Brief description
Canada’s largest metropolis and economic (business hub?). With a population of almost 3 million (over 6 million in the greater metropolitan area). Known as the city of ravines, The city is bisected with lots of nature dotting very dense neighbourhoods. Leading to a very abundant population of raccoons. Toronto, with its diverse population, is considered a melting pot of cultures and ethnicities. With that comes an amazing culinary culture to satisfy your inner foodie.
Top attractions
Little Canada
Highly detailed, animated miniature world attraction that showcases famous Canadian landmarks and cityscapes in an immersive exhibit
CN Tower
World-renowned communications and observation tower in Downtown Toronto
Toronto Islands
a serene archipelago of 15 small, interconnected islands in Lake Ontario
Distillery District
an internationally acclaimed, pedestrian-only village recognized as a National Historic Site of Canada
Niagara Falls
Connectivity
- Internet speed is fast (slower in rural areas)
- Wi-fi available
- mobile connectivity (good but depends on carrier)
- (future section to get sim cars (airport)
Finances
- Cost of living : high, expensive to visit or stay
- Payments, cards widely accepted, cash widely accepted: (digital transfers available (interac e-transfer)
Good to know …
Air quality
Good
Climate classification
hot, humid summers, cold dry winters (beware of extreme cold)
Electricity
120V / 60Hz
Type A: Two flat parallel prongs
Type B: Two flat parallel prongs + one round ground pin (most common)
Health
Travel insurance needed
Transport
- Walkability (good in the centre)
- Bikeability (good in central)
- taxi’s / rideshare
- Car rental (not recommended in the city, recommended for suburbs and rural areas)
- Public transport (good in but limited network outside of car)
- Airport link train: UP Express
- Regional and intercity connections (good but mostly on peak)
- How easy is it to visit outside of the core with out a car
