this is my city.

a blog dedicated to TORONTO and everything that goes on within this fabulous metropolis.
fashion, dining, nightlife, tourism, art, culture; everything to experience when visiting or living in this city.

comments and questions are encouraged!

TdotXO.
~ Friday, November 18 ~
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readyridiculous asked: Hey I'm considering taking a trip to Toronto for NYE, any suggestions on (cheap) hotels? General info?

Hi!

Toronto is great for NYE! There are a ton of events being held, but some can become very pricey. For club events, it’s usually best to get a ticket in advance and give yourself A LOT of time to get to your destination and get in (the lines are huge everywhere). 

In terms of hotels, I’ve stayed at the One King West Suites before (twice on NYE) and have found it to have reasonably good deals. It isn’t ideal for partying there because they have a very strict policy against it and require you to agree and sign a promise that you won’t be doing anything of the sort (i.e. just keep it reasonably quiet). 

Most hotels will be charging higher rates just because of the night, so it’s best to book early. I’ve had good experiences with Hotwire for booking hotels in Toronto. When booking with hotwire, I try to keep it to above 3 stars and they also give you a geographical range which is helpful. For NYE, taxis can become super expensive because of how busy it is all over the place. I would recommend finding a hotel close to the subway line where you can easily get to where you’re going. It’s open all night and is FREE on NYE! 

Let me know if I can help you in any other way! Toronto for NYE completely depends on what you’re up for doing. Whatever you decide, it is bound to be a great time with a ton of energy!

Enjoy!

TdotXO


~ Tuesday, October 4 ~
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I have taken a little bit of a break from blogging while in school.

apologies, Toronto!

TdotXO.


~ Thursday, September 15 ~
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Get your TIFF on while you can!

TdotXO.


~ Friday, September 2 ~
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Yonge; not Young (…in any sense)!

if you can’t spell “Yonge” properly, you clearly weren’t born in the GTA…or you’re still in elementary school…(or you’re just a terrible speller?)

either way, I forgive you. just remember to ignore the spell check and autocorrect on your computer and phone, respectively, in order to represent your city properly!

and visit the longest street in the world sometime; I’m sure you’re fairly close by! 

TdotXO.

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Brazilian Day Canada

Yonge & Dundas Square — Saturday, Sunday & Monday of Labour Day Weekend 2011!

enjoy the culture, Toronto!

TdotXO.

(Source: braziliandaycanada.ca)

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~ Thursday, August 25 ~
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Toronto storm, 08/24/2011.

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~ Thursday, August 11 ~
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Toronto track & field

Distance: several blocks. Competitor: the streetcar. Conditions: sunshine and smog. Outcome: streetcar-1, you-0 with you reaching the finish line (i.e. your office) a little sweaty and out of breath (unlike your “glory days,” of course).

TdotXO.

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~ Wednesday, August 10 ~
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August 13th — Daves’ Day.
This is kind of hilarious.
For some reason the poster downloaded to my computer in this coloration rather than the dark one posted on Facebook (the version that conveniently made Michelangelo’s David less…prominent).
Ah well, I love this promo.
If my father used internet, I would send him the link. Since he refuses to, I will pass this message on verbally. For anyone else in the same boat, inform the Daves! 
Free Tea [for some], Toronto!
TdotXO.

August 13th — Daves’ Day.

This is kind of hilarious.

For some reason the poster downloaded to my computer in this coloration rather than the dark one posted on Facebook (the version that conveniently made Michelangelo’s David less…prominent).

Ah well, I love this promo.

If my father used internet, I would send him the link. Since he refuses to, I will pass this message on verbally. For anyone else in the same boat, inform the Daves! 

Free Tea [for some], Toronto!

TdotXO.

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itsalessia:

C Lounge, Toronto.

A beautiful patio. Please let me in during the day.

Thanks, C lounge, for tempting me with photos of a patio I will not likely ever be on in sunlight (I do admit, however, it is quite beautiful at night as well).

TdotXO.

