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The top 10 Vacations i ever had in Ontario

Growing up, my parents loved to take us to different parts of the province, and looking back at it, I’ve come up with my Top 10 vacation spots in Ontario.

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I have been throughout this great province of ours and seen many amazing things. Yet there are specifically 10 things I remember about the most amazing vacation spots I’ve been to in my life.

10) Halliburton Wolf Reserve: This is the greatest wolf sanctuary I have ever been to. It’s deep in Halliburton, on 10-acre parcel of land. They have it all natural, and it shows how wolves live and interact. When we went, we say the alpha male. He was this huge black majestic beast with these soul piercing yellow eyes. I’m still affected by his presence to this day.

9) Camping: When I was a kid, camping was a big part of our summer routine. Specifically Algonquin Park. It’s about 250km north of the city, and it was beautiful. Great campsites, and amazing beaches. I always enjoyed our trips there.

8)Manitoulin Island: I always like the trip there, because of the Indian reserve. Learning about the history was always fun and interesting.

7) Kingston Ontario: When I was younger, we would go to Kingston once a summer for a bagpipe event. I fell in love with the city and the history. So much to do there, and the people are really nice.

6) Orillia: A beautiful destination to visit, especially in the summer. It’s a vibrant city with a rich colourful history. Great shops, restaurants specifically the Mariposa Bakery. They offer some of the best desserts I’ve ever had. Reason enough to make the trip.

5) Barrie: I enjoy Barrie because it has one of my favourite resorts: Horseshoe Valley. I have briefly described horseshoe in a prior post. But, it was a big part of my life many years. So, I grew fond of that place.

4) Toronto: I picked Toronto more for the sights and attractions than accommodations. There is so much to do in our great city; from shopping to arts, etc. Pretty much anything you can think of doing, its there.

3) Burlington: This is a beautiful city with lots to do. Yet, it’s still small enough that it has a small town charm. There are historical sights, to modern shopping conveniance, plus, it’s extremely close to the city. Nice, warm people make Burlington a great city.

2) Port Credit: Town I was born in. It is the perfect mix of old and new. It has lots of interesting things to see such as the old Adamson estate, the lighthouse, and the walkway along lakeshore. Lots of things to do.

1) Mississauga: This one is obvious, why I chose my city. Sure I have lived here my whole life, so I know what I’m talking about. There is so much to do here; you can go to super built up, to nature all around. From small density of people to large density of people. We have theater, visual arts, and music. It’s a diverse city. I love it here.

What are your Top 10 vacation spots in Ontario??

What are some of the best vacation spots in Timmins?

I’ve been to Timmins a few times, but I still don’t know what are the best attractions to see in Timmins. Now being older, I am curious.

Fig 1. Timmins dig in to diversify (Photograph) By Northern Ontario Business. 2015,  Adapted, http://www.northernontariobusiness.com/Industry-News/transportation/Timmins-digs-in-to-diversify.aspx

Timmins is a beautiful town in Northern Canada, but it is a long long journey. Going there when I was younger was just to see friends. I never knew what were there real attractions. Aside from the ski hill, if you can call it that, and the Shania twain visitor centre (I still cant believe they thought that was a good idea); what 

What is your favourite thing to do in Timmins??

Lifetime Fitness – Places to Go In Ontario

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Have you ever wanted to go to the gym, play basketball/soccer/squash, take a swim, rock climb, go to the spa/salon and eat delicious food all in one day? Well, Lifetime Fitness provides those exact needs under one building.

If you’re looking for a full day of relaxation Lifetime Fitness is the perfect place to be.

All season long these activities are available.

In the summer the outdoor pool (with a water slide!) is available for use.

The gym is huge with more than enough of the newest machines and equipment to use.

The rock climbing platform runs vertically up the whole building and is guarded by a well-trained staff.

There are two regulation size basketball courts that even have an extended NBA three point line.

The soccer indoor soccer field is right beside the basketball court, covered in turf and is usually filled by pick-up games.

To relax there’s a spa and salon.

To cool off there’s also a pool and hot tub.

To finish it off the cooking staff provides well-cooked food in the eating area.

There are so many benefits and a $50 trip here for one day is worth every penny! A membership sign-up would guarantee a lavish lifestyle.

Visit the company’s website for more details: https://www.lifetimefitness.com/en.html

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Niagara Falls Skylon Tower Sightseeing & eatery in Attractions Ontario

Niagara Falls Skylon Tower Sightseeing & eatery in Attractions Ontario

                                            

Who loves the scenery of Niagara falls paired with great food & drinks accompanied by your loved ones?  The Skylon Tower is the best places to visit on Ontario.

