Toronto’s summer has officially begun! International visitors have been trickling into the CDT headquarters from all over the world, many of whom are coming to the Greater Toronto Area for their first time. If you are one of the many IDTs making the trip to the most multicultural city in the world we have a few suggestions for things you can do to make your trip the best experience in both business and pleasure, starting with Canada’s Independence Day celebrations. If you are here on July 1^st there are many festivities taking place throughout the cities parks and venues.

 

See the many sites or attend the many festivals that go on in our city during the summer months each year. Visit landmarks such as the CN Tower or tour Niagara’s wine country then see one of the wonders of the world, Niagara Falls. In this veritable potpourri of culture, food, and art, you will find many memorable things to do during your stay here. See the lists and links below for restaurants, hotels, and activities that will make your Toronto trip outstanding.

 

Shopping

CDT - Find high quality diamonds for half the retail price.

Hazleton Lanes - High end designer clothing and merchandise.

Kensington Market - Toronto’s historical bohemian market, unusual, eclectic, fun.

Dundas Square - The hub of the city great shopping and sites and a few blocks away from the CN Tower.

Toronto’s Eaton Centre - Our largest Department Store in the heart of Dundas Square

 

Site Seeing, Arts and Culture

CN Tower - Toronto’s most notable landmark.

Niagara Falls - Nature, Casinos, and site seeing.

Niagara wine country - Tours and wine tasting for the connoisseur.

Marineland - See the whales and dolphins play.

Woodbine Race Track & Slots - Try your luck & have some fun.

Casa Loma - Tour this beautiful castle in the heart of the city.

Royal Ontario Museum - Take in art and history at our famous museum.

The Distillery Historic District - This historic section of Toronto offers many eclectic and fun shops and events.

 

 

Entertainment

http://www.mirvish.com/  - See a play or musical.

Ontario Place - Cultural festivals and fun for kids of all ages.

Wonderland - Ontarios largest theme park fun for the whole family.

Club district - Visit King West to experience the night life and dance the night away.

Yacht Charter - Enjoy a cruise and take in the lake side scenery.

 

 

Restaurants

Whether street food or 5 star restaurants there are far too many places to eat to mention but you can start with the dozens of establishments on www.toronto.com/restaurants to find some of the cities best fare from every culture.

 

Hotels

Royal York - Beautiful hotel located downtown near all the action.

Holiday inn - Great economy hotel.

More great hotels - http://www.toronto.com/hotels

 

To find more events and information to plan your trip to Toronto see the other links below.

http://www.seetorontonow.com/

www.toronto.com

http://winesofontario.org/

Points of interest - http://www.poifriend.com

 

 

Reminder: Canadian Diamond Traders Inc. will be closed on Wednesday July 1^st 2009 for Canada’s Independence Holiday. Regular business hours will commence on Thursday July 2^nd 2009.

Happy Birthday Canada !!!