3 d. ago Blue Jays’ winning road trip tainted by a troublesome series sweep at the hands of the Philadelphia Phillies

There aren’t many times when a team comes home following a winning road trip and yet a sour taste lingers. It’s not what have you done lately, but rather what have you done recently. For the Jays, their recent stay in Philadelphia could not have gone any worse, this after a series win was produced […]

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9 d. ago More Canadians Are Ditching US Road Trips With 38% Annual Drop

Cross-border road trips to the US from Canada fell for a fifth straight month, a gloomy outlook for many American vacation spots once frequented by their northern neighbors during the peak summer travel season.

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1 week ago How Webers became the most popular road trip burger joint in Ontario

Just north of Orillia, along Highway 11, sits one burger joint so synonymous with Ontario road trips that it's routinely mentioned in traffic reports.An unofficial milestone for cottagers heading north, "Clear after Webers" has become a common phrase used to describe the madness that typically ensues outside of Webers Burgers, located at 8825 ON-11. Over the past few decades, the once-unassuming roadside stop has grown into a provincial landmark and a reliable place to grab a charcoal-barbecued burger during a pit stop up north. Webers first opened its doors on July 11, 1963, and was founded by Paul Weber Sr. Strategically located on a major artery of cottage country traffic, the restaurant quickly became popular among hungry vacationers looking for a quick and quality meal on the road. The signature Webers burger. Photo: Webers.By the 1970s, the demand had grown so intense that drivers heading southbound on Highway 11 would often park along th...

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1 week ago Ontario city will be swarmed by private jets and luxury cars and here's how to attend

If your summer plans are feeling a bit dull and you're up for a road trip, the Niagara 5000 offers an exciting chance to see some of North America's rarest supercars and private jets in one place, and tickets are officially on sale now. Held annually each August, the three-day celebration of luxury, performance, and innovation features a jaw-dropping lineup of elite vehicles, private aviation displays, exhilarating test drives, and wine tours. From Aug. 7 to Aug. 9, the Niagara Region is set to welcome tens of thousands of spectators and collectors from all over the world. The celebration kicks off on Thursday, Aug. 7, at STK Steakhouse Fallsview, and the Falls will be lit in Rolls-Royce purple for the first time ever to mark the occasion. The opening event costs $125 per person, but if you're on a budget, the Hagerty Supercar Parade on Aug. 8 might be more your speed.Between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., hundreds of supercars, including the ultr...

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1 week ago Tariffs, State Jabs Push Canadians to Ditch US Travel, Poll Says

Most Canadians say they plan to shun US travel this summer as the trade war between the two countries continues, according to a poll by Leger Marketing Inc.

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1 week ago Blue Jays summon their best to earn series win over contending Phillies team

By every measurement knowing a nine-game road trip loomed, a three-game series against a quality team such as the Phillies was viewed as important as any the Blue Jays have played this season. Completely outclassed in the series opener when Bowden Francis was lit up in his 1 2/3-inning outing followed by a walk-off win […]

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2 w. ago Blue Jays ’embrace the crap’ after long flight home following ugly road trip

As if the recently completed six-game road trip wasn’t enough of a nightmare for the Blue Jays, there wasn’t nearly enough sleep when it ended, either. Let’s just say Bo Bichette’s two-run homer to give the Jays a 2-0 win over the Rangers late on Wednesday night, deep in the heart of Texas, had to […]

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3 w. ago Ontario city will be overrun with private jets and luxury cars this summer

If you take a road trip to visit Niagara this August, the Falls might not be the only spectacular sight you see. You may just find it teeming with private jets, luxury cars, and scores of people who love them.Back for its "most ambitious" year yet, the annual Niagara 5000 is taking over locations across Niagara-on-the-Lake for a weekend of celebrating the rarest and most awe-inspiring innovations in personal transport.The annual festival, which attracts tens of thousands of visitors to the region each year, is "designed to be the most exhilarating supercar and aviation showcase in North America," says Alana Hurov, the festival's Founder and CEO."Our goal is to create an experience that rivals the world's top automotive events, attracts the most prestigious global brands, and shines a spotlight on Niagara as a luxury destination."They're achieving that status by calling in some seriously high-profile sponsors, including Rolls-Royce, Bugatti a...

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3 w. ago Ontario beach has a giant military submarine that you can go inside

An Ontario locale known for its clean, scenic beach that makes for the perfect summer road trip from Toronto also has some spectacularly cool history that visitors can learn about and explore — namely, in the form of a ginormous military submarine that's permanently parked there.Port Burwell is a quaint community along Lake Erie that boasts a 2.5 km-long stretch of sand abutting warm, shallow waters that are ideal for swimming, and are regularly recognized with Blue Flag status for their exceptional quality. Nestled off the beaten path away from major cities, the area in and around the 239-hectare Port Burwell Provincial Park is popular for all sorts of other outdoor activities, too, like hiking, boating, bird-watching, fishing, biking, or camping in one of more than 230 campsites with access to great amenities. Part of the beach is even off-leash dog-friendly!But beyond being a spot to immerse yourself in some stunning Ont...

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