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Love Letter From a Commuter: Why the Don Valley Should Be Protected
Dear Don Valley, It is 9:39 a.m. on Tuesday, September 6, 2022, and I am driving down the Don Valley Parkway, heading to Centennial College for my first day of school. Up until today, I have never been a commuter; I have always lived close to school, so driving every day from my small hometown north of the city is rather new to me. Already I find the bumper-to-bumper traffic along the DVP to be as tedious and exhausting as the constant exhaust fumes that are spewing out of engines all around me. But there is one silver lining: as I take the exit at Don Mills Road and the…
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Get Back Into Biking
Although winter this year has been mild enough to keep even the less than avid cyclist on the road for the majority of the season, most of us are eagerly awaiting those longer, warmer days of spring. Torontonians, on the whole, have embraced this efficient, clean, and fun way to get around; but while choosing the bike as a primary mode of transportation can be difficult for many, there is something to be said about its use recreationally. Opt for Trails and Pathways While the city debates over how to expand its on-street bike network, and those brave enough deal with the often stressful, although rewarding commute through these traffic-laden…
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The Thais that Bind
A Guide to Thailand By Caroline Frappier When I was prepping for my trip to Thailand in January, I was unusually calm about the entire planning process. With only a couple of months before the new year, I decided to meet my long-time partner-in-crime, Kathleen, at the Bangkok airport in February. This last-minute, loose schedule, devil-may-care approach to travel made my parents want to lock me up in the cellar. “Check in every three to four days now, you hear?” barked my father when he dropped me off at the airport the morning of February 4th. “Hopefully they have internet!” I replied as I moved to grab my backpack out…
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7 Steps to Summer Safety
Follow these simple rules to home security before heading out to the lake this weekend.
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Stress-Free Destination Wedding
Minimize the planning and focus on the fun as you gear up for your destination wedding!
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Online Bargain Shopping
Your Guide to Daily Deal Websites.
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Pros and Cons of the Packaged Bus Tour
Are they really the best value for your money?
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Travel Tips for the Frugal
Get the best deals on your vacations every time.