Westport Ontario Canada - Heart of the Rideau Lakes | 90+ Countries With 3 Kids
Welcome to Westport Ontario!!!
Westport Ontario has a very special meaning for us as it is our hometown. This year we decided to visit our family on our way to an event Chantal was speaking at in Chicago. Westport is a wonderful place where you can explore history, natural beauty, relax, and unwind. Westport is an ideal family holiday destination all year-round, with diverse beauty and plenty of recreational activities for visitors of all ages.
Westport is only a 40 minute drive away from Kingston and around 70 minutes from Ottawa. It’s located in a little valley of the Precambrian Shield, quaintly along the Rideau Canal at the west end of Big Rideau Lake. This little village has been a self-governing one since incorporation in 1904 and it has a population of about 700.
It was originally called Manhards Mills, with a downtown core dating back to the 19th century and perfectly preserved. Westport is also part of the UNESCO - recognized Frontenac Arch Biosphere Reserve, an ecosystem for the conservation of biodiversity, with sustainable use.
The Fall Fair we were at was put on by the Westport Free Methodist Church.
For more information visit: explorewestport.com
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Living and Working in Westport
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WEEKEND ITINERARY in TILLSONBURG, ONTARIO!
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Tillsonburg Farmers Market
Tillsonburg Station Arts Centre
Annandale National Historic Site
The Cup and Cake
Pedlar's Quay
Cherished Pieces
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Tillsonburg Pioneer Cemetery
Seven Gables
Indigo Lounge
Coyle's Country Store
Skyway Cafe
Sundown Farms
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Westport, Ontario in 2017
Driving through Westport, Ontario in 2017 along Main Street.
Niagara Falls - Top Things To See & Do | 90+ Countries With 3 Kids
Niagara Falls separates US from Canada or more precisely the State of New York from the province of Ontario. It consists of three separate waterfalls; Horseshoe Falls, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, which all together have the highest water flow rate in the world. Six million cubic feet of water flows over the Waterfalls each minute, thus creating one of the most spectacular sights in North America. However, separately the Falls at Niagara cannot claim to be neither the highest nor the widest in the world, or even to have the greatest flow of water. All of these titles belong to the Iguazu Falls, but you guys probably already knew this if you have watched our videos from Brazil and Argentina.
Niagara Falls are predominantly part of USA with them owning two of the three waterfalls entirely and having part in the third one which is Horseshoe Falls. Horseshoe Falls is located mostly on the Canadian side and it is both the highest and the longest of all three. It is also the one that’s carrying almost 90 percent of the total combined water volume. The name ‘Horseshoe Falls’ comes from it’s horseshoe-bend shape, and was given to it between late 19th and early 20th century when Niagara Falls was a popular honeymoon destination. Before that time, it had a typical arch shape and nowadays it resembles the more like a large inverted “V” due to several erosions that took place in the past few decades.
In fact, the Falls have eroded an average of 3.78 feet/year since 1842 which more recently has been reduced to less than one foot a year with the power requirements and anti-erosion measures. However, the Niagara Falls will disappear into Lake Erie in approximately 23,000 years.
During our visit we also discovered the beautiful community of Niagra on the Lake and went over to Toronto to explore Ripley's Aquarium with our family.
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Eastern Ontario Cottage Rental near Westport Ontario - #1141 by cottagerental.com
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'Cedar Echo Retreat' - Set on a well treed lot, this three bedroom plus Bunkie family in Eastern Ontario is a great four season family getaway. The cottage has a partially covered, gated deck, with a hot tub - and a TV for outside viewing! Lots of extras like a deck heater, green egg bbq as well as propane bbq, and lots of watercraft to explore the lake. The cottage is well equipped with dishwasher, laundry and in the spacious rec room on the lower level is a 52 satellite TV, wi-fi. Located about ten minutes from Westport. Owners are located on the lake for assistance if needed.
Perth, Ontario 2017
Driving around Perth, Ontario in 2017 on Wilson St and Gore St.
Welcome to Port Dover , Ontario Canada!
Lots to Discover in Port Dover! Port Dover is situated on the north shore of Lake Erie.
In 1794, Port Dover was settled by United Empire Loyalists on the north shore of Lake Erie. First known for its gristmill, the sleepy little town soon grew in population as its economy diversified - it once boasted the largest freshwater fishing fleet in the world.
Today, Port Dover is still a thriving municipality of 6,500 residents with local attractions that include: The Lighthouse Festival Theatre; Port Dover Harbour Museum; Port Dover Harbour Marina; numerous wineries; farmers markets and more.Increasingly, people are discovering Port Dover as a wonderful place to retire due to its rich history and active community.
In addition to commercial fishing, nearby Long Point Bay is a sport fisherman's paradise with its wide variety of fish species, most notable bass, perch, pike and pickerel.
The 59th Friday the 13th is May 2016 - don't miss it!
For more than a century, the north shore of Lake Erie has held both fascination and magnetism that has attracted cottagers and tourists alike. On warm summer days in Port Dover, you'll find the swimmers, sun-worshippers and people-watchers, all who flock to the beach for recreation and relaxation and to enjoy the tasty culinary offerings of the nearby restaurants and food booths. Port Dover is famous for its local dish - fresh caught Lake Erie yellow perch and fries, served by many food establishments.
Throughout the year the town hosts a number of events, starting New Years Day with a Polar Bear Swim at the beach; a perch derby in April; July 1st Celebration; Summer Festival in August; weekly concerts in Powell Park in the summer; Santa Claus arriving by fish tug; and whenever a month has a Friday the 13th, the town becomes the destination for motorcyclists, with the PD13 celebrations being front and center.
Come discover Port Dover, try some of the local fare and see all that this convivial community has to offer.
Top ten places to visit in Ireland. Family day out in the Quay's Bar.
Top ten places to visit in Ireland. When you here of top ten places to visit in a country it as to be a welcoming place and it has to be beautiful and with character. Cobh is in one of the top ten beautiful places to visit in Ireland, it has got character and welcoming as well. These are young ones expressing themselves and enjoy themselves on the bank of the world's second biggest natural harbour on a family day out on a warm sunny afternoon in Cobh.
Welcome to the Kingdom of Swaziland! AKA eSwatini | 90+ Countries with 3 Kids
Have you ever wondered what Swaziland is like? Swaziland is one of the smallest countries in Africa, but it is now starting to boom because of the full support of their government in promoting tourism. It has so much to offer in such a small space.
The highlight of our trip was the visit to Hlane Royal National Park, which is the largest in Swaziland and the best park to see the big five.
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