Tia & Andy Vacation Days

29/01/2022

We've been exploring a lot of Canada and a lot of Ontario over the last couple years. So we decided to compile a list of the Top 10 places to visit in Ontario in 2022. Check it out if you're looking for some adventure! https://youtu.be/IvmSZhEPVLY

Ontario has so many amazing places to discover, so in this video we are sharing our Top 10 Places to Visit in Ontario Canada in 2022.0:00 - Intro0:19 - NORTH...

08/01/2022

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE! After taking December off to disconnect we are back and ready to tackle 2022! We've got lots of content queued to go up on our YouTube channel as well as lots of outdoors adventures planned for early this year! Check out our latest vlogs on YouTube 👇👇👇

Driving the ICEFIELDS PARKWAY | BANFF TO JASPER | Athabasca Glacier Tour | Columbia Icefield Skywalk: https://youtu.be/4t6jZACRd68

We made it to BRITISH COLUMBIA! | Hiking Athabasca Glacier | Cross Canada Van Life Road Trip: https://youtu.be/h0D8ffAy2PQ

DRIVING THROUGH FIRE | Cross Canada Van Life Road Trip: https://youtu.be/4yRS6Z2TTQo

08/12/2021

The holidays are around the corner, so if you're still in the market to get some gift shopping done, check out these awesome gift ideas! 👇👇👇

GIFT IDEAS FOR THE ADVENTURER IN YOUR LIFE: https://youtu.be/xHRD1Vnn1nc

It's the most wonderful time of the year, which means the gift giving season is upon us. Are you wondering what to get for your friend or family member who l...

11/11/2021

We're finally getting into the Canadian Rockies in this weeks Cross Canada Van Life Road Trip vlog!! Check it out 👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/cZifal34DNs

In this episode of our cross Canada Van Life Road trip our plans start to unravel! We had officially planned to head to our reservation at Dinosaur Provincia...

19/10/2021

Next video in our Canada Van Life Road trip is up!! In this one we spend the day in one of Canada's underrated cities - Winnipeg! https://youtu.be/jYtcf2vlcPU

In this episode, we head into Winnipeg, Manitoba to spend the day at The Forks. The Forks is located centrally in downtown Winnipeg at the junction of the Re...

16/10/2021

Next episode in our Cross Canada Van Life Road Trip series is now up! In this one we finally finish up our time in Ontario, and cross the border over into Manitoba! Check it out 👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/r1FYLnKhSGw

In this episode, we officially say goodbye to Ontario and cross the Ontario Manitoba Border. The border crossing itself happens on the highway and is marked ...

13/10/2021

Just because summer is over, doesn't mean hiking season is! Here are 5 Awesome Hiking Trails in Ontario!👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/Qw5Y7IyyOIw

We love a good hike, but finding a good trail can sometimes be a challenge. With so many options all over Ontario, how do you know what's good and what's not...

19/09/2021

WOW it has been awhile since we've posted anything here on Facebook. Sorry for disappearing on you all! If you've been following along on YouTube, you would have seen that we made it all the way out to BC and back to Ontario in our converted van. To say it was an adventure would be an understatement. We have already started uploading vlogs from our drive out there, so if you haven't checked them out yet, go take a look, here is our latest one! 👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/yCPVV30c4eg

In this vlog we make our way toward Thunder Bay, Ontario and on the way we stop at some really awesome spots. Our first stop is at Ouimet Canyon - a 100 mete...

03/08/2021

Well it's official! After three months of building, a few test runs, a bunch of small details, we are OFFICIALLY hitting the road for our Van Life Road Trip. We will be driving across Canada from Ontario to British Columbia starting at the end of this week, and could not be any more excited. We hope you will join along as we bring you with us. We want to make this trip as interactive as possible, so here are some details:

1. We will be doing on the road LIVE Streams where we bring you along to explore LIVE with us
2. We will also be hosting Province Specific LIVE trivia nights where you could win some awesome prizes
3. Make sure you follow us on Instagram as well, as we'll be putting out polls to get your help on making decisions on what we should do and see. You can find us
4. If you have any questions, suggestions, or just want to chat with us, don't hesitate to DM us on Instagram or send us an email!

We cannot wait to hit the road and share this epic adventure will everyone!

https://youtu.be/oa2zxOSf7XE

Well guys, it's official! After three months of building, a few test runs, a bunch of small details, we are OFFICIALLY hitting the road for our Van Life Road...

25/07/2021

LAST DAY TO VOTE! Tia made it to the top 6 finalists of Hipcamp's Canada's Best Summer Job contest and can use all the votes she can get! Please head over to the link below and vote for her entry today! Here's how you can vote:

1. Head over to my entry link: http://wshe.es/Dc8rjye7 and click the vote button (if it's your first time voting, you will need to verify your email)
2. Share with friends and family!

