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Best Wedding Hotels in the Riviera Maya

Best Wedding Hotels and Resorts in the Riviera Maya

1. Grand Velas Riviera Maya

Grand Velas Riviera Maya is considered one of the best destinations for your wedding. Incredible scenery will leave you surprised to celebrate one of the most important days of your life: your wedding. Wedding experts will help you plan every detail perfectly to your taste for the big event.
One of the things you will like the most about Grand Velas Riviera Maya are their ceremonies in front of the turquoise Caribbean with private gardens especially for weddings. A feast of dreams for hundreds of guests are in the halls of the convention center, this will be the wedding of your dreams! (Transportation to Grand Velas Riviera Maya)

2. Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun

Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun is an elegant resort perfect for a super romantic wedding in Riviera Maya. In front of 71 hectares of tropical sea, this resort offers 3 different packages for weddings. If you do not know specifically at your wedding, the resort will give you 3 choices Ideal for your special day (Transportation to Secrets Capri Riviera Cancun)

3. Banyan Tree Mayakoba

Banyan Tree Mayakoba (a 40 min drive from Cancun International Airport) is a resort like many with private beach where long stretches of freshwater, mangroves, natural dunes and coral reefs along the coast of the Riviera Maya abound. This hotel offers a luxurious wedding.
The main theme of Banyan Tree Mayakoba is an Asian style, you will find harmony in this special bond that both beam expected. A package designed especially for the wedding you so desire with different ceremonies, banquets, parties, gifts, wedding cake and more. (Banyan Tree Mayakoba)

4. The Royal Playa del Carmen

The Royal Playa del Carmen is a hotel / resort all included in your stay especially for adults. An elegant seaside wedding and fun for Playa del Carmen always have something for you. It is one of the most recommended destinations throughout Mexico Weddings. They offer organized packages for your wedding where you can get everything done without complications and have one of the best days of your life.
As we know that the wedding is a special day where you’ll want to share it with family and friends, there is an ideal for all types of guests where they can enjoy the wedding package, the party and stay at The Royal Playa del Carmen. (Transportation to the Royal Playa del Carmen)

5. Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla

Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla is an all inclusive resort, the perfect destination for those couples looking for a romantic and fun wedding.. since having the wedding of your dreams, honeymoon and unforgettable anniversaries to remember and celebrate with your partner, family and friends. They offer various packages up to 3 days to start with a symbolic ceremony, wedding, special event for the couple, delicious food for the guests, and a two floor wedding cake with drinks. (Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Perla)

6. Secrets Marona Beach Riviera Cancun

This hotel offers a wedding gasebo and a private beach where you can enjoy this special day. Wedding professionals plan every details to have the best event. There are different wedding packages that will fit your budget! (Secrets Maroma Beach Riviera Maya)

7. Esencia

Weddings at Hotel Escencia offers all kind of services, weddings here are unforgettable because of their organization and for being close to Cancun. (Transportation to Escencia Hotel)

8. Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso

Special moments at Iberostar usually involve a lot of dedication and success. This is famous for a lot of travelers choosing the perfect wedding place. They offer different packages where you can choose what you want with the expert coordinator in organizing wedding events. (Transportation to Iberostar Grand Hotel Paraiso)

9. Rosewood Mayakoba

Rosewood Mayakoba is a place where we experience a force from the heart and soul together. Since appreciating the spectacular turquoise waters at the Mexican Caribbean, the jungle and the quiet lagoon.. You’ll expect unforgettable and romantic sceneries. Mayakoba Rosewood weddings are tailor-made: Civil Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Mayan, Sandy and Cosmic. Each represents a different union for the wedding couple. After that, a delicious banquet will satisfy guests! Music and the decorations of this big event. (Hotel to Rosewood Mayakoba)

10. Royal Hideaway Playacar

Royal Hideaway PLayacar offers an incredible day for your wedding. Stylish and fun. Exquisite service and special attention to every details to make your wedding of your dreams! They offer different packages and renewal of vows that exceed your expectations due to their commitment and good organization. (Transportation to Royal Hideaway Playacar)

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October 23, 2015
The moment I decided to jump off a bridge

This is a little story about the moment I decided to jump off a bridge, better called as “Bridge Puenting”.

