Meredith Hardie
Staff Writer
Meredith Hardie's articles
Put these best food cities in the U.S. on your bucket list
If you're hungry for inventive culinary delights and time-honoured delicacies, make a pit stop at the best food cities in the US.
Published: Tuesday 7th December 2021
What it's like to stay at the Frontenac Club in Kingston, Ontario
The Frontenac Club in Kingston has been renovated into one of Ontario's best boutique hotels. We've got all the details.
Published: Tuesday 9th November 2021
The ultimate guide to Kingston, Ontario
From haunted walks to farm-to-table dining and local craft beer, we've got the best things to eat, see and do in Kingston, Ontario.
Published: Tuesday 26th October 2021
The must-try places to eat and experience in Montreal
In lieu of a Euro vacation, we embark on the next best thing — a trip to Canada's foodie city. Here is everything you must see, do and fill your face with in Montreal.
Published: Tuesday 28th September 2021
Review: The June Motel, Sauble Beach
The June Motel has a heated pool, an indoor-outdoor restaurant and all the frosé you could ever need. Here's our review of Sauble Beach's latest arrival.
Published: Wednesday 1st September 2021
What to expect at Wander the Resort
Book in advance and bring your pack to Prince Edward County for a special staycation at Wander the Resort, a new lakeside, luxury cabin retreat with a private beach.
Published: Tuesday 31st August 2021
Hotel Review: The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Toronto
We packed our fanciest pjs and checked out Toronto's Ritz-Carlton Hotel where luxe amenities meet five-star hospitality for an unforgettable staycation.
Published: Tuesday 2nd February 2021
Hotel Review: the Drake Hotel
From the superlative suites to the in-house restaurant and the rooftop Sky Yard, the Drake Hotel on Queen West is the ideal spot for a Toronto staycation.
Published: Tuesday 24th November 2020
The 18 hiking essentials you need this fall
From Columbia's latest boot to a Garmin GPS smart watch, we've go the all-singing, all-dancing hiking gear you need this fall. Don't leave home without it.
Published: Monday 5th October 2020
San Lucas prison island turns into Costa Rica's newest national park
From prison to... National park? Costa Rica has transformed its renowned San Lucas Island prison into a park packed with hiking trails and top-notch facilities.
Published: Tuesday 29th September 2020
Trouble in Paradise? These Brazilian islands have some unusual COVID guidelines
Brazil's Fernando de Noronha islands are known for world class beaches, turquoise waters and now for only welcoming travellers who've had COVID-19. Here's what you need to know.
Published: Tuesday 22nd September 2020
Review: The Anndore House, Toronto
The Anndore House has better style than most people with its contemporary rooms, vintage vibes and inviting Mediterranean restaurant. Here's our review of Toronto's hippest boutique hotel for your next staycation.
Published: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Japan's latest tourist attraction: Tokyo's transparent public toilets
Pull out your iPhone, Tokyo's new transparent toilets are lighting up social media and breaking down barriers in Japan – plus they look really cool...
Published: Monday 31st August 2020
You can go on Indigenous travel experiences across Canada through Airbnb
Airbnb has partnered with the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada to launch unique Indigenous travel experiences from Ontario to Kamloops.
Published: Tuesday 25th August 2020
Caribbean, Mexico and Central America borders reopen: what you need to know right now
As COVID-19 restrictions loosen in some countries, international borders begin to reopen and tourism gets a fresh, sanitized start.
Published: Tuesday 18th August 2020
5 of the best road-trip-worthy restaurants near Toronto
Fill up the gas tank and your belly at some of the best road trip worthy restaurants just a short drive from Toronto.
Published: Tuesday 4th August 2020
The Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit is now open in Toronto
Gogh beyond the four corners of your apartment and check out Toronto's Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit.
Published: Tuesday 28th July 2020
Hotel X Toronto by Library Hotel Collection: hotel review
With stunning views and resort-standard amenities, design-led Hotel X Toronto makes for a sleek addition to the city – and if it's good enough for the NHL stars, it's good enough for us.
Published: Tuesday 21st July 2020
Airlines ban alcohol to help minimize the spread of COVID-19
In an effort to reduce the interaction between crew members and fellow passengers, the only alcohol heavily encouraged on planes right now is hand sanitizer.
Published: Tuesday 30th June 2020
Explore Ontario on a road trip this summer
Pile into the car and hit the open road on one of these weekend-getaway-worthy road trips just a short distance from Toronto. After all, Ontario is “yours to discover.”