Thank you for all the help!

One lucky winner will be selected to spend 40 days this summer adventuring across Canada and a prize of $20,000 CAD!

13/07/2021

It's finally live - our full Subaru Outback Wilderness Drive Day! If you're looking for excitement, laughs, and a sneak peak at really cool new vehicle, check it out 👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/3EXhpejdIRI

We had a chance to test out the new 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness with and it definitely DID NOT disappoint. This may just be the ultimate adv...

13/07/2021

We had a chance to test out the new 2022 Subaru Outback Wilderness with Subaru Canada and it definitely DID NOT disappoint. This may just be the ultimate adventure machine for on and off road, and perfect for getting out on your next adventure. Keep reading for some of the awesome features of the vehicle and stayed tuned for our full drive experience to go up on YouTube today at 4pm!!
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Some of the amazing features:
1️⃣ Fixed Roof Rails that hold up to 318kg of static loading and 100kg of dynamic loading.
2️⃣ Lower front and engine skid plates that are perfect for protecting critical components whole off road.
3️⃣ 230mm of overall ground clearance - the most clearance of all Subaru vehicles.
4️⃣ Enhanced dual-function X-mode that allows you to easily drive on all sorts of terrain.
5️⃣ Durable and comfortable interior.
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30/06/2021

Some great camping meal ideas for your next camping trip! https://youtu.be/uxSxGtp8v6U

We are so excited to finally be able to head back out for some camping trips, and this season we are upping our cooking. If you know Andy and I, you know we ...

27/06/2021

📣 WE NEED YOUR HELP! Tia has entered 'Canada's Best Summer Job' contest by Hipcamp and the first round of the contest is done through votes. You can vote every 24 hours for the duration of the contest. We would love all the help we can get to get as many votes as possible. Head on over to Tia's entry to vote! Thanks for the help!👇👇👇
http://wshe.es/Dc8rjye7

One lucky winner will be selected to spend 40 days this summer adventuring across Canada and a prize of $20,000 CAD!

24/06/2021

Hey Ontario friends, looking for something to do outdoors this weekend? Look no further! Crawford Lake Conservation Area is a perfect stop to get your nature fix. Check out our latest video to see what its about and for all the details you need for a visit! https://youtu.be/GFA0y0LNFUc

In this weeks trail of the week we are bringing you to Crawford Lake Conservation Area! This conservation area is in Milton and was such a pleasant surprise....

21/06/2021

This past weekend was a little...Erie 😄 (haha get it?)
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Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! What did you get up to? We spent the weekend at Rock Point Provincial Park. It was our first visit there and we were pleasantly surprised with the park. We also didn't let the weather stop us from exploring and enjoying the beach. We have lots of info to share with you guys this week, so stay tuned for all the posts. And as usual, we'll also have some YouTube videos and vlogs going up about it if you want more details!
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14/06/2021

We said it last year and we'll say it again this year....it's the year of camping! With camping having sky rocketed in popularity, it's no surprise that snagging a campsite these days can be a difficult feat. For the last few months, we've been holding onto a secret of how we've been booking campsites at sold out campgrounds, and now we're sharing it with all of you!
https://youtu.be/NXIp7vGrYYM

We said it last year and we'll say it again this year....it's the year of camping! With camping having sky rocketed in popularity, it's no surprise that snag...

11/06/2021

Wishing everyone an AMAZING weekend! If you're looking to get outdoors near the KW area - check out our last video for a fun trail https://youtu.be/F1xEQ_eIkPs

In this video we take you through a stunning countryside trail and make a pit stop at a historic kissing bridge. The Kissing Bridge Trailway that takes you f...

04/06/2021

For those following along on our van build series, our next video is live! In this one we tackle our roof rack and the cabinets inside the van! https://youtu.be/XbvcjcVkVsY

After a 10 hour work day in our previous vlog, we came into day 23 with a smaller workload. In this update we install the roof rack and cabinets in our van b...

02/06/2021

This time last year we got into Schitt's Creek and binge watched the entire series while in lockdown. We were so excited when we realized the Canadian Sitcom was predominantly filmed here in Ontario! Check out some of the filming locations we hit up! 👇👇https://youtu.be/OvvvkJ6e42M

When we went into our first lockdown last year, we got super into Schitt's Creek and ended up binge watching the show. We were so excited when we later learn...

