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10 Things to Do in Manitoba: May 11 to 17
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
The long weekend ahead gives this week a little more room to work with. Spend it shopping, visiting new communities or ease into a slower pace outside the city. Here are 10 things to do this week in Manitoba!
Paddling Routes in Manitoba for Every Skill Level
Estimated Read Time: 11 minutes
Savour the Flavours of Western Manitoba: 13 Places to Eat in Brandon
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
History, Culture and Food: A Day in the Riel Region
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
From start to finish, morning to night, the Riel Region delivers on history, culture, delicious eats and friendly faces. Spanning the neighbourhoods of St. Norbert, St. Vital and St. Boniface, this itinerary explores the birthplace of Manitoba, traces its...
14 Scenic Viewpoints for Waterfalls and Rapids Across Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Manitoba is home to over 100,000 lakes and waterways, prime for paddling, swimming, fishing and lounging beach-side in nearly every corner of the province. All that water creates spectacular waterfalls and tumbling rapids that are well worth the detour.
10 Unique Airbnbs to Check Out in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
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...
Give an Unforgettable Experience this Mother’s Day
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Mother’s Day can look a little different for everyone. It might mean celebrating a parent, a caregiver, a guardian, a relative, a friend, your chosen family or honouring the memory of someone special. At its heart, it’s about spending time together with...
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: May 4 to 10
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
Spring fun is showing up in a few different corners of Manitoba this week. Get on the road and see where it takes you. Get a last-minute Mother's Day gift at a market or stop in a small town for a small getaway during the week. Here are 10 things to do...
Missed the Booking Rush? 17 Manitoba Campgrounds to Try This Summer
Estimated Read Time: 10 minutes
The mid-April booking rush for Manitoba’s provincial parks has officially wrapped up and camping season is just around the corner. If you missed out on your first-choice spot, don’t hang up your gear just yet. From last-minute cancellations to hidden...
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: April 27 to May 3
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
Spring is taking hold across Manitoba, bringing brighter days and fresh energy to get out and explore. This week’s events stretch from Winnipeg to Clear Lake and north to Cranberry Portage, offering everything from outdoor adventures and live performances...
Winnipeg Foodie Guide: Top 3 French Restaurants to Try on Your Next Night Out
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
In Winnipeg, some spots stand out for their cuisine first and foremost, with an atmosphere that enhances the experience. That’s exactly what you’ll find at these three French destinations: a creperie inspired by western France, a brewery where beer is...
Experience Manitoba's Métis Culture in French: Beadwork, Capote and Genuine Encounters
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
In Manitoba, Métis culture is not something to be observed from far away. It is something to be experienced, with your hands deep in beads, around a table, in French. From St. Boniface to Ste. Genevieve, French-speaking Métis craftswomen welcome you to...
Easy Ways to Explore Manitoba When Gas Prices Are High
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
When gas prices spike, travel plans can feel like the first thing to go. But here’s the good news: exploring Manitoba doesn’t have to mean long drives or big spending.
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,...
Giant pumpkins, sturgeon and more: 8 amazing roadside attractions to discover on your next road trip
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When it comes to roadside attractions, bigger is always better! From Roland to La Riviere, explore the Pembina Valley with these eight larger than life monuments and statues.
5 Must-Visit Museums in Manitoba
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There’s a moment in every great museum when time softens around you. One moment you’re beside a prehistoric giant, the next you’re immersed in a different era. Across Manitoba, museums don’t just share history, they invite you to experience it, moving...
10 Things to Do in Manitoba: April 20 to 26
Estimated Read Time: 3 minutes
This week has some range to it. Laugh until your stomach hurts at a comedy set, try a new hands-on workshop, spend time exploring the outdoors or find your next food spot in the province. Here are 10 things to do this week in Manitoba!
It's Easy Being Green: 9 Eco-Focused Travel Experiences in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Across Manitoba, sustainable travel takes shape through experiences designed with care. Eco-conscious operators are creating ways to explore that help minimize your impact, so your stay, your tour or even a festival weekend helps protect the places you’ve...
Beyond central St. Boniface: exploring Norwood and Old St. Vital
How long has it been since you explored a neighbourhood other than your own? Add some adventure into your weekend as we guide you through some of Winnipeg's best neighbourhoods. This blog post features businesses in the Norwood and Old St. Vital areas.
For the Love of Earth Day! 23 Awesome Facts about Nature & Wildlife in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
From subarctic wildlife to ancient landscapes shaped by ice, Manitoba is full of natural wonders that surprise and inspire. These 23 facts highlight just how diverse and fascinating this province can be. Know a fun fact about Manitoba? Email us at...
The Ultimate Guide to Drive Ins You Must Visit This Summer in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Summer is meant for adventure, and sometimes that adventure is as simple as heading out on the highway in search of some amazing drive in food beyond Winnipeg. How many of these drive in (and drive-in-esque) establishments can you visit this year?
11 Storytellers of Turtle Island: Indigenous Experiences You Can Learn From
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
From quiet moments around the beading table to heart-racing adventures on the sub-Arctic landscape, Indigenous storytellers bring history and culture to life for the most transformative kind of travel experiences.
10 Amazing Hotels with Pools and Spas for Your Next Trip to Manitoba
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Whether you’re heading down the road for a staycation, venturing out to a new city or visiting Manitoba for the first time, there’s nothing like booking THAT hotel with the rooftop pool or the luxury spa on-site. You won’t regret treating yourself to a...
7 RV Parks in Manitoba That Go Beyond the Campsite
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
There’s no doubt about it: Manitoba and RVing go hand in hand. With highways that stretch toward the horizon and a backyard full of forests, beaches, lakes and open prairie, there’s always a new view waiting just outside your window. These RV parks pack...
