Roger's Center-Toronto Skydome

Rogers Centre is noted for being the first stadium to have a fully-retractable motorized roof, as well as a 348-room hotel attached to it, with 70 rooms overlooking the field. It is also the most recent North American major-league stadium built to accommodate both football and baseball, although some of the newer baseball parks have been known to host the occasional college football game. While it is primarily a sports venue, Rogers Centre also hosts other large-scale events such as conventions, trade fairs, and concerts.

Rogers Center (Formerly Toronto Skydome) situated close to Lake Ontario and the CN Tower, the world's first multi-purpose retractable domed stadium, and now a defining part of the Toronto skyline.Home to the Toronto Blue Jays since the 1989 season, as well as the Argonaut Canadian Football League squad, this $500-million-plus architectural marvel (formerly known as SkyDome) is the first stadium to have a fully retractable roof. Seating more than 50,000 for baseball, the stadium boasts the world's largest JumboTron scoreboard, a 346-room hotel with some suites facing the field, and a Hard Rock Cafe with field-view seating. Guided tours operate daily depending on the event schedule: Entrance Fee is CAD12.50.

Address: Front Street

Phone: +1 416 341 3663 / +1 888 654 652

Directions: One Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON M5V 1J3 Canada

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Roger's Center-Toronto Skydome

Casa Loma - A Legacy of Toronto's Elite

Casa Loma is Toronto's most prominent historic residence, bringing European elegance & high end living under one roof. Though it is nothing compared to any palace or castle in Europe, it is considered Toronto's prime estate. Casa Loma is complete with decorated suites, secret passages, an 800-foot tunnel, towers, stables, and beautiful 5-acre estate gardens. I somewhat detest the lack of colours (looks like a medieval residence), the lack of natural light & the choice of design within the interior of the building, but I guess that is what Torontonians preferred back then.

The outdoor architecture & landscaping is very beautiful, and it is set in a hilly area (very rare in Toronto), so the setting is very magical. The garden is a great place to relax and enjoy the flowers and fountain. The terrace offers a panoramic view of the residence grounds. Casa Loma was designed by E.J. Lennox. The castle was built with 300 men in 3 years, costing over three and a half million dollars (in 1914).

Highlights within Casa Loma include:

i) Great Hall: This is the main point of the castle. Notice the carefully crafted sculptures.

ii) The Conservatory: The floor marble is Italian but the side panels are of Ontario marble. In winter, steam pipes keep the flowers healthy.

iii) Peacock Alley: This passageway was modelled after a passageway in Windsor Castle.

iv) Sir Henry's Study: On either sides of the fireplace are secret doors.

Casa Loma was the dream home of a Toronto financier, industrialist & military man...Sir. Henry Pallett. Though he was one of Toronto's elite, he died a poor man : (

Casa Loma is open daily 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Last admission : 4:00 p.m.)

Address: 1 Austin Terrace

Phone: (416) 923 - 1171

Directions: By TTC: Dupont station (Spadina- University line) and walk north two blocks on Spadina Ave. At this point, climb the Baldwin Steps (110 steps) at Spadina Ave. and Davenport Road or walking up the hill on the west side of the castle.

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Casa Loma - A Legacy of Toronto's Elite

Toronto Landmark - City Hall at the Square

The Toronto City Hall is within the Nathan Phillips Square in Downtown Toronto. The square is named after Nathan Phillips, the Mayor from 1955 to 1962.

This tourist attraction became popular to both tourists and Canadians. The locals congregate around the pool to relax and people watch in the summer time and enjoy the Peace Garden in the middle. It is also at this season of the year when free concerts, dance performances and art exhibition are being held. You will also enjoy winter season in Toronto. The pool is being used and transformed as an outdoor skating rink. Please be aware that there are skates for rent in a small building at the square.

In one of the photos I posted here, you will see the arches over the pond or ice rink. This is called the Freedom Arches that was built in the Year 1989. There are still a lot to see at the Square to make your stay in Toronto a memorable one. Other tourist attractions can be reached on foot if you enjoy walking.

Come visit Toronto and I will show you around the downtown core including the most visited Nathan Phillips Square and The New Toronto City Hall.

