July 2016

Downtown Toronto, Entertainment, Family Vacations in Toronto, Toronto Family Travel, Toronto History

Toronto Art and Culture

July 29, 2016

If your idea of the perfect day is spent within the walls of a museum or an art gallery, contemplating the creative works of humanity, then you’ll love Toronto. A destination in Canada when it comes to the quality and diversity of Toronto art and culture. There’s an impressive abundance of great museums, galleries and much more – so here are some Toronto art and culture attractions to check out if you are visiting and staying in your furnished rental. Or, better yet, be a tourist in the city you live in!

The Art Gallery of Ontario

Let’s start with the main art institution in the city – the Art Gallery of Ontario aka the AGO. It is one of the biggest art museums in North America and is housed within a cutting edge building designed by architect Frank Gehry. This impressive gallery features a collection of works that totals over 80,000, including paintings, sculptures, drawings and photographs by artists such as Richard Serra, Andy Warhol, Cindy Sherman and Brian Jungen.

Casa Loma

Now a museum, this Gothic Revival house and gardens in Toronto was built as a residence for the incredibly wealthy financier Sir Henry Mill Pellatt in 1911. The castle-like architecture seems strangely out of place in a Canadian city and at the time it was built it was the largest private residence in Canada. Sir Henry imported several artisans from Europe to design Casa Loma, taking his inspiration from castles from across the pond. Take a tour of this fascinating building and imagine what life would be like enjoy its lavish excesses, including a pool, three bowling alleys and an oven large enough to cook an ox.

Angell Gallery

Since it opened in 1996, Angell Gallery has been known for representing cutting edge artists who take bold risks in their work. You’ll see a wide range of thought provoking work in several different mediums including painting, sculpture, video art and digital art.

Stephen Bulger Gallery

Founded in 1994, this gallery has an impressive collection of over 15,000 contemporary and historical photographs. Several international and Canadian photographers are represented, including Sunil Gupta, Pete Doherty and Jeff Thomas. Make sure that you check out the gallery bookshop, which has over 3,000 titles on photography.

Black Creek Pioneer Village

History buffs will love this historic village, carefully recreated to depict life in early Ontario in the 1800s. It’s an opportunity not just to see history, but to smell it, taste it, hear it and experience it first-hand. Within the 40 restored heritage homes you will find artisans and costumed interpreters recreating the lifestyle of the early settlers.

Daniel Faria Gallery

Located within a converted warehouse in Bloordale Village, Daniel Faria Gallery is a contemporary art space that has exhibited some of the biggest names in Canadian Art. The gallery showcases work from some superb Canadian artists including Kristine Moran, Chris Curreri and Shannon Bool.

These are just a few of the art and history attractions you can enjoy for Toronto art and culture.

Business Travel, Fitness and Health, Lifestyle talk

Why Work Wellness is Important

July 22, 2016

It comes as no surprise that people are more productive and motivated when they are feeling healthy and energized. It seems so simple, yet why do we often ignore the importance of overall work wellness in the workplace?

A work wellness program can have a lot of benefits, including increasing the profitability and success of the company as well as enhancing the lives of the employees. According to statistics by the Institute for Healthcare Consumerism, businesses that implemented a work wellness program experienced a 28% reduction in employees who called in sick.

What is a Work Wellness Program?

A workplace wellness program is not a short term solution, it is a complex and long term strategy. A good program should outline short and long term goals for improving the wellness of employees. It should be integrated into the very fabric of the company’s culture and it should focus on all aspects of employee health including sleep, nutrition, fitness, ergonomics, disease prevention, stress management and much more. It can also consider health issues that are relevant to the particular working environment or industry.

Where can you start? There are a number of wellness initiatives that an employer can implement, including flu shots, yoga, smoking cessation programs, group exercise classes, in-office massage therapy, mental health counseling, health fairs, newsletters, gym memberships and so much more. Every company is unique and so are the needs of the employees. The right wellness plan will integrate many aspects of health into one comprehensive overall strategy. When this sets the tone for the workplace, health and wellness will become part of the company culture.

The Benefits

There are so many positive outcomes to looking after the health of your employees. The benefits of implementing a work wellness program include:

Reducing sick time and absenteeism.
Attracting the most talented workers.
Improving decision making and productivity on the job
Improving employee morale
Better employee loyalty and retention
Reduction of workplace conflicts because employees are less stressed and unhappy
Improving creativity and problem solving ability
Better prevention and management of diseases
Lower healthcare costs

Delsuites understands the importance of work wellness and has worked to implement it into the workplace. One of the ways they promote employee wellness is that they have introduced massage therapy for staff. This has a number of benefits including reducing stress, releasing positive endorphins, easing back, neck and shoulder pain, promoting circulation and much more. A quick massage in the workplace can be just what our staff members need to pick them up and keep them feeling energized in the middle of a busy day.

