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Dennis Fast

50 Things to Do This Spring in Manitoba

With longer days and warmer weather, our province comes alive with things to do in spring. From fun festivals to beautiful hikes to patio dining, this is a great season for exploring the best of what Manitoba has to offer. Let's get into it with 50 things to do this spring in Manitoba! Read List

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10 Amazing Hotels with Pools and Spas for Your Next Trip to Manitoba in Fall and Winter

What is it about a pool or a spa that just screams, “vacation”?

Explore These 7 Winter Trails in Clear Lake Country with Hike Manitoba

Clear Lake Country has quickly become a destination for winter adventure.

5 Winnipeg Neighbourhoods You Want to Explore During the Cool Seasons

Whether you're visiting Manitoba's capital city from out of town or you're a local eager to plan a staycation, here are the neighbourhoods you should explore to have a top Winnipeg experience.

Feast on Food, Flavour and the Magic of Migration

There’s something truly magical about watching thousands of Canada Geese converge at the same place and time. A Sunset Goose Flight at FortWhyte Alive makes for an unforgettable night full of food, flavour and the magic of migration.

Flavours and Foliage: How to Spend a Fall Day in Southern Manitoba

Fall colours paint southern Manitoba as the leaves turn shades of orange and gold. Crisp air hits your lungs as you wrap your hands around a cool drink. An idyllic pairing for this autumn season in Manitoba. Start off your day with a cool breeze on your...

Sip and Snack Your Way Through A Manitoba-Made Picnic with Friends

This isn't your typical picnic in the park...or maybe it is? Spring, summer, autumn and every shoulder season in between, is a reason to get together. Have a quintessential Manitoba picnic in the park with custom charcuterie boards, fun in the sun, lawn...

Accessibility in Manitoba’s Provincial Parks

Manitoba’s provincial parks, with their stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems, offer a retreat into nature for everyone. Accessing these natural wonders can be a challenge for park visitors with different needs and abilities. Recognizing this,...

Fall Suppers: A Food Scene Cooler Than You Think

Harvest time on the prairies means Manitoba’s oldest culinary tradition comes alive: the fall supper. From mid-September to mid-November, rural churches and community halls open their doors and offer buffets of down-home cooking, served with a side of...

Unforgettable Family Fun at The Victoria Inn

Dino surprises, great food and waterslides = fun at the Victoria Inn!

Fall in Love With the Season and These Manitoba Farm Experiences

Fall + harvest = the perfect time to head to the farm. Manitoba's agrarian roots are something special.

Seeking the Beauty of Fall? Spend the Weekend in Riding Mountain National Park

Fall comes but once a year, and one of the best places to experience it is in Riding Mountain National Park.

Campfire Stories: 5 of Manitoba’s Most Terrifying Tales and Legends

Gather 'round the flickering flame of the campfire and settle in for an evening of scares. Bring these terrifying tales on your next camping trip in Manitoba, and you're sure to feel a chill in the air over stories of ghosts, monsters, & aliens.

Stunningly Steinbach: Simmering in Style, Culture and Culinary Delight

Like a pot of schmauntfatt simmering on the stove, there's more than Mennonite history cooking in Steinbach. An eloquent bed and breakfast, divine culinary treasures, shops that are worth the drive, a fusion of artistic brewing and a cultural classic come...

Bikepacking Bliss: Manitoba’s Scenic Bike Trails

Did you know that Manitoba is home to an 885 km section of one of the longest, contiguous off-road bikepacking routes in the world?

Culture and Community: Jeudis Franco Thursdays in St. Boniface

Jeudis Franco Thursdays happens every Thursday during the summer with activities throughout the entire day. The best part of it all? You can choose your own adventure.

Your Next Memorable Weekend is at the Pineridge Hollow Summer Market

Summer is officially here and you’re ready to sit back, relax and make more memories. You’re looking for a fun weekend activity that you don’t need to think about or plan, you just need to show up and have a great time. You've found it! This is why your...

Top 5 Reasons to Visit the Assiniboine Park Zoo This Summer

What happens when you combine captivating creatures, behind-the-scenes experiences, larger-than-life exhibits and stops for tasty treats along the way? It's your family's mission to find out!

4 Fun Ways for Kids to Splish Splash this Summer

Summer + sun = splish splash fun. Make family memories by hitting the road, exploring corners of the province you've never been to for these wet 'n wild waterparks or floaty activities.

13 Unexpected Ideas to Help You Fill the Family Calendar this Summer

Summer time = family time. For those with young kids who need to keep busy, for the grandparent looking for new outing ideas to share with the little ones and for any caregivers in between, our list brings together the unexpected and perhaps new-to-you to...

Have a Weekend Staycation at The Forks in Winnipeg

Maybe you live in Winnipeg (and maybe have for your whole life) or maybe you live outside the city and are looking to shake things up--whichever it is, The Forks is an ideal spot to get away for a weekend. If you've never spent more than a few hours at a...

Savour the Flavours of Western Manitoba: 13 Places to Eat in Brandon

Brandon's dining scene has serious momentum, and visitors could plan an entire itinerary around which local restaurant to nosh at next. We can't list all the foodie joints in Manitoba's second-largest city but here are a few standouts offering creative...

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner in Winnipeg That Will Make You Say WOW

Winnipeg is a foodie city where you can - and should - expect to eat well. Whether you're a breakfast person, a lunch person, a dinner person, or all three, these are the spots you need to check out for a full day of eating in the 'Peg.

Manitoba Kid's Choice Pass: Adventures For The Whole Family

Check out the Manitoba Kid's Choice Pass to save on your museum visits with the whole family this summer.

