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Relaxing

Take it easy and unwind. Now is the perfect time to get outside and reap the mental and physical benefits of relaxing in the Great Lakes region.



When was the last time you did...nothing?


When did you last take a break, turn off your phone, and give your senses a rest from the overstimulation of every-day life? When did you last relax? For your next date, try a nice picnic or evening spent star-gazing. Listen to your favourite podcast or read your favourite book outside. Head out to the lakes and give yourself a well-deserved break!

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Whether you are looking for a fun family vacation by the beach or an adventurous portage through back-country, the Great Lakes offer something for everyone.

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