2016 Tour Operator Manual

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1 2016 Tour Operator Manual

2 Resorts of Ontario Tour Operator Manual for 2016 Table of Contents 3 Greetings from Resort Country 4 Experiences at an Ontario Resort 5 FOBBA Launching new product 6 Ontario Map Participating Resorts 13 Self Drive Itineraries 16 Contact Information 2016 Passport Participants Page Number Open Year Number of Hrs from To- Resort Type Dining/ Self Catering Limited Handi- Air Condition- Bayview Wildwood RL Beachwood Resort RL Blue Mountain RH The Briars Resort RH Carriage Ridge Resort RH Elmhirst s Resort CR Fern Resort RL Forks in the Trail Bed and Breakfast BB Glen House Resort RL Hockley Valley RH Inn on the Moraine Bed and Breakfast BB Killarney Lodge RL Queen s Landing Guest House BB Rocky Crest RH Severn Lodge RL Sleepy Hollow Bed and Breakfast BB Westwind Inn RL 2

3 Greetings from Resort Country! Our beautiful province Ontario, means, Land of Shining waters We have a network of 130 unique resorts located in spectacular natural settings with most of these accommodations situated lakeside. These resorts range from moderate to luxurious, offering unlimited fun and exciting experiences for family holidays, romantic escapes, specialty getaways and much more! Our accommodations are a rich choice of rustic to modern, with a broad range of traditional to distinctive styles such as resort, condominium, cabins, cottages and lodge accommodations. This manual includes descriptions on all participating properties, images of the resorts, technical details on accommodation, size, resort type, facilities and amenities. Websites are also provided as a further resource tool. The resorts featured in this 2016 Passport have provided us with net rates. Resorts of Ontario are your resource for information and ideas on our resort experiences, the provision of customized routes, high resolution images. Your one stop communication service. Our organization was formed in The legacy of Resorting began well over 100 years ago, with our resorts and their locations inspiring memorable holidays and getaways. These resorts are easily accessible from major city centers. We look forward to working closely with you as our trade partners. Please feel free to contact either myself, or Mary McIsaac in our office for further information. Warm regards, Grace Grace Sammut Managing Director, Resorts of Ontario

4 Experiences Family Fun Filled Getaways for Families. We re Specialists in the family business. Fishing Fabulous fishing resorts for avids, for fun, for guy time and family time. Romance Perfect environments and destinations, for couples and romantic escapes. Adventure We have the great outdoors for the adventure you re seeking! Food Lovers Everything from in room picnics to exceptional cuisine. Golf Link Lovers. Executive to Professional golf courses Attractions Lots of amazing things to see and do. Group Fun Special interest...discoveries Spa For Mind, Body and Soul, the perfect place for a great spa experience. 130 Resorts with 1,000 s of Resort Experiences

5 FOBBA is the professional Association representing the Bed & Breakfast Industry in Ontario. Their members are inspected, approved and star rated, and agree to adhere to a high set of consistent standards defining cleanliness, comfort, quality, safety and hospitality. Resorts of Ontario and the Federation of Bed and Breakfast Accommodation have entered into an Alliance effective Resorts of Ontario provides administrative and some marketing expertise and services to the FOBBA organization. We are pleased to announce that we will be introducing B & B Product into the Passport for

6 Province of Ontario L N C O E H A G D B F Q I P J K M Participating Resorts Bayview Wildwood Beachwood Resort Blue Mountain Resort The Briars Resort Carriage Ridge Resort Elmhirst s Resort Fern Resort Forks in the Trail B&B Glen House Resort Map Location A B C D E F G H I Participating Resorts Map Location Hockley Valley Resort J Inn on the Moraine K Killarney Lodge L Queen s Landing Guest House M Rocky Crest Golf Resort N Severn Lodge O Sleepy Hollow B&B P Westwind Inn Q

