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Why An Agenda-Free Spring Weekend Made The Best Getaway

Why An Agenda-Free Spring Weekend Made The Best Getaway Why would couples ever head north in the spring?  That was my exact thought … but man am I ever glad I did. A few years ago my fiancé and I were given a weekend away in Muskoka at the end of March. As nice a gift […]


A Winter Wedding in Muskoka Worth Swooning Over

Winter weddings are becoming popular – and after seeing Tessa and Brendan’s winter wedding in Muskoka we can see why! There’s just something so romantic about the snow covered trees and the calm feeling that winter brings.  So snuggle up and enjoy a little glimpse into Tessa and Brendan’s cozy day filled with family, friends […]


Eight Things Every Kid Must Do Before Winter’s Over

Ready for the Best Winter Yet? Remember when you were a kid and how much you loved winters? Playing in the snow, building snowman, tobogganing (when it was legal…), skating…There was endless fun waiting when all that fluffy white stuff fell. We’ve put together the ultimate winter checklist – 8 Things Every Kid Must Do Before […]


More to Arrowhead Park Than You Think

Arrowhead is well know for its world famous ice trail but did you know it’s full of snowy adventures? Arrowhead Provincial Park, made famous by their 1.3km ice skating trail through the forest, is a magical place during the winter. Think snow covered trees, quiet wooded trails and beautiful winter vistas overlooking the river and their […]


Winter Family Fun at Deerhurst Resort

A family road trip to Deerhurst Resort this winter will have the kids delighting not only in the snow – but in everything that goes along with it. As every parent knows, happy kids mean a happy vacation. Never was a truer phrase spoken and never did one Ontario destination deliver so much to keep […]


Muskoka-Style Red Wine Hot Chocolate

Cozy Up with Red Wine Hot Chocolate with a Muskoka Twist Picture yourself on a cold winter day with a cup of velvety smooth homemade hot chocolate, feeling cozy right? Now picture yourself on a cold winter day with a cup of velvety smooth homemade hot chocolate with red wine…wait what? Things just got interesting.  […]


Arrowhead’s Ice Skating Trail Goes International!

In case you haven’t heard …Arrowhead Provincial Park’s 1.5km Ice Skating Trail is international news! This past Friday, Ontario’s not-so-hidden gem was shared with the world on LIVE! with Kelly & Michael. So will you be adding this Muskoka experience to your bucket list? Plan your trip! Just 10 minutes from Deerhurst, the park is […]


Top Reasons Why Muskoka is Winter’s Best ‘Staycation’

With the new year here you’ve likely started to map out your 2016 vacation and while you may be dreaming of sunny beaches down south, a ‘staycation’ may be your better choice. With the Canadian dollar at a low (and speculation of a further decrease), why not explore your own backyard? Muskoka was just named […]


How to Weatherproof Your Holidays in Muskoka

Muskoka is known for its white Christmases, and is often covered in white stuff when there’s not flake to be found near the city. Even with this December’s mild temps, we’re not counting out snow just yet. With the holidays fast approaching you need a plan because the kids will be on holidays for two […]


An Insider’s Guide to Fall Colours in Muskoka

An Insider’s Guide to Fall Colours in Muskoka Spending time in Muskoka during fall is an experience that goes unmatched. Nature begins it’s greatest show, as the forests surrounding pristine blue lakes come to life with vibrant reds, oranges and yellows. There is NEVER a grey fall day when the autumn leaves begin to change. […]