Mary Hughes,began publishing Inns Magazine in 1996. She was surprised to discover there was no publication in Canada to serve the inn industry and decided to concentrate on the Canadian market for the first few years. She then expanded into the U.S. as the popularity of the magazine grew.

"Our magazine focuses on travel, dining and pastimes. From undiscovered gems located in the North American countryside to more urban inns in small villages, everything you need for an exquisite getaway can be found withinour pages. We feature only the most splendid inns, bed and breakfasts, andresorts for restful and romantic hideaways."

'Our magazine features properties, recipes and editorial encompassing inn life'.
Mary incorporated her business under the Harworth Publishing banner, named after her father in 1999. She began publishing Spa Life magazine in 2000. Spa Life magazine is aimed at an audience dedicated to the world of spahing for repose, rejuvenation and new beginnings. Mary and her family recently bought and restored an 1870 Stone coach house in Elora, Ontario. Mary is married to John Westerman and they have two daughters, Paige, age 9 and Sydney, 7 as well as two Schnauzer dogs, Robbie and Oliver. Mary is always looking to buy that perfect B&B!