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Hello, I am Marie. Traveller. Blogger. Photographer. I was born in New Brunswick, Canada and now I am living in the province of Ontario. I have traveled to over 30 countries around the world ever since I started traveling at the age of 6.
I hope this blog will give you some inspiration and useful tips to pursue your adventures. Let’s find some beautiful places to get lost!
What does “Msurlaroute”? It’s French for M on the road. Why a French name? Because I’m French-Canadian of course!
My mission? To show fellow adventurers, especially my fellow ladies, that solo travel isn’t just possible – it’s downright exhilarating! So, buckle up and join me on this wild ride as I navigate the globe one solo adventure at a time. Because let’s face it, waiting around for someone else’s schedule is so last season.
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Most Asked Questions
First of all, it’s important to note that I am not a full time traveller. I’m actually a University Professor who travels on her spare time. That means that I go on as many adventures as I can on the weekends and during my vacation time. For me traveling can be as simple as exploring the hiking trails around my city, or as elaborate as trekking the Sahara desert on camel back.
In the mid 2010s, I created a blog called Entre2escales. This was my very first experience blogging and on social media. After a difficult split before the pandemic, I had to close it. It broke my heart. When we were on lock down during COVID I decided to take on photography again and created my Msurlaroute Instagram page. It’s only very recently that I decided to start blogging again and I’m so excited for this new blogging chapter.
I absolutely love solo traveling. I love the freedom it gives me and it’s a way for me to step out of my comfort zone. Over the years, I’ve become a pretty experienced solo traveler. However, that doesn’t mean that I don’t enjoy going on trips and adventures with my fiancé. We both love going on hiking trips around the world! I’m doubly lucky that he also supports my love of solo traveling.
About Partnership
Yes! I love collaborating with tourism boards and I’ve worked with many across the world over the years. My services range from creating social media content, photography and writing blog post for my blog or for tourism board’s websites. As a bilingual content creator, I am as comfortable creating content in French and English.
If you are interested in working with me, please email me at msurlaroute@gmail.com !
I am always interested in posting sponsored posts on my blog. However, my priority is always to share my honest thoughts with my readers.
I also only write on places and experiences I’ve tried myself!
I am! Photography is a passion of mine and I’ve created photos for many different brands and destinations.
If you are interested in hiring my as a photographer for your destination please email me at msurlaroute@gmail.com.
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Ontario has been giving California vibes this whole time and I don’t think we talk about it enough. 🌊
We’re talking :
🌸 The retro June Motel right in the heart of Sauble Beach
🏖️ Beaches at Sandbanks that look like they belong on a California coastline
🚐 Sleeping in a vintage airstream steps in PEC
🌊 Beach swings in Southampton
🍷 A wine tour in a vintage van in PEC that gives serious Napa energy
🏨 The South Beach Motel in Southampton giving all the retro beach motel vibes
🌅 The Station Beach Pavilion in Kincardine at golden hour , honestly one of the most beautiful sunset in this province
You don’t need a passport for this summer. Ontario has everything. Save this and start planning. ☀️
Which one is giving you the most California vibes? Drop it below 👇
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#OntarioSummer #OntarioTravel #ExploreOntario #SaubleBeach Sandbanks Southampton
Ontario’s small towns are genuinely some of my favourite places to explore and I don’t think they get nearly enough attention.
Every single one of them has something special and every single one is worth the drive. 🌿
This is your summer small town bucket list. Swipe through for all 10 with what to do, where to eat and why they’re worth the stop.
Save this one, you’re going to come back to it all summer.
And honestly Ontario has so many incredible small towns that 10 barely scratches the surface. Do you want me to do a part 2? Drop a 👇 below and I’ll get on it.
What’s your favourite Ontario small-town?
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#OntarioTravel #SmallTownOntario #ExploreOntario #OntarioGetaway #OntarioSummer
Kingston is seriously slept on when it comes to spa experiences and I’m on a mission to try them all. 🧖♀️
I’ve done three so far and every single one has been worth it.
1) The scalp massage and facial at @labellakingston is one of those treatments you didn’t know you needed until you try it. I walked out feeling completely the most relaxed I felt in a long time.
2) The underground bathhouse at the @belvederekingston is stunning, a full spa cycle in this gorgeous underground space that feels like you’ve been transported somewhere in Europe.
3) And @stokedsaunaco behind The Frontenac Club is my go-to for a sauna and cold plunge session.
I also have @glowspakingston on my list for their spa cycle and I have a feeling it’s going to be just as good. Will report back once I try it! 👀
Save this for your next Kingston trip and treat yourself, you deserve it. 🌿
Which one would you try first? Drop it below 👇
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#Kingston #KingstonOntario #KingstonSpa #OntarioTravel #ExploreOntario
Kananaskis doesn’t get nearly enough credit and this loop is proof that you don’t need to go to Banff to have the most incredible Alberta experience. 🏔️
And Ontario friends, if you’ve ever seen cheap flights to Calgary and scrolled past them, I need you to stop doing that. Kananaskis is only an hour from the airport and it is so worth the long weekend trip. I did this whole scenic loop, waterfall hikes, turquoise lakes, the most beautiful drive in Canada that nobody talks about, a coffee stop in Canmore, and I based myself at Skyridge Glamping in the Skyglass the whole time. Waking up to floor-to-ceiling mountain views every morning never got old.
Swipe through for every stop with practical info on timing, difficulty and what to expect. Save this for your next long weekend escape. 🏔️
Have you ever done a spontaneous long weekend trip out west, or is it still on the list? 👇
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#Kananaskis #KananaskisCountry #AlbertaTravel #VisitAlberta #CanadianRockies
The water really is that blue. No filter, no exaggeration… Bruce Peninsula just hits different in the summer and this reel is proof. 🩵
If you haven’t been yet, this is your sign. I’m talking the Grotto, Tobermory, Flowerpot Island, Lion’s Head Lookout, all the classics. And I stayed at The Grotto Getaway which is honestly the perfect base camp for the whole trip. Glamping tents right in the middle of it all.
Should I share a full Bruce Peninsula weekend itinerary you can easily do this Summer? Let me know in the comment. ☀️
Have you been to Bruce Peninsula before? Drop your favourite spot below 👇
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#BrucePeninsula #OntarioTravel #ExploreOntario #TheGrotto Tobermory
