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Your Windsor Essex Staycation Guide

Bold Red & Blue Skies. City Streets & Country Getaways. Hidden Trails & Open Waters. W.E. have it all in Windsor Essex! A diverse, yet highly inclusive destination, here your time is well spent, as you explore an abundance of opportunities in Canada’s southernmost region. A region which is brimming with breathtaking views and charming districts meant to captivate you as you adventure by pedal, by paddle, by car or by foot. Part of our unique dynamic is just how well we pair so many of our experiences.

 

READ OUR VISITOR GUIDE

Flip through our 2023 Official Visitor Guide for all the MUST DO while you plan your trip!

Our guide features easy-to-read itineraries, must-do lists from our preferred partners, and gives you an inside look of Windsor Essex the way locals live it.

Our 2023 Official Visitor guide also features the largest list of preferred vendors in the region Flip through the digital edition and check out the profiled partners in each section sorted by Play (Outdoor Adventure), Eat (Food & Drink), Stay (Accommodation Partners), Do (Entertaining Adventures) and See (Arts & Culture) that are eager to welcome you when you plan your next road trip to our region! Page by page, you will find captivating imagery and content from local experts, giving you a great insider view of where to go and what to explore.

STAYCATION INSPIRATON

Scroll through the icons below for instant inspiration to plan a staycation in your own backyard this summer! From downloadable itineraries to buyable experiences to digital passports to help guide your way across the region, we’ve got it all in one easy click!

 

 

 

 

Digital Passports

EPIC Wine Country Tasting Pass

Explore EPIC Wine Country with the EPIC Wine Country Tasting Pass. The digital pass is available for purchase year round and is valid for 6 months after the date of purchase. Pass expires 30 days after first redemption.

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Barrels Bottles & Brews 7 Day Flight Log

Explore & pour the craft breweries & distilleries in Windsor Essex.

Your 7 day flight log is $40 and gets you 9 tastings over 7 days (1 week) at the participating locations.

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Crossroads

Step out of the present day and enter the past with the CROSSROADS Historical Guide.

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Follow the Flavours

Follow The Flavours in Windsor Essex to a world of new tastes, new sensations and new delights.

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How visitors are exploring #YQG

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Take advantage of the spring weather in Windsor Essex. The region is full of parks and amenities you can take your kids to including the Vollmer Culture and Recreation Complex! #YQG #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #DiscoverCanada #OntSouthwest ...

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Tourism Windsor Essex is excited to be part of the Play For A Cure @play4ac tournament this weekend in Windsor featuring local amateurs and hockey pros raising funds for cancer research. We’re setting each pro up with a #WEMadeIt gift box to showcase some great locally-made souvenirs and tasty treats all made #YQG, including:

πŸ“@scene52cards Playjng Cards
πŸ“@kingsvillebrewery H20 and Craft Beer
πŸ“@chancecoffee Heart Eyes Blend Coffee Beans
πŸ“@sodapopbros Craft Soda
πŸ“@haloheats Dill Pickle Hot Sauce
πŸ“@oxleyestatewinery Cabernet Franc Wine
πŸ“@oceanbottom Lavender Goat’s Milk Soap
πŸ“@tiwil_naturals Lip Balm
πŸ“@strokenoysgolf Hat
πŸ“@cookiebarcookiebar The Stache 1/4 Pound Cookie
πŸ“Walker’s Fine Candies Chocolate Covered Almonds
πŸ“@whatspoppinpopcornfactory Popcorn
πŸ“@cedarvalleyinc Pita Chips
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Go on a two-wheeled adventure in Windsor Essex🚲 The region has miles of trails to explore. Download a copy of our Cycle tourism map at visitwindsoressex.com/bike to start your planning! #YQG #WindsorEssex #DiscoverON #DiscoverYQG #DiscoverCanada #OntSouthwest

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