Staying home: once a coveted luxury, now an everyday reality. Friday night post-work beverages have turned into FaceTime cocktail hours, and Saturday afternoon trail-riding has been exchanged for Netflix couch surfing.

With every Ontarian being stuck inside their home to ensure each other's health & safety, it can be tough to find ways to satisfy your craving for exploration and adventure. 

To help keep you occupied, we have put together a list of 10 awesome virtual tours (in no particular order) that will allow you to feel like you're exploring the globe right from your couch. If you have an HDMI cable, hook-up your laptop to the big screen in the living room, and create a fun activity the whole family can enjoy!

Adventurers, grab your favourite hiking beverage of choice, charge up the laptop, and start exploring.

The forest is awaiting your return.

1. Machu Picchu, Andes Mountains, Peru

This UNESCO World Heritage site features views of lush greenery, mountain landscapes, and the ruins of Inca Settlements. Check-out the online virtual tour here to learn more about the history of the area from the narrator, and click through 360 degree views. 

2. Moraine Lake, Banff National Park, Canada

Banff National Park is one of the most sought-after travel hotspots in Canada for adventurers. If you haven't had the chance to explore the beautiful province of Alberta, click this link to tour the bright, emerald waters of Moraine Lake. You can find this glacially fed body of water perched between what is called, 'The Valley of Ten Peaks' in Banff National Park. If you haven't gone for a visit, chances are you've seen a photo of these picturesque blue waters!

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