Plan the ultimate girls’ weekend in Ottawa with our guide to the best spots for relaxation, dining, and fun in Canada’s capital. From luxurious stays at the Andaz Ottawa to indulgent spa experiences at Nordik Spa-Nature, discover how to make the most of your getaway. Planning a quick getaway for some much-needed pampering? Make sure …
The Toronto International Film Festival, often called simply “TIFF,” is one of the largest and most important film festivals on the planet, often attracting over half a million people annually. For those who haven’t had a chance to see what TIFF is all about, Ultimate Ontario contributor Liisa Ladouceur put together this remarkably helpful first …
Discover the top things to do in Elora, Ontario, a charming town known for its stunning limestone cliffs, vibrant arts scene, and thrilling outdoor adventures. From hiking the breathtaking Elora Gorge to enjoying live music at Riverfest, this guide covers must-see attractions, historic sites, and the best local eateries. Famous for the magnificent and adventurous …
Discover hidden gems just outside Toronto! Explore Durham’s four scenic road trips featuring sunflower fields, lavender farms, wineries, and historic mills. Experience unforgettable day trips filled with local flavours, art, and pastoral charm. Your perfect Ontario adventure awaits! I love it when my preconceptions of Ontario are mercilessly shredded. And that very experience happened on …
Embark on a delicious adventure with this epic quest to find the restaurants with the most breathtaking views of Niagara Falls. Mouthwatering meals meet million-dollar panoramas. There is, perhaps, no more iconic location in Ontario than the dramatic and powerful Niagara Falls. This collection of three separate waterfalls that roar over the Niagara Escarpment between …
Dive into environmental conservation and sustainable living at the city’s latest immersive augmented reality experience at Arcadia Earth Toronto, with interactive exhibits and art installations designed to educate and inspire a greener future. When it comes to unique and interesting things to do for fun, the city of Toronto doesn’t disappoint. Why resort to hot …
Welcome to a different kind of cooking experience, located in Stratford, Ontario. You arrive for your weekend away filled with cooking, great meals, laughter and a cozy bed, and leave filled with warm memories, and the confidence that cooking is like speaking a language, it just takes practice, patience, and the right teachers. For us, …
Peterborough has festivals and events all year round. Discover all the ways to celebrate culture and community with this complete list!
We’ve taken a million tours, but none of them have been like the one we did with Rural Route Tour Co. That’s because this tour company has intimate partnerships with breweries, cideries, farms, and local providers that give you unprecedented access to a different way of doing (and seeing) things. And, with a charismatic leader …
The music festival scene in Ontario is an exciting one to say the least, largely because there’s a little something for everybody. Longtime Ultimate Ontario contributor and music reporter Liisa Ladouceur is here to walk you through what’s on offer in terms of Ontario music festivals! Music festivals in Ontario have something for fans of …
There are loads of incredible things to do in Peterborough, Ontario. Peterborough offers an amazing food scene, incredible parks, fascinating history, and some of the best small museums and zoos in the province. The city of Peterborough, Ontario is a town made famous as the Gateway to the Kawarthas. Each summer, tens of thousands of …