7 Dianne Hounsome Bayviewwildwood.com Four Season Resort in the historic Village of Port Stanton on beautiful Sparrow Lake, offering 1 5 bedroom units, most with balcony/deck facing the lake. Great for families, couples, social groups and meetings. Wide range of accommodations including rooms, suites, waterfront cottages and historic houses. Family Romance Fishing Foodies Each unit has a fridge, hairdryer, coffee maker, Free in room Wi Fi. Most units have balcony or deck facing the lake. Free Parking Krista Morgan info@beachwoodresort.com Situated on 1400 ft of prime Lower Buckhorn Lake shoreline with 330 acres of trails, woods and wildlife surrounding us. You will find activities for everyone along with a variety of lakeside lodgings main lodge suites, lakeside cottages and condos all available with flexible plans. Family Romance Fishing Foodies Enjoy a delightful meal at Frederick s while taking in an exceptional view of the lake. All units have stove, refrigerator, microwave, dishes, pots, cutlery, coffee maker, tea towels, dish soap, 4 pc baths, bed linen, colour TV, electric heat or forced air furnace. 4 bedroom cottages have 1 & 1/2 baths. 7

8 Mark Rich Village at Blue Mountain Located at the heart of the Village at Blue, accommodation consists The Grand Georgian, Season at Blue, Weider Lodge. Full access to indoor and outdoor hot tubs, indoor pool, sauna, fully equipped fitness area and games room. Stroll down cobblestone streets while visiting unique shops and restaurants. Choose from Inn Rooms, Village Studios and Luxury Suites. Family Romance Golf Foodies Adventure Spa Restaurants, Bar & Lounge, Dining Room, Fireplace, In Room Coffee Maker, Internet Room, Concierge Service, shuttle service around the village. Hugh Sibbald Centrally located, an easy drive from Toronto Canada's Pearson airport, The Briars is the perfect destination for your next getaway, meeting or event at any time of year. Relax with a luxurious Spa treatment, take in a game of golf, splash in one of our pools or work out in the gym or on the trails. The Briars captivating marriage of traditional country inn warmth with an extensive lakeside resort and spa. Choose from: Guest Rooms, most with balcony, some with fireplace and wet bar, garden or lake view. Dining Room, Bar & Lounge, Live Entertainment, Full Spa Treatments, In room Fireplace, Coffee Maker, Internet Room, Movie/Game room. Family Romance Foodies Golf Spa 8

9 Liz Hurley Located only 1 Hour North of Toronto, Carriage Ridge Resort is the perfect favourite choice for family vacations, golf & ski getaways and romantic retreats in Horseshoe Valley. Choose from: Condo Suites, Resort Suites, 2 bedroom Suites. Full kitchens, jacuzzi tubs and fireplace. Large screen TV with DVD players. Family Romance Golf Adventure In room fireplace,, toaster, coffee maker, bar fridge, microwave, large screen TV, DVD players, Anne Marshall elmr@elmhirst.com Spread over 240 acres, the Resort, caters to an international market year round the fields are grazed by Black Angus Beef cattle bred and raised for the dining room; free range chickens produce the eggs for the kitchen; vegetable and herb gardens.our wine cellar features premium Canadian wines not readily available in liquor stores. Superior Waterfront and Deluxe Cottages Family Romance Foodies Adventure Fishing Spa Spa & Wellness, Indoor/Outdoor Pool, Beach, Full Kitchen Facilities, Whirlpool, Sauna, Movie, Games Room, Fine Dining & Pub Style Restaurant, Internet Room 9

10 Mark Downing With a mile and a half of lakeshore, Fern's facilities are surprisingly central. Our location is only the backdrop to our friendly staff providing caring service. 105 spacious and tastefully appointed rooms and suites. All have fireplaces and most have decks with a lake view. All units are consistently appointed and each accommodation style has its special characteristics that make it unique. Rooms & Suites all with Fireplaces. Most have decks with a lake view Family Romance Fishing Foodies Internet Café, The Heritage Dining Room, fireplace, most have decks with a lake view, in room coffee maker. Spa, Indoor/outdoor pool, Beach, Children s Program. David Seal info@glenhouseresort.com Enjoy comfortable rooms, beautiful gardens and island view scenery with superb gourmet food and a memorable dining experience. We offer all the technological necessities and services and amenities you would expect at a luxury modern city hotel but located in our scenic 1000 islands riverfront setting. A variety of accommodation styles including 2 bedroom chalets, Jacuzzi suites, riverfront deluxe rooms and basic non riverview rooms.. Spa, Indoor/Outdoor Pool, Restaurant, Bar & Lounge, Fireplace, In room Coffee Maker, Whirlpool/ Sauna, Internet Room Family Romance Golf Spa 10

