Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
If you are hunting for Westport Ontario things to do, this guide covers my favourite spots for views, food, shopping, and easy weekend stays. Westport is one of those Ontario small towns that honestly doesn’t get enough attention. Truth be told, I hesitate to share it because it’s such a gem I’d rather keep it …
Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to visit many spas, and when you’ve been to as many spas as I have, you start to develop opinions. Ayurvedic spas? Love the philosophy, but they don’t quite cover everything I’m looking for. Nordic spas? Fun in theory, but with a hot tub at home and a …
The saying “big things come in small packages” must have been written about Almonte, Ontario. I mean, how could it not have? Consider this: Mill Street, the town’s main street, is only about 350 metres long but in that short stretch you will find vintage and antique shops, boutiques with clothing you will swoon over, …
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 …
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 …
When Parks Canada asked me to come and experience Beausoleil Island in Georgian Bay National Park, I was thrilled. Aaaand then I found out about the snakes. Look, I’m no chicken; I’ve jumped out of a plane, rafted white water, traveled solo with kids in tow around the world, and even gently rehomed spiders. But …
A canal boat vacation in Canada has become one of my favourite summer traditions. I’ve cruised the Rideau Canal with ten of my best girlfriends, brought my parents (and the dogs), and even snuck in a romantic weekend to watch fireworks over Parliament Hill. Thanks to Le Boat, I’ve discovered a style of travel that’s …
Do you remember joy? It’s that elusive emotion that’s been in short supply these past few years but is now making, and overdue but well-deserved comeback. The thing about joy, though, is that it doesn’t just show up at your door, and it’s certainly not hiding in that endless scroll on social media. Joy requires …