Once a morning on a trip in Baños, Ecuador. I was with my travel group, ready to take the best pictures when they jump off a bridge. I knew that day and was completely sure that I wouldn’t do it. I thought in my mind that the rope was going to fall. I was afraid.
This was in Baños. One of the most touristic cities in all Ecuador and recognized for the amount of activities and tours it offers.

Days before I dared to walk throught the Amazonas, went to the waterfalls, saw a 2 meter Boa close from me, went to a swing of a tree and even throw myself in a big row like Tarzan! But nothing of that could break my fear of doing bridge jumping…

But didn’t last much..
We arrived to Pailon del Diablo on a Sunday Morning, October 11, with a climate of 15 celcius degrees, I was wearing formal pants with a blouse and sandals not appropiate for this activity, I knew I wasn’t gonna jump… not at all!… My job that day was supposed to take photographs and videos of my friends.. My fear that moment now was that something happend to them.
Then the first of my partners jumped, everything changed on my mind: When he did it, seemed he could fly; he screamed and everyone felt the emotion of the 70 meters free fall. At that moment I remembered that traveling involves new experiences and I could not refuse the opportunity to live them.Still frightened, I asked to hold tight my harness. My legs were shaking when I stand on the edge of the bridge and the only thing I thought was that this jump would be the closest thing to feel the sensation of flying. Finally I threw myself on that bridge with my head down like a swimmer.

Here is a video of me this day doing bridge jumping, hope you like it.

https://youtu.be/-VpQl-K1QV4

After doing it there is only one thing I can say, this is a sense of freedom, happiness and excitement at the same time. One of the best things about traveling is to live new experiences and refusing to them is to lose an important part of the trip.

This is why I am happy to have done many things during that trip, meeting exotic animals and see beautiful landscapes. But I’m grateful that I overcame my fears and i felt the adrenaline wush of the free fall of PUENTING!

Nothing can be compared to that and I can say i fully enjoyed my trip without any restrictions.

Girls Team!

October 14, 2015
Tips before going to Isla Mujeres

Isla Mujeres is one of the most visited places in Cancun, this paradise Island will be unforgettable for you. I’ll give you some tips that you need to know before going to Isla Mujeres:

Get Your Beach Kit Ready

If you are an adventurous traveler don’t forget to bring everything you need to have the best time. Remember if you want to do beach activities don’t forget to bring your bathing suit, a good sunscreen, your beach kit, a camera, water glasses and anything else you would like to bring!

Buy your ferry tickets Online

If you want to get fast to Isla Mujeres you have to take a Ferry, but there will be times that buying your ticket will take a long time… That’s why i recommend you to buy them online and avoid making lines ( Ferry Tickets Online here).

Take advantage of the Tours of Isla Mujeres

Isla Mujeres offers a lot of activities for tourists: Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Swimming with Dolphins, Swimming with Sharks, Parasailing, Ziplines and a lot more. Some tours include food and drinks. ( Tours of Isla Mujeres here )

Pre book your stay in Isla Mujeres

There are a lot of hotels and places in a good price and next to the beach where you can stay in Isla Mujeres. You can find yours at the moment you arrive at the Island; but there is nothing better to have everything ready with anticipation to avoid complications.
I hope this tips work for you. If you like this article share it in facebook with your friends!

October 8, 2015
Best Clubs in Cancun Mexico

Here I’ve made a list (in my experience) of the Best Clubs in Cancun Mexico:

Mandala

Mandala is life! First because of the beautiful and vivid colors that this place shows at night. I recommend you to visit Mandala at least once. Is my favorite of all the clubs in Cancun.
There is all kind of music here, Hip Hop, Pop, Electronic, Salsa, Reggaeton and lot more. The enviroment is really joyful and very exciting!
One of the things that I like the most about Mandala its the location, just right on the center of the Cancun Party and next to the beach. At night the party gets crazy to receive tourists until the sun comes up when Mandala Beach starts. You can enjoy here the beach, the pool of Mandala and some other beach activities. You can visit Mandala any day of the week.

