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Welcome 2010 A S URV IV AL G UIDE FO R E XCHA NG E STUDE NTS
MA DE B Y Q UE ENrsquoS ST UDE NTS
Find out about
the hot spots in Kingston
No need to worry
about housing with our Housing
101 Guide
Plus Academic information Clothing
stores Banking information Local pubs amp bars and much more
Get an inside view on
Canadian culture from the perspectives of
Queenlsquos Students
Donlsquot miss out on
upcoming Queenlsquos events
1st Edition
Welcome 2010
Welcome Word by AMS Executives On behalf of the Alma Mater Society
we would like to welcome you to
Queenrsquos The AMS is Canadarsquos oldest
student government and has repre-
sented the undergraduate students of
Queenrsquos for over 150 years providing
students with a variety of government
committees as well as 14 corporate
services which we greatly encourage
you to use We hope that during your
time at Queenrsquos you have the opportu-
nity to truly immerse yourself in our
student life and experience the sense of
spirit tradition and community for
which Queenrsquos prides itself
If you would like to learn more about
what the AMS can do for you while
you are at Queenrsquos visit our office in
the lower JDUC send us an email or
check out our new website at
wwwmyamsorg
Once again welcome to Queenrsquos and
we hope that you have an amazing
exchange
Sincerely
Michael Ceci
AMS President
Leslie Yun
AMS Vice-President (Operations)
Adam Zabrodski
AMS Vice-President (University Af-
fairs)
Queens College colours we are wearing once again
Soiled as they are by the battle and the rain
Yet another victory to wipe away the stain
So Gaels go in and win
Oil thigh na Banrighinn aBanrighinn gu brath
Cha-gheill Cha-gheill Cha-gheill
Word from the creators This e-magazine has been created to act as a one-stop resource to help you prior to coming to Queenlsquos It is designed to give you a better understanding of Queenlsquos Kingston and Canada It has been created by current Queenlsquos student and past exchange students to ease your transition into the Queenlsquos community Hope you enjoy it
Index
Housing 6
Student Housing Map 7
Housing tips 8
Housing tips 9
Housing tips 10
Health and Dental Information 11-11
Useful Information 13
Health Information 13
IT Services 13
Other 13
Academic Information 14
Course Calendar 15
QCard 16
Getting to Kingston 17
Around Campus 18
School Facilities 19
Campus Map 20
JDUC Information and Map 21-24
Services Offered by the AMS 25
Important Dates From the AMS 26
Queenrsquos Varsity Schedules 27
Index
Socializing in Kingston 28
Annual Kingston WinterSpring Events 29
Kingston Pubs 30-31
Map of Kingston Bars Pubs and Clubs 32
Kingston Bars and Clubs 33
Restaurants 34-37
Clothing Stores Close to Campus 38
Grocery Stores in Kingston 39
Travelling Tips 40
Travelling Information 41
Getting Around in Kingston 42
Travel Suggestions 43
Algonquin Provincial Park 44
New York City 45
Boston 46
Montreacuteal 47
Niagara Falls 48
Ottawa 49
Queacutebec City 50
Toronto 51
Ski Trip to Mont Tremblant 52
Welcome
HOUSING
Need to find a place to live for the semester you are here Different resources are available to make the search for a great accommodation easier
However before
starting your search
let us give you a few
tips to consider when
looking for an accom-
modation in Kingston
This section will
provide just that
The Village Most Queenlsquos students live in residences located on campus for their first year Then they move with a group of friends to a house in the area around campus called the village The experience is unique and adds a lot to your Queenlsquos experience
THE VILLAGE
STUDENT HOUSING MAP
Make sure to look at the area number The higher the number the
further from Campus the accommodation is We suggest looking mainly at accommodations in area 1 (5 minutes walk to campus) and area 2
(10 minutes walk to campus) This is where most Queenlsquos students live However in general the further from campus you are the cheaper rent will be Another suggestion would be to ―MapQuest or ―Google Map the
address to clearly see where the house or apartment is located
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 0
JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 1
JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 23
SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Welcome 2010
Welcome Word by AMS Executives On behalf of the Alma Mater Society
we would like to welcome you to
Queenrsquos The AMS is Canadarsquos oldest
student government and has repre-
sented the undergraduate students of
Queenrsquos for over 150 years providing
students with a variety of government
committees as well as 14 corporate
services which we greatly encourage
you to use We hope that during your
