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  Montreal offers locals and visitors European flare and old school charm. With its horse-drawn carriages on cobblestone streets, grand architecture and boutique shops, the vibrant city is alive with endless activities. While it’s known for its dynamic arts and internationally renowned culture scene, Montreal is also recognized as the North’s very own sin city […]

Putting a twist on your classic skating parks and skiing and tubing trails, Canadian cities offer majestic, fairytale-like landscapes that will without a doubt capture your heart. Whether you are travelling to Ottawa or to Vancouver this winter, look no further than these must visit True North destinations for some frosty wintertime fun. 

Rest assured, you don’t have to travel to London, England to experience the elegance of an afternoon tea ritual. Canada has a number of exquisite tea rooms that are guaranteed to make you feel like royalty through their authentic British vibes. From elaborate hotels in Toronto to traditional lounges in Vancouver, here are a few tea rooms to help you warm up in style this winter. 

As the air becomes crisp and the trees transform into colourful hues of red, yellow and orange, a scenic route through the heart of Ontario’s wilderness is the most epic way to experience fall foliage. Offering an astonishing sightseeing experience, which is certainly destined for this autumn season, the Agawa Canyon Tour Train is a perfect attraction for locals and tourists alike. It takes passengers through beautiful forests packed with flora, while travelling past crystal blue waters and soaring across high elevations of trestles and bridges.

Don’t be ashamed to be a tourist in your own country, and delve into the most surreal sites and gain a new perspective of our home and native land. In light of Canada’s 150th birthday, Real Style has cultivated a list of travel opportunities to explore across the True North this month. 

When you think of Simcoe County in central southern Ontario, you may instantly think about skiing or golfing. The Horseshoe Valley is right in the thick of it after, and the landscape it is situated on is perfect for either of those past times. There is much more to the region however, not the least of which are Lake Simcoe and Georgian Bay, the two bodies of water it is located between. It’s a place you will want to visit any time of the year, especially if you are looking to get away from the city for a few days.

Whether you want a break from the city limits as a city slicker or you’re simply craving a bite of a crisp apple, there’s nothing quite like an autumn day trip to a farm to complete your weekend. If you’re looking for a break from Toronto’s hustle and bustle, here are a few great spots where you and your family can go apple picking. 

Flooded with photos of snowy mountain tops, white sandy beaches and clear blue skies, Instagram has spawned a new trend of spontaneous travelers that aspire to “do it for the ‘gram”. Millennials are using Instagram as their personal travel diary, allowing their friends to follow their whereabouts and live vicariously through their captured moments. If you’re wondering how to use Instagram as a travel tool, look no further than these tips from Real Style. 

Between breathtaking views and rich cultural diversity, British Columbia has tons to offer, with the legendary Canadian Rockies, Great Bear Rainforest and Pacific Rim National Park all proudly standing as local points of interest. Whether you are looking to kayak across scenic waterways or unwind in one of the Northern regions natural hot springs, Canada’s Pacific Coast is an appealing destination that will certainly fulfill your wanderlust. Look no further than Real Style’s guide to exploring British Columbia this autumn. 

As the weather cools, you will be wishing that you spent more time outside while the temperatures were still pleasant! It’s not too late to getaway and enjoy what is left of summer. If you’re looking for somewhere to go this Labour Day weekend, here are some spots where you can get away from reality and finally relax.

Travelling is not easy, as booking a trip can be expensive and can sometimes require months of preparation. Whether you’re someone who tends to overpack or someone who tends to forget essential items at home, here are some tips to make your upcoming travels a little easier

From a girlfriends’ weekend to mother daughter bonding time, try planning a local getaway and some quality time for rest and relaxation. Here is Real Style’s selection of spa resorts in Canada that you should check out before the summer comes to a grand finale. 

New York City is always a good idea, particularly when one can enjoy the balmy summer temperatures in the city that never sleeps. You can start off the day by having a picnic in Central Park and then heading to SoHo to shop, followed by an afternoon of fun on Coney Island. Whether you’re in the mood for the beauty of nature or transfixed by the shopping in this fashion capital, look no further than Real Style’s summer travel guide to the Big Apple.

This season, several new hotels are slated to open in Toronto, giving the city’s current accommodations a run for their money. With the opening of three new hotels in the coming weeks, those who are visiting Toronto (whether for business or pleasure) will have some new options. From the recently opened and restored Broadview Hotel to the luxurious Toronto X, here are a trio of upcoming hotels that are expected to open up shop in the 6ix. 

Goderich Ontario is a small community in a part of the province known as Ontario’s west coast. Those who speak of it typically have traveled up the coast of Lake Huron from Grand Bend to Sauble Beach, talk about the tornado of 2011 that devastated the downtown core or bring up the historic Gaol or the unique downtown square. There is so much more to the town that is celebrating its 190th this year though, and if you are looking for a relaxing weekend getaway, here’s what you need to know about what is often referred to as the Prettiest Town in Canada.