Palazzo

Palazzo is one of the clubs in Cancun located at the end of the Hotel Zone nightlife. It’s an exotic place and luxury because of it’s decoration and night shows. Don’t forget to bring all your friends cause you’ll have one of the best times ever!
It’s better to go on fridays, when there are night shows. Palazzo is very recognized to receive tourists from Europe, Russia, United States, China and other parts of the world.

Daddy’O

Daddy’O without doubt is one of the most visited clubs for Cancunenses that enjoy a night with their friendships but also is the perfect place for tourists from monday to sunday. You’ll enjoy ALL kind of music here. Cancunenses use to go a lot on saturdays because the entrance it’s free for them. There are a lot of fun night shows. Especially on Mondays. If you are a lover of all kind of music, mexican drinks, shows and good party you can’t miss a night of Daddy’O!

Coco Bongo

Of course, COCO BONGO can’t be missed in the list of the best clubs in Cancun. Coco Bongo is a place where you’ll appreciate shows of Vegas Style. Characters imitating famous people around the world like Michael Jackson, Spiderman, Jack Sparrow, The Mask and a lot more! Don’t forget to book your Coco Bongo Tickets with anticipation and take your friends with you. 🙂

October 8, 2015
16 different ways to drink coffee around the world

If you are a coffee lover, you must know these 16 different ways to drink coffee around the world:

1. Buna, Ethiopia

It’s not just a drink, but an act that involves roasting the beans, grind, the brewing and serving the coffee.

2. Cuban Coffee

A concentrated coffee, no milk and sweetened with sugar. If you want to get step by step how to drink it, commment below!

3. Cafe Yuang

A delicious mix of coffee and cold tea!!

4. Frappe Grecia

Made with instant coffee, evaporared milk and ice water. It’s not a glamorous frappe, but is definitely delicious.

5. Pharisäer, Alemania

Coffee with ron and whipped cream! There are several legends about the origin of the name, but basically.. yum yum…

6. Flat White, Australia / New Zealand

This is like a coffee latte with condensed milk, with one or two shots of espresso, and about 180 ml of milk (normal lates contains about 220ml).

7. Espresso Romano, Italia

An espresso coffee served with a slice of lemon. The lemon is rubben on the edge of the cup, the idea is that the acidity of the lemon enhance the flavors in the coffee.

8. Cafe Bombon, Spain

An espresso with condensed milk. If you want to order it half normal milk and half condensed milk, then it’s called “Milk and Milk”

9. Café au lait, France

Much more sophisticated than a latte. It comes with an accompanying hot froothed milk.

10. Cafe de la Olla, Mexico

The exquisite “Café de la Olla”, traditionally prepared in a clay pot. This coffee is made with cinnamon and brown sugar.

11. Turkish Coffee, Turkey

Served thick and strong. It is super important for the Turkish culture that Unesco included it in its Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013.

12. Cafe Lagrima, Argentina

Light and frothy, first the steam milk is heated creating a foma and then adding a tear of coffee.

13. Vietnamese Coffee Latte / coffee with egg yolk

Recipes vary, but the basic ingredients are egg yolk + condensed milk + sugar + coffee. The result is rich, as a dessert.

14. Café des épices, Morocco

A mixture of spices, sesame seeds, black pepper and nutmeg (although this depends on the seller, etc.) is mixed with coffee beans and ground, to create an aromatic and potent brew.

15. Kohi Kan, Japan

There are a number of companies producing Kan Kohi (canned coffee) in Japan. It is available in corner stores and in vending machines. It is served warm in winter and cool in summer.

16. Kaffeost, Finland

Traditionally it served in Kainuu, central-eastern Finland. A cheese called juustoleipä served with coffee. The cheese is cut into small pieces, placed in the bottom of the coffee cup and then poured on top. After drinking coffee, cheese eaten with a spoon.

September 30, 2015
Stunning Places on Earth maybe created by Aliens

The Giant´s Causeway

In Northern Ireland, sixty million years ago a huge volcanic eruption spewed out a mass of molten basalt, which then solidified and contracted as it cooled, creating the cracks that can be seen today. A World Heritage Site, there are an estimated 37,000 polygon columns so geometrically perfect that local legends has it they were created by a giant, this is one of the Stunning Places on Earth maybe created by Aliens, what do you think?

