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Toronto, the capital of

Ontario, is a vibrant,

multicultural city boasting

incredible attractions and

events. Located on the shores of

Lake Ontario, the city can be

reached from New Zealand by

flying via Los Angeles, San

Francisco or Vancouver.

The Rosemont Residences is

one of Toronto’s most desired

addresses, offering a variety of

spacious one-bedroom and

two-bedroom furnished and

unfurnished apartments. Centrally

located in the heart of Toronto’s

Theatre District, it’s close to

restaurants, entertainment,

shopping and entrance to the

PATH System (Toronto’s

underground walkway linking

30km of shopping, services and

entertainment) is directly across

the street. Guests can expect all

the modern amenities of a

five-star hotel combined with

home comforts to make your stay

welcoming. Whether it’s a week or

a month, you’ll love calling The

Rosemont Residences your home

away from home. The building’s

resort-style amenities include

rooftop lounge and patio with

barbecue stations and jacuzzi hot

tub, stadium-style movie theatre,

billiard and games room, golf

simulator, 24-hour fitness centre,

business centre, boardroom and

indoor lounge.

Toronto has a vibrant history of

change and growth and well-

known historian and author Bruce

Bell brings this to life using his

wealth of knowledge and

experience. St Lawrence Market is

an important piece of Toronto’s

history and has been the

community’s beating heart and

culinary focal point since 1803.

Today it’s a place to connect,

share stories, taste and discover

great food. Bruce Bell Tours offer

a unique 90-minute guided walk

and food tasting tour of these

markets where you can hear about

its fascinating 200-year history.

You’ll also walk around Old Town

Toronto including stops at King

Edward Hotel, St James Cathedral

and other historical sites along

the way.

For those with a sweet tooth or

a love for different cuisines, the

Kensington Market Sweet Tour

with Tasty Tours is tailor-made.

Visit bakeries, chocolate shops

and more while sampling lots of

delicious sweet goodies and

learning the story behind the

treats you’re eating. Whether you

like chocolates, cupcakes or

pastries, you’ll find something

sweet to make your taste buds

sing! Travel the world in an

afternoon and taste a variety of

multicultural sweets in the crazy,

colourful neighbourhood of

Kensington Market. Discover

little known secrets about sweets

to impress at your next dinner

party and try some new and

interesting delicacies.

Cabbagetown was a rundown

area of Toronto but is now the

largest continuous area of

preserved Victorian homes in

North America. The streets are

lined with stately brick row houses

fronted by immaculate urban

gardens and range in size from

cute little workers’ cottages, to

three-storey family homes, to

mansions. The Cabbagetown

Preservation Association (CPA)

preserves the architectural

integrity and historic character

and organises tours and events

throughout the year, focusing on

the history as well as the

remarkable people who once

called this area home. Close by

downtown, history buffs will enjoy

From coast-to-coast, Canada is filled with unexpected wonders, but it’s the east

that Kiwis are becoming fascinated with. saraH WeeKs absorbs the cosmopolitan

ambiance of Toronto, experiences the mighty Niagara Falls and discovers the distinctive

French culture of romantic Montreal.

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this walk as a break away from the busy

city and an opportunity to learn about the

city’s heritage.

Toronto is full of majestic buildings,

monuments, museums and galleries, a

vibrant street life and inspiring green spaces.

What better way to capture your experience

than with LiveToronto’s Dustin Fuhs,

providing unique and customised walking

tours as your tour guide and personal

photographer? Enjoy a 60 to 90 minute

private walking tour of downtown Toronto as

you make your way through the streets on a

customised route Dustin creates based on

your personal interests. Each tour ends on

the breathtaking waterfront at Queen’s Quay

Terminal – a great opportunity for picture-

perfect photography! You’ll get the VIP

treatment plus receive remarkable photos to

remember your Toronto experience.

Lake Ontario provides the best vantage

point to view Toronto and Mariposa Cruises

offers a range of cruise experiences to enjoy

the city’s spectacular skyline. Regularly

scheduled harbour tours depart daily from

mid-May to September and offer a lively and

informative narration with indoor/outdoor

seating, a fully licensed bar, snacks and

restrooms. Spend a relaxing afternoon with a

lunch cruise and take a leisurely sailing

through the Toronto Harbour and Islands and

enjoy a delicious buffet-style lunch.

