Ontario February Getaways

Best Western Plus Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre conveniently located in the heart of Orillia minutes to most business, area attractions, historical landmarks and Casino Rama.  Casino Rama Shuttle DAILY 5pm – midnight (for a small fee)

With 83 well appointed guest rooms featuring contemporary décor, high speed internet and your comfort in mind.  On site dining available, in the Grape & Olive Wine and Martini Bistro or delivered to your door. Proudly brewing Van Houtte coffee, at the on site kiosk.  Hotel amenities include complimentary parking, indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna, outdoor patio, exercise facility and business centre.

Best Western Plus Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre is within close access to a variety of outdoor activities including boating, mountain biking, skiing, snowmobiling, golf and local beaches.

With 34 trails, 2 super pipes and the ability to let you ski well into the night, you’ll cherish having a chalet so close to all the action. Don’t have your own equipment? Never skied before? Don’t worry, let the capable folks at the mountain take care of you.

The Blue Mountain Village is located in the Town of the Blue Mountains, nestled between the charming communities of Collingwood and Thornbury, at the foot of Ontario’s largest mountain resort, Blue Mountain. 

There is ALWAYS something to do at BLUE including five hotels, 38 retailers, 20 cafes & restaurants, year-round award winning Festivals and Events.  Enjoy Ontario’s best skiing and snowboarding, snowshoe hikes, scavenger hunts, horse & wagon rides and skate on Blue Mountains’ largest outdoor rink with close to 5 acres at the base of Blue Mountain.  Activity Central offers off resort activities like caving, snowmobiling, snowshoeing  & wine tasting, ATV trail tours, spa experiences, sleigh rides and tobogganing.  Also open every weekend are Plunge! Aquatic Centre ($), the Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster ($) and Crock-a-Doddle Pottery

Family Day Weekend
There’s no better way to spend Family Day Weekend than at Blue Mountain Village! With something for everyone including Skating on the Mill Pond, The Ridge Runner Mountain Coaster, Horse & Wagon rides, Do-it-Yourself Pottery Making, Guided Snowshoeing Tours & Scavenger Hunts!

Winter Wonderland
January 7 – March 31, 2019
Stroll through the Village, down the cobblestone streets and around the Mill Pond, to experience an illuminated winter wonderland! Spend some time browsing over 50 unique shops and restaurants, and enjoy fireworks every Saturday night until February 23rd, over the Mill Pond!

The Village lights up from dusk to 10pm every evening in the winter! 

Please visit www.bluemountainvillage.ca and download the new Mobile APP for up to dates events and schedules.

Mount St. Louis Ski Alpine Experience …Go Where The Snow Is!
Available December 15, 2018 – March 16, 2019 (SNOW dependent)

Mount St. Louis Moonstone is only 15 minutes from our resorts and with 36 slopes, 9 chairlifts, 3 carpets and 3 park/pipe runs! Two six person lifts so less lines to get to the slopes…

From beginner to the well advanced skier there is a run waiting for you.

There are two base chalets with cafeterias, rental shops, and boutiques along with the Best Snowboard Park, the “Out Back”. A great ski experience is waiting!

Stay for two nights or more in our spacious studio room or select a 1- or 2-Bedroom suite which feature full kitchen, whirlpool tub and fireplace and receive 2 one day adult ski passes per reservation at check-in.

Ski & Stay – Lift Tickets, a Hotel Stay and Dining Credit

Are you looking for some winter fun? At Casino Rama Resort we’ve done the planning for you! Ski or Snowboard & Stay! We make it easy to plan your winter escape!

Enjoy a delicious meal in one of our eight unique restaurants – from pub fare to fine dining, we have it all! Sleep tight in one of our cozy, deluxe suites and enjoy the excitement with $10 in Free Slot Play on us*.

 Package Details

• Deluxe King or Double Suite in our luxury hotel featuring in-room gas fireplace
• $50 dining credit to be used at any of our restaurants
• Two (2) adult lift passes to Mount St. Louis Moonstone
• Complimentary valet parking
• $10 Free Slot Play per person for members of the Players Passport® Club (membership is FREE) Sign Up Now!

