You live in one of the best cities on earth. Why not book a stay right here in the city for March break for the best of both worlds: getting away, but staying put.
1. T.O. is home to the only hotel in the world located within a major league sporting venue. The Renaissance Toronto Downtown’s unique location inside the Rogers Centre makes it an instant hit with kids and parents alike. It’s also located close to family-friendly attractions like Ripley’s Aquarium and Harbourfront Ice Rink. Disney on Ice is at the Rogers Centre during March break. You don’t even have to walk outside. The hotel’s restaurant (Arriba) offers free meals for kids 12 and under during the week of March break (if parents order an entree).
2. “F” is for food at the Fairmont Royal York in line with their F-Scape to Toronto Winter Package. Your stay starts with a tour of the St. Lawrence Market with a member of their award-winning culinary team, where you’ll learn how to pick the best ingredients. Then, you’re a special guest in their kitchen, where you’ll learn from chefs and decorate cookies with the executive pastry chef. End the day with in-room milk and cookies, or work it all off with a visit to the indoor swimming pool, complete with child’s wading pool as well.
3. For hockey lovers, the Delta Toronto has a Hockey Hall of Fame package. This package includes four tickets to the Hall of Fame, conveniently located about a 10-minute walk away.
4. For the outdoorsy family who hates being stuck indoors due to the cold weather, the Ritz-Carlton has a camping package. Yes, camping in March, hotel style. The overnight accommodation is perfect for a family of four and comes equipped with flashlights, glow sticks and an in-room tent.
5. If your kids have a sense of independence you’d like to embrace, the Intercontinental Toronto Centre lets the kids check in while their parents wait in the background. They are welcomed by the front desk with a welcome backpack gift. At the hotel, the kids can swim in the pool, use the kids’ zone room (toys and activities) or venture outside to visit nearby attractions such as the CN Tower, Rogers Centre and Ripley’s Aquarium.
6. For those willing to drive an hour or two outside the city, Hockley Valley Resort in Mono, Ont., offers the perfect mix of outdoor and indoor activities. The family rate for four includes accommodation, breakfast, ski lift tickets for all, snowshoeing, movie nights, bonfires, s’mores, arts and crafts and more. Get the whole family out and active and then relax in the spa.
7. At Nottawasaga Inn Resort in Allison, Ont., also a short drive away, the family can sign up for the fun pass, which includes accommodations, dinner, breakfast, four minigolf passes, swimming and a 100-foot water slide. There will also be free children’s and family activities available over the break.
