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For a city less than an hour over the United States- Canada border, Toronto is a destination that’s surprisingly exotic, cosmopolitan, and diverse. As the fifth largest city in all of North America, and boasting over 100 cultures and fascinating neighborhoods, it’s no wonder Toronto prides itself on being “the world within a city”. From its thriving nightlife and cultural scene, to the Hockey Hall of Fame, to the scenic shores of Lake Ontario, to the world’s tallest building, Toronto’s possibilities are truly endless. Combine all this with a favorable exchange rate, and you’ve got yourself a can’t-miss vacation.
No matter what your taste, you are bound to find something to your liking in Toronto’s fabulous Entertainment District.
Queen Street West, Yonge Street, Spadina Avenue and Queens Quay West create the borders for this area where much of the city’s sporting events, concerts, and dramatic performances take place, and you’re also likely to find a wide range of bars and nightclubs.
Novotel Toronto Centre and Le Royal Meridien King Edward put you right next to attractions like the Hockey Hall of Fame, St. Lawrence Cenre for the Arts, and the Hummingbird Centre (a popular concert venue), while the Strathcona is just steps away from the Air Canada Centre (home of the Toronto Raptors basketball team), the CN Tower (the tallest building in the world), Sky Dome (home of the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team), and an assortment of other theatres.
Part of what makes Toronto such an exciting place to visit is its many neighborhoods. There’s Chinatown, Little Italy, Portugal Village, and Little India, among others, each with its own distinct shops and restaurants. The original Chinatown, which dates back to 1935, features authentic Chinese cuisine and a spectacular Chinese New Year celebration that’s become one of the city’s main events. The luxurious Metropolitan Hotel offers a convenient location close to the action.
Another of Toronto’s most surprisingly unique areas is its Financial District. While any major city is bound to have its fair share of skyscrapers, how many can boast an extensive Underground City (known as the PATH) to match? Coming in particular handy during the chilly winter months, six full miles of walkways lined with over 1200 retails stores and services wind through Toronto’s bustling Downtown area. Look for the Fairmont Royal York, Pantages Hotel Suites Spa and Cambridge Suites Hotel along the way, and be sure to stop in at the Eaton Centre, one of the largest shopping malls in Canada.
In the mood for some posh shopping and a more refined setting? Be sure to check out Bloor/Yorkville. Originally a middle-class suburb in the mid-1850s, this Victorian-inspired area combines its architectural charm and serene parks with many upscale restaurants and stores. Bloor Street West (also known as “The Mink Mile”), which marks the neighborhood’s separation from Downtown, boasts Toronto’s most fashionable designer boutiques. The Sutton Place Hotel, The Marriott Bloor Yorkville, and Quality Hotel Bloor Street are all nearby.
There’s plenty more to Toronto, too. You can find antique shops and old cottages by The Beaches, lush parks in idyllic Rosedale, or a plethora of museums surrounding the University of Toronto campus. With so much to see, so close by, Toronto is well worth the trip.
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