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Family Fun & Travel
Cambridge, Ontario: A great day trip destination only 45 minutes west of Toronto! Our picturesque, riverside city will rejuvenate your senses. Discover our family attractions, festivals, trails and Canada’s largest antiques mall. Free guide and maps at Visitor Centre or call 1-800-749-7560 cambridgetourism.com 1000 Islands Gananoque. Located on the shores of the St. Lawrence River, Gananoque is 2.5 hours east of Toronto. Boat Cruises, Live Theatre, Casino, Golfing, Kayaking, Museum and shopping. Lots to see and do, for more information call 1-800-561-1595 or 1000islandsgananoque.com Bata Shoe Museum. Step right in to Toronto’s most unique attraction! Experience Today’s Parent Saturday Shenanigans every Saturday between 12:00 - 4:00 pm where families can enjoy a variety of activities in a fun atmosphere. And don’t forget to visit during March Break, a very popular week for children of all ages! (416) 979-7799, batashoemuseum.ca Centreville Amusement Park. Located on Centre Island, nestled in over 600 acres of parkland. Celebrating our 40th anniversary with 2 new rides. Over 30 rides & attractions. More than 14 food outlets. Open daily 10:30 a.m., June 3 - Sept. 5 and all weekends in May and Sept., weather permitting. (416) 203-0405, centreisland.ca Bingemans Big Splash Waterpark and Camping Resort - Family fun awaits. Enjoy our Waterpark, Mini Golf, Bumper Boats, Go-karts, Paddle Boats, Glenridge Golf Course, Volleyball Courts, FunworX indoor playground and 450 campsites and cabins available as well. 425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, 1 hr. west of Toronto or east of London. bigsplash.ca (519) 744-1555 Black Creek Pioneer Village 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, Toronto. Experience life in the 1860s. Explore authentically restored heritage homes, shops & gardens. History comes alive as interpreters in period dress demonstrate how settlers lived & worked in rural Ontario. Open daily until December 31, 2006. (416) 736-1733. blackcreek.ca Bowmanville Zoo 340 King St. E. (905) 623-5655. Lions & Tigers & Leaping Lemurs! 300 exotic critters to charm and delight you. AnimaTheatre shows, elephant rides, close encounters, WildWoods, Zoovenirs and Safari Cafe. bowmanvillezoo.com CN Tower. Celebrating 30 years in 2006! At a height of 553.33 m, the CN Tower is Canada’s National Tower, the World’s Tallest Building, and a Wonder of the Modern World. Attractions include motion simulator ride, arcade, shopping, dining and the breath-taking Glass Floor with a view 342 m straight down! 301 Front St. W., Toronto, ON M5V 2T6, (416) 86-TOWER, cntower.ca, info@cntower.ca Durham Region Tourism. 800-413-0017, durhamtourism.ca Just minutes east of Toronto, there’s a place with rolling hills, farms and small towns. Whether taking part in a festival or visiting one of our many museums & attractions, Durham Tourism offers 4 seasons of fun
Hockey Hall of Fame Experience over 57,000 square feet of interactivity, hands-on games, theatres, The Stanley Cup as well as the finest collection of hockey artifacts from around the world plus much more! Come see the exciting new ‘NHL Zone’! BCE Place, 30 Yonge Street, (416) 360-7765 hhof.com. Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. Step back in time for the ultimate dinner and show adventure. Feast on a medieval banquet while Knights in armour compete in games of skill, hand-to-hand combat, and the joust. Dinner theatre the whole family can enjoy. Call (416) 260-1234 or 1-888-we-joust. Exhibition Place, Toronto. medievaltimes.com Muskoka — Once discovered, never forgotten. Fabulous family attractions and accommodations are just a short drive away in Muskoka! No matter your tastes or budget, you’ll find something for everyone in this unforgettable four-season paradise. 