Sunday-Thursday Package
$275 per room (plus taxes and resort fee)

Available until March 31, 2019 (or the end of the ski season). Excludes December 24, 25, & 29, 2018, January 1, 2019 and February 17 & 18, 2019.

Cedars of Lake Eugenia is a family oriented housekeeping resort on Eugenia Lake. We have traditional 2 bedroom cottages, and modern 3 bedroom Lakefront chalets located right on the beach facing the west (for a perfect sunset!). Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen including microwave, LED TV, gas BBQ, private fire pit and deck.

Winter with Style

There is no place like Lake Eugenia and the Beaver Valley in Winter. Close to skiiing, caving, snowshoe hiking, snowmobile trails, and much more! If you have never been to this part of Ontario, now is the time. All of our Cottages and Chalets are fully equipped with kitchens, Gas BBQ’s, your own fire pit and fireplace. We are just 30 minutes from Blue Mountain Village and all that Georgian Bay has to offer. Pack the car, leave the watch at home and come and make some new memories!

Get away to Horseshoe Resort and take advantage of one of our many offers. Located less than an hour from Toronto,  Horseshoe Resort makes an ideal destination whether you’re looking for your next winter adventure or a chance to rest and relax. 

Packages:

Ski & Stay

More Time on the Slopes! From $185* per night. Our best ski value 

Maximize your time on the slopes by spending the night only steps away from the hill. Receive your lift tickets right when you check-in! While at the resort, take advantage of some of our other winter activities, such as snow tubing, cross country skiing, fat biking or snowshoeing. There’s something for everyone in your family! Book early to avoid disappointment.  Available daily as of December 13^th. 

$185 Package for two includes:

• Nightly accommodation 
• One Day N’ Night Lift Ticket for each guest with every night you stay (lift access 9am – 9pm)
• One Night Lift Ticket for each guest on your arrival day (lift access 3:30pm – 9pm) 

Stay Longer & Save

The Longer You Stay, The More You Save! Stay for 3 nights and save up to 15% off your accommodation over select dates this winter. Make the most out of your winter getaway! 

• Stay for three or more nights over select dates this winter and save up to 15% off our best available room rate

Hit the slopes, fly down our expanded snow tubing hill, strap on some snowshoes and explore the Copeland Forest or simply relax on the après patio. While you are here, book a treatment at the Amba Spa or try our delicious dining options!

We have a limited amount of rooms available at this rate, so make sure you book soon to avoid missing out. Available Select Dates this Winter.

Bed & Breakfast Getaway

From $142*/night. Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city to enjoy a quiet evening here. Our Bed and Breakfast package is the perfect option for your next Ontario Resort getaway. Relax in the hot tub, indulge in a fabulous dinner or take some to explore the beautiful Copeland Forest. The peace and serenity will boost you in spirit and mind–making you feel relaxed and refreshed when it’s time to leave.

Resort guests are welcome to use our indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and fitness facilities at no extra charge.

Package includes:

• Accommodation in a Horseshoe Room
• Full Breakfast Buffet

Spa Your Way

Visit the Amba Spa and experience tranquility that calms the mind, body and soul. With this package, enjoy your own personalized before-and-after transformation, where a carefully crafted menu of spa services offers real results. Enjoy a getaway to Horseshoe Resort and take the time to relax or take advantage of some of our great activities. Enjoy your spa credit anytime during your getaway. We recommend booking your spa treatment in advance. 

Package includes:

• One night accommodation for two
• $100 Amba Spa credit per adult

Stay & Breakfast Package

Any time of year is a great time to visit the Collingwood/Blue Mountain Region, with so much to do for the whole family. Experience the excellent grounds with miles of trails to explore or take a few minutes’ drive from our resort to the famous Blue Mountains or visit the picturesque village. After your adventure is complete, take a moment to unwind in our indoor hot tub or relax in our guest rooms.

Living Stone Golf Resort presents the Stay & Breakfast Package to enhance your experience in Collingwood. With our delicious selection of hot and cold breakfast items, our full breakfast buffet is the perfect way to prepare you for a day of fun activities across the resort.

