Visiting Toronto, Canada on a Budget

Summer Travel Guide

Sage M.
Toronto, Canada the city of diversity. Toronto is located in the Province of Ontario, Canada. Its a popular tourist destination and holds the record of being one of the cleanest cities. Thinking of a vacation in Toronto could be a costly trip however, with a little planning; visiting Toronto on a budget is possible.

First, research cheap fares from your city to Toronto, and book the flight once you find the fare you are seeking, it's important to always have travel insurance in case of cancellation. http//:www.cheapfares.com will help in finding you fares for visiting Toronto on a budget

Toronto has many five star hotels that offer the finest rooms and impeccable service, but this can run up to a couple of thousand dollars for a family of four. However, there are great alternatives to a five star hotel. Toronto offers a great selection of bed and breakfast accommodations which will satisfy every budget, they go from the basic to extravagant. This website will give you a listing of majority of the bed and breakfast in Ontario http://www.bbcanada.com/ontario/greater_toronto_area/toronto. For even cheaper stay check out the list ofhostels that are available ehttp://www.hostels.com/ca.on.to.html .

Now that accommodations are out of the way there are so many things to see and do in Toronto starting with Casa Loma built by Sir Henry Pellat in 1914 it's one of Toronto's most glamourous and spectacular attractions. Next the Toronto Eaton Center which is located in the heart of downtown on the Yonge Subway line. It is the premier in shopping in Toronto with it's 230 restaurants, stores and lounges. The Eaton Center is a spectacular shopping experience that won't disappoint. For those seeking bargain shopping will find a lot small shops along Queen St. that will offer great bargains. The St. Lawerence Matket was called by Food and Wine Magazine as one of 25 best markets in the world. It offers over 120 unique vendors and array of activities from a cooking school with popular local chefs to workshops. It's a great place to visit and enjoy the wonderful cuisine of the city.

If you are planning a cheap vacation to Toronto in August you will be able to enjoy the Caribbean festival known as Caribana which is a street festival featuring Reggae and Soca music, revelers on decorative floats and a variety of foods from the many Caribbean Islands. Standing inline is the Canadian National Exhibit affectionally called the Ex, it is held later in the month of August, this is where your day will be packed with different types of activities. There are rides, exhibit, celebrity meetings, film, casinos and much more to choose from.

It's wonderful planning day trips you enables you to truly enjoy Toronto, there are two exciting places to vist you will want to keep on your summer travel guide, one is the center Island which is located off Ward Island, this is a relaxing getaway from the busy Toronto scene. It is accessible by ferry for a minimal cost. The Island has a mirage' of biking, rollerblading and skating trails and for children there is Centerville amusement Park which offers day long rides and amusements, after a long hot day enjoy a relaxing picnic at one of the 21 picnic areas. Why not go for a swim at one of the two beaches on the island? Next there is world famous Niagara Falls, located just on the outskirt of Toronto at the New York boarder. You will be mesmerized by th e beauty of the falls. There are museums such as the wax museum and many more sights keep you entertained then maybe you will want to stay over at one of the hotels that offer cheap prices or head back to Toronto and visit one of the many night life attractions. Toronto is saturated with world renowned restaurants such as the 360 at The top of the CN Tower, you will be thrilled with it's glass floor . But for a more affordable place to eat all the eateries on Yonge Street, the foods will be tasty.

Getting around Toronto will be an easy feat, as there is the TTC, Toronto Transit Commission which runs 24 hours. There are two train lines that runs until 1am. Most of the attractions are on the bus route and can be accessed easily. Visiting Toronto on a budget is one of the best ways to truly see the culture and diversity of this beautiful city. I hope this travel guide Toronto will be of help.
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http://www.toronto.ca/parks/island/index.htm

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