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Dec 28, 2011
Distillery District Toronto. Hype or reality?
Distillery District Toronto. Does it live up to the hype? Toronto Distillery District has attracted an enormous amount of press in recent years…
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Dec 12, 2011
Chinatown Toronto. Detailed review with photos & shopping tips..
Discover Chinatown Toronto, a bustling downtown Toronto neighbourhood with much to attract the traveller, bargain shopper, foodie, heritage fan and art lover.
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Dec 3, 2011
Aboriginal Art Galleries in Ontario
Aboriginal Art Galleries in Ontario offer work by Inuit artists and First Nations Artists. Discover some of the finest art galleries in Ontario.
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Nov 29, 2011
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens. Detailed review with photos.
Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens with acres of exotic plants is one of the hidden jewels of Niagara Falls.
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Nov 26, 2011
Port Dover Ontario Tourist Attractions
Port Dover Ontario. Come for the beach, the pier, PD 13, live theatre, history and more.
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Nov 25, 2011
Ontario Culture: Fine Art, Craft Studios, Live Performances & History Museums
If you enjoy the arts, you’ll LOVE exploring Ontario culture. My best tips for culture-vultures!
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Nov 22, 2011
Fort York Toronto. Detailed review with photos.
Fort York Toronto, Where The City Began. Historic fort displays Ontario history during the War of 1812. Military demos, guided tours, artefacts, and more.
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Nov 8, 2011
Christmas in Canada
Are you planning to spend Christmas in Canada? Want to see the most spectular Christmas lights? The most glittering Christmas tree? Or how about experiencing an old-fashioned Christmas? Here are some tips to make the most of your holiday! Christmas in Canada.
Oct 14, 2011
Video about Black Creek Pioneer Village
I just found another great Ontario travel video, this one showing Black Creek Pioneer Village. Find it here at the bottom of the first of my two pages about Black Creek Village Toronto.
Oct 8, 2011
Oktoberfest Kitchener
What is Oktoberfest? Kitchener Ontario has the second-largest Bavarian festival in the world. This multi-faceted community fair features traditional German food, beer, music, dancing, singing contests, midways, barrel races, a parade & LOTS more. Learn more here: Oktoberfest Kitchener
Oct 8, 2011
BOO! Halloween Festivals in Ontario
Celebrate Halloween at these great Ontario attractions:
Halloween Howl at the Toronto Zoo Ghost Tour at Fort George in Niagara on the Lake Murder at Twilight at Casa Loma Haunted Village Hayrides at Fanshawe Pioneer Village near London Ontario
Oct 1, 2011
Old Fort Erie Ontario. A detailed review.
Old Fort Erie Ontario during the War of 1812 was a blood-soaked battlefield. Today it is a living istory museum with costumed guides. Review of the tour, buildings, exhibition centre, dining, shopping
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Sep 19, 2011
Back Eddies. Cafe review.
Back Eddies. A unique cafe in Paisley Ontario.
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Sep 19, 2011
Toronto Tourism Articles
Toronto Tourism Articles on Ontario Travel Secrets to help you plan your trip to Toronto.
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Sep 19, 2011
Niagara Falls in Canada Articles
Niagara Falls in Canada. Articles to help you plan your trip. From Ontario Travel Secrets.
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Sep 7, 2011
Cheap Road Trips from Toronto
Cheap road trips starting from Toronto are easy with these great itineraries. Check this road trip planning guide for tips on weekend trips to Niagara, Stratford, London, Picton, Hamilton and more.
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Sep 4, 2011
Ontario Travel Secrets. Toronto, Ottawa, Niagara Falls Canada & more!
An insider's guide to Ontario travel with detailed reviews of hidden treasures and major Ontario attractions. Discover Toronto like a local, Niagara region, Ontario festivals and events, & more.
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Aug 25, 2011
Island Queen Cruise on Georgian Bay Ontario. A detailed review.
Take the Island Queen Cruise on a journey through the 30000 Islands of the beautiful and spectacular Georgian Bay. Scenes en route, length of tours, special entertainment.
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Aug 21, 2011
Black Creek Pioneer Village. Detailed review & photos.
Black Creek Pioneer Village near Toronto. Explore 40 authentically restored buildings in a 19th century village. Meet costumed demonstrators. Tips for making the most of your journey.
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Aug 21, 2011
Black Creek Village. Practical Tips for Visitors.
Black Creek Village Essential Visitor Information. Size of Village, Food, Time Needed, Before You Go, Eating, Shopping, Location and More.
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Aug 19, 2011
Spadina House Toronto. A Detailed Review and Photographs of the Historic Museum.
Spadina House Toronto is the former home of a powerful Toronto family. The house and its gorgeous gardens are now owned by the City of Toronto, which operates it as a museum.
