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Posted by Nick on December 6, 2010
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If you are visiting Canada for the first time, you may be overwhelmed with all of the things to do. If that is the case, why not consider visiting the top 5 attractions in Toronto. Here are the top 5 things to see in Toronto, according to WatchMojo:
1. CN Tower
It’s the most recognizable part of the Toronto skyline. Take a trip to the top for great views and dine at the restaurant at the top.
2. Castle Casa Loma
This famous castle has 98 rooms, secret passages, towers and gardens.
3. Chinatown
This is one of the largest Chiantowns in North America. Enjoy good food and great shopping.
4. Sky Dome
Home of the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team. It’s the first stadium with a retractable roof.
5. Royal Ontario Museum
A major museum of culture and history of Toronto.
Posted by Nick on December 5, 2010
Much like New York City, Christmas in London is a magical time. If you are spending any part of your Christmas holiday in London, you may not be familiar with all that there is to do during this time of year. Regardless of how long or short your stay in London for Christmas, there are some great things to do in London at Christmas that you can add to your itinerary.
London’s West End lights up with Christmas lights that you can venture out and see for free, or just the cost of a Tube ride. Harrods also lights up it’s store. Lights go up each year in mid-November. For more on London Christmas light displays, see Where To See Holiday Light Displays In London, England UK.
Harrods with Christmas decoration, London UK by beatbull
Do a little ice skating at one of London’s outdoor skating rings. The rinks open every year in mid-November and remain open until mid-January. Also see Christmas In London – Holiday Ice Skating Rinks.
See the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree. Much like the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York City, the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree is a large, lit up Christmas tree. The lights go on each year on the first Thursday of December. And the tree stays up until January 6th.
Get a photo with Santa at one of the department stores in London. Both Harrods and Selfridges feature a Santa’s Grotto where you can meet Father Christmas from late November until December 24th each year.
Go to a Christmas market in London. You’ll find Christmas markets and fairs that spring up all over the city during this time of year. But the Cologne Christmas Market on the South Bank is the one you won’t want to miss. Its usually open until December 23rd each year. Also see Christmas at Covent Garden in London, England UK.
See ‘The Nutcracker.’ It doesn’t matter what city you are in; you can usually find ‘The Nutcracker’ being put on at Christmas. In London, the English National Ballet carries on the tradition from mid-December through mid-January.
Attend the Great Christmas Pudding Race. Each December the Great Christmas Pudding Race happens on a Saturday. In it, contestants dress up fancy and race around Covent Garden Christmas pudding on a plate – and of course there are obstacles. It’s all good fun in the name of charity.
Posted by Nick on December 4, 2010
Off-piste skiing is also known as backcountry skiing. It is when you are skiing a few metres away from or between controlled trails and slopes.
ski slopes in Niseko by countries in colors
Pleasure skiing got its start in Niseko back in 1945. Here you’ll find few people on the broad ski trails.
If you want awesome terrain and the longest vertical drop in North America, you must visit Whistler and Blackcomb mountains in Canada. This ski resort is best for intermediate and advanced skiers.
Whistler, Canada by globalreset
Posted by Nick on December 3, 2010
Looking to take the road less traveled when planning your ski vacation? Why not head to a less crowed ski resort that is off the beaten track? If you’re not sure where to go, check out these best off the beaten track ski resorts.
Pyrenees back-flip by Cedric's pics
You may already know about the Pyrenees ski resorts, but head on over to the French side to ski at St Lary. There you will find 32 lifts and cheaper prices than ski holiday resorts in the Alps. The skiing at St Lary is best for beginners and intermediate levels.
Mount Baker, Washington, USA by Amit Chattopadhyay
Ski season at Mount Baker runs from mid-November to early May. Skiing at Mount Baker is mostly for those on an intermediate level. The Mount Baker ski resort has a wide variety of terrain, 38 ski trails and nine modern lifts. You’ll find the majority of accommodation and restaurants 20 miles away in Snowater.
