Stay close to home for Christmas in the Hills
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There's something very magical about the holiday season, and there's nothing more magical than experiencing the warmth and charm of a country Christmas.

As residents of the Hills of Headwaters region we are truly fortunate to have at our doorsteps a magical land of hills and valleys, where the historic villages and hamlets are bedecked in their Christmas finery. Lamp posts are adorned with wreaths and boughs, snow covers the sidewalks and the smells of Christmas drift from the doors of the fine shopping establishments within our region. It's Christmas in the Hills of Headwaters!

Instead of heading for the nearest city mall for holiday shopping, spend a day

visiting our heritage towns and villages where you'll find unique items and wonderful gift selections stocked by our local merchants in Caledon, Orangeville, Erin, Dufferin, Shelburne, Mono and all points in between. Shopping in the Hills of Headwaters offers a stressfree, old fashioned solution to Christmas. You can take the pace a little slower and enjoy your surroundings. For decorating, there are a multitude of garden centres and floral stores to explore. For gift giving, the sky really is the limit.

If you like to give a gift there are an abundance of stores to suit everyone on your list. There are kitchen stores for those who like to cook and entertain; children's toy shops that will captivate you with the usual as well as the out of the ordinary; there are gift and furniture shops that feature anything from candles and dishes to every other home accessory and furnishing; independent book stores that give you personal attention and enough wonderful ideas that you just might come away with a gift for yourself; lingerie shops, contemporary clothing stores for men, women and children featuring popular brand names; camera stores, art supply stores for the beginner (including children)

or the experienced artist; chocolate and food stores that will tempt you to eat their goodies before you get them home; and the list goes on.

If you are unsure of the exact gift to give, gift certificates are always a great option. In the Hills of Headwaters you will find some of the best spas and these days everyone loves a little pampering. There are wonderful restaurants, theatres, music stores, inns, artist studios and art stores, antique shops, ski hills, golf courses, bike shops and

even a flying club, all of which can offer a gift certificate solution for an experience to be used at a later date.

Christmas in the Hills of Headwaters would not be complete without shopping for a Christmas tree. Many local area tree farms provide a full cut-your-own Christmas tree experience, complete with sleigh and wagon rides, hot chocolate, apple cider, and a bonfire to warm you up after you're done, or get your fresh cut Christmas tree, seasonal wreaths and boughs at one of the many garden centres and nurseries.

Leave behind the hustle and bustle of city malls - explore your own backyard this holiday season and discover the magic of the season in the Hills of Headwaters.

For unique shopping, dining and entertaining possibilities in the Hills of Headwaters visit www.thehillsofheadwaters. com or call the visitor information centre at 1-800-332-9744.