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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.
Through a child's eye: The Canadian Museum for Human Rights
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights' temporary exhibit ARTiculate Our Rights is the perfect reason for parents to bring curious minds on a visit to learn how art is a vision for human rights and a voice for change.
2022 guide to craft sales and markets in Manitoba
Craft show season is here which means you can shop handcrafted goods from hundreds of local vendors in preparation for the holiday season. Did we miss your sale? Send an email to bsewards@travelmanitoba.com to get added to the list.
10 Manitoba cabins, B&Bs and unique stays that are open year-round
Stunning getaways are a year-round thing in Manitoba. Whether you're looking for the perfect fall getaway or a cozy wintertime hibernation stay, check out these 10 cabins, B&Bs and unique stays that are open for bookings for every season.
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.
Your next vacation is at a research station in the wilds of Manitoba's subarctic
If your idea of a vacation tends to deviate from the norm of beach-lazing days, it’s time to clue into a total gem right here in Manitoba.
10 amazing hotels with pools and spas for your next trip to Manitoba in Fall & Winter
What is it about a pool or a spa that just screams, “vacation”?
Choose your own water-based vacay in Portage La Prairie
Escaping to the middle of the prairie is not typically where Manitobans go for a summer holiday by the water. Yet, a detour off the beaten track to Portage La Prairie proves to have lots of ways for families to cool off and have one splash of a time.
10 must-see attractions you need to experience in Winnipeg
Planning a trip to Winnipeg this year? No matter when you visit the city, you need to experience these 10 must-see attractions.
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....
Tours, characters and workshops highlight Parks Canada’s summer programs
How much does a blacksmith earn in 1852? Is that wild bergamot or prairie sage? What do I need to made candles from rendered beef tallow?
Rainbow Stage is a quintessential Manitoba summer experience
Did you know that Canada's largest and longest-running outdoor theatre is right here in Winnipeg? Rainbow Stage is opening its doors once again for an exciting season of open-air theatre.
Ripe for the picking: Manitoba’s berry boon
Manitoba’s annual crop of berries, saskatoons, raspberries and strawberries, come of age by late June. That’s also when legions of berry lovers hit fields across the province and harvest the sweet, luscious fruit for jams, pies and tarts. Enjoy a...
Let's go have a picnic: top spots for dining al fresco
Grab your picnic basket and blanket and hit the road on a day trip to one of these recommended picnic spots.
6 wonders of Manitoba's north
In all its incredible vastness, northern Manitoba is home to some of the most remarkable landmarks and landscapes in the province.
Ultimate dinosaurs! Meet new fossilized friends at Manitoba Museum
Is there a dinosaur fan in your family? The one who asks for yet another dinosaur book, doesn’t mind watching dino documentaries over and over and wants a dinosaur on their birthday cake?
11 golf courses just outside Winnipeg sure to boost your handicap (or at least your farmer's tan)
It's not uncommon for golfers to get into a bit of a funk. Whether the swing's slicing, or your putts just aren't dropping, or you're tired of the same old holes on the same old course – a change of scenery is crucial to a golfer's morale (or at least...
10 must-dos to add to your summer explorer checklist
Here in Manitoba, every summer weekend is dedicated to the pursuit of adventure and fun.
Go north on your next adventure! 10 things to do in beautiful Flin Flon & Cranberry Portage
Summer in Manitoba is notoriously short, and while there's much to explore, why not take the road less travelled and set your sights on the pristine northern part of the province?
Prepare for takeoff! 3 day trips to take with your Manitoba Flight Pass
Soar to new heights with the Manitoba Flight Pass. The mobile savings pass bundles admissions at a discount to three aviation museums throughout Manitoba.
Festivals are back! 10 amazing Manitoba festivals + events to check out this summer
Festival-goers can celebrate once again as a number of exciting events get ready to make their return this summer in Manitoba.
5 Manitoba camping tips that will make your stay under the stars even better
When you live for the summer, yearn to spend time in the outdoors and want to explore as many new places as possible, camping might just be the best way to go.
