travel announcement: toronto, canada

Can I just say, springtime in New York City is no springtime in Paris. As summer draws nearer, there’s one thing that’s on every New Yorker’s mind: the weekend getaway. Naturally, when I heard that that the bi-annual TBEX Conference was being held the first weekend of June in Toronto, Canada, it was like music to my ears.

Sure, the temperatures in NYC have finally risen above fifty degrees, and we’ve had some pretty gloriously sunny days. But along with the rising temperatures and the changing of seasons comes the increase in tourist traffic on the sidewalks. Add to this the inevitable growing stench of trash, body odor, and — I’m serious — urine, and I need to get out. Toronto is the perfect segue into the copious weekend getaways that I’m about to take on this summer.

How I’ll be getting there: Toronto is only a short hour and forty five minute flight from the Big Apple, so I’ll be flying United on Friday evening. My return is still somewhat TBD, but there’s a chance a roadtrip is in the works.

Where I’ll be staying: With so many of my fellow travel bloggers heading to Toronto for TBEX, I was overwhelmed. How would I find a hotel that was close enough to everyone?! Instead, on a genius of a whim, I teamed up with some of my favorites to form the ultimate blogger house. It’s kind of like the Real World, but more wine and more debauchery. We found the perfect townhouse rental in downtown Toronto on FlipKey. It’s even complete with a backyard, which is where I’m assuming Traveling Ted will be sleeping.

Images courtesy of Flipkey

I’m currently taking bets on which blogger will be the first to pass out and have mustaches glued to their face, courtesy of Lola. No, but like, seriously.

What I’ll be doing: Most of my weekend I’ll be TBEX-ing it up with my fellow bloggers. But, since I’m a first-timer in Toronto, I’m anxious to explore a new city. To all the Toronto natives and Toronto aficionados out there: what’s a girl to do with only two quick nights in the city?

See you soon Toronto!

xo!

the wino

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20 Comments

Lance

May 8, 2013 at 23:36 Reply

Oh, I’m pretty jealous of that house. something tells me I know one or two bloggers staying there and sounds like you guys will be showing up at the conference sleepy every morning. I will be taking a chance and making my first ever stay in a hostel.
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Lazy Travelers

May 9, 2013 at 09:42 Reply

obvi you’re invited to come party, lance! what hostel will you be in?
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  May 9, 2013 at 12:57 Reply
  
  Hi-Toronto. I don’t stay in hostels, never thought about it, really. My frequent travel partner (wife) prefers B&Bs, apartments and nice hotels. So since I’m traveling without her I thought it would be a perfect opportunity to stay in a hostel. I won’t turn down an invite to hang out.
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  - Lazy Travelers
    
    May 10, 2013 at 10:02 Reply
    
    every traveler has to experience a hostel once in his/her life! you’re invited to the party house for sure– though you may be asked to wear a mustache. deal?
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    - Lance Wiedower
      
      May 10, 2013 at 15:15
      
      I’m game for whatever, so do what you have to do.
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Linda Ripper

May 9, 2013 at 05:17 Reply

OMG a blogger house… Love it… Have fun and I cant wait for the images of the first mustache being glued on… hehehehe…

Lazy Travelers

May 9, 2013 at 09:58 Reply

photos are a sure thing. stay tuned! xo

danielle

May 9, 2013 at 10:43 Reply

Have an amazing time!!

Lazy Travelers

May 9, 2013 at 12:02 Reply

thank you! without a doubt, we will!
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The World Wanderer

May 9, 2013 at 16:05 Reply

Is it TBEX weekend yet??? I cannot wait! 🙂
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Lazy Travelers

May 10, 2013 at 10:07 Reply

how many plates of poutine do you think we can fire down in one sitting??
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  May 28, 2013 at 18:37 Reply
  
  Too many to count, I’m sure. How many glasses of wine and cups of coffee?
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Francesca

May 10, 2013 at 06:55 Reply

Toronto is awesome, you’re gonna have a ball 🙂

Lazy Travelers

May 10, 2013 at 10:08 Reply

thank you!!!
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Anita Mac

May 10, 2013 at 11:22 Reply

So excited…can’t wait! See some good times ahead in the blogger town house! Will be the place to be for sure!
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