Things to Do in Kawartha Lakes

Lovingly re-created to emulate the riverboats that paddled along Lake Ontario in years past, Jubilee Queen Cruise Lines' eponymous ship first wet its hull in 1986. More than two decades' worth of rays have since bathed the sweeping sun deck, which sits above a dining room lined with linen-covered tables. In the galley, the Queen's chefs whip up dishes suitable for any event, from full-course meals to buffets peppered with international cuisine, all of which are prepared fresh in a fully equipped kitchen onboard. In the heated cabin, two fully stocked bars keep guests' sea legs limber as they dance to the tunes of a live DJ amid views of the Toronto skyline and the distant shadow of the lighthouse haunted by the spirits of burnt-out bulbs.

Green Choice Moto fuses the thrill of riding sleek motorized bikes and scooters with the consciousness of environmental management through its fleet of eco-friendly light electric vehicles. Streamlined electric scooters await purchase or rental, ready to swiftly dispatch errands or tour the city without leaving behind polluting clouds of exhaust or trails of fusion-produced wormholes. The shop's analog bicycles zip along thoroughfares thanks to old-fashioned human muscle, and their e-bikes add to oomph with battery power backed up by expert service and repairs from skilled technicians.

Tequila takes center stage during the two-day Tequila and More Show, where seasoned sippers and newbies alike taste-test exotic mixes to the sights and sounds of live entertainment. A lineup of exhibitors will be serving up platinum bottles of all five types of tequila, spiriting taste-buds away on a tour of flavours that flies through different manufacturers, creation processes, and growing environments. In between learning new mixes and whispering recipe ideas into empty glasses, expo-goers can also guzzle down the event's other attractions, including a summer fashion show, live Latin bands, and a competition between top flair bartenders. The Liquid Latin Show—happening in conjunction with the Tequila and More Show—adds fuel to the already roaring blaze of festivity, showcasing Central American, South American, and Caribbean cultures through a kaleidoscope of dance, art, music, travel, and spirits.