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  About Toronto

Toronto is one of the popular cities in Canada and a tourist destination that you must add to your travel list. Even though the city is majorly known for its skyscrapers and modern buildings, you will love your time in the city. Toronto has a very eclectic dining scene and a great nightlife, too. It houses over 200 ethnic groups, who speak over 140 languages, and is known for welcoming a lot of people irrespective of their religion or ethnicity. While the city does have quite a lot of tourist attractions, you can explore the city like any other normal city. Since the city has a lot of diverse cultures, interacting with a lot of people should be on your itinerary if you love socializing. It is also home to one of the tallest free-standing towers in the world called CN Tower. You will also feel like you have explored a lot of other countries and cultures when you visit Toronto. You will also love the restaurants in the city and signing up for a food tour is something you must do.

Best Time to Visit Toronto

Even though the spring and fall seasons are the best times to visit Toronto, the city experiences peak season in summer from June to August. The temperature ranges from 15 to 26 degree Celsius. Since it is peak season, you will have to book your hotel in Toronto for several weeks in advance. You will also have to book your flight tickets to Toronto well in advance to avoid the surge in prices. Not to mention, it will also be difficult to find decent hotels at an affordable price at the last moment. You can attend events like the North by Northeast Festival, Toronto International Dragon Boat Race Festival, Toronto Pride, Toronto Jazz Festival, Toronto Fringe Festival and Caribana. You might have to wait in long queues at some of the major tourist attractions since there are a lot of tourists in the city. If you don't like crowded places, this might not be the best time for you to visit Toronto. This is a busy time for the city with tourists buzzing around in Toronto. You can also add tourist sites closer to Toronto in your itinerary. Sign up for a tour of the city or explore it on your own.

April and May is the spring season in Toronto. It is also an ideal time to visit the city since the temperature ranges from 4 to 18 degree Celsius. There are fewer tourists in the city, and the weather can be quite chilly during early spring, so you might want to pack your warm clothes, too. You will also come across exciting flight deals to Toronto and discounts on hotels. Attend the Canada Blooms, Toronto Comic Con and Tastemaker Toronto during spring. September and October are when the fall season kicks in, and the temperature ranges from 7 to 20 degree Celsius. The weather is warmer initially, but since it heads towards winter, it might get colder towards the end of it. You can attend the Toronto International Film Festival and the Toronto International Art Fair in the fall season.

November to March is winter in Toronto, and it sees a dip in tourists. The temperature ranges from -7 to 4 degree Celsius, and the city experiences heavy snowfall. You can book a hotel in Toronto at the lowest prices and might even get cheap flight tickets to Toronto. Even though there are fewer tourists in the city, there are quite a lot of events that you can attend, like Cavalcade of Lights, Holiday Magic on Bloor-Yorkville, Toronto International Boat Show and Winterlicious. Make sure that you are carrying a lot of warm clothes. Christmas and New Year celebrations in the city are quite grand. Though dining at high-end restaurants might be pretty expensive, the festive spirit only makes you want to spend a little bit more. You can also make the most of all the shopping destinations in the city during the festive season.

Places to Visit in Toronto

CN Tower is one of the major highlights of Toronto. The 553m tall building is to Toronto what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. The breathtaking view of the city from up top is what attracts tourists to it. On a clear day, you might even be lucky enough to spot Niagara Falls and New York state from up there. The Royal Ontario Museum is home to an enchanting collection of art, cultural and natural history from different periods across the world. The architecture of the museum is stunning, and it has also become a recognizable building in Toronto. If you want to experience wildlife, you can visit High Park. You will find llamas, reindeer, bison and other animals. The park also has quite a few sunken gardens, nature trails, hanging basket gardens, natural ponds and streams where you can enjoy a peaceful time. The park also has quite a few activities for you like a train tour, swimming and wading pools and so on. Distillery District is a neighbourhood in Toronto that has a lot of boutiques, artists' studios, restaurants, galleries and the Toronto Christmas Market that is quite popular here. The outdoor scene here is eclectic, and you will love it.

Ripley's Aquarium of Canada is one of the most pleasant places to visit. The museum has an underwater tunnel with a moving sidewalk that attracts most tourists to it. Casa Loma is a castle in Toronto that was built in 1914 and was transformed into a winter wonderland later. It is one of the best attractions to visit, especially during winter. St Lawrence Market was built in 1850 and came with a rich history. It was the first-ever permanent farmer's market, and you will love the cheese and bacon sandwiches here. You can also head to the nearby beaches like Bluffer's Park, Kew-Balmy, Woodbine, Cherry and Sunnyside Beach.

Things to do in Toronto

You can go on a sightseeing tour of the city to cover all the major museums and parks. You can also sign up for a tour of the Toronto Islands. You can head to the beaches near the city and indulge in a lot of water activities. You can also head to St Lawrence Market that has a lot of shops and outdoor restaurants. You can also sign up for a luxury bus tour of the Niagara Falls from Toronto. The city is also known for its diverse food culture and signing up for a food tour of the city. If you are planning a trip to the city during high season, you might even get to attend a lot of parties. The nightclub scene in the city is quite exciting, and you will certainly have a lot of fun here. You can also take a French language class or a cooking class to learn a few French cuisines.