11 Shannon Smith Located in some of Ontario's most picturesque countryside, yet only 45 minutes from Toronto, Hockley Valley Resort is a year round resort that prides itself on exceeding customer expectations. Over 100 guest rooms, award winning Dining onsite. Choose from suites, studio, premier resort room and deluxe rooms Family Romance Foodies Adventure Golf Spa Dining, Indoor and Outdoor Pools, Dry Sauna, Hot Tub, Fitness Room, 8,000 sq ft spa Eric Miglin info@killarneylodge.com KillarneyLodge.com Well cared for private, spacious and beautifully decorated log or knotty pine cabins situated at the water s edge. Each cabin faces the water and includes the use of a canoe, which waits just outside your door. Lodging includes three delicious meals daily. Star filled night skies are something to marvel at, as are some spectacular sunrises and sunsets over the lake. Family Romance Fishing Foodies Private lakeside cabins, tastefully furnished in charming, Canadian country style. Cozy wood stove in their guest lounge where coffee, tea, fresh fruit and snacks are always available. Waterside deck and boat dock. 11

12 Michael Simonett Located on the shores of magnificent Lake Joseph in beautiful Muskoka; Rocky Crest Golf Resort is a full service resort with luxury accommodations, a variety of fine dining venues, health spa, world class golfing and extensive meeting, conferences and wedding facilities, all in a spectacular lakeside setting. Choose from Suites, Lofts, Villas, Cabins and Cottages. Family Romance Foodies Adventure Golf Spa Outdoor pools, hut tub, fitness room, canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, stand up paddle boards, water park, tennis courts and more. Wireless internet, tea and coffee service, comp. daily newspaper. Rick Breckbill info@severnlodge.on.ca One of the few remaining traditional historic Muskoka resorts located in the Georgian Bay lake district. Over the years Severn Lodge has gained a well earned reputation for delicious meals, popular wines and gracious country hospitality. Choose from: cottages, multi unit lodge style buildings, each with their own private lakeside entrance, hotel rooms, and two bedroom suites. Family Romance Fishing Foodies Sandy beach, outdoor pool, whirlpool spa, dining room, bar, lounge, children s program, baby sitting, evening entertainment and internet services. 12

13 Inga Gallacher WestwindInn.net Discover Ontario s natural Kawartha Highland wilderness with towering pines, pink granite rock & rugged landscapes with abundant wildlife all in a pristine natural habitat. A country inn getaway surrounded by crown land with endless biking, hiking and boating opportunities at your door! Choose from standard and upgraded rooms Romance Fishing Foodies Dining room, hot tub sauna, main lobby, lakeside boathouse lounge. Bed and Breakfast Members Doug Frost info@forksinthetrail.com Forksinthetrail.com Welcome to the Forks in the Trail Bed and Breakfast, an extraordinary 100 acre estate nestled in Horseshoe Valley (between Barrie and Orillia) and near the Ganaraska Trail. Custom built, the home is a blend of wood and stone featuring local artistry. The interior architecture was carefully crafted to captivate your senses with the breathtaking views of the surrounding Simcoe County Forest and the beauty of our own private trails. All rooms provide exceptional comfort with private bathrooms and verandahs. Healthy breakfasts feature our own maple syrup and jams. Romance Foodies Empty Nesters 13

