Gas up your sled and ride along Muskoka’s renowned snowmobile trails this winter. With some of Ontario’s most unbelievable scenery and over 1,000 kms of groomed snowmobile trails that link the northern and southern parts of the province, you won’t regret the decision to hop on!

Trail Tips & Trail Loops

When planning your trip, consider a midweek excursion if you can. Trails are quieter, conditions are better and rates for overnight snowmobiling packages are cheaper. For a complete look at the trails in Muskoka, visit the OFSC Interactive Trail Guide.

Photo credit: Craig Nicholson

To get you started, here are three self-guided tours we highly recommend:

Take the Lake Muskoka Magic Tour, a leisurely day ride (approximately 125 km) around the glorious Lake Muskoka. Start your tour at the Muskoka Wharf in Gravenhurst, just off trail C101D. There is ample room for trailer parking, so you

Posted: 12/20/2022 | December 20th, 2022

For the last five years, I’ve concluded the year with a list of my favorite reads. As a writer, reading comes with the territory. Writers just tend to read a lot. Then again, I’ve always been into reading ever since I was a little kid. I devour books. In a good year, I’ll read close to 80.

This year was not one of those years. I only read about 50 books.

As I compiled this list, I couldn’t help but notice that I gravitated a lot more to history, literature, and self-improvement than I had in the past. Though this is a travel website and I like to read a lot of travel books, I’ve found that so many fall into the same narrative arc that I just needed a break from another book on someone quitting their job to travel.

Instead, I’ve

Sarovar Hotels announced the rebranding of Sarovar Portico as Elysia Sarovar Portico Lonavala.

Now owned by Elysia Hospitality LLP, the hotel is ready to welcome guests once again. Nestled amidst the picturesque greens and staggering mountains, post rebranding the hotel features a design that offers a contemporary touch and reflects a vibrant interpretation of the city.

Amidst this dreamy ether, Elysia Sarovar Portico features 23 well-appointed contemporary guestrooms including Executive pool view rooms, Executive double rooms, and executive twin rooms decked up to create a quintessential vacationing experience.

In-House restaurant THE SQUARE serves an array of delicious food with the perfect setting, a picture window by the tables that look out to splendid views. To host picture-perfect events, the hotel offers a banquet and conferencing facility to celebrate memorable moments.

Other leisure amenities to offer are an outdoor swimming pool to relax, Spa to reinforce the feeling of

The Cove at Atlantis Review

The property itself is visually stunning. As soon as we arrive I was impressed by the scope of the open-air lobby, oversized in every way. What was truly incredible to me was that I booked it with Marriott points. It cost me 60,000 points for one night here, plus $67.95 which was the resort fee and tax. 

Accommodations and Amenities

The Cove Atlantis offers a wide variety of accommodations ranging from suites to villas. Whether you’re

There are few places in this world as special as the Four Seasons Golden Triangle. Take it from me, someone who has been fortunate enough to experience many of the world’s most magical destinations and luxury hotels, this particular property is the crème de la crème. So, what is it like to check in to the Four Seasons Golden Triangle? After my recent visit, I can tell you exactly what to expect from this luxurious getaway in Thailand, overlooking Myanmar and Laos.

The Golden Triangle

If you aren’t already privy to the region, the Golden Triangle is a small pocket where three neighbouring countries collide on the Ruak and Mekong rivers. Those countries are Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Three extremely unique cultures that share also some similarities, making this a very unique place to visit.

Before I visited the Golden Triangle, I had little clue what to expect. I

Warm & hearty favourites

It can be difficult to leave the house in the winter, it’s dark by 5:00 pm, and fresh snow and slick ice blanket the ground most mornings. It’s official: winter has arrived in Muskoka.

Make the most of the chilling temperatures and dark evenings by warming up with one of these delicious winter comfort-food dishes offered by local restaurants. Treat yourself to take-out and or dine in with one of these mouthwatering comfort foods. From hearty stews to tasty burgers, there’s something for everyone looking for a night off from cooking.

3 Guys and a Stove

143 Hwy 60 East, Huntsville

At 3 Guys and a Stove, they know that winter comfort-food doesn’t get much better than hearty stews and casseroles. That’s why their winter features menu includes delicious stews and filling casseroles, all prepared with the freshest locally-sourced ingredients.

Warm up with the Braised Beef

Posted: 12/15/22 | December 15th, 2022

Dublin is a city with soul. While the capital of the Republic of Ireland might not have the aesthetics of Prague or Amsterdam, and while it might not have the in-vogue vibe of Paris or the hustle and bustle of London, it has something that many other European cities lack: soul, ambience, and heart.

There are certainly many historical landmarks and attractions to visit in Dublin: Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Grafton Street, and the Guinness Brewery, among others. But the real attraction is its warm and welcoming people.

And where to find those friendly Irish folk? In a pub, of course.

Dublin’s true heart and soul lies in its many atmospheric pubs. I’m not advocating you spend your days and nights getting sloshed, but pubs there are the equivalent of the neighborhood osteria or trattoria in Rome or the sidewalk

There is no better time to be in London than during the month of December. This is when the streets come to life in streams of fairy lights, so pretty that it often feels like you are inside a Christmas tree! You can also enjoy traditional European Christmas Markets, a new tradition that has swept London.

This year I travelled to London to soak up the Christmas spirit and see for myself just how magical this city can be at Christmas time. Here are my top picks for everything you should do for a magical Christmas in London.

Post updated December 2021.

How to spend Christmas in London

1. Winter Wonderland

As the Brit’s version of a traditional European Christmas Market, Winter Wonderland is the most important Christmas activity for any visitor to London in November/December because it truly is a world of wonder. Think pop-up German stalls selling glühwein,

Muskoka’s trail network covers roughly 4000 sq kilometres of rugged terrain. Vast forests of spruce, pine, poplar, tamarack, balsam and birch are easily accessible by some of Ontario’s best hiking trail systems. Many trails lead to panoramic lookout points where sightseers and photographers can enjoy stunning scenic vistas.

Muskoka is also a paradise for wildlife lovers. Birdwatchers will be thrilled with approximately 250 species to search for, more than 50 types of mammals and 25 species of amphibians call Muskoka home. Although there’s no guarantee you’ll see a moose or a bear, a hike through the woods will likely result in a glimpse of an otter or beaver, a woodpecker or a heron and perhaps even some deer!

Just north of Muskoka, Algonquin Provincial Park is great for those favouring an active lifestyle, and fitness fans will enjoy its nine interpretive trails. For those who prefer a slower pace,

Staying safe while you are traveling is one of the most important things you need to look into. Staying safe is not just about protecting your life; it is about protecting your money and the things that you have on you; it is about abiding by the law of the land and avoiding trouble. It is about being wise and thinking ahead rather than acting in the moment.

Stay Safe While Traveling

The world can be a dangerous place if you are not prepared, but don’t let this prevent you from traveling and exploring. Yes, some places you should avoid, but on the whole, the world is out there, and you can and should explore it. To help you out, here are a few ways you can stay safe while you are traveling.

The Language

If at all possible, you should try and learn the language of the county you