Explore Ontario Hidden Gems & More
I’m a lady with a passion for Ontario travel and inspiring others to get out and explore local
Forget about travelling halfway across the globe to find magical waterfalls. Locals and visitors alike will find hundreds of waterfalls in Ontario! The most famous being, Niagara Falls. However, one of my favourites are...
Switzerland is famous for having the best of many things, but none more popular than the breathtaking Alps. Winter adventures are undoubtedly the most sought-after activity, especially when many ski resorts enjoy snow all...
True north strong and free! Canada is vast in its size and natural beauty. With a wealth of reasons to visit Canada, one of the top reasons is to experience its diverse landscapes. And...
We set out with a lofty goal. Hiking Eugenia Falls to Hoggs Falls in the middle of a frigid Ontario winter day. But, we were excited, pumped up on coffee, and perhaps a tad...
Imagine a place in Canada that is as far south as not only Northern California, but Barcelona, Spain. And it’s right here in Ontario! Point Pelee National Park is home to Canada’s most southern...
As evening descended I pulled into the Forest Motel & Woodland Retreat’s long drive. Getting out of the car I was welcomed by the sweet sounds of crickets singing their end of summer song,...
I was drawn to Killarney Provincial Park for many reasons. But the driving force was its sweeping vistas of astounding wild, untamed natural beauty. A beauty that inspired my favourite artists, the Group of...
There’s a stretch of coastline along Lake Ontario that is home to fragile cliffs and a park full of ruins of Toronto’s past. And as a confessed nature addict it both moves me and...
On the second day of my Northwestern Ontario road trip I spent the day exploring Lake Superior Provincial Park. And I never thought another Ontario park could compare to my beloved Bruce Peninsula National Park,...
The sun hinted at a warming to come, but this early in the morning there was still a chill to the air. The sky was that pale blue, as though it had still not...
TRAILS AROUND THE WORLD PRESENTS Hike Cradle Mountain in Tasmania Cradle Mountain is a must on any Tasmania itinerary. Visitors to the state flock to admire the mountain’s jagged peaks soaring high above the...
When asked what my favourite social media platform is I respond without a hesitation – Instagram! For me Instagram is about beautiful photos, discovering new places, sharing incredible memories, and so much more. And...
With the beautiful fall season hanging on strong, with above normal temperatures, I can’t help but hit the trails. Just the other weekend a friend and I headed up to go hiking Nottawasaga Bluffs...
Hiking Elora Gorge has been on my list all summer. But after seeing friends photos of their visits there this summer, among crowds, I was leery. A couple of weeks ago, in the heart...
I’m going to begin with the moral of this story… Always say yes to new adventures! We all know this to be a good motto to live by but sometimes we need to be...
Hey there, I'm Stephanie and am the gal behind The World As I See It. I have a passion for travel, hiking, and local travel in Ontario! Let me take you along on my journey exploring my own backyard - including Ontario small towns, cafes, and trails to cities around the globe. I hope you will be inspired to get out and explore your backyard and beyond!
