Great ideas abound in tourism!
Story: Ian Stalker Main photos: Niamh Barry
Innovation seems to come naturally to the travel industry.
This country and others continue to see the sort of creativity that leads to people wanting to travel and enjoy new experiences.
Somewhere Inn, Calabogie, Ont.
Photos: Niamh Barry
Somewhere Inn has taken the 1% for the Planet pledge to donate a portion of revenue to the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust, an organization working to preserve land and protect the future.
Greaves and Vaillancourt have collaborated with local vendors wherever possible. “From paint to furniture art, as small business owners ourselves, it was essential to partner with like minded Canadian brands and makers,” says Greaves. Guests can sleep easy on Canadian-made Endy mattresses, fan-favourite pillows, and all-season duvets, chosen specifically to maximize comfort, and enjoy breakfast in bed by Oh-el-la Cafe, a local staple. The lobby doubles as a bottle shop, with Ontario craft beers, natural wines, and snacks curated by Gibson & Co. The Somewhere Inn team will also be partnering with local food trucks to operate on site.
“Simply put,” Vaillancourt states,“we’re just a bunch of friends trying to create something beautiful and special.”
For booking, rates, COVID-19 safety protocols, and more information, visit somewhereinn.ca.
The Tree House, Phuket, Thailand
Mont Sutton, Quebec
Quebec’s Mont Sutton resort believes going downhill can be uplifting.
The Eastern Townships resort opened a zipline this summer that it says is notable for several ressons, including its incline.
“The objective with this giant zipline project is to position Mont SUTTON even more as a first class four-season destination. We are really proud of this achievement! This new activity will increase the tourist offerings in the region and will favour more overnight stays in the region and for Sutton as a destination,” said Jean-Michel Ryan, president of Mont Sutton.
The zipline is made distinctive by its “steep incline, its system, its kilometre-long course and its impressive infrastructure designed to harmonize with the mountain’s natural surroundings,” the resort says.
“This major project will allow thrill seekers to careen down the mountain in a different way! The adventure will start with a chairlift ride to the altitude of 680 meters. Once at this summit, one will be able to enjoy the magnificent view of the Eastern Townships landscape. Then, after this moment of contemplation, one can move on to the action from the top of the zipline’s impressive launching tower.”
And then…
“This first section of the new giant zipline is one-kilometer long, offering a breathtaking incline and view!” the resort opens. “After this long descent through the canopy, another 400-meter descent on a second zipline heads back to the base of the mountain. Once this second section is completed, adrenaline seekers will have covered a total of 1,400 meters of astonishing travel through the air!
“This new project aligns itself completely with the values of Mont SUTTON, that has at the centre of its priorities that of offering an environment and experiences where the surpassing of oneself is accomplished within amazing nature settings!” the resort concludes.
Reservations are made montsutton.com/zipline.