The Artist´s Palatte

Looking at this Stunning alienesque landscape, it is not hard to see why these hot springs in New Zealand´s Taupo Volcanic Zone have the nickname, “Artict´s Palette”. This another Stunning Places on Earth maybe created by Aliens.

Antelope Canyon, USA

This is the most photogenic Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon, located just outside Page, Arizona. They are a testament to the power of water and time, as over the years, flash flooding has created deep, gorgeous passageways—called slot canyons—that you can walk through. This definitely another Stunning Places on Earth maybe created by Aliens, right?

Mendenhall Ice Caves, Juneau, Alaska

Mendenhall Glacier, a 12-mile-long mass of ice in Juneau, Alaska, is a popular tourist attraction. Few visitors, however, see the the glacier from its most spectacular vantage point: inside it. A trip requires an arduous journey, it involves a kayak ride or long hike, an ice climb, and faith that the melting caverns won’t collapse in on you, but the stunning landscapes are a once-in-a-lifetime sight.

Door To Hell

In the Karakum Desert of Darweze, this fiery Door to Hell exists – could it be the work of an alien? According to the scientists, this endlessly burning pit of fire formed after Soviet scientists tried to burn away the pit´s hazardous gases.

Calcite Pools

These stunning, layered pools are located in Huanglong, China. Scientists believe they were formed from calcite deposits, however many believe aliens are their true markers.

Naica Mine, Mexico

This stunning remote part of northern Mexico, an hour or so south of Chihuahua, is famous for crystals, and paychecks at the local lead and silver mine, where almost everyone works. The question confronting scientists became: How did they grow so big? That is why I consider is another Stunning Places on Earth maybe created by Aliens.

The Great Blue Hole

Could it be a large alien eye? This giant stunning sinkhole is located in the waters off Belize and in 1997 it became a World Heritage site.

River Of Five Colors

The red plant known as the macarenia clavigera gives this river in Colombia its unique stunning colors. This river is also known as “liquid rainbow”

Hand Son Doong, Vietnam

Son Doong Cave is in the heart of the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park in the Quang Binh province of Central Vietnam. More Info…

World´s Largest Salt Flat

These crazy stunning alienesque formations are actually part of the world´s largest salt flat, which is located in southwest Bolivia.

Tianzi Mountains, China

Hundreds of waters and thousands of peaks are in the stunning Tianzi Mountains. What an amazing work of art by Nature. The highest peak of the mountains is 1262.5 meters above sea level. Around it is rolling ridges and peaks and high picturesque rocks.

Valley Of The Moon

Located in Brazil, is one of the oldest places on Earth! According to NASA, it is the most luminous stunning point visible on Earth because if the reflection between the sun and the numerous quartz crystal in the region.

Ancient Underwater Pyramid

This is one of the stone structures found below the water´s surface off Yonaguni Jima. They are believed to be the ruins of an ancient city sunk by an earthquake about 2,000 years ago or they could be a stunning place on earth maybe created by aliens.

Mount Roraima, Venezuela/Brazil/Guyana

One of the oldest mountain formations on Earth, a natural border between Venezuela, Brazil and Guyana in South America. It is also called Roraima Tepui or Cerro Roraima. This is one of the stunning places on Earth maybe created by Aliens and offer such breathtaking views.

The top of the mountain measures 2772m, it offers amazing landscapes and establishing a tent around here is possible. However, you should know the weather changes suddenly in this area so be prepared.

Zhangye Danxia Landform, China

Zhangye’s Danxia landscape has lots of precipitous red cliffs, most of which are several hundred meters high, and multicolored ridges of weathered strata, sometimes stretching to the horizon. More Info…

The Stone Forest

This creepy stone forest is located in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, and it is often referred to as “the first wonder of the world”.

The Sailing Stones

Located in Death Valley California, these large rocks have mysterious and stunning trails left behind maybe created by Aliens. Despite these ever-growing trails, no one has actually ever seen the stones move.

September 29, 2015
Best Cenotes in the Mayan Riviera

Cenote, is a term that comes from “Dzonot” which in Maya means “abyss” are wells of fresh water created by the erosion of limestone. Diving in the cenotes of Riviera Maya is one of the most extraordinary experiences a diver can have.. and Mexico is paradise to enjoy these geological whims. It is estimated that only in the Yucatan Peninsula there are over 3000 cenotes.. and many still undiscovered throughout Mexico.