Package includes: 

• Accommodation in one of our guest rooms
• Hot breakfast for each person in the room
• $65 worth of Resort Activity Dollars

Family Day Passport to Play        

The upcoming Family Day Weekend is a great time for a family getaway and we’re offering our value filled Passport to Play promotion to help you make the most of it. Book a one or two night stay from February 15 – 17, 2019 on the Passport to Play promotion and receive admission for up to two children to our popular pay-as-you-go kid’s programs for FREE! That’s up to $183 in value!

Book the Passport to Play promotion and participate in any of the following pay-as-you-go programs during your stay such as:

Plus there’s also a line-up of additional activities, an awesome indoor pool, 100ft waterslide and arcade that will keep the kids entertained all weekend long.

Pricing starts from only $189* per night for two adults and two children. Please note that the Passport to Play promotion includes admission for up to two children to our popular pay-as-you-go programs for FREE!

February Suite-Heart Sale – Save $50!* per night. Minimum 1 night, Sunday to Thursday. Subject to availability.

Chilly February days are the perfect time to stay indoors and snuggle your sweetheart.That’s why this February we’re offering $50 off our room only rate for our luxurious Junior, VIP and Two Room suites that feature both a fireplace and Jacuzzi. It’s the perfect setting for romance!

*Available Sunday – Thursday from February 3-27, 2019 on select dates, based on availability. Per night + tax & fees. Call for details.

Guided Snowshoe Excursion
December – March | $10 pp + accommodation

Immerse yourself in the winter wonderland of Wasaga Beach. Depart from the Resort and enjoy a guided snowshoeing tour along the beach and trails of Wasaga Beach. Learn about the history and sights of the area, stop for some snow play and fort building and enjoy some hot chocolate along the way. Return back to the Resort to enjoy a roasted hot dog over the camp fire. 3 hrs. 2pm – 5pm. Must be booked at least 1 week in advance.

Package Includes:

Sheer Indulgence Spa & Wine Tasting
A romantic getaway including time at Scandinave Spa, feeling the cares of the world drop away. Georgian Hill Vineyard, minutes away is the perfect way to end a most relaxing day, sipping wines & enjoying a cheese platter.

Saint & Sinners Bootleggers Tour
A winter jaunt in the Georgian Triangle might include following the Saints & Sinners Bootlegger’s map that will assist you in finding your way around Grey, Bruce & Simcoe Counties to tour wineries, breweries and cider house.

Scandinave Spa 1 Night Getaway
The Inn is a proud lodging partner of Scandinave Spa (Blue Mountain), 15 minutes away. Includes one all day bath pass per person, sparkling wine or juice, use of bathrobes and water for the Spa. Upgrades for Massages are subject to availability.

Scandinave Spa 2 Night Getaway
Time away to connect with your significant other! The Scandinave Spa, a Nordic experience in the middle of a forest helps you to reconnect with nature. At the Inn, the crackle of the fireplace, the sparkling wine, invites total relaxation.

Experience pristine snow conditions, spectacular views and unique trails high atop the Niagara Escarpment in a 200 year old forest featuring 100 ft. tall sugar maples, beech and oak trees.  Glide along 27 km of cross country ski trails professionally groomed daily for both skate and classic styles.  Explore 10 km of dedicated snowshoe trails. Nowhere else in Ontario can you snowshoe across Southern Ontario’s Longest Suspension Footbridge! Take a breathtaking 130-metre hike across a narrow bridge, arched 25 meters above a treed valley, 300 meters above Georgian Bay.

Guided Night Snowshoe Hikes at Scenic Caves Nature Adventures

Dec 29, 31, 2018
Jan 2, 5, 12, 19, 26, 2019
Feb 2, 9, 16, 17, 23, 2019
Mar 2, 9, 13, 15, 16, 23, 30, 2019

Strap on your snowshoes for a night-time hike, where stars and shadows create a dramatic setting for adventure. Professional staff members guide your group on a 1 ½ to 2 hour romp through an enchanting winter wonderland. Experience beautiful trails that wind through a mature forest of 100 foot tall trees, sparkling views of the countryside at the Suspension Bridge and breathtaking lookouts from the top of the Niagara Escarpment. No experience is required and the pace is moderate. Recommended for ages 8-10 and older. Night snowshoe hikes are scheduled for most Saturday nights and run weather-permitting.  Reservations are required: (705) 446-0256 ext. 223.

