Indulge yourselves as the two of you unwind in the Manitoba's scenic Interlake region. Couples can sample a bit of everything on this intimate getaway - haute cuisine and homestyle meals, waterslides and hydrotherapy, tee times and tea time, history, hiking, biking, Vikings and more!
Drive north on Highway 9 from Winnipeg to Hecla/Grindstone Provincial Park, an area made up of a series of six islands on the shores of Lake Winnipeg.
While on your way, stop in Gimli (85 kilometres) for lunch at
Amma's Tearoom or
Seagull's Restaurant & Lounge.
Once you get to the park, check in at the
Radisson Hecla Oasis Resort.
Once you're settled, head out into the wilderness and explore over 75 kilometres of trails on the island. Sign up for one of many fun and engaging Hecla Oasis Adventures that are available year-round.
Finish up your day with a cocktail and casual dining at Rok Restaurant and Lounge. The handmade pizza (baked fresh in an Italian-style pizza forno) is a must-try!
Check out of the resort and head south on Highway 9 to Gimli (90 kilometres). Take a walk down to the harbour and explore the marina's bustle of sailboats and small fishing vessels.
Explore Gimli's rich history at the
New Iceland Heritage Museum at the Waterfront Centre.
Hit another of Gimli's restaurants, or grab some groceries and have lunch by the lake.
Check out
The Mermaid's Kiss Gallery, then stop by the legendary
H.P. Tergesens store before heading back to Winnipeg.