time at Queenrsquos you have the opportu-
nity to truly immerse yourself in our
student life and experience the sense of
spirit tradition and community for
which Queenrsquos prides itself
If you would like to learn more about
what the AMS can do for you while
you are at Queenrsquos visit our office in
the lower JDUC send us an email or
check out our new website at
wwwmyamsorg
Once again welcome to Queenrsquos and
we hope that you have an amazing
exchange
Sincerely
Michael Ceci
AMS President
Leslie Yun
AMS Vice-President (Operations)
Adam Zabrodski
AMS Vice-President (University Af-
fairs)
Queens College colours we are wearing once again
Soiled as they are by the battle and the rain
Yet another victory to wipe away the stain
So Gaels go in and win
Oil thigh na Banrighinn aBanrighinn gu brath
Cha-gheill Cha-gheill Cha-gheill
Word from the creators This e-magazine has been created to act as a one-stop resource to help you prior to coming to Queenlsquos It is designed to give you a better understanding of Queenlsquos Kingston and Canada It has been created by current Queenlsquos student and past exchange students to ease your transition into the Queenlsquos community Hope you enjoy it
Index
Housing 6
Student Housing Map 7
Housing tips 8
Housing tips 9
Housing tips 10
Health and Dental Information 11-11
Useful Information 13
Health Information 13
IT Services 13
Other 13
Academic Information 14
Course Calendar 15
QCard 16
Getting to Kingston 17
Around Campus 18
School Facilities 19
Campus Map 20
JDUC Information and Map 21-24
Services Offered by the AMS 25
Important Dates From the AMS 26
Queenrsquos Varsity Schedules 27
Index
Socializing in Kingston 28
Annual Kingston WinterSpring Events 29
Kingston Pubs 30-31
Map of Kingston Bars Pubs and Clubs 32
Kingston Bars and Clubs 33
Restaurants 34-37
Clothing Stores Close to Campus 38
Grocery Stores in Kingston 39
Travelling Tips 40
Travelling Information 41
Getting Around in Kingston 42
Travel Suggestions 43
Algonquin Provincial Park 44
New York City 45
Boston 46
Montreacuteal 47
Niagara Falls 48
Ottawa 49
Queacutebec City 50
Toronto 51
Ski Trip to Mont Tremblant 52
Welcome
HOUSING
Need to find a place to live for the semester you are here Different resources are available to make the search for a great accommodation easier
However before
starting your search
let us give you a few
tips to consider when
looking for an accom-
modation in Kingston
This section will
provide just that
The Village Most Queenlsquos students live in residences located on campus for their first year Then they move with a group of friends to a house in the area around campus called the village The experience is unique and adds a lot to your Queenlsquos experience
THE VILLAGE
STUDENT HOUSING MAP
Make sure to look at the area number The higher the number the
further from Campus the accommodation is We suggest looking mainly at accommodations in area 1 (5 minutes walk to campus) and area 2
(10 minutes walk to campus) This is where most Queenlsquos students live However in general the further from campus you are the cheaper rent will be Another suggestion would be to ―MapQuest or ―Google Map the
address to clearly see where the house or apartment is located
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Word from the creators This e-magazine has been created to act as a one-stop resource to help you prior to coming to Queenlsquos It is designed to give you a better understanding of Queenlsquos Kingston and Canada It has been created by current Queenlsquos student and past exchange students to ease your transition into the Queenlsquos community Hope you enjoy it
Index
Housing 6
Student Housing Map 7
Housing tips 8
Housing tips 9
Housing tips 10
Health and Dental Information 11-11
Useful Information 13
Health Information 13
IT Services 13
Other 13
Academic Information 14
Course Calendar 15
QCard 16
Getting to Kingston 17
Around Campus 18
School Facilities 19
Campus Map 20
JDUC Information and Map 21-24
Services Offered by the AMS 25
Important Dates From the AMS 26
Queenrsquos Varsity Schedules 27
Index
Socializing in Kingston 28
Annual Kingston WinterSpring Events 29
Kingston Pubs 30-31
Map of Kingston Bars Pubs and Clubs 32
Kingston Bars and Clubs 33
Restaurants 34-37
Clothing Stores Close to Campus 38
Grocery Stores in Kingston 39
Travelling Tips 40
Travelling Information 41
Getting Around in Kingston 42
Travel Suggestions 43
Algonquin Provincial Park 44
New York City 45
Boston 46
Montreacuteal 47
Niagara Falls 48
Ottawa 49
Queacutebec City 50
Toronto 51
Ski Trip to Mont Tremblant 52
Welcome
HOUSING
Need to find a place to live for the semester you are here Different resources are available to make the search for a great accommodation easier
However before
