of canine capers.
Last summer, we adopted Piña, a sassy little hurricane-rescue dog from … Continue Reading
Explore Black Excellence on a Culture Break in Toronto
Torontonians find joy and community in celebrating their diverse roots, sharing creative ideas and exploring contemporary concerns around race and culture. In anticipation of Black … Continue Reading
Haunted Canada: A Ghost Hunter’s Guide to Scary Destinations
If you’re too old to trick or treat but you still love a good scare, there are more than enough haunted destinations in Canada to give you goose bumps, wherever your travels take you. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to visit, dine, or stay this Halloween—with the possibility of a ghostly encounter—we’ve got a cross-country list of suggestions. Enjoy your trip—see you on the other side?
A Day in Toronto’s Junction Neighbourhood
Named for its location—amid a criss-cross of railway lines—the Junction is one of Toronto's most vibrant West End neighbourhoods. Just north of High Park, and … Continue Reading
A Relaxing Mother’s Day Getaway around Cobourg
This time last year, I spent Mother’s Day at home alone. (Single tear.) My 22-year-old son had just flown our Ontario nest for the Rockies, … Continue Reading