Business Travel, Mississauga, Mississauga Travel, Toronto Family Travel

Delsuites Skymark West Mississauga

July 14, 2016

Featuring Style and Comfort

DelSuites Skymark West Mississauga has a great location close to the Mississauga Convention Centre and Square One Shopping Centre. These furnished apartments in Mississauga features a private balcony and a spacious separate living area equipped with a DVD player and a TV where you can enjoy more than 100 channels, premium movie channels & HBO. You can even directly order specialty language and sports packages with no additional administration costs applied. The fully equipped kitchen features 4 major appliances including a fridge, dishwasher, stove and microwave.

Our furnished rentals in Mississauga are bright and airy and have a modern design. During your stay the staff at Delsuites will help you with anything you need, ensuring that you are comfortable and well looked after. The facilities also feature a gym and an indoor pool, so that you can stay active and fit during your visit to Skymark West Mississauga. Wifi is available in all of the suites free of charge, which means that this location is also great for business travellers who need to communicate and get work done during their stay.

Modern Convenience

The newly designed suites have a contemporary colour palette and a calm, tranquil feeling. They are decorated with trendy and stylish furniture and modern artwork. The suites also offer a sofa bed in the living room, so that you can host more people if necessary. There is an in-suite washer and dryer, which saves you the hassle of having to get your clothes laundered during your trip.

The services feature inclusive weekly housekeeping service (based on your reservation) and 24/7 on-call services for emergencies. There is also a 24 hour security personnel as well as controlled building access, so you can count on being safe and secure.

Enjoying Mississauga

This is a location that is ideal for summer travel. There is a lot to do in Mississauga so it will be hard to be bored while you are enjoying this gorgeous area. Check out the spectacular waterfront district at Port Credit, which features a great selection of boutiques, marinas, restaurants and craft shops. If you are travelling with kids they will love Playdium, which is a 40,000 square foot interactive games playground. Mississauga is also a great place for shopping. It is home to Erin Mills Town Centre which has over 175 shops and Square One Shopping Centre which has over 360 stores . It is also where you will find Dixie Outlet, a great place for bargains.

Another great area of Mississauga is Streetsville, which is where the mayor lives. It has a number of interesting shops and restaurants to enjoy. Art lovers can check out the Art Gallery of Mississauga, which has an impressive collection of national and international exhibitions.

The Delsuites Skymark West Mississauga location is ideal for exploring, as you will be close to many of the best attractions. To find out more about the furnished rentals and suites and what they have to offer, or to ask us any questions, please feel free to contact at any time.

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Business Travel Toronto

July 8, 2016

If you are travelling to Toronto on business, having a good place to stay is crucial. You’ll be focused on getting things done and achieving your business goals, so your accommodation needs to facilitate this by being convenient and comfortable. Delsuites business travel Toronto has been providing high quality corporate housing for over 17 years, offering business travellers the ideal place to stay for projects, relocation, assignments, training, conferences or any other corporate visit.

We understand that the needs of a business traveller are very different to the needs of someone visiting Toronto on vacation. We know that offering good service and excellent amenities saves you time and increases your productivity. We understand that a convenient location keeps you close to your work and networking events. We have worked to create comfortable furnished rentals in Toronto that provide you with everything you need to feel well rested and prepared to take on a busy day.

Why Staying in a Furnished Apartment is Perfect for Business Travel Toronto

If you are visiting Toronto on business, staying in a furnished apartment is a much better alternative to staying in a hotel. Here are some of the advantages:

You’ll have a productive workspace and high speed internet, so that you can get work done during your stay – because we know that work doesn’t always stop when you return to your room.
The locations within Toronto are close to the main business area and are well connected with public transport.
Local calls are free, so that you can network with your contacts in the area.
Early Check in and Late Check Out are an option (based on availability).
We also offer a free one-way transfer to or from the airport.
The high quality beds are extremely comfortable, ensuring that you will be well rested for that big presentation or important meeting.
The fully equipped kitchen allows you to prepare breakfast before an early morning meeting or make a quick and easy dinner for yourself when you are tired from work and don’t want to head out to a restaurant.
When you want to relax and unwind after a hard day of work, you will have access to the recreational amenities within the building including the fitness centre, swimming pool, whirlpool and billiards room.

Our accommodations offer advantages over hotel rooms because they are more than just a bed for the night. We provide a total package that will make business travel Toronto convenient and enjoyable.

If your company needs excellent corporate accommodation solutions at an affordable price, please fill out our Corporate Client Form. One of our account managers will contact you to put together a corporate package that is tailored to your needs. Also, we have a network of partners around the world so we are able to find accommodations internationally for your employees. If you have any questions, please feel free to give us a call.