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Giving Thanks in Historic Huronia—Ontario’s
Historic Resort Destination
Georgian
Bay, Ontario……… September 27, 2007. Fall has
arrived in Southern Georgian Bay and everyone can enjoy the beautiful
display of autumn foliage either from the water on a cruise, or in your
car on a tour of the picturesque towns of Penetanguishene, Midland and
Honey Harbour. Thanksgiving weekend is a time for reflection to assess
our harvest bounty with friends and family. A myriad of activities are
available for fall family fun.
Cruise Georgian Bay In Midland, The Miss
Midland Boat Cruise has daily cruises for the family though until October
14, 2007 http://www.midlandtours.com/MissMidland/MMschedules.htm
or travel to the picturesque town of Penetanguishene and take the M.S.
Georgian Queen 30,000 Island Cruise with fall colour cruises continuing
until October 17 http://www.georgianbaycruises.com/
Thanksgiving Harvest Festival, featuring
the Arts & Crafts Show (October 6 & 7) Celebrate the Fall Season
with the Thanksgiving Harvest Festival and the return of the popular Arts
& Crafts Show and Sale. Farmer's market, harvest activities and displays,
the history of corn, Native foods, and more! The quality Arts & Crafts
Show features outstanding artisans offering a diverse range of craft and
food items. Admission to the show is included in the price of regular
admission. http://www.saintemarieamongthehurons.on.ca/
The Martyrs Shrine is an ideal location to visit for fall
colours as there is an observation platform looking over the Wye Valley.
Masses are held throughout the fall. Mass - Celebration Feast
of the Martyrs is September 29th, 2007 - 2:00 pm. http://www.martyrs-shrine.com/
Huronia Museum in Midland is currently running the Fall
Art Show until October 8th that features a variety of works of
mixed medias, watercolours, oils and photography. http://www.huroniamuseum.com/Public/
A number of fall getaway packages are available for fall
touring and cruising at The Comfort Inn has “Fall Colour Cruises”
package, www.choicehotels.ca/hotels/hotel?hotel=CN279
Phone: 705-526-2090 or 1-888-274-3020.
The Highlands Best Western Conference Centre has "Discover
Georgian Bay” package www.bestwesternmidland.com Phone:
705-526-9307 1-800-461-4265.
The Delawana Inn Spa and Resort has “Land, Sea &
Sky” package www.delawana.com
Phone: 1-888-335-2926, (705)756-2424.
For additional information on events and activities visit
www.georgianbaytourism.on.ca.
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Editor's Note: Travel writers interested in visiting the
Georgian Bay Area can make arrangements by calling Ron at 705-734-0895.
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