Family Day Weekend at Scenic Caves Nordic Centre
February 16, 17, 18, 2019

Enjoy outdoor family fun for all ages, all weekend long.  Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or expert, explore 27 km. of groomed cross-country ski trails (classic + skate) or 10 km. of dedicated snowshoe paths.  Sat. Feb 16 and Sun. Feb 17, 2019 reserve a guided night snowshoe hike (for ages 10+). Families will love the Scavenger Hunt and wooden sculptures, Children’s Adventure Playground and roasting s’mores over an outdoor fire pit.  Relax at the Warm-up Café (Lookout Point) and the main cabin. Also available:  equipment rentals, wax hut, lessons, snack bar + gift shop.

Valentines Day Celebration

Welcome to The Briars! Discover a winter wonderland where you can cosy up by the fire, splash in the pool, take a guided hike, horse-drawn sleigh ride or snowshoe adventure. 

Valentine’s Special

Our Valentine’s Special getaway includes sumptuous candlelight dinner, cosy room, full breakfast, a welcome basket of house-made treats and access to all activities and programs.

Room, meals, and all activities are from just $250 per couple per night (Fri/Sun/Mon/Tues. $365 per couple Sat night). Two-night getaways include early check-in or late check-out. (Add HST tax). 

Learn more about our Valentine’s Weekend Events or check out our special Valentine’s Weekend Menu

Family Day Weekend
Family Day Weekend shouldn’t be overwhelming and hectic – it should be a time to reconnect with the ones you love. Getaway to The Briars this Family Day! Just an hour from downtown, find rest and relaxation on the historic shores of Lake Simcoe. 

Your stay includes:

• Meals as noted, Wi-Fi, parking, use of facilities and programs
• Indoor pools, whirlpool, sauna; games room, ping pong, billiards, darts; fitness room. 
• Activities – guided hikes, yoga, guided expeditions and more.
• Check-in 4 pm/ Check-out noon

Book your stay on Family Day weekend and enjoy a full list of activities and programming to suit every member of your family, including:

• Snowshoeing
• Skating
• Horsedrawn Sleigh Rides
• Glass Painting*
• Ice Fishing**
• Making Authentic Dreamcatchers*
• Cultural & History Tours 
• Live Music
• Nightly Bonfires 
• Full athletic program including yoga, Zumba, and hiking

Country Escape Getaway
Replace the noise of the city with the sound of the falls. Includes accommodation, $30 dinner credit per person in the falls-view dining room and sawyers continental breakfast.

Rates per person per night double occupancy.

Stay Longer and Save
Rates from $151 – $279 CAD/night. Valid seven days a week through 12/31/19

Wye Marsh Ski Trails are rapidly becoming the “not so…best kept secret” of the area. This winter ski 25 km of groomed & track-set ski trails through beautifully diverse terrain which meanders through picturesque areas of hardwood forests and cedar groves.  There are an additional 10 km of hiking and snowshoe trails that take you through our interpretative trails and boardwalk.

There’s plenty of wildlife viewing at Wye Marsh all winter long.  Whether it is the flurry of activity at our bird feeders or the unexpected sight of a deer on the trail, something is sure to catch your eye.  Winter is the best time of year for viewing our magnificent Trumpeter Swans, one of Canada’s largest birds and a species that with the help from the Friends of Wye Marsh are being reintroduced back to Ontario.  Winter is also a great time of year for hand feeding our charismatic chickadees.  Grab a handful of seed then head out on our trails to escape, explore and experience winter at its best. 

FAMILY DAY WEEKEND

Have fun outdoors with your family! Skiing, snowshoeing, animal shows (reptiles and birds of prey), chickadee feeding, bannock roasting, and a snowshoe obstacle course. For the times and details of the activities visit our website.

Open for Skiing and Boarding!

WINTER LIFT TICKETS – Choose from a variety of lift ticket options suitable for every level of skier or rider. With 43 trails, 30 of which are lit for night-skiing, Blue Mountain is a warrior’s playground from sun-up to sundown.

