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9 Epic Festivals in Bowmanville, Ontario

July 5, 2020 by Lynn Filed Under: Canada Leave a Comment

As a small town just East of Toronto, Bowmanville has that warm charm that you often only find on episodes of Gilmore Girls.  Many wave hello in the streets, and visitors are left wondering how everyone seems to know everybody else. One thing that Bowmanville does to create a sense of community is hold frequent […]

Banff in the Shoulder Season

November 10, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: Canada Leave a Comment

Lake Louise

A trip to Banff has one dreaming of the Canadian Rockies and the pristine lakes, maybe hiking through the wilderness or skiing down the slopes.  There is no doubt that Banff is a stunning place to visit. There is so much to do that it has TWO high seasons: summer and winter. Summertime means nice […]

DIY: Summer Weekend Getaway in Ontario

June 10, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: Canada Leave a Comment

summer weekend getaway ontario

The current state of the world has everyone feeling like they’re cooped up and can’t go anywhere. Can you relate?  While the pandemic has grounded us from traveling internationally, it has also encouraged us to explore more at home.  This means that I have also recently rediscovered the beauty right in my own backyard. With […]

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