starting your search
let us give you a few
tips to consider when
looking for an accom-
modation in Kingston
This section will
provide just that
The Village Most Queenlsquos students live in residences located on campus for their first year Then they move with a group of friends to a house in the area around campus called the village The experience is unique and adds a lot to your Queenlsquos experience
THE VILLAGE
STUDENT HOUSING MAP
Make sure to look at the area number The higher the number the
further from Campus the accommodation is We suggest looking mainly at accommodations in area 1 (5 minutes walk to campus) and area 2
(10 minutes walk to campus) This is where most Queenlsquos students live However in general the further from campus you are the cheaper rent will be Another suggestion would be to ―MapQuest or ―Google Map the
address to clearly see where the house or apartment is located
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 1
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Index
Housing 6
Student Housing Map 7
Housing tips 8
Housing tips 9
Housing tips 10
Health and Dental Information 11-11
Useful Information 13
Health Information 13
IT Services 13
Other 13
Academic Information 14
Course Calendar 15
QCard 16
Getting to Kingston 17
Around Campus 18
School Facilities 19
Campus Map 20
JDUC Information and Map 21-24
Services Offered by the AMS 25
Important Dates From the AMS 26
Queenrsquos Varsity Schedules 27
Index
Socializing in Kingston 28
Annual Kingston WinterSpring Events 29
Kingston Pubs 30-31
Map of Kingston Bars Pubs and Clubs 32
Kingston Bars and Clubs 33
Restaurants 34-37
Clothing Stores Close to Campus 38
Grocery Stores in Kingston 39
Travelling Tips 40
Travelling Information 41
Getting Around in Kingston 42
Travel Suggestions 43
Algonquin Provincial Park 44
New York City 45
Boston 46
Montreacuteal 47
Niagara Falls 48
Ottawa 49
Queacutebec City 50
Toronto 51
Ski Trip to Mont Tremblant 52
Welcome
HOUSING
Need to find a place to live for the semester you are here Different resources are available to make the search for a great accommodation easier
However before
starting your search
let us give you a few
tips to consider when
looking for an accom-
modation in Kingston
This section will
provide just that
The Village Most Queenlsquos students live in residences located on campus for their first year Then they move with a group of friends to a house in the area around campus called the village The experience is unique and adds a lot to your Queenlsquos experience
THE VILLAGE
STUDENT HOUSING MAP
Make sure to look at the area number The higher the number the
further from Campus the accommodation is We suggest looking mainly at accommodations in area 1 (5 minutes walk to campus) and area 2
(10 minutes walk to campus) This is where most Queenlsquos students live However in general the further from campus you are the cheaper rent will be Another suggestion would be to ―MapQuest or ―Google Map the
address to clearly see where the house or apartment is located
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 1
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
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Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Index
Socializing in Kingston 28
Annual Kingston WinterSpring Events 29
Kingston Pubs 30-31
Map of Kingston Bars Pubs and Clubs 32
Kingston Bars and Clubs 33
Restaurants 34-37
Clothing Stores Close to Campus 38
Grocery Stores in Kingston 39
Travelling Tips 40
Travelling Information 41
Getting Around in Kingston 42
Travel Suggestions 43
Algonquin Provincial Park 44
New York City 45
Boston 46
Montreacuteal 47
Niagara Falls 48
Ottawa 49
Queacutebec City 50
Toronto 51
Ski Trip to Mont Tremblant 52
Welcome
HOUSING
Need to find a place to live for the semester you are here Different resources are available to make the search for a great accommodation easier
However before
starting your search
let us give you a few
tips to consider when
looking for an accom-
modation in Kingston
This section will
provide just that
The Village Most Queenlsquos students live in residences located on campus for their first year Then they move with a group of friends to a house in the area around campus called the village The experience is unique and adds a lot to your Queenlsquos experience
THE VILLAGE
STUDENT HOUSING MAP
Make sure to look at the area number The higher the number the
further from Campus the accommodation is We suggest looking mainly at accommodations in area 1 (5 minutes walk to campus) and area 2
(10 minutes walk to campus) This is where most Queenlsquos students live However in general the further from campus you are the cheaper rent will be Another suggestion would be to ―MapQuest or ―Google Map the