STAY & SKI GETAWAY
December 13, 2018 to March 17, 2019
This winter, customize your own Stay & Ski Getaway and save more each day you hit the slopes. Packaging your stay in advance not only saves you big on downhill action, but we’ll also give you a nightly discount on accommodation ensuring the best possible value for your slope-side escape.

Package Includes:

• Nightly accommodation
• Day/night lift ticket per person

The discount applied to your lift ticket is reflective of the number of consecutive days skied.

How it Works!
One Day of Skiing during your stay,10% off lift ticket
Two Days of Skiing during your stay,25% off lift ticket each day
Three Days of Skiing or more,40% off lift ticket each day

SNOWSHOES GETAWAY
Snowshoe through a silent world of winter beauty, and see the Bruce Peninsula at its best! We welcome couples, and groups up to 6 people, for this relaxing getaway. Here’s what to expect:

• Two night’s stay in one of our gorgeous, private rooms.
• Two wholesome, farm fresh breakfasts.

A shuttled snowshoe hike. We’ve got all the equipment; just bring warm clothing and boots.

Our world-famous “Snowshoer’s Reward” Lunch, made for hungry hikers.

As an optional add-on, take a late afternoon horse-drawn sleigh ride: a beautiful woodland tour among hundreds of acres of forest.

This lovely SLEIGHS AND SNOWSHOES GETAWAY is usually available from January to early March. See you soon!

ROMANCE THE STARS GETAWAY
A unique getaway! Sleep outside or inside, under the stars! Choose either our outdoor Woodland Suite (a giant clear roof gazebo) or our indoor Constellation Suite, under a 10-foot skylight! ROMANCE THE STARS includes:

• Two nights stay in one of our gorgeous, private wilderness experience rooms.
• An amazing extra: see planets and stars through our 10-inch telescope all year!

A fully shuttled and catered Bruce Trail hike to a fabulous destination.
Two special gourmet breakfasts for two, for a fantastic start to each day.

There’s lots more; see our website. Find Romance on the Bruce Peninsula. This lovely 2-NIGHT WILDERNESS GETAWAY is now available. See you soon!

Snowmobile Special
$59 per room based on double occ. plus hst
Stay any night including weekends and holidays for $59 per hotel room.

Stay & Ski Package
$77 per person per day double occ.

Package includes:

• 1 weekend night stay in hotel room plus
• 1 day skiing at mount St Louis

$81 Ice Fishing Special
Includes 1 night hotel room and 1 day ice fishing. Based on double Occ. plus applicable taxes.

3rd Night for only $49*
Offer is based on any 2 nights at regular rate.  Taxes are extra. Cannot be combined with any other package.  On Holiday weekends stay any 3 nights at regular rate and add a 4th for $49.

Guest Packages

We offer various packages throughout the seasons. From Romance Packages for 2 – to Adventure Packages exploring the Heart of Georgian Bay! Contact Us for available packages!

Snowmobile Package

If you love snowmobiling, you are in the right town.  Come experience 175 km’s of Midland’s groomed and maintained trails.  After a long day on the trails enjoy and relax by our saltwater pool, hot tub and sauna in our luxurious garden atrium.

Our package includes:

• Traditional Accommodations based on double occupancy
• Continental Hot Breakfast
• Complimentary Snowmobile lock up on site
• Trail Maps available

Hardwood Ski and Bike has over 40 km of beautiful, rolling trails through hardwood and pine forests for cross-country skiing. The trail network consists of 8 different loops ranging from 3 km to 22 km.  There is a trail for every level of ability, from beginner to elite racer on terrain that ranges from gently rolling to challenging.

Hardwood grooms all of the trails for both Classic and Skate skiing, using the new, state of the art grooming equipment. This equipment allows us to groom in all snow conditions, no matter what. Voted 6 years in a row by Get Out There Magazine as the best cross-country ski facility in eastern Ontario.

Winter Rules! Celebrate winter with your family at Snow Valley.

Choose from a great variety of outdoor recreation activities. There is truly something for every member of the family. Fun for all ages activities include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, tubing and we also offer lessons, as well as racing and school programs.

February 2019 Events

31st Annual M*A*S*H Bash – February 1

Under the Stars Snowshoeing & Yoga – February 9, 23

Guided Moonlight Snowshoe Tour & Chili Cookout – February 2, 16