Best living Experience with Toronto Corporate Housing Executive suites

Toronto prides itself in having a vast range of exquisite accommodations. If you are planning a short trip or an extended stay in this city, you must consider the amount you can afford to spend on them. If you choose to reside in a hotel, it can prove to be rather costly for you. For most people, a better and more feasible option in terms of staying here is available in the form of vacation rentals serviced apartments. These are usually affordable accommodations that provide guests with different types of luxuries of good hotels. They also provide an environment of a home away from home which is really appreciable.  For business travelers, the best form of accommodations in Toronto is the Toronto Corporate Housing Executive suites. These are furnished suites that are stylish and contemporary with various facilities.

The Toronto Corporate Housing Executive suites are conveniently located near the historic Yorkville, Rogers Centre, CN Tower, University of Toronto, museums, sports centre, Air Canada Centre and Harbor front. These corporate residences are equipped with round the clock concierge for greeting guests and providing them with adequate security. Some luxurious facilities include state of the art amenities such as whirlpool, indoor pool and gym apart from private health club. The vacation rentals serviced apartments in Toronto offer lesser prices than three star hotels. They also provide more space than any typical hotel in this city. The best method of choosing the right apartment is to ensure that it meets all your requirements and preferences.

The vacation rentals serviced apartments are basically luxury apartment rentals located right at the heart of Toronto. You will find them available for rent in terms of weekly and monthly basis. These are widely available in the form of short term apartments for rent all over the city that cater to a variety of needs of the guests. These apartments provide more privacy than other typical hotels and you can relax and rejuvenate yourself at the end of a long day of business meetings or tiring sightseeing. The Toronto Corporate Housing Executive suites give their guests royal treatment in terms of the amenities they provide to them. With a fully equipped kitchen with large and small appliances, en-suite washer as well as dryer makes the stay more suitable and comfortable.

If you plan to visit Toronto for business or official purposes, then choosing an accommodation from Toronto Corporate Housing Executive suites will be the best option. These are especially designed for the relocation of corporate executives, business travelers or even for temporary lodging for the purpose of film shoots. As a guest here, you will receive linens, cable T.V and phone, designer furniture, weekly housekeeping and houseware. The vacation rentals serviced apartments have a wide selection that include furnished apartments, five bedroom apartments meant for families, studios for couples or business people traveling by themselves and even lofts. Such apartments are widely available in downturn Toronto. Concierge service, access to gyms and a lot more are included in the apartment’s rent. With completely functional kitchens, quality features of security, decorated and spacious rooms, laundry services and lavish bedrooms, you possibly could not ask for more.

Toronto Shopping | Chic Boutiques to Funky Finds

Whether you are browsing the chic Yorkville boutiques, digging through deals in Chinatown or discovering funky vintage finds in Kensington Market, Toronto shopping offers something for every type of shopper, from the most trend-savvy fashionista to the sharpest bargain hunter. Check out these popular Toronto shopping destinations and discover great areas of this amazing city at the same time!

Toronto Eaton Centre
Millions of shoppers every year make their way to the Toronto Eaton Centre, located at the corner of Yonge and Dundas Streets in the heart of downtown Toronto. There are more than two hundred shops and restaurants housed on the four levels of this glass-domed mall, ranging from upscale retailers A/X Armani Exchange and BCBG to mall favourites like Abercrombie & Fitch and American Eagle Outfitters. A tip for tourists: visit the Guest Service Info Desk on Level 2 for a free city map and brochures on local attractions.

Bloor-Yorkville
The swanky Bloor-Yorkville shopping district is Toronto’s version of New York’s Fifth Avenue. The main shopping area on Bloor Street is lined with one chic designer boutique after another including Gucci, Prada, Chanel and Burberry. The historic Yorkville neighbourhood nestled between Yonge and Avenue Roads is also dotted with trendy shops such as Anthropologie, Jeanne Lottie and Vera Wang, as well as several funky bistros and bars. A tip for tourists visiting Toronto in September: this area is a celebrity hotspot during the Toronto International Film Festival.

Kensington Market and Chinatown
Seeking a more eclectic shopping experience? A must-see destination when visiting Toronto are the narrow streets of the Kensington Market neighbourhood- particularly for vintage lovers and bargain hunters. Tucked between College Street, Spadina Avenue and Dundas St. West, Kensington Market is home to several vintage shops including Courage My Love, Flashback and Exile as well as hipster favourite Bungalow, which features retro home decor pieces and a mix of new and vintage apparel.

