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This Ontario Town Just Made The List For One Of The Top 10 Destinations In Canada

It's just a road trip away from Toronto.

Lead Writer, Travel

There's no need to hop on a plane in order to have a dream vacation. This Ontario town just ranked among the top 10 most popular travel spots in Canada, and it's the perfect excuse to plan your next staycation.

Niagara-on-the-Lake, a historic town under 2 hours from Toronto, came in at number five on Tripadvisor's most Popular Destinations in Canada for 2022.

The list is based on traveller reviews and ratings from November 1, 2020 to October 31, 2021, and Niagara-on-the-Lake is the only Ontario spot to be named.

The ranking praises the town for its "well-preserved 19th-century village and charms", and notes many of its attractions like wineries, the Niagara Escarpment, and the nearby Falls.

Other popular destinations included on the list are Whistler, Quebec City, and Halifax.

If you're craving a little getaway, Niagara-on-the-Lake might be just what you're dreaming of.

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Why You Need To Go: This historic town is full of quaint shops and located close to wineries, stunning hikes, and major attractions like Niagara Falls.

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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