Address: Downtown Toronto

Directions: Queen Street at Bay Street, Nathan Phillips Square, Toronto Canada

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Toronto Landmark - City Hall at the Square

Niagara Falls

Straddling the Canadian-United States International Border and both in the Province of Ontario
and the State of New York, Niagara Falls attracts some 12 Million tourists to her majestic awesome beauty each year. Niagara Falls is a set of massive waterfalls located on the Niagara River, straddling the international border separating the Canadian province of Ontario and the U.S. state of New York. The falls are located 17 miles (27 km) north-northwest of Buffalo, New York, 75 miles (120 km) south-southeast of Toronto, Ontario, between the twin cities of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York.

Niagara Falls is a massive cataract located on the Niagara River in Western New York and South Eastern Ontario. It consists of two waterfalls, which are separated by Goat Island. The larger cataract is the Horseshoe Falls, which is located in Canada. The Horseshoe Falls is 2600 feet wide and 173 feet high. The American Falls, which is located in the state of New York, is 1060 feet wide and 182 feet high. The Horseshoe Falls carries 9 times more water than the American Falls, approximately 194940 cubic feet of water flows over the brink each second. The Falls were given its name by the area’s first know inhabitants, the Neutral Indians. They called it “Niagara,” which means “thundering waters.” The Neutrals were the first know inhabitants in the Niagara region.

Niagara Falls is comprised of two major sections separated by Goat Island: Horseshoe Falls, mostly on the Canadian side of the border and American Falls on the United States side. The smaller Bridal Veil Falls also is located on the American side, separated from the main falls by Luna Island. Niagara Falls were formed when glaciers receded at the end of the Wisconsin glaciation (the last ice age), and water from the newly-formed Great Lakes carved a path through the Niagara Escarpment en route to the Atlantic Ocean. It is the most powerful waterfall in North America.

Address: Niagara Falls

Phone: (800) 563-2557; (905) 356-6061

Directions: Niagara Falls Tourism 5400 Robinson St Niagara Falls Ontario Canada L2G 2A6

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Niagara Falls

Harbourfront & Toronto Islands: Toronto's Centre Island

A very good place to unwind. Very romantic and an ideal place for the whole family. A place to enjoy the view of the harbourfront, the skyline of downtown Toronto, and the amusement park and rides for the kids.

You have a choice to go to any of the three islands: Hanlan's Point, Centre Island, & Ward's Island. If you are with the family and young children, I suggest you go to Centre Island. For more mature patrons, Hanlan's Point and Ward's Island are the places you need to discover.

Schedules of ferry boats to take you to any of the three islands are detailed in the linkpage I provided below. Ferry costs $6 for adults, $3.50 for students and seniors. $2.50 for children under 14 years old, and FREE for kids under 2 years old.

Enjoy and have fun! You have so much to discover in our Islands!

Directions: The Toronto Ferry Docks is located at the foot of Bay Street and Queens Quay, just West of the Westin Harbour Castle Hotel. From union station take the 509 Harbourfront or the 510 Spadina streetcar south to the Bay and Queen's Quay Stop.

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Harbourfront & Toronto Islands: Toronto's Centre Island

CN Tower: Canada's wonder of the world

There are already several tips on the CN Tower, so I will keep it short.

It is the world's tallest free standing structure and it is quite impressive.

I would suggest going an hour or so before sunset (don't forget to take into account the time you have to wait for the ticket) so you can enjoy the view night and day. We got there just as the sun was setting and could still see the orange clouds.

However, if you intend to take pictures, they are not going to come out great as there are safety nets/fences on the observation deck. You can take them from the inside, but with the thick (and dirty) glass they will not look perfect. At night it is even more difficult as there is a lot of light inside. So you should really go for the view.

Of course, there is the famous glass floor, which was not as impressive as I though it would be, maybe because it was starting to get dark or perhaps just because I was expecting more of it.

I was told that the Sky Pod is not worth the extra money (and waiting time) so we didn't go all the way up.

Obviously, try to go on a clear day. Being up there with bad visibility will surely make it a less enjoyable experience.

If possible, get the ticket at your Hotel, they will usually also give you a discount.

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CN Tower: Canada's wonder of the world