Just steps from the Market stretching up and down Spadina between King and College Streets is Toronto’s vibrant Chinatown, which is lined with dozens of shops offering great deals on everything from clothing to housewares.

Queen Street West and West Queen West
The popular Queen Street West shopping area between Yonge Street and Bathurst Avenue is packed with a mix of funky shops like John Fluevog Shoes and trendsetter favourites H&M and Zara, as well as dozens of hip cafes, bars and bistros.

Head further west along Queen past Bathurst Street and the bigger retailers give way to an edgier collection of boutiques featuring cutting edge styles by local designers, as well several art galleries and furniture stores. This area from Bathurst to Gladstone Avenue, known as West Queen West, is Toronto’s Art and Design District and boasts the largest concentration of art galleries in Canada.

The Distillery District
Toronto is a city with a rich past, and a visit to the Distillery District offers visitors a taste of the city’s history as well as a unique collection of boutiques, art galleries and restaurants. Located east of the downtown core, whiskey production took place throughout the 19th century in the carefully restored distillery buildings, which now house some of the funkiest shopping in the city. From the stunning boutique Lileo with its organic lines and renowned denim collection to the popular foodie destination A Taste of Quebec which offers a delectable selection of artisan cheeses and other gourmet specialities, there is plenty of unique shopping to explore on the cobblestone streets of Toronto’s Distillery District.

St. Lawrence Market
Love shopping for food? St. Lawrence Market is a must-stop for foodies visiting Toronto. The Saturday Farmers’ Market in the North Market has been a city tradition since 1803, with vendors setting up at the crack of dawn to showcase their fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables. The South Market features over 50 merchants renowned for their incredible array of meat, fish, baked goods, desserts and produce. Located west of Jarvis Street between King Street East and the Esplanade, St. Lawrence Market is easy to get to from downtown Toronto.

Fine art, funky fashion and fabulous food… you can find it all shopping in Toronto!

25 Great Things To See And Do In Toronto

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For the real Toronto experience, take some pointers from someone who knows it inside and out. Toronto-loving editor Stacey McLeod picks the 25 things you’ve got to do before you head back home.

1. Lie face down on the glass floor at the CN Tower
It looks scary but this two-and-a-half inch thick glass floor can withstand the weight of 14 large hippos. However, looking face down at a 1,122 ft. drop is bound to give you a few butterflies.

2. Sit upstairs at Union Station during rush hour
Rush hour at Union Station is a chaotic affair, with commuters scrambling to catch trains and cramming subway platforms. But while downstairs can feel claustrophobic, the Great Hall’s coffered vault ceilings upstairs offers a reprieve. You can look up and admire the stunning architecture while the chaos goes by around you.

3. Skate at Nathan Phillips Square
A winter visit to Toronto wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the skating rink at Nathan Phillips Square at Toronto’s city hall. Skate rentals, indoor change rooms and snack bars are on-site.

4. Tour the Steam Whistle Brewery
Tour one of Toronto’s most interesting historic buildings, The Roundhouse, while sampling one of the city’s signature beers. Steam Whistle Brewery tours are $8 to $24 (depending on whether you want to leave with a bottle opener or a 12 pack of beer) and go daily from noon to 6 p.m.

5. Have a hot chocolate at Soma in The Distillery District
Once you try a steaming cup of this rich and creamy hot chocolate, made on the premises from pure, exotic ingredients, you’ll never be able to spoon out the powdery instant stuff again.

6. Do a bike tour of Toronto Island
Tour Toronto’s island oasis on a bicycle. There are several ways to see the car-free island on wheels, like Sights on Bikes where for $40 you get a ferry ride, a two-hour island tour and a chance to explore special spots like the haunted lighthouse at Gibraltar Point.

7. Go shopping at Honest Ed’s
With a sign lit up by 23,000 bulbs, this Toronto landmark is hard to miss. Honest Ed’s has been dishing out deals since 1948 and even claim to be the world’s first true bargain store. Household items are often cheaper than a dollar store and there’s stuff everywhere, so get ready to do some digging.

8. Walk the boardwalk at The Beach
During warm months, the boardwalk (stretching 3 km along Toronto’s lakeshore) is full of skateboarders, volleyballers, bike rider, Rollerbladers, dog walkers, baby pushers, seagulls and joggers. There are swimming pools, a canoe club, lawn bowling, tennis courts and endless benches where you can chill out with an ice cream cone and watch Lake Ontario’s waves come in.

