{"id":40143,"date":"2017-04-27T16:00:44","date_gmt":"2017-04-27T20:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/lifestyle\/?p=40143"},"modified":"2017-05-03T09:44:05","modified_gmt":"2017-05-03T13:44:05","slug":"our-ultimate-girls-getaway-guide-to-toronto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/lifestyle\/2017\/04\/our-ultimate-girls-getaway-guide-to-toronto\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Ultimate Girls’ Getaway Guide To Toronto"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your weekend or vacation is here, and you know you want to get away with the girls, but it’s almost impossible for everyone to agree on what to do or where to go. Why not take a look at Toronto, Ontario’s capital and the largest city in Canada. Real Style has partnered with Expedia.ca to help you and your closest girlfriends enjoy an incredible visit to the city. From designer shopping, delectable food and exciting nightlife, a visit to the 6ix<\/a> is sure to satisfy everyone from the fashionista to the party animal.<\/p>\n

Shopping<\/strong>
\nSkip the crowds at the Eaton Centre and take a stroll down Queen Street West<\/strong><\/a> for some of the best shopping in Toronto. With stores ranging from big names like Zara and H&M to one-of-kind boutiques, there\u2019s something for fashion lovers of every stripe. Hunt for vintage Chanel in any of the various vintage shops, or trade in your old duds for something “new” and timelessly chic. Whether you\u2019re looking to treat yourself or strictly window shop, Queen West is a must for your Toronto to-do list.<\/p>\n

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Photo: noam.kogan from Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Culture and Art<\/span><\/strong>
\n<\/span><\/b>This one is for all the Carrie Bradshaws out there who are quite simply addicted to shoes. The <\/span><\/span>Bata Shoe Museum<\/span><\/b><\/a> <\/span><\/span>is a one-of-a-kind exhibit that celebrates footwear from all over the world. With a collection of shoes and related artifacts in the thousands, the museum is a haven for shoe lovers. With displays ranging from Chinese foot shoes to Egyptian sandals, the museum boasts 4,500 years of history. See how footwear has evolved into the 20th<\/sup>-century soles we see in the windows on Bloor Street, which is where the museum is located. It\u2019s a collection that even Sarah Jessica Parker’s Sex and the City<\/span><\/em> character would envy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Food<\/span><\/strong>
\nIf you and your girlfriends have been craving a holiday in the sun but don\u2019t have the budget, <\/span><\/span>Miss Thing\u2019s<\/span><\/b><\/a> <\/span><\/span>is a little piece of the tropics in the city. This Hawaiian inspired restaurant and cocktail bar serves Pan Asian cuisine and boasts a fruity cocktail list. Inspired by Tiki culture and retro mid-century hotel lobby bars, the restaurant\u2019s decor will have you saying \u201cAloha\u201d in no time. Try the Poke Bowl or Grilled Octopus and take your tastes buds on a trip to the islands, without leaving the city limits. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Photo: suzanneyeh from Instagram<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Pampering<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>After a long week at school or work, sometimes all you and your girls need is a day of pampering. Her Majesty\u2019s Pleasure<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>on King St. offers all that as well as all the champagne your heart desires. From manicures to blowouts, the spa offers a number of services for you to indulge in. Guest can sit back, relax and let the bubbly take them away, as they walk away with newly polished tips or freshly styled highlights. <\/p>\n

Relaxing<\/strong>
\nIf you are looking for a little peace and quiet instead of the hustle and bustle of the city, you can even find it in Toronto. We bet you didn’t know that Toronto has a series of small islands in Lake Ontario. Not only can you relax on the fairy ride over to them, (or catch a water taxi if you want to get there quicker), but when you get there the wide open green spaces and beaches will simply help you let your hectic life take a back seat for awhile. Even when it’s busy in the summer, it doesn’t feel like it’s busy. Or if you prefer to stay in the city and still find a little calm by the water, take a visit to Queen Street East and drop in the neighbourhood known as The Beaches. Here you will find a small community within the city, and be able to walk along a 6 kilometre boardwalk that follows the edge of the lake. <\/p>\n

Nightlife<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>Why not end the weekend with a bang and enjoy a night out on the town? From clubs to dive bars, there is no shortage of nightlife in Toronto. Whether you\u2019re there for the drinks, music or crowd, there are a number of places to choose from. If you\u2019re looking for something that has a bit of it all, The Drake Hotel<\/a> is sure to impress your friends. Between the Underground, Lounge and the Sky Yard, there is plenty of room to drink, dance and mingle. Grab your girls and see how this swanky hotel in the west end transforms into a nightlife hotspot.<\/p>\n

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