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2026 Northern Ontario Travel Survey Contest
By Northern Ontario
The Ultimate Northern Ontario Bucket-List Journeys
These scenic trains, remote wilderness cruises, and backcountry floatplane drops turn the travel into the destination.
By Staff Writer, Northern Ontario Travel
Old Woman Bay
A Must Stop on Lake Superior
By Greg Sacco
A Guide to Boating the Trent Severn Waterway in Ontario
Recently named one of the best travel experiences in 2025 by the New York Times, this historic waterway offers boaters a leisurely way to explore dozens of small towns while relaxing on a rented houseboat.
By Northern Ontario
Downtown accommodations offer more than great views
Stay on or near the Thunder Bay waterfront
By Stephanie Reid
24 Things to Do and See in Timmins: The Ultimate Weekend Guide
Here are two dozen places you've got to check out in this Northeastern Ontario city.
By Heidi Csernak
BIG Hikes – Caribou Mountain's Jaw-Dropping Lookout
This Temagami hike is our #5 BIG hike – Caribou Mountain.
By Jane Canapini
Temagami Canoe Trip Guide
Expert advice for paddling in paradise.
By Conor Mihell
Natural Highs
7 magnificent mountains in Ontario to climb, hike, ride, ski and more.
By Conor Mihell
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
4 EV motorcycles to know about in 2023
Amp up your sustainability, without sacrificing your bike’s stats.
By Jeff Morrison
Boating in Blind River
Quietly offering everything you need
By Steve Sansford
Visit Killbear Provincial Park
Everything you need to know to plan a trip to this idyllic park.
By Conor Mihell
BIG Hikes: The Cup & Saucer's Reward for the Adventurous
Discover Manitoulin (and Ontario's) favourite hike.
By Jane Canapini
An ATV Gem Hidden In The Kukagami Rough
By John Arkwright
The Wawa Goose
12 Fun Facts About This Iconic Monument on Ontario's Highway 17 North.
By Algoma Staff Writer
Natural Wonders of Superior Country
Natural attractions that you should cross off your bucket list
By Casey Clearwater
Escape the 400s
How to Keep Moving in Ontario's Southeast
By Mike Jacobs
These Glamping Geodomes Are Now Available To Book Near Manitoulin
We sat down with owner and operator Brian Still to learn more about his new luxury glamping destination just north of Manitoulin Island.
By Northern Ontario
MadJacks Café: A Little Touch of Britain on the North Channel of Lake Huron
Offering UK-style snacks as well as imported treats (crisps, anyone?) this cafe is a must-stop on your island travels.
By Sandra J. Trainor
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Randy Smith

Randy Smith moved to Manitoulin Island to slow life down and embrace "island time." He is a motorcycle rider, writer, photographer, and outdoor enthusiast—on 2 feet or 2 wheels. 

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