This province may not be that old in the grand scheme of things, but that doesn’t mean we don’t have a history worth celebrating. And, history isn’t only found in cities like Kingston, Ottawa, or Toronto – it’s just as prevalent, if not more so, in Ontario’s small towns. As I cruised into Strathroy, Ontario […]
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Sep
Sep
While the Hornblower and Journey Behind the Falls will give you the closest views of the Niagara Falls waterfalls, the best views of Niagara Falls are from the Niagara Falls zipline. The Niagara Falls zipline isn’t a thrill-a minute rush. This relaxing journey along the Niagara River can be enjoyed by anyone 7-and-up. And it […]
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Sep
Sep
Ontario has made leaps and bounds in the past few decades in its wineries and breweries. But did you know the next beverage craze is forecasted to be cider tasting? The Ontario cidery market has a lot to offer. There are several small craft cideries popping up across the province. BUSL Cider in Mallorytown, Ontario […]
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Aug
Aug
As cool nights come around and the fall slowly creeps its way closer and closer, ideas of hot apple cider and warm apple pie might come to mind. If you’re searching for where to go apple picking in Ottawa, or at least near Ottawa, then you’ve come to the right place. There are many apple […]
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Aug
Aug
There aren’t many restaurants in Ontario that I’d try for dinner, and then somehow wind up back there for lunch the following day. But, MJ’s Roadhouse in Lucan, Ontario is indeed one of those restaurants, and I’ve got precisely zero regrets about it. It’s the sort of restaurant that, even if it’s your first time […]
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Aug
Aug
There are few things that bring as much joy as chocolate. This ancient delicacy has long been the desert of choice for everyone from paupers to royalty. Ontario has exported some of the world’s top chocolate makers for ages. But in the past few decades, some of these elite chocolatiers have opted to stay local. […]
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Aug
Aug
We here at Ultimate Ontario know that adventure activities are never far away in this province. But sometimes we feel like stepping up our game and getting a little craaaaazy! One of our favourite ways to shake off the every-day is by experiencing one of the great destinations for treetop trekking in Toronto. After all, […]
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Jul
Jul
The end of July can bring mixed emotions. “Where has July gone?!”, “The days are getting shorter!”, “I think I need a sweater tonight!”; “SUMMER IS ALMOST OVER!” Fear not. Just as the days are beginning to get a little shorter, the happiest and sunniest of flowers comes out to shine bright. That’s right, I’m […]
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Jul
Jul
While we put up with winter fairly well in this province, once the sun is shining, we’re outdoors as much as possible. And that’s why, if the sun even considers shining, golf courses in Ontario are filled to the brim with happy Ontarians. At Ultimate Ontario, we certainly understand why. You get to go and […]
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Jul
Jul
Ontario is AWESOME! In fact, here at Ultimate Ontario, we think this province is so great that we built a whole website around showing off the best things to do and see here. And with the summer coming into full swing, Ontario staycation ideas have never been more popular. With social distancing and health-conscious travel […]