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Aug 14, 2011
Ontario Festivals and Events: July to December
Enjoy Ontario Festivals and Events. Niagara Grape and Wine Festival, Pride Festival, Toronto International Film Festival and more
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Aug 14, 2011
CNE Toronto, Canada's Largest Community Festival. End of Summer Event.
CNE Toronto. Canadian National Exhibition at Exhibition Place Toronto offers Midway rides, exhibits, an Air Show, concerts. Fun for the whole family.
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Jul 31, 2011
Ottawa Street in Hamilton Now a Destination for Antique Collectors
Ottawa Street North, Hamilton, long known as the best textile shopping district in Ontario, is gaining a reputation for something new.
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Jun 30, 2011
Drake Hotel Toronto
Drake Hotel Toronto in the West Queen Street West District reflects and feeds its artsy community.
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Jun 23, 2011
Toronto Movie Theatres
Toronto Movie Theatres. First-run and repertory films. Classics and more.
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May 31, 2011
Fun Ontario Shopping Daytrips
Discover Ontario Shopping Daytrips with Your Ontario Travel Secrets Guide. Toronto shopping, Ottawa shopping and more
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Mar 27, 2011
Kensington Market Toronto
Kensington Market Toronto, with its specialty food stores, vintage clothing stores and laidback restaurants and cafes, makes for a great day trip for the avid shopper and curious cultural explorer
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Jan 1, 2011
Top Tourist Attractions in Toronto
Top Tourist Attractions in Toronto. What are the Crowd Favourites? Niche Interests? CN Tower, Art Gallery of Ontario, Royal Ontario Museum and more.
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Dec 23, 2010
Spending Christmas in Canada? How to Have a Jolly Holiday
Spending Christmas in Canada? festive events in Toronto, Ottawa and Niagara Falls
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Sep 6, 2010
London Ontario Airport. Make a quick getaway with ease.
Use London Ontario Airport for small-airport convenience. Enjoy international flights from Southwestern Ontario. Learn which airlines serve the London International Airport, transportation, amenities.
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Sep 4, 2010
St Catharines Ontario Attractions
While visiting St Catharines Ontario for the Niagara Wine Festival don't miss Port Dalhousie Ontario, the museum or the art gallery.
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Sep 1, 2010
Hotels at Niagara Falls. Five Familiar Names to Make The Visitor Feel at Home.
5 Top Hotels at Niagara Falls. Embassy Suites Niagara Falls, Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls and more great Niagara Falls Ontario hotels.
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Aug 30, 2010
Romantic Travel Destinations in Ontario: Great Getaways for Two
The best Romantic Travel Destinations in Ontario. Share stunning scenery, slower-paced living, and sensual seclusion at Ontario romantic getaways now.
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Aug 29, 2010
Port Dover Harbour Museum
Visit Port Dover Harbour Museum and learn about life on Lake Erie, Lake Erie Shipwrecks, fishing on the Great Lakes and more.
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Aug 25, 2010
Coming in September: The Niagara Wine Festival
For wine lovers in Niagara, it's the favourite time of the year. Find out more about the region's biggest party, The Niagara Wine Festival.
Aug 23, 2010
Ontario Festivals this September
Here are some of the great Ontario Fall Festivals coming up soon!
Paris Fair - Sept. 1-6 Smithville Fall Fair - Sept. 2-5 Cambridge Fall Fair - Sept. 9-12 The Six Nations Fall Fair and Powwow - Sept. 9-12 The Lincoln County Fair - Sept. 10-12 The Georgetown Fall Fair - Sept. 10-12 Niagara Regional Exhibition - Sept. 16-19 Fergus Fall Fair - Sept. 17-19 Binbrook Fall Fair - Sept. 17-19 St. George Apple Harvest Festival - Sept. 18-19 Niagara Wine Festival - Sept. 17-26 Ancaster Fair - Sept. 23-26 Wainfleet Fall Fair - Sept. 23-26 The Milton Fair - Sept 24-26 Caledonia Fair - Sept. 30-Oct. 3
Aug 9, 2010
Donn Zver Pottery & Troy Cafe
Donn Zver Pottery & Troy Cafe in Troy Ontario is the Perfect Girls’ Day Out
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Aug 3, 2010
Mountsberg Conservation Area
Visit Mountsberg Conservation Area to see live bird demonstrations, barn animals and wildlife like moose. One of many great Ontario conservation areas.
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Jun 14, 2010
Great Resource for Art Lovers
I just stumbled across this cool web site: http://theartmap.com. It's all about art galleries, studios, art tours, etc in the Grey, Bruce, Georgian Bay regions and Manitoulin Islands (roughly northwest of Toronto). I'll be using this when planning my trips in the future!
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