SHAKESPEARE TO THE SHORELINE -- Gather Your Girls! Getaway close to home! Tour, taste and linger in SW Ontario, two hours west of Toronto: self-guided driving tours. Think outside the big box: Antiques, Artisans and Art Galleries, Markets, Gardens, Theatre, Hiking, Dining, Accommodation, Taste Trek and Style Trek shops. Brochures online and call: 888-366-0160. Stop, shop and stay lists: http://www.shakespearetotheshoreline.ca (May 16, 2012).

DELTA CHELSEA HOTEL IN TORONTO, CANADA-- This biz-friendly and family-friendly hotel is the largest in Canada and the flagship of the entire Delta Hotels brand. You've got to love it's central location -- right downtown in the hustle bustle heart of the city. Guests are within walking distance of major shopping areas like the Eaton Center (over 285 shops), Winners (for great discount shopping) and world-class theatres both live and on the screen. The Delta Chelsea is a full service urban resort, with rooms to suit everyone plus five restaurants and lounges to satisfy every JourneyWoman's taste. Kids up to 17 are free when staying with parents and kiddies under six eat free. Adults have their own recreational and pool area separate from the kiddies and 'everybody' is talking about the hotel's 130 ft. 'Corkscrew' -- downtown Toronto's only indoor slide. Click here to visit their site and learn all about their juicy specials (February 1, 2011)

HER LUXURY BODY, MIND & SPIRIT RETREAT – An extraordinary and awe-inspiring sanctuary located north of Toronto with a focus on healthy living where one can renew a commitment to their life and to wellbeing. Rediscover the essential harmony between mind, body and spirit while being personally guided by our caring staff. Comprehensive wellness programs (2 to 21 nights) include full days of yoga, Pilates, hiking, educational talks, healthy eating and cooking classes, massage, meditation, detox body cleanses and so much more. Visit: grailsprings.com Inquiries: reservations@grailsprings.com or call: 877-553-5772 (January 1, 2011).