Discover FES Tourism
Ontario’s Story-First Travel Hub
"A New Gateway to Authentic Ontario"
What It Is
Behind every memorable trip is a great story. That belief sits at the heart of FES Tourism, the digital home where two established platforms, Ontario Visited and Ontario Agritourism, come together under one welcoming roof. Operated by Festival and Event Services Inc., the site was built for travelers who crave more than a date grid of events and for businesses that want deeper, narrative-driven engagement with those travelers.
What Visitors Gain
- One-Stop Inspiration
Instead of bouncing between multiple websites or social feeds, readers find curated stories, itineraries, and “Road Less Traveled” ideas all in one place. Rotating cover features highlight small-town festivals, hidden waterfalls, farm-gate tasting trails, and seasonal guides that help families, couples, and solo explorers plan days out with confidence. - Practical Planning Tools
- Interactive Icon Keys flag accessibility features such as covered rest areas, stroller-friendly paths, and hydration stations.
- Nearby Experiences Widgets automatically surface farmers’ markets, heritage villages, or scenic drives within easy reach of any featured location.
Authentic Voices
Articles are written in an objective, magazine style, light on jargon, rich in local color. Whether profiling an eighth-generation maple farm or a century-old fall fair, the editorial lens is always visitor-centric: What can I see, taste, and learn here?
Why Advertisers Choose FES Tourism
- Increased exposure for local experiences
- Extended reach beyond traditional campaign windows
- Continuous “always-on” discovery presence
- A curated “Explore Nearby” Story placement connecting you to active travelers
- Multi platform exposure across Ontario Visited + Ontario Agritourism
- Visual Experience & Story-driven promotions that inspires people to choose your experiences.
- Targeted reach (local + 40km+ visitors, day-trippers + experience seekers ready to explore)
- 2 News Channels ~ 2 Directory Channels
- Flexible, low-cost programs—start now, no extra cost for extended exposure
- Reporting metrics to support funding and stakeholder updates
The FES Tourism Partner Program
The Partner Program transforms advertisers into collaborators. Here’s how it works:
| Tier | Ideal For | Key Inclusions |
| Showcase | Individual farms, attractions, small events | 600-word feature story, iconized visitor info panel, annual badge for your website & print |
| Community Pulse | Municipal Tourism, BIA, DMO, Associations, Festivals | Opportunity to connect with Sponsors, Volunteers, Participants, Visitors … Sharing News Messages that matter. |
| Strategic Ally | Regional tourism organizations, provincial associations | Partner Program offers deep connections though Content that matters, Key placement for highest exposure. |
Built for Growth—And Built to Last
FES Tourism is more than a facelift; it’s a future-proof framework where new verticals, culinary trails, accessible travel, Indigenous experiences, can plug in without diluting the brand. By merging the proven legacies of Ontario Visited and Ontario Agritourism with fresh technology and a clear editorial mission, we deliver:
- For visitors: seamless discovery, trustworthy advice, and inspiration that turns into booked trips.
- For advertisers: measurable impact, story-rich placements, and a partnership ethos that treats marketing as part of the visitor experience.
Whether you’re planning your next weekend adventure or seeking a dynamic platform to showcase your destination, FES Tourism invites you to join a storytelling journey that celebrates every corner of Ontario, one authentic narrative at a time.
