Arrrgh, mateys! There does seem to be a mania for swashbucklers these days. (I …
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Laura Byrne Paquet
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Whether you want a metaphysical hike, a glimpse into Ottawa’s history or some vegan …
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Food and wineLong escapes
A must-stop for cookie lovers in Victoria, B.C.
by Laura Byrne Paquet 8.4K viewsThe slogan at The Cookie Guy, a cookie bakery in downtown Victoria, B.C., is …
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Weekends
11 great reasons to get away to Gananoque and Chaffeys Locks
by Laura Byrne Paquet 11.5K viewsIf you like messing about in boats, you’ll love Gananoque, Ontario. The town of …
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The Sir Isaac Brock B&B Luxury Suites will likely appeal to travellers who like …
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Eastern Ontario place names have some fascinating stories to tell. Did you know that …
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One of the questions I get most often from readers here at Ottawa Road …
Food and wine
45+ farmers’ markets in Eastern Ontario and West Quebec
by Laura Byrne Paquet
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Updated for 2026! Looking for a farmers’ market in Ottawa, Eastern Ontario or the …
Weekends
Westin Ottawa’s rental skates make for a great weekend getaway
by Laura Byrne Paquet
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#sponsored Are you at that midwinter point where you’re longing for a mini-break but …
Events
CPKC Holiday Train coming to Finch, Merrickville, Smiths Falls and Perth!
by Laura Byrne Paquet
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Here’s the schedule for the CPKC Holiday Train’s 2025 stops near Ottawa, including Montreal, …
