Jonny Lang in Toronto 2017 - Day 1 - 24th August

Day 1

The day had arrived when my trip to Canada with Rhian Evans arrived. My main reason for going was to see Jonny Lang in concert at the Danforth Music Hall. Rhian's was to see Niagara Falls. She arrived at the house at 6.15 and after packing her cases in the car we set off for Chepstow. We were to pick up Kevin after his shift at Tesco's before driving to Heathrow. He was going to bring the car back to Newport after dropping us off.

We set off to Heathrow at about 7.00 and made good progress arriving at Terminal 2 by 9.00.  Kevin took the car back and we proceeded to check in and get rid of our hold luggage.

After breakfast in the airport the time passed quickly and it was soon time to board our plane for the 12.05 flight to Toronto. We were flying Air Canada and their staff were very courteous as we boarded in an orderly fashion.  However, we were delayed on the Tarmac for an hour but it soon passed and the Air Canada staff kept us updated on progress.

We eventually got airborne and after an uneventful flight, during which we were fed and watered at alarmingly regular intervals, we descended into Toronto International Airport. I don't know what the other passengers were expecting, but they broke into rapturous applause as we touched down.

After the usual customs formalities, which were easier than expected, we picked up our luggage and went to the Dollar Car Hire counter to collect our car. We were given a  Chevrolet Cruze which was a nice surprise as we had been expecting a Toyota Corolla.

After getting the hang of the car we set off for Toronto City centre where we were to stay for the next few days.  Unfortunately it was now rush hour and the roads were chocablock and progress was slow, but steady, into the city. As we got nearer and nearer we could see the CN tower coming into view. It was beginning to get spectacular.

We eventually arrived at our destination, very tired but quite excited. Our apartment in the Atlas Suites, 300 Front Street West was really nice and very well appointed.  Very clean and well furnished with a massive balcony.

The view from the balcony was spectacular we were right next to the CN Tower with a good view of Lake.Ontario

Later in the evening, it got even better when the lights came on, on and around the Tower.

I think we will have a good time here. Jonny Lang tomorrow.