1-800-267-9700 discovermuskoka.ca Northumberland County An hour east of Toronto. We are Port Hope, Cobourg, Colborne, Brighton, Trent Hills and the Rice Lake area. For your free Especially for Kids & travel brochures contact 1-866-401-EAST (3278) or visit northumberlandtourism.com Ontario Science Centre 770 Don Mills Rd., (416) 696-3127. With over 600 interactive exhibits plus daily demonstrations, the Science Centre is your destination for family fun and discovery. OntarioScienceCentre.ca Playdium Mississauga (905) 273-4810 ext. 299. The Ultimate Team Outing Destination to generate your Team’s dynamics. Features over 200 of the greatest games, simulators and attractions. Play in our batting cages or burn it up in the Speed Zone. playdium.com Puddicombe Estate Farms and Winery. Nestled in the Niagara Escarpment this picuresque greenspace has hiking trails, train tours, play area, farm animals, pick your own fruit in season, fresh preserves, bakery, café, and boasts award winning wines. Fun for young and young at heart! 905-643-1015, puddicombefarms.com Royal Ontario Museum 100 Queen’s Park, Toronto. Explore Canada’s largest museum of world cultures and natural history, featuring special galleries and exciting activities for children of all ages. Open daily. (416) 586-8000. rom.on.ca Santa’s Village-Where Your Kids Are Elves For A Day! Have a magical experience under the Muskoka pines! With rides, games, entertainment and a visit with Santa, there are so many activities for your family to enjoy! Open June 24. 705-645-2512. santasvillage.ca Timber Creek Family Fun Centre an outdoor park featuring two 18-hole minigolf courses, jumping castle, slide, batting cages, driving range, games barn and a dairy barn. Birthday Parties! (905) 642-5174, timbercreekgolf.ca Toronto and Region Conservation Parks New this year, Kids Get in Free! Seven great environmentally protected conservation parks throughout the GTA where your family will experience nature in new and exciting ways. Hours may vary. (416) 736-1733. trcaparks.ca. Toronto Zoo 416-392-5929 torontozoo.com Canada’s premier Zoo offers over 5,000 animals, incredible exhibits, keeper talks and special events. Visit Zellers Discovery Zone featuring the Kids Zoo, Splash Island and the Waterside Theatre, home of DRUMATIC! and ZOOlympics. Varley Art Gallery on historic Main St., Unionville. Great exhibitions, street festivals and events throughout the year. Art classes, birthday parties and camps. varleygallery.ca (905) 477-9511. The Wave Pool is the perfect place to enjoy a spectacular wave experience. Swim in the 4-foot waves, ride the 160-foot waterslide, or relax in our swirlpool. The Wave Pool is located at 5 Hopkins Street in Richmond Hill. For more information, please call (905) 508-9283 Waterloo Regional Children’s Museum Embark on an adventure of art and technology at play through 5 floors of hands-on exhibits & programs. 10 King St. W. Kitchener - 1 hr. west of Toronto or east of London. (519) 749-9387 wrcm.ca Albion Orchards Apple Farm. U-pick apples and pumpkins right from the patch. Wagon rides, hayland, birthday parties, school tours, baked goods, gifts, x-mas trees. 14800 Innis Lake Rd., West of Hwy 400 & King Side Rd. in Caledon. Open mid Aug. to Dec. (905) 584-0354, albionorchards.com Applewood Farms & Winery 12442 McCowan Rd., Stouffville. (905) 640-5357. Pick your own strawberries, pumpkins & apples. We have a petting zoo, straw maze, wagon rides and a winery gift shop. applewoodfarmwinery.com Brooks Farms Asparagus (May/June); Strawberries, raspberries (June/July); Fall Fun Festival (October) - train rides, pumpkin cannons, farm animals, pig races & lots more! Located in Mount Albert, 45 min. north of Toronto. Call (905) 473-3920 or visit brooksfarms.com Downey’s Farm Market and Winery has U-Pick strawberries and raspberries. Pumpkinfest, birthday parties, school tours and bakery. 