14 Diane Tolstoy Nestled under a canopy of 150+ year old trees and the rolling hills of Caledon, the Inn is completely private and provides ample indoor and outdoor space to relax and enjoy nature, especially great for those who love 'birding'. With several outdoor sitting and dining areas, a pond and wildlife refuge, the Inn is ideal for getting back to the country... while only 45 minutes away is the major city of Toronto. The Inn presently offers a 1200 sq foot two bedroom suite with queen beds, phone, wireless internet, clock/radio, robes; connected to an entertainment/lounge area with pool table, large screen TV, bar fridge and washroom (with toiletries and hair dryer). 24 hour coffee/tea self serve in the Breakfast Nook. Romance Empty Nesters Bed and Breakfast Members William and Brian Skipper bwskipper@rogers.com Queens Landing Guest House have been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by FOBBA, and rated as No. 1 by Trip Advisor reviews. This 3,500 square foot home built by Jacob Baetz, of Baetz Furniture Canada, has warmth, charm and character. Built in 1920, our Bed and Breakfast features ten foot ceilings, large porches, stained glass windows, etched french doors, hardwood floors and walnut trim. Located in the Civic Center Heritage district, we are a ten minute walk to theater, museums, government offices, entertainment. Waterloo and St. Jacobs are only 10 minutes away by car. Romance Empty Nesters Guests are welcome throughout the home's porches, gardens, sun room, kitchen, dining and fireplace parlor room. Guests are offered a full breakfast, fresh homemade baking, local jams, fruit and cereals daily. 14

15 Don & Marion Matthews Nestled between Kingston and Brockville in Gananoque, the Canadian Gateway to the Thousand Islands. Built in 1905, Sleepy Hollow is a three story mansion, complete with a turret and wraparound porch a perfect place to escape, relax, or arrange a special get together...like a wedding! Romance Empty Nesters Sleepy Hollow, boasts an extensive, elegant living room, a plentiful library, a formal dining room, a pool table on the second floor landing, and central air conditioning for your enjoyment and comfort. 15

16 Self Drive Itinerary Alqonquin/Muskoka Lake Route 8 This tour features the grandeur of Algonquin Park and the famous Muskoka Lake region, showcasing a landscape of sparking lakes, rivers and towering pines. A highlight is the Algonquin Park with its rich history and the mystique of the wilderness preserve, the rugged Haliburton Highlands leading in to the Kawartha Lake region Resorts Featured Hockley Valley Queen s Landing B&B Bayview Wildwood Beachwood Resort Elmhirst s Resort The Briars Resort Fern Resort Killarney Lodge Rocky Crest Resort Attraction Highlights A Algonquin Park B Muskoka Lakes Navigation, the oldest steamship in North America C Cranberry Marsh and Festival D Petroglyphs Provincial Park E Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Preserve, Wolf Centre and Walk in the Cloud Canopy Tour F Casino Rama G Santa s Village H St. Jacobs Market

17 Self Drive Itinerary Muskoka/Georgian Bay Route This tour encircles the majestic Georgian Bay tracing parts of the Niagara Escarpment up the Bruce Trail, depicting the rugged landscape of the Canadian Shield. This route is a gateway to the north, highlighting amazing resorts along the way Blue Mountain Severn Lodge Rocky Crest Killarney Lodge Bayview Wildwood Fern Resort Carriage ridge Hockley Valley Forks in the Trail Inn on the Morraine Attraction Highlights A. Blue Mountain Village B Scenic Caves C The Niagara Escarpment and Bruce Trail which are both famous for hiking D Wasaga Beach F. Muskoka Lake Winery G Algonquin Park

18 Self Drive Itinerary Eastern Ontario Route 6 The Eastern Ontario Route draws in the captivating Thousand Island region starting at the St Lawrence River towards the Capital Region north, highlighting amazing resorts along the way. This route can be adjusted to encompass other regions in the Province Resorts Featured Westwind Inn Elmhirst s Resort Beachwood Resort Glen House Resort Sleepy Hollow B&B Killarney Lodge Fern Resort Attraction Highlights A. Historic Museums B 1000 Islands C Boat Tours D Upper Canada Village E Confederation Tour Trolley F. Capital of Canada G. Petroglyphs

19 Contact Information: 29 Albert Street North Orillia, Ontario L3V 5J9 Grace Sammut, Managing Director Mary McIsaac, Marketing Coordinator Phone: Fax: Toll Free: ResortsofOntario.com