Category: Ontario
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The Complete Guide To National Parks in Canada
Canada is filled with national parks and each one is unique in its own way. Some of the parks are more popular than others and there are a couple that hardly ever see any visitors. However, people should really consider trying to see all of the national parks in order to really appreciate the beauty…
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The Top 10 Multi-Day Hikes In Canada
When most people think about hiking, they think about trails that take an hour or two to complete. However, some die-hard hikers take their hikes serious. They look across the world for multi-day excursions where they can enjoy nature and get more than just a few miles in. Camping gear, hiking boots, and a drive to push further…
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Toronto Scores #7 on New York Times’ Top 52 Places To Visit in 2016
In case you didn’t have enough reasons to visit Toronto this year, the smart folks at the New York Times scored “The Big Smoke” at the #7 position in their top 52 places to visit in 2016, beating out other popular Canadian cities including Vancouver and Montreal. But why the change of heart? Normally Vancouver…
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A Montrealer’s Guide to Surviving Toronto According to FlightHub
Growing up in a country as large and spread out as Canada it’s difficult to imagine any rivalry surfacing from the frigid ice that covers this land. And anyway, aren’t we too polite to say anything bad about each other? But ask any Montrealer or Torontonian what they think about the other and you’re sure…
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Halifax Heritage House Hostel Video Tour
One of my biggest regrets for I Backpack Canada is that when I was actively backpacking and staying in hostels, I didn’t create a video tour for each hostel I visited. Then during a lengthy Youtubing session, I came across these awesome hostel tour videos done by fellow backpacker, Mattis of FlashpackerBackpacking.com. They’re done in…
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Why Niagara Falls Isn’t Totally Overrated for Young Adult Travelers
Young travelers today tend to look for the road less traveled — the exciting, the enriching, and (perhaps most importantly) the inexpensive. They want to be culturally stimulated and naturally awed, and they want the opportunity to forge their own paths in unknown country. Niagara Falls, which has been a major travel destination for centuries,…
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Check out these Canadian Backpacker Tour Companies
There are many different types of travellers. From long term travellers, to weekend warriors, finding something that will suit you is crucial to getting the most bang for your buck. If you’re short on time, but want to pack in as much adventure, sights, and memories into a week or two, then these three Canadian…
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The Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show is Back in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver!
Want to get caught up on the latest products and services in the Outdoor Adventure industry? Over the next few months, The Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show will be arriving in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver. The Outdoor Adventure show is one of the biggest consumer shows in Canada. This exhibit brings together buyers and sellers from…
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6 Best Casinos In Canada
As a travel destination, Canada is known primarily for its awesome blend of natural beauty and wonderful cities. But for those looking for specific means of entertainment, the country also offers a number of great casino experiences every bit as enjoyable as those in U.S. destinations like Las Vegas or Atlantic City. If betting on black,…