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A list of my exploits in T.Dot. Caribana et al.

 1. Caribana

263 Davenport Rd
Toronto, ON M5R 1J9
Canada
(416) 391-5608

Category: Festivals

Neighbourhood: The Annex

5.0 star rating
  10/26/2008 First to Review

Caribana is a annual summer  festival of Caribbean culture and traditions. The major events generally occur over 7 days in the heat.

Tobago, Trinidad, Barbados and the music and food that flows from these cultures.

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 2. Toronto Pearson International Airport

3111 Convair Dr
Mississauga, ON L5P 1B2
Canada
(866) 207-1690

Category: Airports

5.0 star rating
  10/26/2008

Mississauga Rocks! I have flown Air Canada predominately  when I fly to Toronto.  Terminal 1 is Air Canada town. Modern design. Smooth self check in.  

The customs procedure is always painful and the line is long. I am just trying to get home. I…More »

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 3. Toronto Airport Express

6999 Ordan Dr
Mississauga, ON L5T 1K6
Canada
(800) 387-6787
5.0 star rating
  10/26/2008 First to Review

Still hands down the best transportation into Toronto, especially if your destination is Union Station , downtown city center Toronto or one of the large chain hotels in Toronto on the route.

The price is $30.00 Canadian round trip to ride the large…More »

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 4. The Bata Shoe Museum

327 Bloor St W
Toronto, ON M5S 1W7
Canada
(416) 979-7799

Category: Museums

Neighbourhoods: University of Toronto, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  10/27/2008

Shoes Shoes I must have those Shoes!

From the historic boots and shoes natives and European explorers and hunters wore to Elton John, Princess Diana and more contemporary styles one gets a good overview of how footwear has progressed over thousands of…More »

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 5. The Fairmont Royal York

100 Front St W
Toronto, ON M5J 2G4
Canada
(416) 368-2511

Category: Hotels

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  10/26/2008

One year for Caribana, I do undecided to splurge on a stay at this classic hotel. This is Queen Elizabeth's official residence when she travels to Canada.

The hotel is ornate and is full of history, especially the lobby. I enjoyed the spa facilities.…More »

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 6. The Guvernment

132 Queens Quay E
Toronto, ON M5A 3Y5
Canada
(416) 869-0045

Category: Music Venues

5.0 star rating
  10/25/2008

This club is HUGE. I love the different levels and themes of the rooms. My favorite area is the Roof. You have to ascend via a maze of staircases.  

The first level is the largest area and stage. It is the next 2-3 levels that are tricky.  The variety…More »

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 7. Cambridge Suites Hotel

15 Richmond St E
Toronto, ON M5C 1N2
Canada
(416) 867-3100

Category: Hotels

Neighbourhood: Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  10/26/2008

This was the first hotel I stayed in Toronto. I was trying to find a hotel close to the party scene on King Street. This was as close as I could get.

I enjoyed the suite extended stay feel to the hotel. Nice luxurious furnishings. Cool sound system.…More »

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 8. CN Tower

301 Front St W
Toronto, ON M5V 2T6
Canada
(416) 868-6937

Category: Landmarks & Historical Buildings

Neighbourhood: Entertainment District

5.0 star rating
  10/26/2008

I think it was well worth it to pay $$ to ride to all the levels of the tower to the top. I am glad I was with friends because the wait in the various lines is a bit tedious. Granted I was there in the summer, high tourist season.

I love the view of…More »

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 9. Casa Loma

1 Austin Terrace
Toronto, ON M5R 1X8
Canada
(416) 923-1171

Category: Museums

Neighbourhood: Casa Loma

4.0 star rating
  10/27/2008

I must have lucked out on the day I went with my Toronto native friend, we did not pay anything to walk around this historict mansion.

One thing you notice about the size of the rooms are they are not very large by today's standards.  The ballroom…More »

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 10. The Bay

44 Bloor St E
Toronto, ON M4W 3H7
Canada
(416) 972-3333

Category: Department Stores

Neighbourhoods: Church-Wellesley Village, Downtown Core

4.0 star rating
  10/26/2008

I liked coming here for the MAC counters. There are two.

This clothing store is like Macy's in the United States. They offer different departments ranging from youthful junior to trendy to upscale designer.

I used this store as a central marker on my…More »

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 11. MAC

363 Queen St W
Toronto, ON M5V 2A4
Canada
(416) 979-2171

Category: Cosmetics & Beauty Supply

Neighbourhoods: Entertainment District, Queen Street West, Downtown Core

5.0 star rating
  10/27/2008 First to Review

You have reached the Mothership when you shop at any of the MAC cosmetic stores in Toronto. This location is on one of my favorite shopping streets Queen Street.  The street is littered with cute eclectic boutiques.  

I was able to purchase some MAC…More »

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 12. The Strathcona Hotel

60 York St
Toronto, ON M5J 1S8
Canada
(416) 363-3321

Categories: Pubs, Hotels

Neighbourhoods: Financial District, Downtown Core

3.0 star rating
  10/26/2008

I had to stay here for Caribana one year. I had originally chose this hotel because they offer quad rooms. I was leading a tour until I had cancellations.

The room was small and cramped. I felt the hotel was a bit dated. The establishment is in a…More »

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