The Blue Mountains / Collingwood

If there’s a recreational hub in BruceGreySimcoe, Ontario, it just might be The Blue Mountains and Collingwood area. A super popular warm weather destination, take a few minutes to "plan ahead, book ahead" before venturing from home. Once your accommodation is taken care of, research fun activities, guided tours, fishing charters and attractions on the South Georgian Bay Tourism website, which features up-to-date info on what’s happening.

Among the highlights of this area are Blue Mountain Resort and Blue Mountain Village, a hive of fun activities, eclectic shopping and savoury dining choices for all ages. For those who want to escape “unplugged”, Scandinave Spa offers the ultimate quiet retreat with reservations available for massages and the baths.

There is also an amazing collection of restaurants serving locally-sourced food and beverages indoors, on patios and via take-out. Travel tip: call ahead to see if you need reservations to dine in or on the patio.

Learn more about brewery and winery tours, boat tours, paddling adventures, hiking trails (and Southern Ontario’s longest suspension bridge), cycling, golf and other cool activities by clicking on the links below.

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