Shore Lunch: The Ultimate Outdoor Meal in Manitoba

It takes but one match to start the fire, the tinder and kindling expertly arranged to look like the tiniest log cabin. Then comes a few boughs from a long-dead spruce and finally, freshly split tamarack deadfall collected from the bush. The fire is...

Where to Eat in Winnipeg in 2024

Winnipeg's vibrant culinary scene continues to garner national attention, with both new and much-loved hidden gems that should be on every gourmand's radar. Here's just a few sure bets in 2024 that are new or nationally notable.

How to Have a Farm-Filled Day Trip Just Beyond the Perimeter Highway

The one upside of being a Manitoban who does not own a cabin is that my family’s summer weekends are spent exploring the province. We often go on daytrips - a quick adventure past the perimeter around Winnipeg’s greater metropolitan region – to get a...

It's Easy Being Green: 7 Eco-Focused Travel Experiences in Manitoba

For some Manitoba tourism companies, being mindful of environmental impact is a big part of their identity.

10 Paddling Routes in Manitoba to Get You Started

Have you really experienced Manitoba if you haven't gone paddling? Home to over 100,000 lakes and waterways, Manitoba has paddling routes for every skill level, including beginners.

How to Celebrate Tourism Week in Manitoba

Get ready for new adventures! From April 15 to 19, National Tourism Week marks the perfect opportunity to discover hidden gems across the province and celebrate everything Manitoba has to offer. We’ve rounded up a few ways you can join in the celebration.

10 Unique Airbnbs to Check Out in Manitoba

We've all had a memorable stay, whether it was the location, the scenic views, the company you were with or the atmosphere and hospitality that made you feel at home. Here are 10 unique Airbnbs to check out in Manitoba that will bring magic, memories and...

The Windows, Walkways, and Walls of the Riel District

If windows, walkways, and walls could speak, what would they say? Imagine the words they have heard, the things they have seen, and the people they have met. Step back in time to the heart of humble and hard working history that is the Riel District....

Where To Find Pie on Pi Day in Manitoba

Today is PI day, and we’re here for the tasty celebration. March 14th, better known as 3.14 PI DAY. We’re talking sweet pies, savoury pies, meat pies, fruit pies, and the most roundest and proudest of the baking bunch. Which pie reigns supreme? We've...

Beyond the Beat: Finding A New Protest Song

Beyond the Beat: Music of Resistance and Change at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights showcases how music has played a crucial role in shaping and reflecting social and political movements throughout history.

How to Escape at South Beach Casino

Feeling the need to escape to warmer climates? A weekend away at South Beach Casino, just 30 minutes north of Winnipeg, allows you to travel to exotic locales without even leaving the province. Here's where you'll feel transported to when booking a stay...

Forest, Fortune & Flying Feathered Fisherman: A Day Trip from Lockport, to Brokenhead, to South Beach

I always love a good road trip, but I also love sleeping in my own bed. Thankfully in Manitoba, there are so many amazing and diverse places to visit - all just outside the perimeter - so people like me can have the best of both worlds. This trip’s got a...

5 Ways to Have an Adorable Day Trip with Your Bestie to the Town of Carman

Looking for the next great small town to explore in Manitoba? Carman, Manitoba is a gem of a community, known for its Country Fair and serene, dreamy streets.

Klar Sø Nordic Spa: Manitoba’s Newest Winter Destination

I’ve always adored the colder months – it’s a great time to slow down and give yourself permission to rest and relax.

Rally the Kids! Family Time in Portage la Prairie

Loaded with state-of-the-art facilities, Portage la Prairie shines when it comes to parks and recreation. From Manitoba’s largest indoor wave pool to a towering rock-climbing wall, the prairie city promises to delight every adventurer in your group.

In Your Self Care Era? Go to The Fort Garry Hotel

I'm in my self care era. And what says 'treat yourself' more than checking into a luxurious hotel and enjoying a weekend away from it all?

Selkirk: A Destination for Good Eats, Inspired Art and Great Shopping

It’s home to Chuck the Channel Catfish, the Marine Museum of Manitoba and a championship hockey team named The Steelers, and if you dig a little deeper, Selkirk has plenty more to offer. Spend a little time in the city on the banks of the Red River that...

5 More Obscure Winter Sports in Manitoba That You Need to Try

Manitobans really know how to embrace the snowy season. We just don't hibernate, we celebrate, right? When your heart needs warmth and excitement, here's a new list of obscure winter sports and competitions that you might not have heard of.

B is for Brandon, Bowling, Brews, and Breathtaking Views

Here are 8 reasons why Brandon will bring you back this winter season for more food, more fun and more reasons to stop in to stay awhile. Brandon has roots in not only agricultural history, but tourism growth that has stemmed from their hospitality and...

Gather Around For a Cabela's Family Campfire Cookout

It's time to gather around the flame! Who doesn't love bonfires? The ultimate family campfire cookout awaits. It's winter, and there's nothing more rejuvenating than getting out to play in the snow. Our friends at Cabela's know how to have a great time in...

Manitoba's Ultimate Soup Guide

It's Soup season! There's no doubt about that. There's comfort found coming in from the cold to a hot bowl of soup. You call on it when you need to warm up, are feeling under the weather, or want to satisfy your tastebuds. Soup is always there for you....

How to Weekend in the Wheat City

I thought I knew the Wheat City. With family roots in the fields of southwest Manitoba, I spent a fair amount of time in Brandon growing up: holiday breaks visiting cousins, an annual outing to the Royal Manitoba Winter Fair, and a handful of high school...