Celebrating my mom’s birthday here was an unforgettable experience. 

On our day trips in Ontario, this occasion is special because there aren’t a lot of opportunities for you to just take a moment, take a step back and enjoy the beautiful life we all live. 

What’s for dessert?

1)       To fill your sweet tooth, Skylon’s Baked Praline Cheesecake is “to die for.”  You can look at pictures for this, but that will not sooth your appetite and craving for this cheesecake.  I bet you will try to lick the plate. 

2)     Concert & Casino at Fallsview will leave you breathless.  Why not make some money while you are on vacation, after all someone has to pay for the hotel.  Remember to only go in a casino with cash, no debit or credit. 

3)     IHOP – International house of Pancakes.  Go anytime; pancakes are great for all occasions in Tourism in Ontario.

4)     “Let’s go Shopping! – Wayans bros from the movie White Chicks.’  Attractions Ontario we have outlets in Niagara Falls, if you love great prices at your favorite places to shop. 

Why not take a vacation away from home and enjoy your next Ontario travel in Niagara’s Skylon Tower complimented with Hampton Inn’s free breakfast & Wi-Fi! 

What is your favorite place to visit in Ontario that you look forward to next time?  

Tourism in Ontario – Quick Guide to Queen Street Shopping

MORNING LIGHT ON QUEEN STREET WEST. [Photograph] by Marc Falardeau, April 6, 2013, Adapted from https://www.flickr.com/photos/49889874@N05/8624702741/in/photolist-qd9j1S-qzAJcZ-52BmL-axactc-cFiA3S-e98RDp-cKwub1-7V4tWK-6fvKHD-9JZZjE-dhGHT8-qjaAHn-nMi4qV-5A4CWL-nLQUPE-qBJMci-6gQSJw-qzmRHt-6fvF4c-qxfkv3-6avs3K-fweoEG-cAwz93-dLAsip-62wvJj-e1iGHf-asJu1q-cT9qyd-a8fN8q-bgtRMg-qzsNPb-qhYQw9-9eRRr-81LufN-6qEqjR-qzsU1y-4viBiK-dd9qRr-qxfk4G-qxfsN9-dhH7Xp-qhYCmC-4tdHXe-437eG-oUpxqn-9d6q13-e59jYj-dvKfp4-fMP6Hd-9doGum

Queen Street should be marked down as a priority of your places to visit in Ontario. The atmosphere and diversity of stores on Queen Street is very overwhelming, especially the first time around. It’s always great to fully embrace all the wonders of Queen Street in a full day.

It’s my pleasure to provide everyone with tips to embrace their experience on Queen Street.

1.      Set and follow a budget for the day

2.      Do your research prior and make a list of your TOP 3-5 desired stores to go

3.      Have your phone/camera ready to capture the moments.

4.      Keep your eyes open of all stores

5.      Keep track of time

6.      Don’t spend more than 15 minutes in one store if it isn’t one of your top stores on your list.

7.      Give yourself enough time to go up the whole street once and then back down the whole street just in case you’ve missed any stores you didn’t spot the first time.

8.      Grab a bite at a restaurant you’d never have a chance to eat at in your local city.

9.      HAVE FUN AND ENJOY YOUR DAY ON QUEEN STREET

In the comments below share your past experience(s) on Queen Street or tell us about your go-to place(s) to go shopping in Ontario. 

Have a Five Dollar Budget For The Day? –Student Day Trips in Ontario

Loose Change. [Photograph] by Ambert, March 31, 2006, Adapted from https://www.flickr.com/photos/amberlea/125933823/in/photolist-c8rJP-c8rJN-noxHQ3-79fX2E-79c8MM-8wqUP8-79g48q-JrpH-79cav6-79fYkS-79cafe-79c9rD-79c7qn-79g3WQ-79c85x-79c67x-79c8Ug-79fZ7C-79g3cu-79c9m6-79caBt-79c6sr-79c7SK-79c7Q6-79g3xJ-79c9Qk-79c7Ba-79c6ie-79c8iD-79g1zy-79g1c1-79c6aa-79cbjB-79g1j9-79g2f1-79c7ui-79cb6a-79c6Rk-79cc9v-79g1Df-79c8kR-79c9V4-79fZ1E-79fWSL-79g1sN-79fZyd-79c5T2-79fZ5h-79c9Tv-79fXNA

 The struggle of a high school student with no job and saving up every penny of weekly allowance leaves options of things to do in Ontario, Canada very minimal.

