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The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Group Vacation
Have you been tasked with planning your next group vacation? If so, we’ve been there, done that, and don’t envy you one bit because It’s a task of herculean proportions . Whether it’s a family get-together of multiple generations or... Read more
10 Winter Exercises to Burn Calories
Did you know that walking in packed snow increases the calories you’ll burn by 60 percent, compared to walking on a paved road? According to Bill McCardle of Weight Watchers – “Walking in soft snow triples the calories burned because... Read more
The Best Ontario Cottage Locations
Ontario’s Cottage Country is made up of several regions, each one with distinct features that make it special among cottage enthusiasts. You’ve probably heard of Muskoka in Ontario as that is the cottage area most people first think of when... Read more
I Want To Rent Out The Cottage – 10 Questions To Ask Your Realtor
When I bought my first Ontario cottage in 1998 I flew out from England on a buying mission and an agent took me to a dozen properties he’d decided I would want to buy. I finally settled on a cottage... Read more
Winter Gifts for Cottage Country Addicts
If you are stuck for what to buy friends and family this year, get them something that will remind them of their cottage country vacation and perhaps have them yearning to go back. And remember, cottage country isn’t just for... Read more
Paradise in the Woods – CLRM Staff Review
The name of the cottage really does say it all! The owners have thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and entertaining. We were so impressed with everything it ‘s hard to decide what we liked best. The large... Read more
A Beginner’s Guide to Snowshoeing
If you are planning on a trip out to cottage country this winter, you’ll no doubt want to get out into the white stuff to do some exploring – perhaps on a local trail or across a frozen lake. Regular... Read more
Let’s Go To Cottage Country School!
Cottage country is full of great geology, rich history, and stunning geography so with so many kids (and their parents) working and learning at home, it makes perfect sense to take a break from the kitchen-table routine and head out... Read more
