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7 Reasons Why You MUST ATTEND Friday the 13ths 2026 in Port Dover.This Year
A must for bikers anywhere within a 500-kilometre radius.
By Mike Jacobs
Snowmobiling Winter Weather Forecast 2026-2027
El Niño says mild. The Great Lakes say snow. Who will win Ontario's sled season?
By Jeff McGirr
The CP Holiday Train is Comin' to Town
Don't miss the festive fun and find a stop near you!
By Josie Cormier
Northern Ontario’s Most Unique Stays
Cabins, domes, retro cottages, historic lodges, and lakeside escapes worth the road trip.
By Emily Gillespie
The Essential Northern Ontario Holiday Gift Guide 2026
Skip the mall. Shop the North.
By Stacy Rosadiuk
Kirkland Lake's Mile of Gold Tour
Dig into Ontario's Gold Rush history with this tour of one of the richest gold deposits ever found on Earth.
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
Off-Road by Day, Fine Dining by Night
Ontario ATV lodges where chef-made dinners cap off a day on the trails.
By Jeff Morrison
Step into Wilderness: A Fall Trip to Cochrane
Hike among 26 lakes carved by ancient glaciers, stay up late watching the northern lights, and ride the Polar Bear Express north toward James Bay on this wild adventure in Cochrane.
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
Sweater Weather, North Bay Style
Ghost stories, cozy dinners and holiday markets make the most of the cool-weather days.
By Northern Ontario
Go Winter Glamping
Get cozy at these 11 snowy Ontario getaways.
By Virginia Marshall
Layer Up for Cozy Season in the Soo
Frosty trails, haunted woods, and the first holiday lights. Enjoy cool weather days in Sault Ste. Marie!
By Northern Ontario
Temagami Canoe Trip Guide
Expert advice for paddling in paradise.
By Conor Mihell
Gear Up for Your First Snowmobile Ride of the Season in Ontario
Top tips to get your sled, yourself and your permits ready to hit the trails.
By Jeff Morrison
5 Essential Boreal Experiences in Ontario's Sunset Country
Freshwater fishing, forest hiking, and sunset views await in this pristine paradise
By Gerry Cariou
Go Foraging in Ontario
Learn the basics of how to harvest wild edibles found across the province.
By Jake O'Flaherty
Hunting for Yooperlites Along Lake Superior
From a single glowing rock to an entire illuminated rock cut—our search for Yooperlites along Lake Superior, Ontario.
By Amber Gionet
Ontario Pow Wow Calendar: 2026 Edition
Culture, community, food, dancing, music, tradition, regalia—check out the 2025 pow wow calendar and discover where to celebrate this year.
By Indigenous Tourism Ontario
The Agawa Rock Pictographs
Discover ancient Indigenous art on Lake Superior.
By Adam Leith Gollner
Superior Paddling Routes
Enchanting places to canoe, kayak & SUP on the greatest lake.
By Virginia Marshall
French River Canoe Tripping
Everything you need to know to explore this historic and wild waterway.
By Colin Field
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Jim Bamboulis

Jim Bamboulis is a travel and food writer, photographer and vlogger based in Toronto. He also runs Travelmammal Media, collaborating to create content for tourism boards and travel brands worldwide. When he’s not traveling, he runs a Food Tour in Toronto’s Greektown neighbourhood.

More Articles By Jim Bamboulis

8 Reasons Why You Must go to Sault Ste. Marie Right NOW!

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Explore Greater Sudbury, Beyond Downtown

From river tubing to local flavours, discover what makes Greater Sudbury’s communities so worth the detour.
By Jim Bamboulis

Tee Off in Sudbury

From rugged Northern Ontario courses to high-tech simulators, golf season never ends here.
By Jim Bamboulis

Where To Eat in Sault Ste. Marie

A local foodie’s guide to the Soo's most-loved restaurants.
By Jim Bamboulis

Top Winter Activities in Sudbury

Embrace the Snow!
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The Soo on Ice

Make the most of winter in Sault Ste. Marie!
By Jim Bamboulis

21 Ways to Enjoy Thunder Bay

Why 2025 is your year to visit this fabulous northern Ontario city.
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Restaurants in #TheSoo

Up and coming no more.
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