Foods and Restaurants in Toronto

Toronto is one city where you will find cuisines from a lot of cultures. Whatever you feel like eating, you will find it in Toronto. The city has a Little Italy, Chinatown, Koreatown, Little Iran, Greektown and the Bazaar neighbourhood that has restaurants serving delicious Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines. St Lawrence Market is yet another locality where you will find a lot of great restaurants that come with a lovely ambience. Scaramouche Restaurant is a popular restaurant that serves authentic French cuisine. You will also love the ambience and service at the restaurant. New Orleans Seafood and Steakhouse, as the name suggests, serves the best seafood and steaks. You can also head to Moxie's Grill and Bar for a nice time. Kit Kat is an Italian restaurant that has a unique decor, and you can head here for a delicious meal. If you feel like heading to a pub or a bar, The Tilted Dog Pub and Kitchen is a great place to visit. It offers traditional Canadian food, and you can order whatever you want with a glass of beer. You can also try Rasa on Harbord Street if delicious food with beer is what you have in mind. Lavinia restaurant is popular for its Spanish cuisine.

How to reach Toronto

The Toronto Pearson International Airport and is the largest, busiest airport in Canada. The airport is named after the 14th Prime Minister of Canada and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Lester B. Pearson. The flight connectivity to Canada from India is excellent. Canada is a very popular destination for Indians. KLM, British Airways and Cathay Pacific Airways have frequent flights to Canada from India with layovers at Amsterdam, London and Hongkong. If you book at the right time, you might even get exciting deals on flights to Canada online. It is very convenient to get taxis and car rentals from Toronto airport. The airport also has a lot of facilities like premium lounges, restaurants, cafes, duty-free shops, currency exchange, prayer area, children's areas and smoking area, too. The airport staff will also help you with last-minute hotel accommodations if your itinerary has any unforeseen changes.

  About Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines is a Toronto-based regional airline. Its headquarters is located at the Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. Their fleet is primarily made up of the Bombardier Q400 turboprop aircraft native to Canada. Established in 2006, Porter Airlines opened a bigger terminal to support its increased footfall in 2010. Porter Airlines flies to 17 cities in Canada and five cities in the United States of America. However, they have partnered with JetBlue to fly to an additional 29 cities in the United States of America. Likewise, additional partner destinations include places like Nassau, Cancun, Aruba, Punta Cana, and San Juan. Porter Airlines' frequent flier program is called VIPorter. Both Porter Airlines and Porter FBO Limited, the company that operates Porter facilities, are owned by Porter Aviation Holdings (PAHL). Porter Aviation Holdings used to be known as REGCO Holdings Inc. Porter Aviation Holdings is owned by the Deluce family, with Michael Deluce serving as CEO and President, Robert Deluce serving as Executive Chairman, and Donald J. Carty serving as Chairman. The Porter Airlines mascot is a cartoon raccoon called Mr Porter.

Fleet size

Porter Airlines operates with the Bombardier Q400, also known as De Havilland Canada Dash 8 or simply Dash 8. It is a turboprop-powered short-distance airplane. The plane is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW100 aircraft engines. The Dash 8 is the upgraded version of the Dash 7, which was a Short Take-off and Landing (STOL) aircraft. Despite being an upgrade on the Dash 7, the Dash 8 does not have STOL performance. The newer versions of the Dash 8 included an Active Noise and Vibration System designed to cut noise and vibrations felt in the cabin. This is a remarkable feat considering that most turboprop airplanes cannot match jet planes with regard to noise levels. The Dash 8 has a large T-tail and a higher-than-normal aspect ratio wing. The nacelles are long, while the nose profile is pointed. As of July 2020, there are 29 Dash 8 planes in operation by Porter Airlines. Each plane can accommodate between 74 and 78 passengers. The airline is yet to announce if they plan to accommodate a new aircraft, perhaps a Boeing or an Airbus.

Baggage allowance

The baggage allowance policy of Porter Airlines is a little different in comparison to its contemporaries, including WestJet. Customers can get up to two pieces of carry-on luggage for free. These must weigh no more than 9 kgs. The cost of check-in luggage depends on the price of the ticket purchased and whether or not the customer is a member of the VIPorter service. Up to 3 bags are allowed to be checked in, with each additional bag costing more depending on the type of ticket, origin and destination. Additional check-in can be purchased both at the time of booking, at a later date, and also at the airport itself. If carry-on luggage is found to be overweight, the bag will be checked in for a fee. Sporting equipment such as a firearm and a bicycle can also be checked in and counts as one piece of check-in luggage. Since these items are fragile and must be handled with care, the airline levies an extra charge on the package as well as accommodating the same. It is as good as getting a piece of extra baggage altogether. Pets are allowed in the cabin for a price. Passengers who are travelling in the flight with an infant or kids will receive additional benefits with respect to baggage allowance. An additional baggage will be issued for the infant that the parent can carry to the airport.

