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Muskoka Resorts

Then and Now

Andrew Hind author Maria Da Silva author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Dundurn Group Ltd

Published:26th May '11

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Since the 1880s, people have travelled to Muskoka in search of solace and relaxation, enjoying the comfortable confines and warm hospitality of resorts while at the same time reveling in the tranquil wilderness and refreshing lakes. Things haven’t really changed all that much over the past century. Vacationers might access Muskoka faster today, and upon arrival find the available luxuries much more impressive, but the allure remains the same as when the tourism industry first exploded on the Muskoka scene. This northern playground grew in popularity during the 20th century. Hollywood stars, business tycoons, and celebrities from all walks of life soaked up everything the area offered. This storied past of carefree summers and timeless hospitality is the focus of Muskoka Resorts. Twenty classic resorts are explored, some of which are thriving today, such as Windermere House and Deerhurst, while others such as Limberlost and Bigwin Inn are long gone, though fondly remembered.

"The history of Muskoka comes to life in this book, and the dozen resorts that defined the region, and made it a most sought-after tourist mecca." * Shelf Life *

"The books writing style is both whimsical and descriptive, attempting a delicate balance between history and storytelling."

* Muskoka Magazine *
Authors Andrew Hind and Maria DaSilva have captured the essence of Muskoka resorts, the character of their owners and their chequered histories over the past century. * Bradford/W.Gwillimbury Times *

ISBN: 9781554888573

Dimensions: 228mm x 152mm x 15mm

Weight: 396g

256 pages