About Ontario
One of Canada's most populated provinces, Ontario is a prime tourist destination. Ottawa, the nation's capital, has Parliament Hill, or visit Toronto to see the CN Tower-the world's largest tower.The breathtaking Niagara Falls should not be missed. Northwestern Ontario offers many attractions in cities, like Thunder Bay, or in nature reserves such as Quetico Provincial Park. Or explore Northeastern Ontario's pristine waters and forests that surround the popular get-away destinations of Muskoka and Parry Sound. The cities of Windsor, London, Stratford and Kitchener in Southwestern Ontario offer an abundance of activities, from the cultural Stratford Festival to Kitchener's famously fun Oktoberfest.
Greater Toronto Area
Explore Canada's largest and most exciting city with museums, galleries and theatres that rival the best in the world. Globetrot to culturally diverse neighbourhoods with eclectic shops and restaurants serving delectable cuisine from all corners of the world. Follow the Lake Ontario shoreline to the Royal Botanical Gardens and awaken your senses with over 50 collections of magnificent blossoms and blooms. Hop aboard a vintage streetcar or ride historic rails through a showy display of fall colours. Combine the best of city and country life on a vacation in this glorious region - locally referred to as the GTA (Greater Toronto Area).
Southwestern Ontario
Discover a land of charm, culture and diverse natural beauty set down between two Great Lakes. Venture to the southernmost point of mainland Canada or to land's end at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula. Spread your wings at some of the world's most renowned birding spots and witness the spectacular late summer migration of thousands of monarch butterflies. Hike along towering limestone cliffs and through rare Carolinian forests. Join a chorus of resounding ovations at theatres all over the region. Visit vibrant cities and enchanting towns that celebrate their ancestry. Come and experience Southwestern Ontario - where nature's gifts are abundant and hospitality is a way of life.
Niagara Falls Region
Delight in a tapestry of flowering parks and gardens, bountiful orchards and lush rolling hills gracefully set down between the shores of two Great Lakes. Be awed by the mighty grandeur of Niagara Falls - rightly considered one of the world's greatest natural wonders. Feel your heart quicken as you cruise right into the basin of the famed falls aboard the Maid of the Mist. Set out for a hike and spot scores of raptors on the Niagara Escarpment. Celebrate the bounty of the vine in September at the annual Niagara Grape and Wine Festival and at January's Icewine Festival. Come and stay in charming bed and breakfasts and country inns during every season in this enchanting region.
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Gaze out over glorious lakes, sandy beaches, rocky islands adorned with windswept pines and stunning scenery tucked around every inlet and cove. Spoil yourself at a grand resort set on sparkling lakes and surrounded by lush forests. Sail, scuba dive or fish in the clearest, bluest waters you've ever seen. Be spellbound as you trek through dense woodlands and along towering sand dunes and limestone cliffs. Whisk away a winter day skiing, try your luck at ice-fishing or snowmobile over a vast, white network of groomed trails. Central Ontario is a playground open for recreation, relaxation and adventure - 12 months a year.
Eastern Ontario
Feel the pride of a nation and the rich sense of history at the heart and soul of the country. Delve into the long-ago days of the Loyalists, faithfully preserved in towns and villages that dot the region. Cruise down wondrous waterways and past emerald islands numbering in the thousands. Pamper yourself at a Victorian country inn. Traverse rolling hills, rocky highlands and soaring sand dunes. Enjoy warm hospitality and "joie de vivre" in charmingly rural French communities. Wander through the valleys and highlands for a spectacular show of fall colours. No matter what time of year it is, Eastern Ontario provides a rewarding retreat.
Ottawa Region
Let your spirits soar in Canada's capital region where over 300 years of nation building have blanketed the landscape with glorious heritage buildings, diverse museums and cultural venues. Meander along the banks of the historic Rideau Canal and watch boats being lifted by hand-operated locks dating back to 1832. Board an elegant Edwardian style vessel for a cruise on the Ottawa River. Go museum hopping through all your special interests and be sure to try a BeaverTail - a unique, sweet pastry treat. Plan to spend your vacation in a capital destination - a place of endless attractions and warm hospitality that's an engaging blend of English and French.
Northern Region
Come to where adventure is a way of life and nature's spectacles are just part of the scenery. Paddle your own canoe through pristine wilderness routes and ancient forests. Fish an angler's paradise, your way - From trophy fishing to fly-in at a remote wilderness camp. Follow the rugged shore of Lake Superior - the world's largest freshwater lake. Venture into the world's largest game preserve to observe magnificent wildlife like moose and caribou roaming freely. In winter, snowmobile and ice fish in the special warmth of Northern hospitality. For more ways to find adventure, enjoyment and relaxation, get ready to play in the "real" great outdoors, also called Northern Ontario.
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