CityPASS ticket booklets offer a 45 per

cent saving on admission to the five best

attractions in Toronto – CN Tower, Royal

Ontario Museum (ROM), Casa Loma, Toronto

Zoo and Ontario Science Centre. You’ll also

skip ticket lines and be able to take your time

visiting each attraction. Perhaps Toronto’s

best-known landmark is the world-famous CN

Tower, a national icon and one of the world’s

tallest buildings. Whether you’re interested in

dinosaurs, Canadian history, ancient Egypt,

biodiversity and more – there’s something

exciting for everyone at ROM, Canada’s

largest museum of natural history and world

cultures. You can also experience the

elegance and splendour of the Edwardian era

at Casa Loma Castle as you tour through

secret passages and tunnels, take in

spectacular city views from the unique

towers and enjoy magnificent gardens, May

through October.

Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is Toronto’s

newest attraction next to the CN Tower. As

Canada’s largest indoor aquarium, visitors

can immerse themselves in a world of

15,000 aquatic animals and discover an

underwater adventure fit for the whole family

to enjoy. The aquarium features North

America’s longest underwater viewing tunnel,

more than 5.7 million litres of water and has

over 100 interactive opportunities including

three touch pools featuring horseshoe crabs,

sharks and rays. This awe-inspiring aquarium

consists of nine carefully curated galleries

showcasing a cross section of saltwater

and freshwater environments from around

the world.

If you’re a shoe fan, you’ll love the Bata

Shoe Museum. Explore the world at your feet

through a stunning collection of more than

13,000 shoes and related artefacts that span

4,500 years of history in four impressive

galleries. A cultural gem in the heart of

Toronto, this museum is an internationally-

acclaimed institution and architectural

treasure. You’ll discover unique and

interesting footwear ranging from Chinese-

bound foot shoes and ancient Egyptian

sandals to chestnut-crushing clogs and

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glamorous platforms – even shoes owned by

world-famous performers, athletes,

politicians and artists.

Kiwis love rugby and Canadians love

hockey! Visitors can experience the game

that defines Canada at the Hockey Hall of

Fame featuring a collection of hockey

artefacts from around the world, state-of-the-

art games that challenge shooting and

goalkeeping skills, theatres, larger-than-life

statues, a replica NHL dressing room, NHL

trophies including, best of all, hands-on

access to The Stanley Cup. You can also

watch a 3D film mixing hockey action with

computer-generated 3D animation and

classic archival footage from some of the

most renowned moments in Stanley Cup

history – a great snapshot of the game to

introduce you to the sport.

With a collection of more than 80,000

works of art, the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO)

is among the more distinguished art

museums in North America. From the vast

body of Group of Seven and signature

Canadian works to the African art gallery,

from the cutting-edge contemporary art to

Peter Paul Rubens’ masterpiece The

Massacre of The Innocents, the AGO offers

an incredible art experience. Designed by

world-renowned architect Frank Gehry, the

museum features a gleaming showcase of

wood and glass running the length of an

entire city block and a spiral staircase

connecting the new contemporary art

galleries to each other. The gallery also

houses the world’s largest public collection

of Henry Moore sculptures.

Get your horse-betting fix while staying

in the city at Turf Lounge, a sleek,

contemporary and classic restaurant that

brings the thrill of horse racing while offering

an unforgettable dining experience. It’s the

combination of racing excitement and

culinary excellence within this historic setting

that makes it the best bet on Bay Street. The

distinguished main bar with its vaulted

ceilings and chic décor anchor the dining

lounge and private rooms. Experience

elegance and style in a relaxed atmosphere

with delicious food and great service.

If you’re up for a good laugh, The Second

City Comedy Club is a fun night out with a

group of friends. Specialising in sketch

comedy, the club has been delighting Toronto

audiences for more than 40 years. Located

in the heart of the Entertainment District,

this fully-licensed cabaret theatre offers

a full bar and food menu with table

service available throughout the performance.

