Life In Pleasantville
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A year ago, who would have guessed that so many Canadians would be rerouting their vacation plans away from the United States. But here we are, passports tucked away and travel dollars staying closer to home. And it’s more than just avoiding the border, we’re actively seeking out Canadian travel alternatives to our usual go-to …
This Le Boat packing list is a little like packing for a cottage—if your cottage could float and had a steering wheel. I’ve been lucky enough to do three Le Boat vacations now, and every time I go, I fall a little more in love with this slow, scenic way to explore Ontario’s Rideau Canal. …
Some roads are built to get you somewhere. The Cabot Trail? She is the somewhere. Twisting her way around Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia, she’s no common thruway. She’s a high-maintenance thrill ride with a flair for the dramatic. To cheapen a Cabot Trail road trip by calling it a “drive” is an injustice. …
Girls’ camping trips have evolved—and thank God for that. Gone are the days of sleeping on hard ground, waking up soaked in dew, and hauling gear like a contestant on Survivor. When it comes to girls’ camping trips in Ontario (and yes, I mean women), it’s all about glamping, good wine, great friends, and even …
I’m in the middle of planning my third annual Mrs. Roper Party, and let me tell you — keeping it fresh is key. My friends and I are not willing to let this tradition go anytime soon. Honestly, where else can you walk around in the world’s most comfortable outfit, hide your muffin top behind …
When I first planned a solo RV camping trip through Ontario Parks to learn more about our beautiful provincial parks, I was married with a motorhome and had someone to drive it. By the time the trip actually rolled around a few months later, I was down one husband, one motorhome, and one driver (the …
As a travel writer, I’ve learned not to get too attached to a hotel room. On press trips, you’re usually in and out within hours. There’s little time to linger, not with so much waiting outside your door. So it’s rare that I feel the urge to go rogue and lock myself in a room. …
I want you to get excited about your summer vacation this year because that elusive “someday” has arrived. No more putting it off, or delaying the journey because there will be no better summer to get out and explore your country than this year. And what better place to start than in our stunning national …