01/06/2021

Another month gone and another begins. Wishing everyone a great start to June! What activities or adventures are you most looking forward to this month?
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We are looking forward to getting out for some trips with our van, and possibly some tent camping! Keeping our fingers crossed that we won't have more cancellations. We are also debating kicking off our first bikepacking trip this month!
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27/05/2021

This is definitely one of the coolest products we've come across. If you're looking for outdoor solar lighting for Camping, Van Life, backyard date night, or just generally anything outdoors, we HIGHLY recommend the Solight Design Origami solar lights! Check out our review of the QWNN design to see what it's all about! https://youtu.be/ba1qal_1UuM

We are SO EXCITED to have the chance to test out Solight Designs QWNN Solar Light! This is the PERFECT solar light for van life, camping, or even if you're j...

21/05/2021

Happy Friday everyone! The weather this long weekend is going to be gorgeous. Will you be getting outside? We came across some amazing hiking trails at Mono Cliffs Provincial Park.
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1️⃣ Mono Cliffs Provincial Park is located in Mono, Ontario. While this park doesn't have any camping facilities, it's perfect for a day trip. It's open year round during regular park hours. IMPORTANT NOTE: this has become very popular on weekends and people have been parking on the road if the parking lot is full. This is NOT ALLOWED and bylaw has been ticketing and towing cars who do this. So if you want to snag a spot in the lot, make sure to check out the Mono Cliffs Provincial Park twitter account where they regularly post updates on parking lot capacity.
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2️⃣ It has about 20km worth of trails that twist and turn through canyons, give you stunning cliff top views, and even connects with the Bruce Trail. The trails are great for all hiking levels. The cliff top trail is probably the most popular trail option, but all the trails offer a great hike!
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3️⃣ If you google any information about this park, you will probably be met with pictures like this one. This small cut off from the Cliff Top Trail is known as Jacobs Ladder. It's a small boardwalk that takes you through giant moss covered stones that are more than 700 years old! If you want an Instagram worth shot, definitely make a pit stop here.
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4️⃣ If you visit during the weekdays, entrance to the park is currently free. On weekends you will need to pay the entrance fee at the parking lot booth. A full day is $15.50 and four hours is $7.25.
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5️⃣ What to pack: a good pair of hiking shoes, sunscreen, bug spray, a hat, snacks, and water. You may also want to pack a pair of tweezers, as ticks are common throughout Ontario.
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20/05/2021

If you've been following along on our Van Build, check out yesterday's YouTube video for our latest update! https://youtu.be/JQvDr88HGwQ

After a long break of not working on the van (due to cold weather), we finally got back in there to finish up the cabin! We had a small part of the wall left...

15/05/2021

HAPPY SATURDAY!! If you're local to Waterloo Region and looking for something to do outdoors this weekend, we've got the perfect trail for you. Check out our latest video for all the details! 👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/iH91r_j3A7o

The weather is getting nicer here in Ontario, which means we are finally getting out more with the bikes. With a couple of bikepacking trips coming up and a ...

03/05/2021

Sometimes a trail walk in the rain is all you need 🌧️
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Would you go for a hike while it's raining? Spring weather in Ontario can definitely be unpredictable. You can have tshirt weather, rain, and snow all in the same week. But that won't stop us from getting out and exploring! The key to enjoying the weather changes is to make sure to dress appropriately.

17/04/2021

We might not be able to head out for any camping...but that doesn't mean you can't bring the camp vibes to your home! Check out today's video for 5 of our favourite camping meals!👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/CeuPU4ASGpk

We're back with 5 MORE EASY CAMPING MEALS! There's nothing like some great campfire cooking. In this video you'll find:0:24 - Campfire Chicken Wings2:07 - Ca...

10/04/2021

HAPPY SATURDAY! It's another gorgeous day outside, so don't forget to get out and enjoy the weather. Saturday also means we have a new video out on our YouTube channel, go check it out, it's an exciting one! 👇👇👇
https://youtu.be/JJcv_Lwo7uA

We have been holding onto this secret for the last month, and are finally excited to be sharing it on here with everyone! Like the title says, we can't take ...

08/04/2021

What a whirlwind of a week it has been so far! If you haven't been outside yet, this is your daily reminder. Get out for some fresh air and sun, get your body moving, and enjoy nature! If you're missing travel, check out some of our latest videos for a virtual experience.

A couple weeks back we had the chance to slip away to an incredible tiny cabin for the weekend, and it was exactly what we needed to clear our minds. Check out our vlogs and review video!

1. We FINALLY got away! - https://youtu.be/cvxWKggMoPg
2. Cozy A-FRAME CABIN GETAWAY in Ontario - https://youtu.be/AySJdt5OPU0
3. Incredible A-Frame Cabin in the Forest REVIEW - https://youtu.be/jkYqZ46w11E

05/02/2021

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to those most amazing partner in crime, travel buddy, best friend there is!
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This is Andy's first lockdown birthday and although we can't travel anywhere, we've got a day full of his favourites planned!
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Wishing everyone else an amazing Friday. This is a reminder to get out there and enjoy some fresh air!