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ORILLIA AND AREA’S FOUR SEASON PLAYGROUND!











                                                                                       As the temperatures cool
                                                                                               Orillia heats up










                                                                                    Downtown Orillia
                                                                                    Photo: Greg Pauk

                                                                                      There is no doubt                            Champlain Hotel is a historic gem in
                                                                                                                                  the heart of the city that pays homage
                                                                                      Orillia & Lake                              to the area’s history.
                                                                                      Country shines in
                                                                                      the winter.                              The main lobby and guestrooms have an
                                                                                                                          intimate feel (20 of the 53 rooms have fireplaces)
                                                                                      We are blessed with lots of snow and the    and the hotel is exceptionally close to walking
                                                                                      right temperatures to keep it throughout the winter.     paths along the frozen waterfront, ice fishing, as
                                                                                      Ski hills, endless trails and frozen lakes provide    well as unique shops, the art district and of course,
                                                                                      many opportunities to those looking to break    delectable cuisine.
                                                                                      a sweat under wide open blue skies.
                                                                                                                                          Whatever the season,
                                                                                      But Orillia has a softer, warmer side in winter, too,   dining in downtown Orillia
                                                                                      where indoor pursuits are just as popular as the    is always an epicurean
                                                                                      outdoors.  It is known as a place with great artists   pleasure, but especially
                                                                                      and a thriving art community. The Orillia Arts District   in the winter when
                                                                                      offers some inviting galleries and shops in the heart   restauranteurs ramp up
                                                                                      of Downtown Orillia.                                the cozy factor. From
                                                                                                                                          Asian cuisine to pub food,
                                                                                      There are plenty of accommodations in the area,     Italian and Mediterranean
                                                                                      too. From cozy bed and breakfasts to national hotel   fare, not to mention
                                                                                      chains, visitors to Orillia can rest easy knowing   the famous Mariposa
                                                                                      well-appointed rooms await them – some even have    Market and other cafes
                                                                                      free shuttles to the casino where the action is really   offering an abundance of
                                                                                      hot.                                                homemade comfort food,
                                                                                      For a boutique-style hotel experience, look no further   all appetites are sure to
                                                                                      than downtown Orillia. The renovated and restored   be fulfilled.

                                                                                                   For more information visit OrilliaLakeCountry.ca


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