Sovereign's
birthday - Canada celebration since the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901)
Holiday Declared in 1845 - May 24 Weekend, Queen Victoria's
birthday
After Confederation, Queen's birthday was celebrated
every year on May 24
After the death of Queen Victoria in 1901, an Act
was passed by the Parliament of Canada establishing a legal holiday
on May 24 in each year (or May 25 if the 24th fell on a Sunday) under
the name Victoria Day
Still got the winter blues, then it's time for a break,
need a warm up to the summer vacation, you can start this May long weekend
to celebrate Victoria Day with the family in the country.
Local weekend getaways are a great way to spend much-needed
time away from the city without spending too much money or wasting time
in airports.
Haliburton Highlands - Spring Long Weekend Getaways
Most
people refer to May 24 as the beginning of the summer season in Canada
Week that many small business, resorts and camp grounds open up
May 24 Long Weekend may be celebrated with fireworks
Popular weekend for cottagers to tide up their properties
Often signifies the beginning of spring to gardeners
Known as May Two-Four - Canadian slang for 24 bottles of beer
Vacation Planning 2012 May 24 Weekend in Ontario
In
times of economic hardships, it's especially important for families and
couples to budget vacation expenses without giving up the fun and adventure
that a distant vacation may provide. Short getaways or long weekend outings
include much less planning and the chance to get out of the city at a
moment's notice.
The Loralea Country Inn Resort is your cozy Haliburton resort
for planning group outings on May 24 (Victoria Day) weekend. Two and four
bedroom cottages for families or studio cabins for couples. Rent the whole
resort for a private setting for your family reunions or group getaways.
This long weekend is the start of the your spring season
getaways where the flowers are starting to bloom and many people like
to getaway and relax to get rid of the winter blues.
We are a small cottage resort where people can enjoy the
fresh air in a country setting and visit the many sites that the Haliburton
Highlands has to offer. Please keep in mind that we discourage excessive
use of alcohol and loud noise....we are a family resort....respect for
other guests is a must. A quiet relaxing atmosphere is what we promote
for your 2012 Victoria Day vacation getaway.
Our Cottages and Cabins
Cabin #1
Sleeps maximum of 3 people
Double bed
Single sofa bed
Wood burning fireplace - shut down July and August
Mini kitchen - small fridge and two burner stove
Outdoor firepit with firewood and lawn furniture in spring, summer
and fall
4 pc bathroom towels supplied - bring bath sheets
BBQ all year round
Minute walk to the beach area
Great cottage vacation location in the Haliburton Highlands for
a couple or family with small child
Double bed - linen supplied - bring bath sheets and beach towels
Double futon
Wood burning fireplace - shut down July and August
Mini kitchen
Outdoor firepit and lawn furniture in spring, summer and fall
4 PC bathroom towels supplied - bring bath sheets
BBQ all year round
Minute walk to the beach area
Great cottage holiday location in Haliburton for a couple or family
with small child
Note: Cabin #2 and #3 are adjoining cabins separated in the middle by
two lockable doors. Excellent when rented together for two couples or
a small family.
Double bed - linen supplied - bring bath sheets and beach towels
Double futon
Wood burning fireplace - shut down July and August
Mini kitchen
Outdoor firepit and lawn furniture in spring, summer and fall
4 PC bathroom towels supplied - bring bath sheets
BBQ all year round
Minute walk to the beach area
Great weekend getaway location in the Haliburton Highlands for a
couple or family with small child
Family holiday activities available for all - Shuffleboard, badminton,
volleyball and horseshoes.
Note: Cabin #2 and #3 are adjoining cabins separated in the middle by
two lockable doors. Excellent when rented together for two couples or
a small family.