The Lowdown
23 June 2025
🎶June Tunes & Groove Vibes: The Soundtrack to SummerIf summer had a sound, June would be turning it way up around here. Live music is basically the official language of the month — and lucky for you, the good vibes are on repeat. Whether you’re a patio sipper, a winery wanderer, or someone who can’t resist dancing in the street (yes, literally), this month […]
09 June 2025
Welcome to Kingsville’s Most Exclusive Invasion: The Fish Fly TakeoverLake Erie, sunshine, wine… and millions of winged visitors that nobody actually invited but show up anyway. Let’s get this out of the way early: Yes, they’re coming. We don’t know exactly when. We don’t know exactly how many. Some nights? Total swarm. Other nights? Not a single one. But when they do arrive, they […]
21 May 2025
A Tax on Tourism? Here’s Why We’re Saying “No Thanks”Update: 🎉 Pop the bubbly, folks! The Town of Kingsville has officially decided NOT to move forward with the dreaded MAT tax. (Cue our collective happy dance 💃🕺.) We’re leaving this blog up for the drama and the tea we spilled at the time—but rest easy knowing this tax isn’t coming to a stay near […]
01 May 2025
What’s Happening? “May” We Tempt You?Spring has officially sprung, and so have the patio chairs, fire pits, and all the excuses you need to treat yourself (and maybe your mom) to a getaway. Whether you’re the “book it and wing it” type or a full-blown itinerary wizard, we’ve rounded up everything that’s blooming, buzzing, and downright booking-worthy this May. 🌿 […]
24 April 2025
So You Wanna Be a Bird Nerd?Welcome to Kingsville – Your Migration HQ This May Hey there, feather freaks and fledgling birders— May is migration season, and you’ve landed in one of North America’s top birding zones. Whether you’re armed with a fancy scope and a lifetime birding list, or you just thought “hey, birds are neat,” we’ve got a whole […]
11 April 2025
Lost, Found & Kinda Unforgettable: The Wildest Things Left Behind at…Original BLOG by Huff Post, The Wildest Items People Have Left Behind In Hotel Rooms What do a pet lizard, a car tire, and a Hermès Birkin bag have in common? Apparently, they’ve all been left behind in hotel rooms. Yes, you read that right—left behind. Like a casual pair of socks or a phone […]
07 April 2025
Lake Vibes & Local Finds: Why Kingsville & Colchester Are Ontario’s…Let’s just call it what it is: this place? It’s a total vibe. Tucked along the breezy north shore of Lake Erie, the towns of Kingsville and Colchester are as far south as you can get without a passport and home to The Grove Hotel & The Grove Motel – and still somehow feel like […]
10 March 2025
Toast to the Coast: Your Ultimate Wine Tour Adventure on Ontario’s…Imagine a place where vineyards meet lake breezes, where every glass tells a story, and where the pace slows just enough for you to truly sip, savor, and soak it all in. Welcome to the EPIC Wine Region—a hidden gem along Ontario’s sun-drenched North Shore, where wine lovers, weekend wanderers, and getaway seekers come to […]
05 February 2025
Sweet Spots & Gifts They’ll Love For Valentine’s DayShared the original blog by Tourism Windsor Essex, January 20, 2025 Love is in the air in Windsor Essex! Whether you’re planning a romantic night out, a thoughtful gift for your special someone, or a fun experience to share with a loved one, our region has everything you need to make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable. […]