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Michael Law

Michael Law is a freelance travel writer and photographer who has published 200+ articles. His trips revolve around skiing, kiteboarding, hiking, camping, fishing, and other outdoor pursuits. You can read more of his work on PlanetWare and Mike Law Travels.

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Taste the best craft breweries in Ontario’s Sunset Country—from Kenora to Fort Frances to Atikokan—on a scenic road trip through lakes, history, and flavour.
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From waterfalls to golden sand, this road trip along Lake Superior takes you to some of the most stunning beaches in Canada.
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