Find Passion for History and Art in St. Boniface
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Every good day starts with a warm beverage and a freshly baked pastry. And there's no better place to begin a day of city exploration than in St. Boniface.
5 Reasons Clearwater Lake Provincial Park is One of Manitoba's Best Kept Secrets
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
If you haven’t yet discovered Clearwater Lake Provincial Park, consider this your sign. Tucked away in northern Manitoba, this under-the-radar destination surprises visitors with its crystal-clear, turquoise water, quiet boreal beauty and endless...
Indigenous Foodie Experiences to Have in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
From traditional recipes to modern fusion, you’ll find numerous Indigenous-owned and operated restaurants in Manitoba. Here are a few for your next foodie adventure!
5 Awesome Summer Stays in Manitoba (And What to Do at Each)
Estimated Read Time: 6 minutes
Looking for the perfect place to stay this summer in Manitoba? Whether you're craving forest solitude, lakeside lounging or urban getaways, this province is packed with unforgettable places to rest your head. From cozy cabins to contemporary city stays,...
5 Winnipeg Neighbourhoods You Want to Explore
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Whether you're visiting Manitoba's capital city from out of town or you're a local eager to plan a staycation, explore these neighbourhoods to have a top-notch Winnipeg experience.
9 Stunning Stays to Experience This Summer in Manitoba
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When it’s time to get away from it all, Manitoba makes it easy with these stunning summer stays.
9 Indigenous Experiences You Must Have This Summer in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
From powerful powwows to natural wonders that will move you to the core, Indigenous experiences abound in Manitoba. Be inspired! And make this the season you adventure into a greater understanding of our shared histories and unique cultures.
9 Ways to Combine Adventure with Great Food in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 8 minutes
Manitoba offers a tapestry of flavours to tantalize your taste buds. Add in a dash of adventure and you're sure to work up an appetite! Whether you prefer food cooked over the campfire, hot and fresh out of a wood-fired oven or served in style poolside,...
9 Incredible Spots to Camp in Northern Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Under the vast, open skies of the north, find rugged beauty that stretches as far as the eye can see. Whether you're tenting, glamping or travelling with a camper in tow, these northern campgrounds offer everything you could want in a summer camping trip:...
8 Patios to Get You Outside the Perimeter This Summer
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Manitobans know a thing or two about patio season... While it's easy to assume that all the best spots are found in Winnipeg, there are plenty of outstanding options beyond the city limits, too. There are a number of spots around the province where you...
10 Icons of Manitoba's North
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
North of the 53rd parallel is a region of Manitoba that is as vast as it is diverse. When planning your visit to northern Manitoba this summer, be sure to visit a few of these icons that define this remote and stunningly beautiful part of the province.
12 Things to Do in Beautiful Flin Flon & Cranberry Portage in Northern Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Summer in Manitoba is the perfect season to take the road less travelled, hit the highway and set your sights on this pristine part of the province.
12 Summer Festivals You Can't Miss in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
In one summer, you can dance your folkin’ heart out at the famous Winnipeg Folk Festival, witness an epic Viking battle at Islendingadagurinn, learn about cultures from around the world at Folklorama and so much more. Here are 12 summer festivals you just...
A Churchill Calendar: When to See What
Churchill, an isolated town in Manitoba’s north along the Hudson Bay coastline, is a magnet for outdoor adventurers and nature lovers. Experiencing Churchill’s natural wonder trilogy – kayaking with belugas, chasing the northern lights and seeing polar...
6 Trendy Spots in the Exchange for Your Next Friday Night Tipple
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
Now and then, it’s nice to grab a few friends for a self-guided tour of some of the best bars in the city. With so many places around Winnipeg to choose from, we thought it best to narrow the list down to the Exchange District.
Why the Fort Garry Hotel is Perfect for an Urban Escape
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
You don’t have to travel far to feel as though you’re on vacation! Winnipeg’s Fort Garry Hotel is the perfect place for an urban escape, romantic weekend or mini-break. Opened in 1913, this historic hotel is one of the city's most iconic buildings, a...
12 Refreshing Lakes to Take a Dip in This Summer in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 5 minutes
Whether you prefer to dive right in, drop oh-so-carefully into an inner tube or lower yourself into the water in the most painstaking manner (we all agree the stomach is the hardest part, right?), our cool and crisp lakes beckon you to take a dip. Here...
11 Must-See Winnipeg Attractions to Experience This Summer
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
Planning a trip to Winnipeg this summer? Our capital city is home to a number of lively festivals and events all summer long. But no matter what brings you to Winnipeg, these 11 attractions shouldn’t be missed during your stay.
5 Eateries Worth the Drive (That You Can Only Experience in Summer)
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
It’s no secret that Manitoba is filled with delicious places to eat. Why not plan your next road trip around some tasty spots that are only available in the summer season?
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...
Birdwatching in Manitoba: Where to Spot Rare Birds This Spring
Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes
With three major migration corridors and more than 390 bird species recorded, Manitoba is one of Canada's top birding destinations. From vast grasslands to boreal forests, subarctic tundra to sprawling wetlands, the province’s varied landscapes welcome a...
Where to Find Sauna and Nordic Spa Experiences in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 7 minutes
After a day hiking through boreal forest, paddling a quiet lake or exploring a prairie town, few things feel better than stepping into the warmth of a sauna. Across Manitoba, sauna culture is growing quickly with experiences that range from Nordic spa...
50 Kid-Approved Spring Break Adventures in Manitoba
Estimated Read Time: 10 minutes
Get ready for some family fun this spring break in Manitoba! Whether you choose to stay close to home or venture out on a road trip, there’s plenty to keep kids busy in the province when school’s out. From special museum programming to outdoor adventures...