I´ll show you the best cenotes in the Mayan Riviera:

Grand Cenote

Grand Cenote is one of the best Cenotes, you must visit it. It is located outside of Tulum on the 307 highway. Plenty of stalactites are in this cenote with crystal water. You´ll see around fishes and turtles! Don’t forget to bring your camera and get ready to jump into this big hole.

Cenote Dos Ojos

Located close to XEL-HA water park. This cenote is for scuba diving, amazing landscape and impressive experience that you will never forget. If you want to snorkel, you can access to the second cenote on the right taking the stairs!

Chaak Tun

This cenote is hidden behind the jungle of Playa del Carmen, you will find a natural paradise in here. One of the favorite cenotes of the tourists. The best time to visit this cenote is after 1pm when larger group tours already finished their excursions.

Rio Secreto

Come and experience this stunning underground river with thousands of dramatic stalactites and stalagmites. Rio Secreto, located 5 km south Playa del Carmen. Starting off with a walk through the jungle followed by a descendence of 15 meters through mother Earth’s maze to access and wade through the underground river during 1 hour and a half.

September 29, 2015
Best things to do in Cancun

Probably if you heard of Cancun you must be thinking it’s just party and beach. Well, it is! but you can also find many interesting things to do in Cancun and the best places to visit in Cancun.

– The archaeological sites and Maya culture

– San Miguelito: is located at Cancun Hotel Zone just behind the newest Mayan Museum.

– King: located adjacent to the Hilton Resorts Golf Course, this group of ruins is situated in the lagoon of the Southern Hotel Zone

– The Meco: are located just north of Cancun, on the way to Punta Sam. From the top of its pyramids – the highest archeological structure in the northern peninsula – there is a beautiful view of one of Cancun’s lagoons

– Maya Cancun Museum

The Maya Museum of Cancun is the only space in kilometers around the exhibition destined to Mayan ruins. It is located at Km 16.5 Boulevard Kukulcan. While visiting the museum can give a tour of the vestiges of the archaeological site of San Miguelito, which is next to the museum. This open from 9am to 6pm., To visit the archaeological site suggest you get there early as it gets dark when access is limited.

The museum entrance fee is 57 pesos (approx 4 USD) and entitles you to visit both places. Sunday admission is free for Mexicans with official identification.

– Aquarium Cancun

Its official name is Aquarium Cancun is a small aquarium where you can interfacing with sea turtles and stingrays. Worth a visit while there are free dolphin show (around 6-7pm every day), ask for times at the box office. The most spectacular is the large tank with sharks that are inside, you can see the swimming from below or from one of the halls there at the top. There dolphin swim programs and for those traveling with the mother, there Swim with sharks.

The entrance fee is about 12 USD.

– Plaza La Isla

At kilometer 12.5 of the hotel zone is the shopping center La Isla Shopping Village. It is a place full of shops, boutiques and restaurants, although for the backpacker tourism may not be something so attractive, what to see are the spectacular sunsets from the dock side which has the square. It pays to shop around, it is one of the most beautiful squares in Cancun.

– Scenic Tower

In the place known as El Embarcadero, a rotating structure it is about 100 meters high known as the Scenic Tower. Whether day, evening or night, here you will have a great view from the hotel zone of Cancun. Ideal to take a beautiful postcard home. Admission costs about 10 USD and the ride takes about 15 minutes heights.

Address: Km 4.2 Hotel Zone.

– Ciclopista Cancun

If you love sports, from the zero kilometer from the hotel zone of Cancun you will find a small park with exercise equipment outdoors, and the side of the sidewalk begins a pathway known as the Ciclopista, where you can walk in bike or skate the hotel zone of Cancun. If you start from zero KM, stop at kilometer 2.5, because here is Playa Las Perlas, a good place to swim and cool to continue the journey. Excellent to keep fit!

Click here to see The Best Routes to Run in Cancun

Bring towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat and plenty of water.

– Gastronomy

Cancun is a gastronomic delight for anyone who enjoys a delicious meal. There are a lot of restaurants serving all types of cuisine can be found in the Hotel Zone and in downtown Cancun.