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LABOUR OF LOVE — TWO-DAY FESTIVAL
The Guvernment / Kool Haus Entertainment Complex, located at 132 Queens Quay East, Toronto M5A 3Y5.
Begins: Saturday September 3, 2011 at 9:30pm
Break (regain your soul): 7:01am-9:29pm Sunday September 4, 2011. 
Ends: Monday September 5, 2011 at 7am. 
Line-Up Schedule (& other details): will be posted online 24-hours before the event. 
Admission: currently $95, available for purchase on TicketDriver
1 ticket = access to both nights
BUT:
A 2-day wristband IS required for entry into event
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TO OBTAIN WRISTBAND: 
PRE CHECK-IN recommended to reduce wait times:
For the dates & location below, only by appointment via email request: tickets@ink-00.com
When?
Monday 22nd – Friday 26th August
Monday 29th & Tuesday 30th August
 Where?
The Guvernment / Kool Haus Entertainment Complex, located at 132 Queens Quay East, Toronto M5A 3Y5.
To obtain wristband without an appointment:
When?
Wed. 31st Aug - Pre check-in open 1-3pm Thu. 1st Sept - Pre check-in open noon-4pm Fri. 2nd Sept - Pre check-in open 11am-5pm Sat. 3rd Sept - Pre check-in open 6:30pm- onwardSun. 4th Sept - Pre check-in open 8:30pm onward
Where?
Email/call for location details:tickets@ink-00.com or (416) 869-0045
IF UNABLE TO ATTEND PRE CHECK-IN:
If you cannot attend a pre check-in time, the check-in centre will be open until 3am on each night of the event to collect your wristband. 
//
WRISTBAND DETAILS:
This wristband is valid for entry to the Labour Of Love Festival at the Guvernment / Kool Haus Entertainment Complex on Saturday the 3rd and Sunday the 4th of September 2011. With this wristband you may enter the venue at any time during both nights.
The wristband is non-transferable
The purchaser or recipient of this wristband is 19 years of age or older – Valid government issued photo ID must be presented upon entry
Loose-fitting wristbands will not be valid for entry.
Wristband is not valid if not properly attached to wrist or tampered with in any way.
guard it with your life (no replacements if lost, stolen).
keep loving your bangers, Toronto!
TdotXO.

LABOUR OF LOVE — TWO-DAY FESTIVAL

The Guvernment / Kool Haus Entertainment Complex, located at 132 Queens Quay East, Toronto M5A 3Y5.

Begins: Saturday September 3, 2011 at 9:30pm

Break (regain your soul): 7:01am-9:29pm Sunday September 4, 2011. 

Ends: Monday September 5, 2011 at 7am. 

Line-Up Schedule (& other details): will be posted online 24-hours before the event. 

Admission: currently $95, available for purchase on TicketDriver

  • 1 ticket = access to both nights

BUT:

  • A 2-day wristband IS required for entry into event

//

TO OBTAIN WRISTBAND:

PRE CHECK-IN recommended to reduce wait times:

  • For the dates & location below, only by appointment via email request: tickets@ink-00.com

When?

Monday 22nd – Friday 26th August

Monday 29th & Tuesday 30th August

 Where?

The Guvernment / Kool Haus Entertainment Complex, located at 132 Queens Quay East, Toronto M5A 3Y5.

  • To obtain wristband without an appointment:

When?

Wed. 31st Aug - Pre check-in open 1-3pm 
Thu. 1st Sept - Pre check-in open noon-4pm 
Fri. 2nd Sept - Pre check-in open 11am-5pm 
Sat. 3rd Sept - Pre check-in open 6:30pm- 
onward
Sun. 4th Sept - Pre check-in open 8:30pm 
onward

Where?

Email/call for location details:
tickets@ink-00.com or (416) 869-0045

IF UNABLE TO ATTEND PRE CHECK-IN:

If you cannot attend a pre check-in time, the check-in centre will be open until 3am on each night of the event to collect your wristband. 

//

WRISTBAND DETAILS:

  • This wristband is valid for entry to the Labour Of Love Festival at the Guvernment / Kool Haus Entertainment Complex on Saturday the 3rd and Sunday the 4th of September 2011. With this wristband you may enter the venue at any time during both nights.
  • The wristband is non-transferable
  • The purchaser or recipient of this wristband is 19 years of age or older – Valid government issued photo ID must be presented upon entry
  • Loose-fitting wristbands will not be valid for entry.
  • Wristband is not valid if not properly attached to wrist or tampered with in any way.
  • guard it with your life (no replacements if lost, stolen).

keep loving your bangers, Toronto!

TdotXO.

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