Out for a weekend in Winnipeg
Road trips in the family minivan were a staple of my childhood. While we might not have the minivan, my girlfriend and I figured it was about time we made some family memories of our own—so we packed up her four-year-old daughter Lily and an alarming...
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...
10 Manitoba 'field trips' to take this spring and summer
Do you remember the excitement you felt on field trip day? It was all about spending the entire day with your schoolmates, away from the usual classroom setting.
TRIP rebate: Hotel stay ideas for friends, families, couples and adventurers
Between May 6 and 16, stay at participating hotels, lodges and resorts in Manitoba and you could receive up to $100 in rebates! Plus, visit nearby participating attractions for 50% off admission.
Thompson’s obscure wilderness offers fresh perspectives on paradise
It seems like a world away, far removed from the bright lights of Winnipeg and Manitoba’s populated south. Thompson is one of those places you hear about in conversation with others who have lived there, or travelled for work, but it’s not one of those...
Manitoba fall road trips: Winnipeg Family Vacation
What is the secret to the perfect family vacation in Winnipeg? Loads of kid-approved activities, a handful of ways to spend time outdoors, a splash of hotel fun and a dash of adults-only options when you’re ready to leave the kids with the grandparents...
Manitoba road trips: Follow the Yellowhead Highway
The Yellowhead Highway is an interprovincial highway connecting Manitoba with its western neighbours. Its name comes from the Yellowhead Pass, the route chosen through the Rockies. Crossing into Manitoba, the Yellowhead is Highway 16 until it meets with...
Manitoba road trips: Water, water everywhere
Boasting 100,000+ lakes and waterways, Manitoba has no shortage of adventures, attractions and communities to draw visitors close to shore. This scenic road trip offers some of the best vistas of Canadian Shield wilderness along the mighty Winnipeg River,...
9 stunning stays to experience this summer in Manitoba
When it’s time to get away from it all, Manitoba makes it easy with these stunning summer stays.
10 winter date ideas for romance in Manitoba
February may be the month of love, but it's important to keep romance alive all winter long. Warm the heart of your special someone with these 10 date ideas for the coldest months of the year.
10 restaurants you need to try this winter in Manitoba
Stay warm and well-fed this winter by dining in or out from some of Manitoba's best restaurants. Here are 10 we think you should add to your list before the season is through, along with some fun activities to do near each restaurant.
Finding your winter "peace" in Manitoba
It feels like we keep saying this, but it's been a long year. I know, it's only January, but you know what I'm talking about. As a result, 2022 will be the year to ground yourself, find your peace, and take care of your mind, body, and spirit. With winter...
10 fun things to do in Manitoba this winter that are NOT in Winnipeg
Don't let winter skate by without a little adventure throughout the province. From picturesque trails to thrilling downhill ski hills, it's time to add these destinations to your list -- all of which are outside of Winnipeg.
Buy the Manitoba Craft Brew Pass
This mobile pass offers you the chance to try Manitoba's best breweries all at a discount to you!
How to take a mountain getaway this winter without leaving Manitoba
No need to head west to the Rockies for that family winter holiday. Head to Manitoba's mountain - Riding Mountain, that is - to find tons of fun in the snow, as well as cozy hygge vibes.
10 fun winter adventures to have in Manitoba in 2022
Winter is here and with it comes the opportunity to get outside and make the most of the season. Whether you choose ice fishing, skiing, snowboarding or tubing, we have 10 exciting adventures you must experience in Manitoba this winter.
Winnipeg is a shopper’s paradise
For some, a great weekend away from it all includes one thing and one thing only: shopping. Sound familiar? If so, it’s time to take a drive to a little hidden gem you may or may not already be familiar with: Winnipeg. From specialty boutique shops to big...
5 things you need to know about viewing the northern lights in Churchill, Manitoba
Would it surprise you to learn that Manitoba is among the best places on Earth to experience one of the world's great natural wonders? Standing alongside The Grand Canyon, the Great Barrier Reef and Mount Everest is the humble Aurora Borealis. Well, maybe...
Hands-on history at the St. Pierre Museum
Being able to participate in an experience goes a long way in learning, understanding and enjoying a tour. That’s exactly what these two tours at the St. Pierre Museum provide—a hands-on approach to history and food.
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