Day Trips Canada

Coast Collective Art Gallery

Coastcollective — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:24:52 +0000

Photo Credit: Coast Collective

Located just 5 minutes from the Fisgard Lighthouse along the ocean drive within the Esquimalt lagoon is the Coast Collective Art Gallery in a 1920 mansion at oceans edge. We have over 100 local artist gift shop to poke around looking for very unique treasures and gifts along with new juried art shows every 2 to 3 weeks.

Madawaska River Family Raft Trips

Day Trips Canada — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:29:36 +0000

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Madawaska River Family Raft Trips offers families a unique experience as they raft down 5 kilometers of whitewater through the scenic Algonquin Park area. Departures run Monday through Thursday starting with the first trips starting at 10AM with the last trip leaving at 2PM.

Ancestral Park

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:08:56 +0000

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Ancestral Park is located on Île d'Orléans next to The House of our Forefathers and is a publicly accessible green space dedicated to the original families of the island.

Village of Kleinburg

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:58:45 +0000

Photo Credit: Darren/DA Creative Photography

The Village of Kleinburg was founded more than 150 years ago by John Kline who built a grist mill in the region which allowed the community to grow around it. Today, Kleinburg maintains it's small town charm and unique history and visitors from all over flock to it's streets to shop at local boutiques and dine at fine restaurants.

Isle-aux-Coudres

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:49:36 +0000

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Discovered by Jacques Cartier in 1535, L’Isle-aux-Coudres is a paradise on earth and a premiere destination for tourists in the region. The island offers a variety of activities including cycling, hiking, beaches, playgrounds, cruising, and summer theater. Renowned for it's breathtaking landscapes, Isle-aux-Coudres can be explored by cycle, car, or by foot.

The House of our Forefathers

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:44:12 +0000

The House of our Forefathers is located on Île d'Orléans and showcases the history of the island's families and the French culture. The House of our Forefathers exhibits many artifacts including old photographs, artwork, agricultural and industrial tools, and a herbarium of local plants.

Île d'Orléans

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:40:30 +0000

Photo Credit: Jean-David et Anne-Laure

Île d'Orléans is recognized as being the single most important district in Quebec due to it's fertile soil and rich architectural treasures. Located just 5km down river from Quebec City, Île d'Orléans is home to over 7,000 people who to this day, retain the island's traditional rural way of life.

Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate Winery Tours

Day Trips Canada — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 13:01:07 +0000

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The Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate winery is one of the most state of the art wineries in the Niagara region. Tours of the winery are available throughout the year where wine enthusiasts can learn about all aspects of wine making.

Kawartha Kayaking

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 01:55:41 +0000

Kawartha Kayaking offers up adventure packages for all skill levels from beginners to seasoned veterans where experienced kayak instructors guide participants through the waters of Stony Lake.

The Drouin House

Day Trips Canada — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 01:12:55 +0000

The Drouin House (Maison Drouin) was constructed during the French regime in the 1730's and to this day, the house has never been modernised. During it's history, The Drouin House has been inhabited from 1730s until 1984 by three different families over three centuries: The Baucher, Canac, and Drouin families.