address to clearly see where the house or apartment is located
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Welcome
HOUSING
Need to find a place to live for the semester you are here Different resources are available to make the search for a great accommodation easier
However before
starting your search
let us give you a few
tips to consider when
looking for an accom-
modation in Kingston
This section will
provide just that
The Village Most Queenlsquos students live in residences located on campus for their first year Then they move with a group of friends to a house in the area around campus called the village The experience is unique and adds a lot to your Queenlsquos experience
THE VILLAGE
STUDENT HOUSING MAP
Make sure to look at the area number The higher the number the
further from Campus the accommodation is We suggest looking mainly at accommodations in area 1 (5 minutes walk to campus) and area 2
(10 minutes walk to campus) This is where most Queenlsquos students live However in general the further from campus you are the cheaper rent will be Another suggestion would be to ―MapQuest or ―Google Map the
address to clearly see where the house or apartment is located
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 1
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
THE VILLAGE
STUDENT HOUSING MAP
Make sure to look at the area number The higher the number the
further from Campus the accommodation is We suggest looking mainly at accommodations in area 1 (5 minutes walk to campus) and area 2
(10 minutes walk to campus) This is where most Queenlsquos students live However in general the further from campus you are the cheaper rent will be Another suggestion would be to ―MapQuest or ―Google Map the
address to clearly see where the house or apartment is located
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
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Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
The Hub
Another consideration is how close to the Hub (what we call the downtown area at Queenlsquos)
the accommodation you are looking at is Many grocery stores drugstores and bars are located
at the intersection of Princess and Division and the majority of the clothing stores are located on the lower part Princess street at the inter-
section of Bagot Street
Before coming to Canada There is the Student and Community Host program that can accommodate you free of
charge for a few nights while figure out where you will be living You will most likely sleep on a
couch or on a camping mattress but at least you will have somewhere to sleep if you have
not found accommodation yet For more info visit httpquicqueensucaresourcestudentandcommunityhostsasp
However we highly suggest starting your
search for an accommodation before arriving to Canada (You donlsquot want to pay for a hotel room or have to sleep on the floor for too long
while juggling with school work and finding a place to live)
The following resources can help you find a
place to live even if you are currently on a
different continent
1) httpquicqueensucaphpihouse
housesearchphp
The Queenlsquos University International Centre
offers useful resources when looking for an
accommodation This resource is particularly
valuable because most postings are made by
Queenlsquos students going on exchange
themselves Therefore the period for the leases
on the website is usually 4 months the length
of a semester at Queenlsquos Also there are
different options to choose from to make a
search tailored to your needs
HOUSING TIPS
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
2) httphousingqueensuca
residencesexchangeapplicationasp
Harkness International Hall offers limited single rooms with
communal washrooms and kitchen on each floor The deadline for applying for the winter term is
December 1 2009 It is not guaranteed that all applicants will
be given accommodation in the residence The location of Harkness
Hall is very convenient From Harkness it takes less than 2 minutes walk to reach campus and
less than 10 minutes to be in The Hub As well no needs to worry
about furniture and such as most items are provided in the residence However if you want
the full Queenlsquos Student experience we encourage you to
find accommodation in one of the Student Villagelsquos house
3) http
housingqueensucacommunity_housingaccommodationlistingserviceasp
This website operated by Queenlsquos
University lists accommodations in
the Kingston area It is highly
practical since specific search can
be made through this website and
details such as if laundry is
available in the building if pets are
allowed or if there is a parking spot
are also provided The area
number is also provided which can
help you figure how close to