13682 Heart Lake Road, North of Brampton. Open May to Dec. downeysfarm.on.ca (905) 838-2990. Forsythe Family Farms. Farms are fun! Relax, enjoy fresh air, farm animals, hayloft, 2 play areas with mazes, tricycle track and more. Weekend wagon rides to Enchanted Forest. Barn market with fresh Ontario produce, meats and baking. Pick Your Own strawberries and pumpkins. (905) 887-1087, forsythefamilyfarms.com Springridge Farm, Milton (905) 878-4908 springridgefarm.com Country fun, farm animals, wagon rides, birthday parties, seasonal kid’s crafts & festivals, strawberries, raspberries & pumpkins, deli, bakery, gourmet foods, gifts & home décor. Daily 9-5. Whittamore’s Berry Farm. 8100 Steeles Ave E, Markham. Family fun on the Farm. Farm Yard activities include Barnyard Animals, Barn Bouncer, Tractor Track, Wagon Rides and Birthday Parties. Pick-Your-Own Strawberries and Raspberries. Pumpkinland and Fall Harvest Weekends. (905) 294-3275, whittamoresfarm.com The Delta Chelsea Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Toronto, just minutes from the city’s best attractions. Our Family Fun Zone includes a Children’s Creative Centre, Teen Starcade games room, and family pool featuring the four-storey “Corkscrew” indoor waterslide. For great rates and packages - including tickets to Paramount Canada’s Wonderland, CNE, Ontario Place and more - call 1-800-CHELSEA. deltachelsea.com Stage West All Suite Hotel and Theatre Restaurant. Come and brave the giant three-story indoor waterslide or take in some children’s theatre. Fun for the whole family! Hotel Packages available. 5400 Dixie Road, Mississauga. (905) 238-0042 or 1-800-263-0684 stagewest.com Best Western Barons Hotel & Conference Centre in Ottawa’s west end is only 15 minutes from downtown. Enjoy our large indoor saltwater pool complex and the many amenities that will ensure your stay is your BEST stay. Family Fun Package is available; 1-800-214-1239. bestwestern.com/ca/baronshotel Cartier Place Suite Hotel Downtown Ottawa, 1-800-236-8399. Comfort and value with a choice of spacious suites which have all the conveniences of home. Indoor pool, exercise and games room. Close to shopping, entertainment areas and steps to the Rideau Canal. suitedreams.com Les Suites Hotel, Ottawa. Steps away from the Byward Market, you can’t beat the location. Child and Youth Friendly accredited Hotel. Condominium sized fully equipped suites, two TVs, indoor pool. Enjoy a different bedtime than the kids. 1-800-267-1989. les-suites.com Minto Suite Hotel. Spend your vacation at Ottawa’s best all-suite hotel. We offer fantastic packages and the best rates imaginable. Minutes away from many unique attractions and events. Pool and fitness centre, hotel restaurants and area shopping and services. 1-800-267-3377; 613-782-2350 mintosuitehotel.com Travelodge Ottawa Hotel & Conference Centre, home of the “1/3rd acre Wet and Wild Waterpark with wavepool and slide” CAA/AAA three diamond, full service hotel, complimentary parking, easily accessible at Carling Ave. and Queensway (exit 124), close to downtown and all major attractions. Family fun packages available. 1 (800) 267-4166 travelodgeottawa.com The Gymboree Learning Program is a carefully crafted developmental program for parents and their child.Why? Because by supporting you as a parent, we help you to better understand the development of your child.Visit gymboree.com or call 1-866-355-GROW (4769) Bayview Wildwood Resort. Located in Port Stanton, just 90 minutes drive north of Toronto on Sparrow Lake. Treat your family to great vacations and weekend getaways year-round. Children’s programs, entertainment and child-free packages available. 1-800-461-0243 portstanton.com
