December 15, 2017 Hotel-Scoop – Until recently, though, travelers to the Waterloo region, an hour’s drive northwest of Toronto, had little choice of accommodation beyond standard chain lodgings. The Walper, a recently renovated boutique hotel for the high-tech crowd (and for any other travelers seek
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From its source in Dundalk, Grey County, flowing south 275 kms into Lake Erie, the Grand River is one of the most scenic and significant rivers in Ontario. Waterloo Region is at the heart of this waterway with many milestones and relics connecting the river to the development of the region.
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August 15, 2017 DobbernationLoves Blog – If you’re looking to enjoy a fun night out in the heart of downtown Kitchener may I suggest visiting the city’s popular Louisiana-style watering hole Grand Trunk Saloon? The dimly lit dining room serves up finger-licking-good soul food, crafted cocktails…
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See the wildlife of Africa, Eurasia, Australia, South America, and more in just one day at African Lion Safari. Browse the thousands of exotic birds and animals while touring through the park’s seven Game Reserves.
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Waterloo Region has a large Mennonite community who settled here in the 19th century. You can learn more about their heritage at the Quilt and Fibre Art Festival held annually in May around the region, which includes Fibre Art classes with talented crafters.
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Canadians love their coffee. As a nation, we drink on average three cups a day. But in Waterloo Region, it is independent coffee roasters and vendors who are staking a claim as the favourites of local coffee aficionados.
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What makes a good “date night” restaurant? It’s hard to say: every relationship, either budding or long-established, is different; each date with a significant other, whether first, second, or many months in progress, might require a special emphasis and considered attention.
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What started as a relief work-project during the Great Depression in the 1930s has evolved over the decades into a bona fide food destination known as Kitchener’s Belmont Village.
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Many restaurants in Waterloo Region highlight heat readings on their menus, usually with a little red chili pepper beside the item. Here, we’ve created a short list of dishes and restaurants that feature such spicy foods – they may just provide the kick of heat and excitement to warm up a frosty Jan
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Waterloo Region has a wide variety of warm and appetizing blends of food and live music, and when live music isn’t on stage, there may be DJs creating the acoustic atmosphere to go with what you’re eating. Here’s a short-list of some favourite venues for food and music in Waterloo Region.
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When I am in need of inspiration, I’ll take a break by heading into Downtown Kitchener. It may sound a little odd that I choose to go downtown for relaxation when most people look to escape from the usual hectic downtown hustle and bustle. Downtown Kitchener is quite different however…
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