campus the accommodation is
Make sure to contact the landlord
to see if itlsquos possible to rent a room
for the length of your stay Most
landlords expect tenants to sign
their lease for a 12-months period
but some understand international
students are only here for a limited
time period
HOUSING TIPS
THE VILLAGE
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 1
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
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Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
HOUSING TIPS
4)
httpkingstonencraigslistca Craiglist is an online resource that provides local classified ads for almost everything from
ticket sales for sports events to accounting job postings
Although not related to Queenlsquos it is possible to find different postings for subletting rooms in
Kingston Click on the housing section and explore the different options
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
All international students are required to have health insurance when
studying in Ontario The University Health Insurance Plan UHIP provides insurance to pay for the cost of hospital and medical
services that students may need while in Canada and travelling How do you enrol
Contact Queenlsquos University or your schoollsquos human resource office to apply for UHIP coverage before leaving for your exchange or as soon
as your arrive If arriving in Canada before your exchange begins UHIP coverage can start as early as the 10th day of the month prior to your first term beginning
You must enrol unlesshellip
It is mandatory to register for UHIP while studying in Ontario unless already covered by one of the following plans
Canadian International Development Agency Health Care Plan Canadian Bureau for International Education Health Care Plan
Canadian Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan International Council for Canadian Studies Plan
National Insurance office for Social Insurance Abroad (Norway) World university Service of Canada Plan Embassy of Kuwait
UHIP covershellip
hospital services in Ontario Physician services in Ontario Diagnostic laboratory and x-ray services
Ambulance Vision care
Special assistance Medically necessary dental care in hospital
For full details on UHIP plans refer to wwwuhipca
HEALTH AND DENTAL
INFORMATION
BE COVERED
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Health and dental coverage is also available for international students
through the Alma Mater Society (AMS) The health coverage provided through the AMS has a wider range of coverage including up to 80
coverage for prescription drugs The dental benefits which are covered by the AMS health and dental
plan far exceeds that offered by UHIP The AMS assumes that all stu-dents will need this coverage as it is mandatory for all Queenlsquos Uni-
versity students to have health and dental coverage beyond what is offered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan If you are satisfied with the UHIP or other coverage that applies to you it is possible to opt-
out of the AMS coverage In order to opt-out of this proof of other coverage must be taken to the AMS office on the main floor of the
John Deutsch Centre For further information on health and dental coverage by the Alma
Mater Society visit wwwmyamsorghealth
BE COVERED
HEALTH AND DENTAL INFORMATION
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Health information
httpwwwqueensucahcds
If you are having problems with your health you can always contact the Health Counseling and Disability Services It is located in the LaSalle building on 146 Stuart St on the south end of
campus (see campus map)
IT Services httpwwwqueensucaitsindexhtml
If you are experiencing problems with your computer or any other
technical equipment you can contact IT Services The offices are
located on different locations on campus and here is a link with all the
locations
Other information for incoming students
If you want to find out more about Queenlsquos University there is much information at hand Here are two links which might be useful for you as
an incoming exchange student
httpwwwqueensucainternationalstudentsincoming
httpwwwqueensucaabout
GET TO KNOW MORE
USEFUL INFORMATION
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 1
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Welcome
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
USEFUL TIPS
Bring your student card
to all your final exams
You will be charged
$5000 for writing an
exam without the official
Queenrsquos
student ID
If you lose a student
card it is possible to have
a new one at a $25 at
Gordon Hall
Exchange Students can
have extra time on their
final exams Just fill in
the form available at the
International Office and
have your professors