9. Go to Dundas Square
Like it or hate it, it’s worth a visit to this concrete public space. With billboards, big lights, concerts and public events, Dundas Square is hailed as Toronto’s Times Square and gives visitors a taste of the bustling downtown Yonge Street.

10. Dine at a famous chef’s place
Toronto has a rep as home to some of the best chefs and restaurants in the world so splurge and enjoy a meal by a famous local chef like Jamie Kennedy or Susur Lee (as seen on Iron Chef America).

11. Take a city walking tour
Instead of walking around the streets aimlessly, seek out a little guidance. You’ll go home with a history of the city that most Torontonians don’t even know. There are tons of walking tours across the city, like downtown excursions, small neighbourhood tours, walks through the Don Valley and even historic tours of haunted parts of the city. Try multicultural walking tours from A Taste of the World.

12. Get out of the downtown core
Many of Toronto’s neighbourhoods aren’t far from the core and offer a true Toronto experience, not just the polished perspective of tourist-heavy downtown. Each neighbourhood in Toronto is unique. You can go antique shopping in Leslieville, do an art gallery crawl in Parkdale, grab some fresh produce from Kensington Market and pay a visit to a Polish bakery in Roncesvalles.

13. Ride the Queen streetcar
Almost every tourist snaps a photo of a red Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) streetcar. One-up them by taking a ride on one. There are always interesting characters on board and since it’s above ground, you can take the scenic route and check out the sights as you travel to your destination. Cash fare is $2.75 a trip or you can buy daily, weekly and family passes.

14. Go shopping in Chinatown
A walk through Toronto’s Chinatown is an incredible experience, with intense crowds at all times of day, cheap goods and markets as far as the eye can see. Countless restaurants serve up dumplings, Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean cuisine, and stores have cheap clothes, housewares and electronics.

15. Have a coffee in Kensington Market
This eclectic, artistic ‘hood is Toronto’s people-watching central, and a great place to grab a cup of coffee. Check out Moonbean or I Deal Coffee.

17. Eat corn on the sidewalk in Little India in the summer
Summertime in the Gerrard Street India Bazaar is a whirlwind of smells and colours, and many restaurants take their kitchens to the sidewalk, serving up roasted corn on the cob that you can garnish with a variety of spices.

16. Window shop in Yorkville
Sometimes it’s best not to check price tags in Yorkville, but it’s still fun to take a peek inside and dream.

18. Take a train ride through High Park
Summertime in the city’s magical High Park wouldn’t be complete without a ride on the trackless train. The train runs every 25 minutes and weaves through much of the park’s 399 acres of scenery.

19. Walk the entire PATH
The PATH is the world’s largest underground shopping complex, connecting Toronto’s downtown core and business district. There are 27 kilometres of stores, food courts and places to hang out, and if you get lost in the tunnels (and you will get lost), there are maps and arrows everywhere to help you find your way. It’s worth the walk.

20. Check out a local band
As Canada’s biggest city, musicians from all over the country move here in search of a big break. Bars like The Cameron House and Dakota Tavern feature great acts nightly, and you can check our live music chart to see what’s happening throughout the city this week.

21. Sample honey at St. Lawrence Market
With rows of vendors and one-of-a-kind finds, St. Lawrence Market is a rush in itself. If you’re looking for a sugar rush though, check out Honey World on the lower level. You can sample dozens of delicious specialty honeys like lavender honey, New Zealand honey and Manuka honey, and will definitely leave with a buzz.

22. Tour the CBC building
The Canadian Broadcast Centre, CBC’s flagship building in Toronto, houses some of Canada’s most beloved national shows and journalists. Visitors can tour both the building and the CBC Museum for a look at some of Canada’s television history, and even catch a free taping of The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos during the week.

23. Eat Souvlaki on The Danforth
A trip to Toronto’s Greektown wouldn’t be complete without sampling its famous souvlaki. You can’t step two feet on the strip without finding a souvlaki house, but a well-loved starting point is Messini’s Authentic Gyros, where they stick the fries right in the pita.

24. Have dinner in Little Italy
Toronto’s Little Italy neighbourhood is renowned for its selection of restaurants, Italian or not. Check out our restaurants page for some places to go.

25. Read in the garden at Casa Loma
Casa Loma is Toronto’s castle on top of the hill and a romantic spot to spend an afternoon. Although a tour through the historic building is definitely worthwhile, so is a visit to Casa Loma’s beautiful garden in the summertime. The garden is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and there are tons of benches and little corners where you can curl up with a book and relax under the shade of a tree.

 

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