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Embassy Suites – Niagara Falls Toronto

breading — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:43:48 +0000

We had never stayed at the Niagara Falls before but since there was a special deal on Dealfind one day – we decided to make a trip up to the Embassy Suites by Hilton. We arrived late in the evening and it was a very busy spot as you can see. Located at Fallsview – with casinos like 2 blocks away – its definitely a great location for those who wants to try their luck in the casino.

As for us – we turned in early and got up early too – just so we can talk a walk around and see what Niagara falls have to offer us.

With TGIF just behind the hotel and the Keg in the hotel itself – you don’t even have to walk out of the hotel if you don’t want to. I think the best part of staying at the Embassy Suites is the spectacular view of the Horseshoe fall on the Canadian side. But be warned to stay on the upper floors else you will be disappointed.

The rooms were huge and clean – but it had seen better days – the aging of this magnificent hotel is showing – another few more years – they would definitely need some renovation. And what’s with hotel and their bed cover colors – those are the most deary looking ones – but most hotels have the same type of bed covers.

The outlaws room – which was just as huge.

A little kitchenette – great for family who has kids like us.

A jacuzzi for those romantic evenings – don’t forget to bring some bubble bath and rose petals.

A very awesome view from our room – we were pretty pleased.

A pretty big pool which gets really busy with kids during the weekend – so if you have kids – don’t worry about them not having fun – they will make friends really quick like mine.

Surprisingly, they have a big business center at the Embassy Suites even though the room has wireless.

The lobby was really nice – but I won’t go to the Manager’s reception if I were you – they served us drinks in a plastic cups! hahahah!! too funny! Overall, it was a good stay and we will return if we had just a good deal for the room. The rooms were like $149 a night but it included food vouchers for The Keg Steakhouse and casino chips of up to $50 and some manicure spa thing for $50. A pretty good deal if you asked me – so we can’t complain eh.

Downtown Toronto – Marriot Residence Inn

breading — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 16:35:05 +0000

While many feel that the hotel’s lobby and restaurants are important when you pick a hotel – it’s the room and the recreation areas that are most important to me. When I get into the room and see such a big bed – I’m usually impressed already – I love a king size bed room – even if I was traveling alone. I don’t know why but I don’t like sleeping in small beds.

The Marriot hotels rarely disappoints – so I wasn’t too surprised that I liked the room and the inn as soon as I checked in. The price was right since I was traveling with kids – it was good to have a small kitchenette for us to do our little microwaving for milk and other snacks for the kid.

There was a little dining area – for us to eat in if we wanted to or put another laptop to work on. The Marriot Residence is near the entertainment center – and there are plenty of restaurants nearby. Every room I was told had wifi – and they are free and the TV are those flat screen ones. Overall, we find that the hotel is nice and new – the front desk staff were pleasant – but unlike the Hyatt of course, where they try very hard to please you and make everything as best as possible. But of course, you will see the price difference you pay at the Hyatt as compared to the Marriot Residence Inn – so I rate the hotel pretty good for the price I had paid for my business trip.

The outside of the Marriot Residence In.

The fitness center.

The stadium near the hotel.

Union Station Toronto

breading — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:50:05 +0000

I found an old picture of Union Station in Toronto – while doing some green shopping and realised that it was about time I make another trip to Toronto soon. It had been many years since I had been in Toronto – so I’m looking forward to see the Union Station next year when I am there for a girlfriend’s wedding.

Union Station in Toronto -brings back lots of memories of my Europe tour – the history of Union Station is definitely a must to know and if you have been to Union Station – you will see what a magnificent building it is. You can also check out the Union Station Tour which is a monthly basis thing and it starts like at 11am – i found it pretty interesting and you get to go to places where the public can’t go.

We were recommended to visit the Toronto Railway Heritage Center after our tour – which was opened to public earlier this year. You also get a mini railway ride – very interesting. So there – I will have to bring my kid to Union Station next year when we are in Toronto – in the meantime – I will continue with my green shopping – all because it saves time, saves money and I’m saving the world. Did you know that when you shop online – you consume less energy thus reducing carbon dioxide? So yes ! while i’m stuck in some town Canada – i shall save the earth and then when i’m traveling I will be doing my “real” shopping.

Niagra Falls – Canada

breading — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:02:59 +0000

Don’t get it wrong, I wasn’t in Niagra Falls in this weather. Both times I went.. it was colddddd….!! once in December.. and another time in late March. The first time I was at Niagra Falls.. was in late December.. or was it early January..?? somewhere around those times.. in 2001. And guess what I did..?? the spouse’s cousin .. made a wrong turn.. that led us straight to US grounds.. and i didn’t have any papers with me.. except my credit cards..!!! yes..!!! we were grilled.. and i had to go into the office.. to swear that I’m not an illegal immigrant.. and so forth. How embrassing was it now..!!! Luckily, I wasn’t on any social security disability either.. now that would be funny.. if i only had that card eh.

Well.. the summer is almost here.. and a trip to Toronto .. this time with the kid .. and visiting her godma would be kinda fun eh..?? it is definitely a thought. .. afterall, i want nice pictures like these.. and not iced up ones that i currently have.

Park Hyatt Hotel, Toronto – Canada

breading — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 01:58:25 +0000

Park Hyatt, Toronto was one of the first hotels that I’ve stayed in while visiting Toronto for both business and pleasure. It is a wonderful hotel albeit abit expensive. For those not on business.. at $200 per nite per room.. it can be a wee bit costly. I usually stay for a few days.. i think 5. But Park Hyatt is conveniently located downtown, so it is walking distance to alot of places.. and shopping centers, the Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower, Skydome, Hockey hall of fame and the famous theater district.. just as long as you do not go during the winter.

The rooms are between 300-400 sq ft and are furnished for the businessmen and women. I had a king size bed. The bathroom are very nice.. with shower/tub combination. And the room i was in was decorated in warm forest green. Highly commendable were their concierge and reception services. Very accommodating.. and really helpful.. and they do try to make your stay as comfy as possible.. without intruding.