sign it Then bring it to
Gordon Hall (see map on
p 18) and you will be
able to have extra time
on your finals
Make sure to check each
course syllabus to see
how many percent will be
deduct to your marks if
an assignment is turned
in late Professor are
usually very understand-
able and if you talk to
them they usually will
give you an extension
giving that you do not
ask for it the day before
the due date
COURSE CALENDAR
The course calendars describe all the courses available through the
different faculties at Queenlsquos University They can be found on the University Website
(wwwqueensuca) under the Academics Tab Make sure to look
at the prerequisites to make sure that you qualify for a specific course However if you are not
certain of the course you are choosing it is possible to change
your schedule once classes have
started This is call the adddrop session
For the upcoming semester it is possible to add drop or switch courses and sections until
January 22 2010 If you are still not satisfied with your courses it
is possible to drop a class without academic penalty until March 5 2010 You will have to pay a fee
but your student record will not be affected by the drop a the specific
class
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
QCARD
AddDrop can be done through the QCard
website under the adddrop tab However if
a course is full and cannot be added on
QCard you might still have a chance to join
it To do so you will have to go in person to
the faculty office to have special permission
If you are granted the permission to join a
course a faculty member will add the course
to you schedule
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Queenrsquos University welcomes you to
Kingston the rdquoLimestone cityrdquo
Getting to Kingston by bus wwwcoachcanadaca
Bus is one of the cheapest ways of getting to Kingston The buses are leaving from major citiesairports
and stops right on campus or at the bus terminal on 1175 John Counter
Boulevard in Kingston Travelling time Toronto Pearson International
Airport-Kingston approx 4h Downtown Toronto - Kingston
3h Downtown Montreacuteal - Kingston
3h 20min
Getting to Kingston by air
wwwaircanadaca There are several daily flights from
Toronto to Kingston and flying to Kingston is an alternative for people in a hurry since the travelling time
is much shorter than if you take then bus or a train Flying to
Kingston is though usually a more expensive way of travelling Travelling time
Toronto (YYZ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 50min
Montreacuteal (YMQ) ndash Kingston (YGK) 4h
If you are going from Montreacuteal to Kingston the flights will go to To-
ronto first and the travelling time will depend on the transfer time be-
tween the flights
By train wwwviarailca
Getting to Kingston by train is a faster alternative than taking the bus but the train station in
Kingston is located far from campus and downtown Kingston
so you will have to take the bus or a taxi into the centre of town Travelling time
Montreacuteal ndash Kingston 2h 45 min Toronto ndash Kingston 2 h 30min
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
Getting to Kingston by car is often
a cheap alternative if you are a
couple of people who share the car
rental Renting cars in Canada is
relatively cheap and the gas prices
are around $1 per litre There are
many car rental services and you
can easily rent a car in Toronto and
return it in Kingston Note that
there is a underage fee of $35 per
day and driver if you are between
21 and 25 years old If you are
under 21 years it is almost
impossible to rent a car
There are several
ways of getting to Kingston from bigger
cities such as Toronto or Montreal Usually it is much
cheaper going to these cities and
making your way towards Kingston
from there
GETTING TO KINGSTON
SMARTER TRAVELS
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
AROUND CAMPUS
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
WHATrsquoS ON CAMPUS
SCHOOL FACILITIES
Queenrsquos Centre
The Queenlsquos Centre is a brand new athletic building opened in Decem-ber 2009 In the Queenlsquos Centre you can do many different sports and activities such as spinning swimming weight lifting pilates basket-
ball volleyball and much more
Follow this link to see a map over the Queenlsquos Centre
httpwwwqueensucaqueenscentreplanshtml
Campus Bookstore httpwwwcampusbookstorecom
The Campus bookstore is where most of the Queenlsquos students buy their
course textbooks The bookstore has all the books you need for your term at queens
Opening hours Monday-Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 10am to 5pm Sunday Closed
The Campus Bookstore is located in Clark Hall which is located on an
unnamed street between University Ave and Arch Street (see campus
