A new survey finds Ontario residents are eager to explore their own province and other areas of Canada. More than one-half are likely to visit another country, but not too many appear keen on trips to the US. A survey conducted by Context Research Group on behalf of Destination Ontario found that nearly nine in ten Ontario residents (87%) are likely to take an overnight pleasure trip within the province in the next year. Only a quarter indicated they are likely to travel to the US and less than one-third (29%) said they feel welcome there. “Several key barriers discourage Read more
Wenonah II
They have an exciting few months ahead at the Muskoka Discovery Centre and onboard their ships. If you haven’t visited yet, be sure to check out the new exhibit, The Muskoka Story, and treat yourself to an afternoon cruise on Wenonah II. The Muskoka Story includes Misko-Aki, a Confluence of Cultures. The exhibit won an award for Outstanding Achievement in Exhibitions from the Canadian Museums Association (CMA). There were more than 25 organizations under consideration in a multi-juried process with criteria including potential impact and connection with community. The Muskoka Steamships and Discovery Centre in Gravenhurst, Ontario (I’m a member Read more