This is the exact struggle I was in throughout high school, but I wasn’t going through it alone. My cousin was in the exact same situation. We always tried to make the best out of what we had and always found low budget activities.

One hot summer day in Mississauga, Ontario we ended up at Central Parkway Mall and stumbled across the perfect activity to fit our budget. Cinestarz; was a small movie theatre with five dollar movies EVERY day of the week. It was even cheaper than the Tuesday movie deals they currently have at regular movie theatres. Of course with this price you get a much smaller theatre (usually empty) and half the size of a regular movie screen, but still all the recently released movies. This turned out to be our hidden gem of the summer.

Where do you resort to going out when you don’t have a lot to spend? Are there any “hidden gem” places that you’ve found in the past or still continue to go? Share your experiences in the comments below.

My Experience at Waupoos Island

What are your most recommend resorts for a special someone in Ontario Tourism?

A Resort is a place where people go on vacations.  If you were to close your eyes right now, as a student getting away from school stress, what is that one place that comes to mind?  Is it the…

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o   Beaches

o   Cottage 

o   Blue mountain 

o   Niagara Falls

o   Center Island

o   Concert

Would any of those above, be a place that you would take the special someone.  Your Answer may vary or it may not even be one of those written above.  Ontario Tourism has a lot to offer, many to count, but what you want to look for is not only the best place to take your special someone, but also a place where you both would have a good time, not only themselves.  Think of yourself, would you enjoy going there, if you had to go by yourself? 

If you are still having troubles, check out 10BEST blog site, where they share is the best places for date nights.  Just take a day trip in Ontario; any of these special places shared in the blog with a friend or family members so that you can try it out before the big night. 

Where is your favorite date night location in Ontario? 

Travelling around the world; meeting mentors, finding what you love, making money!

Here we have to of my greatest coaches that I learn from.  You can travel around the world and on that path you meet and connect with great people.  You can do this by attending conferences, seminars and classes from your next mentors.  I attended one conference and it changed how I can implement new ideas into my life to help others.  

As students we have a difficult time in balancing work and play.  Enjoy life's beauty's while finding who you are & what you are now becoming.

If you were 18 years old again, what would you do differently, knowing what you know now?

Wacky Wings is THE Place To Go in Ontario

Buffalo Wings. [Photograph] by Wendy, March 24, 2012, Adapted from https://www.flickr.com/photos/wwny/11540450754/in/photolist-7ojLM1-535yk2-2MP3u6-5VXjXn-qti1EM-a1KCCu-a1KBcY-6xsn7G-ajeyAz-bCLZL7-pe8Hxg-a2Tjog-azNYVx-ebXRvd-968uwW-izMPWS-81duzP-4UmWxU-foe8x-iYTpc-4UhJnT-58DZeB-bjUjLB-6Jiq2x-57PzK8-dRZXJK-9QgUue-6RU34G-3eVnVs-4qWjZZ-8hX7XT-cSrors-e1sLY6-94fQ23-bPKe1c-97RDjH-67eeck-6EtCT2-6reWAV-4n2Hoo-7u4RS5-6ExQrY-e1sL2x-b9fw46-66SxQ-fPuCN6-e29zL4-ayDEDz-bz7km2-9tHpjk

Wacky Wings is the newest hot spot in Ontario! There are several of locations throughout Ontario but my experience took place at the Missisauga location at 1248 Dundas St East.

It’s a great place to eat for simply any occasion such as a date or bringing a large group of friends or family.

Usually the wait isn’t too long for a table but during their infamous Wednesday Unlimited Wings special the wait for a table can last as long as an hour. I suggest you book a table in advance, if not then believe me when I say the wait is definitely worth the service you’re about to receive.

This place is versatile and does cater to a large crowd. Besides the food the entertainment is amazing. It has more pool tables than you can count with your fingers and also has an arcade. Everywhere you turn your head there are televisions playing and there lies a huge television screen in the center of the restaurant, which usually plays the biggest game/event for the night.

You’re served by nice and patient waitresses. The menu is huge and comes with a very wide selection of wings. I caught myself in awe looking at the menu for he first time.

The wait for the wings is the standard 10-20 minutes but the delicious taste of them eliminates that thought of the wait once the wings are on your table and in your hands.

My personal favorite wings and my order for the night was Applewood Maple BBQ. I drifted off into chicken wing heaven for the next hour and I was so full I ended up walking like penguin by the time I left.

Based on my satisfied service I rate Wackys Wings 10/10!

Leave your comments below on your favorite wing places in Ontario.