Not much could be more satisfying than seeing a natural wonder in the province of Ontario. The side of Niagara Falls called the Horseshoe Falls stands 17 stories high and thunders water into the active Niagara River. The Niagara Escarpment is a 450-mile limestone path through wilderness, and hike along Bruce Trail, weaving its way along the escarpment. The Great Lakes, awe-inspiring freshwater lakes formed from glaciers, bring forth great recreational opportunities. Manitoulin Island is the largest island within a freshwater lake, and is a great vacation destination.The Niagara Peninsula is full of wonder, starting with the world wonder of Niagara Falls. The Canadian side of the Falls is spectacular, and a breathtaking view is available by riding the Maid of the Mist boat ride, taking passengers to the basin of the Falls. The vineyards are lush and the wine country is ripe for tourists. Niagara-on-the-Lake is styled in 19th-century fashion and is its history is retained in its forts and mansions. It is sometimes considered the prettiest town in Canada, and is a popular vacation destination.

Canada’s capital is Ottawa, charmingly done up in both English and French styles. The Parliament of Canada is well worth a visit, as is the Laurier House National Historic Site, commemorating two former prime ministers of Canada, Rt. Hon. William Lyon Mackenzie King and Sir Wilfrid Laurier. A World War II-centered gift of tulip bulbs from the Netherlands eventually blossomed into the Canadian Tulip Festival, a colorful display and major event each May in Ottawa. The arts and music are also strong in Ottawa, from small jazz and blues clubs, to the National Arts Centre. Central Ontario has many opportunities for you to play outdoors throughout the year – whether it’s snowmobiling through an immense groomed trail, or fish in the lakes, surrounded by forests of green. The Haliburton Highlands offer whitewater rafting in the Madawaska River, and geology searches for minerals and semi-precious stones. Visit the Haliburton Forest and Wildlfe Reserve and really be in the thick of nature.

Georgian Bay is only separated from Lake Huron by Manitoulin Island and the Bruce Peninsula, and is well known for its recreation. Wasaga Beach is the largest freshwater beach in the world, and attracts millions of visitors each year. Midland has history of Samuel de Champlain bringing Jesuit missionaries, and the Saint-Marie mission now depicts living history. Parry Sound is a colorfully noted location for great parks, water sports and activities, and the classical music Festival of the Sound yearly.

Amazingly diverse ethnically, Toronto is Canada’s largest city, and simply offers so much from things to do to the cuisine selections. Major league hockey, basketball, and baseball really appeal to sports fans. Take a trip vertically up the 1,136-foot CN Tower. You could spend days just walking down Yonge Street, shopping, and shopping at the Eaton Centre is an intense blend of architecture, culture, and high fashion. The Toronto harbor area has many attractions. Ontario Place, a very fun amusement park, even without having roller coasters, and the entertainment complex of Molson Amphitheatre, attracting top names in the entertainment industry. Ferry out to the Toronto Islands for a day of fun with amusements, nature, and just taking a long walk around one of the islands.

There is a wide variety of National and Provincial Parks, varied historical sites and displays, and museums and galleries are everywhere. It’s a province where people representing 70 international cultures welcome you to some of the biggest, tallest, longest, most unusual, most exciting of everything. The best thing is you do not have to choose. You can do it all in Ontario.