Romantic Manitoba
Manitoba is the perfect backdrop to cuddle fire-side in a cozy lodge, spoil each other at a spa, or re-kindle ties on a backwoods trail.

Pinewood Lodge, Whiteshell Provincial Park
Cosmopolitan couples
Spending time in the heart of the city is sure to win your lover’s heart. Couples packages at the Inn at the Forks and Riverstone Spa let you indulge in Swedish massage and facial, followed by sparkling wine and chocolate-covered strawberries, topped off with a tantalizing breakfast the next morning. Complete the experience by exploring the Forks Market and strolling many miles of Winnipeg’s river walks.
www.innforks.com
Catch the big one
Home to 100,000 lakes, Manitoba boasts some of the best fishing in Canada. Fly-in to a remote lodge with your loved one, reel in walleye, pike and trout by day, and enjoy candlelit gourmet cuisine by night.
www.webberslodges.com
Bond while mudslinging
Ten Spa in the historic Hotel Fort Garry gives luxury a whole new meaning. Go for the Hamam treatment where you slather on aromatic salt scrubs and warm mud for a truly ‘hands on’ experience, leaving you rejuvenated and detoxified.
www.tenspa.ca
Find love lakeside
Whiteshell Provincial Park is the perfect setting to cuddle up for a winter weekend. Winter horse rides, Nordic skiing, or hot tubbing can all be part of the mix in this stunning area of the Canadian Shield.
www.whiteshell.mb.ca
C’est si bon!
French oozes romance, n’est-ce pas? Experience the ‘joie de vivre’ of St. Boniface’s French Quarter together. Situated near downtown Winnipeg over the scenic Esplanade Riel, highlights include the St. Boniface Cathedral, St. Boniface Museum, Fort Gibraltar fur-trade post, and a dozen restaurants offering the city’s best French cuisine.
www.visitwinnipegnow.com
Walk on the wild side
Visit the rolling aspen woodlands near Riding Mountain National Park to safely watch and photograph bears, elk, moose, deer, coyotes, wolves, lynx, beavers, and other creatures native to the land.
www.ridingmountain.ca
Sail the waters
Manitoba is a sailing paradise, and the Gimli Yacht Club in the heart of this idyllic town offers sailing lessons on Lake Winnipeg. Club races take place weekly, and regular social events like banquets and potlucks add another dimension to this soul-soothing pastime.
www.sailmanitoba.com
Couples Only Resorts
Tall Pine Lodges at West Hawk Lake is renowned as the first couples only resort in Manitoba. Offering privacy and seclusion amid a forest of evergreens, the resort is uniquely situated within walking distance of restaurants and convenience stores. With private Jacuzzi, sauna, fireplace, and kitchenette, each cabin allows for the perfect getaway.
www.tallpinelodges.com
Barrier Bay Resort provides for an intimate adult escape in a spectacular wilderness setting in Whiteshell Provincial Park. Lakefront cabins feature sensuous whirlpool, fireplace, satellite television and screened porch. Hike, paddle and cycle the region with complimentary kayaks, canoes, and mountain bikes – don’t forget the complimentary picnic basket!
www.barrierbay.com
Country Charm Romantic Resort near Richer offers a unique and luxurious experience and rich romantic atmosphere with Roman-style pillars, plush carpeting, and warm fireplace glow. Cabin choices include gourmet kitchen, granite Jacuzzi tub, and pool table.
www.countrycharmresort.com