La Habichuela Sunset and La Habichuela located in downtown Cancun, both serve fine Mayan, Mexican, Caribbean and international cuisine. On some nights La Habichuela Sunset offers a Mayan show or live jazz.

Du Mexique is another one of the amazing restaurants on Bonampak avenue in downtown Cancun. This is a lovely place to celebrate a special occasion like an anniversary or birthday

Puerto Madero is the perfect restaurant for a big date or a special anniversary or birthday

Try a Red Eye and Ceviche Restaurant in Mandinga

Check Out Cancun´s Best Karaoke Bars

– Crococun Zoo

This attractions is located just under 20 miles away from Cancun in the Maya Riviera.

– The Beaches

Cancun is about stepping on the sand, enjoy the sun, a good drink and be with friends.

– Playa Chac Mool: It is near the area known as Punta Cancun at kilometer 9.5 of Boulevard Kukulcan. It is ideal to jump to sunbathe and swim. At the entrance there are some convenience stores where you can buy something to eat and cool off, try to take your garbage bag to avoid contaminating the beach. There are showers and lounge chairs for rent. The surf is moderate to strong.

– Playa Marlin: On one side of the residence of the famous Mexican ex-soccer player Hugo Sanchez, he is Playa Marlin. The entrance is between the fire station and the Kukulcan Plaza Shopping Centre. If you want a beautiful and tranquil beach to rest or walk here is a good place to start. It has some basic services, rent of tables, chairs and unlike others, weekends not many people. If desired, once you finish enjoy the beach, you can go to the mall to eat at any of the fast food business.

– Playa Forum: If you want to take a tour through the heart of the nightlife in Cancun, a good place to start is Plaza Forum. You can find restaurants, boutiques, souvenirs and beach accessories. But the best thing around are the best clubs in Cancun, including The City, Coco Bongo, La Vaquita, Sr. Frogs, etc. Sea side there is a club ideal for those backpackers or travelers staying in downtown Cancun and want to spend a day sunbathing and all kinds of drinks and snacks on hand beach. The Day Pass price is approximately 30 USD.

– Nightlife

There is a certain thing, Cancun is the perfect place to party, in the Kukulcan Avenue are all bars and nightclubs. Of course, all places charge a cover, so go prepared.

September 24, 2015
Best places in the world to watch the sunrise

Here are the best places in the world to watch the sunrise:

Okavango Delta, Botswana

The sunrise is one of the best times to see diverse wildlife in Botswana with all its splendor. Try a safari ride watching the sunrise, with a guide for an unforgettable experience.

Mount Fuji, Japan

Hiking in the highest mountain of Japan is not easy. Unless you are an adventurous hiker. You will have to come see the sunrise when Fuji is free of snow. Yes, it is full. But there’s evidence that this view is incomparable to any other. If you fail to reach the top of the mountain, don’t worry. The reflection on the way of Yoshida is also a spectacular view.

Bryce Canyon, USA

You can easily get to this spot to watch the sunrise, by car or public transport. Dawn of Bryce Canyon, which is a little more complicated to walk in rock formations, will be one of the most magical moments will witness in your life. The view is epic, looking THROUGH whole Bryce Canyon National Park. Just remember to wrap up well for warmth desert overnight.

Mount Batur, Bali

If you’re desperate to see a sunrise in the mountains, but not very difficult to raise it, then skip to Mount Agung. The trip can be planned from Ubud where you have to be from 2 am o clock! excessively early. The guides keep you area located a leisurely pace, but watching this sunrise will be one of the best we can witness throughout the Asian continent.

Shetland Isles, Scotland

The northernmost islands of the UK offer one of the best views of the sunrise over Europe. Remote beaches make the perfect place to watch the sun. The best time is early spring or late fall to see the perfect through the dawn horizon.

Uluru, Australia

The most impressive natural wonder in the middle of Australia is best seen at sunrise. You’ll have to get out of bed at 4 am to win the coach of sleepwalking early mornings and get to see the best sunrise minutes. As the sky becomes clearer, you will notice a continuous yawn worth it.