map)
Library Information
Queenlsquos University has several different libraries on campus If you
would like to gain information about them just follow the link below
httplibraryqueensucalibraryoverview
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Campus map
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
SCHOOL FACILITIES
JDUC
John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) httpwwwqueensucajduc
The John Deutsch University Centre (JDUC) is one of the main building
on the Queenlsquos campus It is the home to the Student Governments
(AMS amp SGPS) faculty societies student clubs and organizations as
well as various campus offices It serves as a formal and informal
student centered meeting place to foster communication among and
between students faculty staff and alumni The JDUC is the campus
focal point for entertainment and retail products amp services and is the
place for students to meet with their friends and relax for a beverage
snack or meal
What can be found in the JDUC
Cafeterias
Used bookstore
Tanning salon
The Queenlsquos Pub
AMS
And much more
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
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SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 1
JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 23
SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
JDUC BUILDING MAP LEVEL 23
SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
SERVICES OFFERED BY THE AMS
The Publishing amp Copy
Centre (PampCC) is located in the lower level of the JDUC and is
designed to serve studentslsquo printing and copying needs The PampCC offers a wide
variety of services ranging from basic printing and
photocopying to professional binding and poster design
Destinations is a campus travel and tourism service that offers
students the cheapest and most convenient bus service from Kingston to
Toronto Ottawa and Montreal Destinations also sells
tickets to various events both on and off campus and charters
group trips to sports games concerts and arts performances in Toronto
Ottawa etc In addition Destinations makes and sells In-
ternational Student Identity Cards (ISICs) which offer students discounts on ViaRail
train tickets and other retail ser-vices Finally Destinations col-
laborates with Kingston Transit in order to enable students the unlimited use of
Kingston Transit for the year with a valid Queenlsquos student
card
The Alma Mater
Society (AMS) the oldest student
government in Canada represents over 13800 students and serves as
the central undergraduate student
government at Queenlsquos University The AMS is composed of 11 faculty
and residence societies and has an annual
operating budget of over $14 million The AMS is the only exclusively
undergraduate student-run government
in the country managing 14
student-run corporate services 41 committees and over
200 clubs Employing over 1000 volunteers
and 500 part-time paid staff the AMS is a truly unique organization that
aims to serve and represent the diversity
of students at Queenlsquos University
The AMS Pub Services (TAPS)
consists of two pub locations Alfielsquos Nightclub and the Queenlsquos Pub
Alfielsquos located on the lower level of the JDUC is Queenlsquos largest student bar and is open every Wednesday
and Friday nights for drinks and dancing In addition Alfielsquos hosts a
weekly Jazz Lounge on Monday nights which features live music by student performers from the Queenlsquos
School of Music Queenlsquos Pub (QP) which is on the upper level of the
JDUC offers a more relaxing atmosphere featuring 7 beers on tap a fantastic menu two TVs and a
pool table
The AMS Merchandise
Services (TAMS) consists of two retail
outlets Tricolour Outfitters and The Used Bookstore Collectively
these two services offer students a wide variety of stylish and affordable
school essentials Tricolour Outfitters sells a wide inventory of Queenlsquos clothing and other merchandise and
also offers custom clothing for teams residence floors etc The Used
Bookstore sells and consigns used textbooks and also provides students with an extensive range of
school supplies
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
IMPORTANT DATES FROM THE AMS
Important Dates
January 11 ndash Classes Begin January 15 ndash Grand Opening of the Queenlsquos Centre
January 16 ndash Winter Clubs Night
January 27 ndash Applications for AMS Winter Committee Hiring Due
February 1-6 ndash Exposure Arts Festival
February 1 ndash Catch Me If You Can Begins February 2-3 ndash AMS Winter Referendum and Executive Election
February 8 ndash AMS Council Applications Due
February 15 ndash AMS Officer Applications Due
February 23 ndash AMS Annual General Meeting