Delawana Inn Resort - 2 Children 15 & under stay FREE all season! Located only 90 minutes north on Georgian Bay. The Delawana provides family fun vacations complete with 2 meals/day, supervised kids’ programs, evening entertainment and daily cruises. Call 888-Delawana. (888-335-2926), or visit delawana.com Fern Resort is a year-round vacation destination. When seasons change we have the setting to take advantage of what nature provides with the right mix of fun, food and fantasy. Many child-free packages available. 1-800-367-3376 fernresort.com Halimar Resort, located in the Haliburton Highlands, overlooking Lake Kashagawigamog. Year-round cottage resort with air-conditioned accommodations, sandy beach, pool, extensive facilities and superb dining. A quiet oasis for couples and families. 1-800-223-7322, halimar.com Hockley Valley Resort — this Jewel of the Valley is situated on 300 acres of spectacular countryside just 45 minutes from Toronto. Enjoy 104 Guest Rooms, European Spa, 18 holes of Championship Golf, 14 ski runs and Exquisite Dining. Orangeville, ON 519-942-0754 or 416-363-5490 hockley.com Nottawasaga Inn Resort features an exciting 70,000 sq.ft. Sports & LeisureDome, kids programs, 45 holes of golf, spa services and much more. Awarded Readers’ Choice Gold - Favourite Ontario Resort. For Getaway packages call: 1-800-669-5501. NottawasagaResort.com Severn Lodge One of Muskoka’s premier resorts featuring waterfront accommodations, delicious meals, lots of recreation facilities, supervised kids activities and more! 1 800 461 5817 or severnlodge.on.ca Shamrock Lodge, A Muskoka Family Resort. 3 meals daily, with an all inclusive package that makes for a great family vacation. Kids Klub, sandy beach, water sports, and an indoor pool. Come celebrate over 25 years of ownership with the Bryants. 1-888-742-6742, shamrocklodge.com Talisman Resort & Conference Centre — A 4-season vacation destination that offers a variety of activities for the whole family. Golf, tennis, archery, pool games, campfires, river tubing, horseback riding, climbing wall, skiing, and snowboarding. 90 min north of the Toronto Airport. Visit talisman.ca or Call 1-800-265-3759. Wheels Inn 615 Richmond St, Chatham. (800) 265-5257. Come beat the heat at Wheels Inn this summer! Come for the day or stay the night! Package or individual prices available. Enjoy 7 acres of fun under one roof. Rides, waterslides, games and more! wheelsinn.com Wigamog Inn Resort Ontario’s Best Resort Value! Family-time packages include meals, kid’s camps, entertainment, daily activities program and recreational facilities. Haliburton, ON 1-800-661-2010 wigamoginn.com reservations@wigamoginn.com Conservation Halton Parks specialize in outdoor adventure activities and environmental education. Sites include Crawford Lake, Hilton Falls, Kelso, Glen Eden, Rattlesnake Point and Mountsberg Wildlife Centre. Call (905) 336-1158 or visit conservationhalton.on.ca Famous PEOPLE Players. An unbelievable delight for the eyes and ears, the Famous PEOPLE Players Dine & Dream Theatre! Bring the family for lunch and dinner and enjoy a first class meal. For reservations call 416-532-1137. fpp.org Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People 165 Front St East. Celebrating 41 years of young people’s theatre. Join us for another exciting season featuring Seussical - A Musical, and the return engagement of Hana’s Suitcase, back by overwhelming demand (plus 5 more great shows!) Low prices held over. Call (416) 862-2222 or visit lktyp.ca Markham Theatre for Performing Arts. 171 Town Centre Blvd., Markham. Our 2006-2007 Professional Entertainment Season offers Music, Comedy Theatre, Dance, Family shows and NEW Speaker’s Showcase. Call 905-305-SHOW (7469) or visit markhamtheatre.ca Runaway Puppet Theatre. 9 Banigan Dr. (416) 422-4303. Ongoing performances of traditional tales and new works for families of all ages. Enjoy our puppet collection in our mini museum before or after the show. Fall and winter schedules are listed on rptinc.com Inquire about special group rates. Solar Stage Children’s Theatre. 4950 Yonge St., Concourse Level. Theatrical presentations for ages 2 to 10. (416) 368-8031, solarstage@bellnet.ca, solarstage.on.ca |
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