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The north shore of Lake Ontario sparkles with the glistening sun by day and the Toronto city lights by night. The lively waterfront will entertain the entire family year round with concerts, parades and events. Follow Queen Street down to the shore. Better yet, park the car and walk down to the miles of sandy beach and boardwalks. Have lunch at one of the unique restaurants and stop at a quaint shop for new bathing suits. Enjoy a day sunning, then soak up the rest of the family attractions in Toronto.

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Toronto is the largest city in Canada and one of the most popular urban travel destinations for both Canadians and Americans. Given the size of the city, its rich history, its great multicultural attitude and its role as an important travel destination, it’s a place that offers a lot of different terrific activities to be enjoyed. For the visitor who wants to enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour of the major attractions in Toronto, the following is a list of the things that should be included on the itinerary:

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Vancouver, Canada is a large coastal town in the western part of the country which is loved by visitors from all around the world. People from across America often choose to visit this city to see what Canada is all about. They’re rarely disappointed since Vancouver is a great example of a progressive Canadian city. Filled with diversity and attention to cultural differences, Vancouver has recently put itself on the map as a large city that is making great efforts towards becoming an eco-friendly urban area. This globally-aware attitude combines with a lot of great attractions to make Vancouver an attractive place to travelers.

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Niagara Falls is an amazing natural wonder that everyone should make a point to see at least once in their lifetimes. This set of stunning waterfalls cascades magnificently in an area that would be beautiful even without the falling water to make it sparkle. You’ll be surprised to see just how fast and hard that water can rush down the mountainside. You’ll probably be even more surprised to learn that the pressure of the water is controlled through a series of dams which means that the rush of the falls that you’re seeing isn’t even the full capacity of what this natural wonder can provide for the eye to see.

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An incredibly worldly city, Toronto a great spot for visiting singles, couples or families. Here’s a look at 50 things to do there:

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As the largest city in Canada, Toronto attracts millions of visitors every year. The city can cater to every budget, from world class luxury to bargain-basement budget. It’s easy to find places to go if your pockets have no bottom, but when you’re on a shoestring budget, you might scratch your head and wonder what you can do to stretch your pennies.

Staying at a youth hostel will generally run you between $15 and $30, a fantastic price for a clean bed and some built-in travel buddies. Your fellow hostelers are gold mines: they’re on a budget, too, and will surely know of some great deals for food and travel within the city.

Speaking of travel, Toronto has an excellent public transportation system. Use it. You don’t need to rent a car or hail a cab to get from one place to another. Just grab one of the free maps, figure out how to get from Point A to Point B, and you’ll get there for the cost of the change in your pocket.

Toronto has some great free attractions, and any budget traveller should pay them some serious attention. Kensington Market is a multicultural mix of restaurants, pubs, cafés, thrift shops, and some very colorful people watching spots. Toronto’s China Town is one of the biggest in North America, reflecting the culture and tastes of the city’s eclectic Asian cultures. The Beaches is a great area for people watching as you walk down the boardwalk, play in the sand, or simply enjoy the light reflecting off Lake Ontario.

When you head to Toronto, know that you won’t have to break the bank to have some fun. Just take a good guidebook, an open mind, and the will to try new things.

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The Bonfire Festival is an annual event in British Columbia that attracts music fans from all over the world. The 4-day festival consists of music, camping and other fun-filled activities.

The 2007 Bonfire Festival will be taking place from August 16-19, 2007 at the Lions Park Fairgrounds at Pender Harbour in Sunshine Coast, BC.

This is a new location for the festival this year. The site features a huge grassy concert field, camping, hiking and biking trails and a playground for the kids. There will be food booths, face painting, arts and crafts vendors and much more. Additionally, shopping and lakes are located nearby, making this an ideal setting for the Bonfire Festival.

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Bonfire Festival Tickets

You can purchase tickets in advance or at the gate. These passes are available for $107.12 per person, including all fees and charges. Four-day passes at the gate are slightly more expensive at $129.20. Kids 10-years-old and under are FREE.

You can also purchase one day passes. Visit BonfireFestival.com for information on how to purchase tickets online, as well as find retailers in British Columbia which are selling the tickets in advance.

Bonfire Festival Camping and Accommodations

Lions Park Fairgrounds has camping facilities for about 800 visitors which are available first-come, first serve. However you can also find a variety of wonderful hotels and local bed and breakfast inns in the area.

Please visit HotelsCheap.org to find affordable accommodations near the festival.

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