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Travel with the Kids - Toronto
When you are taking the kids on vacation, choosing a location that will make everyone happy can be a challenge. Toronto, Ontario is one of the most interesting cities in Canada to vacation with young children; offering endless options for entertainment, amusement and cultural adventure for the whole family. Surprisingly, for a city of 3 million people, it is very easy to get around.
WHERE TO STAY
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Recently renovated, Fairmont Royal York is a historic hotel in the center of it all. The lobby has been transformed into a vibrant spot for parents to have a drink and the breakfast buffet in Reign Restaurant was perfectly delicious for hungry travelers of all ages. Families checking in can expect fluffy Fairmont robes for everyone, including the kids and the swimming pool is a popular place to cool off at the end of a long day of sightseeing.
WHAT TO DO
One of the best things about the Fairmont Royal York Hotel was its location. It was right across from Union Station so getting to the airport was a quick train ride on the UP Express - just 26 minutes from hotel to Pearson International Airport. The hotel was walking distance to the CN Tower, Hockey Hall of Fame, Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada and of course Rogers Center, the home of the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team - and we did it all.
A fun way to see many sights without tiring little legs is the Hop On Hop Off bus. In Toronto, it is well run, the historical information is interesting and they stop at some of the city’s best attraction. When the kids are tired, stay on the bus and take in the sights. When they are ready for adventure, hop off at Casa Loma or AGO/Kensington/ China Town stops, or get off at the Eaton Center on Dundas