Inle Lake, Myanmar/Burma

Spending a night in a house on polotes at Burma Lake is to observe a sunrise just 5 meters from your bed in the balcony. The mountains backdrop along with the early fishermen and lush hanging gardens, it will be ideal taking a few pictures, sit and drink a hot tea from where you sleep.

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September 22, 2015
Spend the Best Christmas eve in Toronto

The holidays are almost here and you are probably looking a place to relax and have fun with your family and friends, planning the gifts, the games and the dinners with your friends from highschool. If you are looking for something different, here are some good reasons to get out of the house over this 2015 holiday season in Toronto, CA.

A Toronto tradition for more than 100 years, The Santa Claus Parade returns to put smiles on the faces of families all across the city. From children to adults, thousands of Canadians and people from other countries line the streets to look Santa, while he leave a big smile on their faces. The celebration consists of more than 25 different-themed floats, 22 bands, 100 celebrity clowns, more than 1,500 volunteers, and the big man himself, Santa.

This year’s Santa Claus Parade begins at the Christie Pits Park at 12:30 p.m. It travels past the ROM and the Eaton Centre, before ending at St. Lawrence Market. Click here to see the Map of the Route

Tips: Make sure to arrive early for a good spot as space fills up fast. It’s also always a good idea to bundle up and bring a hot drink in a reusable mug to stay warm waiting for St. Nick. Bring your camera for pictures and if you want you can dress yourself of a christmas character.

More Toronto Christmas Market Photos

Prepare yourself for an authentic European-style Christmas Market. Local vendors and craftsmen sell their wares in stalls while carolers sing and kids play on the Ferris Wheel and carousel.
Entertainers at the market include a daily sing-along with Santa’s elves, daily caroling and a world caroling championship. There’s a life-sized gingerbread house, carousel, ferris wheel and of course, Santa and his reindeer.
You can find handmade or imported goods like Christmas ornaments and scarves, or delicious food like Belgian waffles, Bavarian nuts, poutine and corned beef sandwiches. The Beer Garden (19+ open at night) serves beer, cider, mulled wine and other holiday cocktails.

If you love Christmas shopping shows, you can´t miss The One of a Kind Christmas Show to spend the best Christmas eve in Toronto, you will find featuring unique products for everyone.

Shop for hand-crafted ceramics, jewellery, furniture, clothing and accessories, browse through art galleries, watch a fashion show and take part in artistic holiday activities. Since 1975, it has become the largest consumer craft show in North America.
There are also hands-on workshops where you can make unique gifts. Each includes breakfast and admission to the show.

November 26, 2015 – December 06, 2015
At Enercare Centre
Adult: $13, Senior/Youth: $7.50, Children under 12: Free

Definitely DJ Skate Nights can be more fun than dancing on the floor.

One of the city’s most scenic rinks brings the party outdoors with a series of weekly events that brings the best of Toronto’s nightlife to the cold winter nights. Free Admission

December 13
DJ Skate Launch with DJ Jellybean Benitez/30th Anniversary of House
December 20
1 LOVE T.O. Holiday Skate Party
DJs Dlux and Lissa Monet.

December 27
Ladies Night
DJs L’Oqenz and Mel Boogie play electronic, disco and dance around the rink.

The National Ballet of Canada presents its annual Christmas show, The Nutcracker, is one of the most recognizable ballets in the world.

You can also find performances at the Sony Centre, in Mississauga, plus the National Ballet’s at the Four Seasons Centre for Performing Arts. Plus, the TSO performs and evening of the Best of Tchaikovsky at Roy Thompson Hall. Click Here to See All Performances

Walk through the city with some friends, family or a special someone to watch the Christmas lights of Toronto, beautiful Christmas trees, festive store windows and displays.

Yorkville, the Distillery Historic District and Nathan Phillips Square are some of the best spots to stroll with a hot cocoa in hand.

The Toronto Symphony Orchestra perform George Frideric Handel’s Messiah, a staple of the holiday season for anyone who appreciates powerfully composed pieces of classical music.

The conductor for the night will be Sir Andrew Davis and he will be joined by soprano Erin Wall, mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong, tenor Andrew Staples, bass-baritone John Relyea, and the Toronto Mendelssohn Choir.

September 16, 2015