Their latest show, Sixteen Scandals, is a

daring new collection of satirical sketches,

songs and improvisations from Toronto’s

premier comedy troupe. Join them for an

evening of laughter as they strip away all

pretences and unmask the true motivations

behind the unhealthy fascination with

political train wrecks, media fiascos and

red-carpet meltdowns.

Step back in time with epic battles,

jousting tournaments, royal feasts, knights

and romance at Medieval Times Dinner &

Tournament, an exciting, family-friendly

dinner attraction inspired by an 11th century

feast and tournament. Guests are served a

four-course banquet and cheer for one of six

knights competing in the joust and other

tests of skill. Witness brave knights on

horseback in a tournament of sword fighting

while feasting on a fabulous food. Experience

thrilling hand-to-hand combat, displays of

extraordinary horsemanship and falconry

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Toronto is a vibrant, multicultural city on the shores of Lake Ontario.

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– perfect for Game of Thrones fans!

Niagara Falls is a short drive from Toronto

and packed with amazing attractions,

world-class dining and family adventure,

making it the perfect day trip. Niagara Falls

Day Tour offers spectacular daily bus tours to

Niagara Falls to experience the most

powerful waterfall in the world first hand.

The tour includes a visit to the Skylon Tower

and observation deck, a stop in the historic

town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, a ride on the

Maid of the Mist boat and a wine tasting at

Niagara Winery. The tour guide will also point

out sights along the way such as Queenston

Heights Brock Monument, Niagara Parks

floral clock, hydro power stations, whirlpool

rapids and Niagara Gorge and you’ll even get

free time at the Falls for lunch, sightseeing

or shopping.

Just over an hour’s flight or 5.5-hour drive

north-east lies the stylish, glamorous and

highly creative city of Montréal, the world’s

second-largest French-speaking city. Feel the

history along the cobbled streets of Old

Montréal or take a bus to Mount Royal, the

city’s peak and scan the horizon.

Settled in the heart of Old Montreal and

nearby some of the area’s best historical

sights, attractions, shopping, dining and

nightlife, experience the unique gem that is

Hotel Gault. This incredible 30-suite hotel is

housed in a historic five-story building dating

back to 1871. It’s minimalist design is

perfectly complemented with five-star

modern amenities and provides guests with a

fantastic boutique experience. You’ll enjoy

dedicated, hands-on service that sets the

hotel apart from the rest. The hotel combines

old-world comfort with luxurious modern

design with each spacious loft-style suite

featuring large French windows overlooking

cobbled streets and offering stunning views.

Suites are open-plan with heated floors and

exposed brick or stone walls, giving a warm,

chic atmosphere. Hotel Gault is a member of

Preferred Hotel Group, a collection of 650

independent hotels worldwide.

No matter where you go, from Chinatown

to Little Italy to the Latin Quarter to the Gay

Village, you’ll be treated to world-famous

fusion fare served with smiling multicultural

friendliness. ‘Round Table Tours can take you

on a food tasting throughout the regions and

cultures that make up this city. Their Iberian

Montreal tour visits high-end restaurants,

food production sites and specialised

grocery stores. You’ll enjoy eating a variety

of Spanish tapas, Portuguese petiscos and

Basque pintxos on this tour, visiting three

restaurants for tapas paired with carefully

chosen wines.

Meet chefs and shop owners and

hear stories of how Montreal’s food has

evolved over the years. Enjoy an intimate

experience and be inspired to start your

own culinary adventure.

An oasis in the heart of the city, the

Montréal Biodôme recreates some of the

most beautiful ecosystems of the Americas

which visitors can immerse themselves in.

Listen to the sounds of the tropical

rainforest, search for lynx in the Laurentian

Maple Forest, dive into the heart of the Gulf

of St Lawrence and say hello to penguins in

the Sub-Antarctic Islands.

For a change of perspective, check out the

Planetarium next door and take off into a

moving space odyssey to the sound of

symphonic music. This boldly-designed

building equipped with cutting-edge

technology invites you to discover the finest

starry sky of Montréal with the help of an

experienced guide. Both these attractions

are great fun and educational. ✈

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