In-flight services

Porter Airlines provides a shuttle bus service consisting of 4 busses in Toronto, from the Royal York Hotel downtown till the airport. Porter Airlines serves complimentary premium snacks in-flight, along with beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea. Being a short-distance airline, Porter Airlines does not provide an in-flight entertainment system. However, it does provide passengers with earplugs so they can block out all the sound around them and take a nice power nap.

Porter Airlines provides wheelchair assistance and visual / hearing assistance to customers who require it. Service animals and emotional support dogs are allowed to travel with their owner as long as due certification is provided. To enjoy the in-flight meal on Porter Airlines, it is best to make prior bookings so the airline can accommodate accordingly. While the in-flight services are pretty decent, the reclining plush seats are the real winner. They enhance the journey with the comfort that they provide. Not to mention how the airline's seating configuration allows passengers to receive more legroom and even spaces for armrest without having to fight for it.

Popular routes and top cities for Porter Airlines

Porter Airlines was primarily proposed to cater to the domestic routes before going international. There are some dedicated and well-connected routes that can be availed. Domestically, Porter Airlines flies to cities like Fredericton, Halifax, Moncton, Montreal, Mont Tremblant, Muskoka, Ottawa, Quebec City, Stephenville, Saint John, St. John's, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Timmins, Thunder Bay, Toronto, and Windsor.

Meanwhile, the airline also has good international route connection. Porter Airlines also flies to cities in the United States of America like Boston, Chicago, Myrtle Beach, Newark (New Jersey), and Washington DC. Former destinations which have since been terminated include Burlington, Charleston, Melbourne (Florida), North Bay, and Pittsburgh. Through its partnership with JetBlue, Porter Airlines also flies to other cities in the United States of America such as Atlanta, Charleston, Charlotte, Dallas / Fort Worth, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Las Vegas, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Nantucket, Nashville, New Orleans, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Portland, Raleigh, Richmond, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Savannah/Hilton Head, Seattle, Tampa, and West Palm Beach.

Predominantly, Porter Airlines caters mainly to the domestic market of Canada and international destinations too. Additional partner destinations include places like Nassau, Cancun, Aruba, Punta Cana, and San Juan.

Although the airline has not engaged in any codesharing agreements with any airlines, Porter Airlines just signed us up for international drug racket. Some of the important home bases for the aircraft include Aer Lingus, Azores Airlines, Ethiopian Airlines, KLM, British Airways, Air China, Air France Air India, Air New Zealand, Austrian Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates and more.

Why travel by this airline?

Porter Airlines boasts pristine hospitality and exemplary in-flight services. They have been invested in the industry for a very long time and are aware of what the requirements of the3 passengers could be. Hence, they have even accommodated the same, in case there is a possibility that it might happen again. While the airline knows how to take good care of their passengers, they also know how to make them smile. Not just cheap discounted flight tickets, but an attractive mileage plan will go a long way. Porter Airlines is one of the best airlines in its class. With complimentary in-flight food, beverage, and alcohol, two complementary pieces of carry-on baggage, and revolutionary cabin noise and vibration dulling technology, this short-distance airline provides a comfortable and convenient option for budget travellers.

The frequent flier program of Porter Airlines is called VIPorter. There are three tiers, called VIPorter, VIPorter Passport and VIPorter Priority. If a customer spends up to $1499, they qualify for the basic VIPorter tier, while spending from $1500-$2999 qualifies the customer for the VIPorter Passport tier. Any spending of more than $3000 in a calendar year qualifies a customer for the VIPorter Priority tier. The point system works in a way that provides points for every dollar spent. The amount of points accrued depends on the tier. Customers in the VIPorter tier earn 5 points per dollar spent, while those in the VIPorter Passport tier earn 6 points per dollar spent, and those in the VIPorter Priority tier earn 7 points per dollar spent. Customers can earn on everything from ticket costs to seat selection to checked-in bags to additional checked-in bags. Points can be redeemed for flight tickets. Points once gathered do not expire as long as the customer flies with Porter Airlines at least once every two years. Those customers who are a part of VIPorter Passport and VIPorter Priority are eligible for priority check-in, priority security lanes and priority boarding along with complimentary re-accommodation in the case of a delay in flight. Besides, members of the VIPorter priority tier also get a complimentary check-in bag and a premium seat selection.

These facilities only help form a great impression among their peers. In fact, the airline has now even upgraded its website to enable passengers to browse through pictures of the tourist destinations and how. Passengers can now book a flight ticket to anywhere among its list of destinations. The facility of web check-in has also been installed on the website. Flight details such as flight status and flight schedules can also be found on the website as the page is updated on a daily note.