March 1 ndash AMS Manager and Assistant Manager Applications Due
March 11-13 ndash Vogue Fashion Show March 11 ndash Best Darn Singer on Campus
March 15 ndash AMS Service Staff Applications Due
April 9 ndash Last Day of Classes
April 15 ndash Exams Begin
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
QUEENrsquoS VARSITY
SCHEDULES
Queenlsquos University has many great teams playing on campus during the winter From the exciting hockey games to the intimate basketball team victories there is a game for you The Queenlsquos Golden Gaels are
well-supported within the Queenlsquos culture with many students rallying behind their teams
Menlsquos Hockey httpqueenshockeycomschedulephp
Womenlsquos Hockey httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=whockeyamp
Menlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mbballamp
Womenlsquos Basketball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wbballamp
Menlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=mvballamp
Womenlsquos Volleyball
httpwwwgogaelsgocomscheduleaspxpath=wvballamp
Additional Information on the Queenlsquos Golden Gaels Sports Teams
httpwwwgogaelsgocom
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Welcome
SOCIALIZING IN KINGSTON
Now that you found a place to live figured out your courses and have made plans to visit different cities itlsquos time to organize your social calendar
Although Kingston is a small town many activities are available in the downtown area (The Hub) Restaurants retail stores bars movie theatre coffee shops
pubshellip
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
JanuaryFebruary
Live Your Library Kingston Jazz Society local
libraries January to April wwwkingstonjazzcom
Kingston Winter Antique Show Portsmouth Olympic
Harbour early February 613-386-4415
Feb Fest Market Square Join in on one of Ontariolsquos
premier winter events early February
wwwfebfestkingstoncom Cezannersquos Closet Ban Righ
Hall Queenlsquos University 613-533-3171
Historic Hockey Series A must see if youlsquore new to
hockey Confederation Basin early February
613-548-4415
Kingston Film Festival Various locations around Kingston Late February
wwwkingcanfilmfestcom
MarchApril
Maple Madness Little
Cataraqui Creek Conservation See a Canadian treat being made
613-546-4228 ext 500
Rail-o-Rama Model Train Show Ambassador Resort Hotel mid March
613-962-7731
May Historic Farmers Market
every Tuesday Thursday and Saturday from Maymdash
September market Square Interconnected Art Studio
Tour various locations early May
wwwkingstonartistscom
Royal Military College Convocation and Sunset Ceremony mid-May Fort
Henry wwwrmcca
ANNUAL KINGSTON WINTERSPRING
EVENTS
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
The Brass Pub httpwwwthebrasspubcom
indexphp Sports Pub on Princess Street
Great for Late Night Eats or Recov-ery Food the Next Morning
Monday Nights ndash Buy one appe-tizer get the second half price
Tuesday Nights ndash 35 cent wings
(Best wings in town) Wednesday Nights ndash frac12 pound bur-
gers for only $175 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash Giant chicken fajitas for only $350 CAD
Friday Nights ndash Steak special for $895 CAD
LIVE MUSIC Sundays Mondays
and Thursdays
(We recommend you see Smitty
play on Sundays and Mondays Get
there early)
The Merchant
httpwwwmerchanttaphousecom
Another great pub (near the lake ndash
a nice break from Princess St) Full menu SaladsSoups Pizza Pasta Sandwiches Drinkshellip Great
on Tuesdays when therelsquos not much else going on
Tuesday Nights - $3 drinks all day and all night
Wednesday Nights ndash A bottle of
Alexander Keiths and an 8oz steak dinner for $999 CAD
Thursday Nights ndash 40 cent wings
Sunday Nights - $3 caesars
LIVE MUSIC ndash Tuesdays (Smitty)
Wednesdays (the Dan Curtis
Band) Thursdays (the Trevor
Walsh Band) Fridays (Emily Fen-
nel) and Saturdays (some of King-
stonlsquos best rock bands)
PUB NIGHTS
KINGSTON PUBS
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
KINGSTON PUBS Continued
Tir nan Og
httpkingstontirnanogpubscomhome
Irish pub Rated 1 Restaurant in Kingston
Monday and Tuesdays Nights ndash
Waterfront Patio (weather permit-ting)
Wednesday Nights ndash Alexander Keithlsquos - $399 frac12 price appetizers
live music at 9 pm Thursday Nights ndash Karaoke Night
Ladieslsquo Night Out (starts at 800pm)
Friday Nights ndash 2 Pints of Guin-nessHarpKilkennySmithwicks
only $900 DJ at 1100pm
Saturday Nights ndash DJ at 1100pm
Sunday Nights ndash NFL Nights 8 LCD Screens and frac12 price wings
Do you like to sing Tir nan Og is great on Thursday nights for a little
Karaoke
PUB NIGHTS
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
MAP OF KINGSTON BARS PUBS AND CLUBS
1 Elixir Nightclub 2 The Brass
3 Alehouse 4 Stages 5 The Merchant
6 Tir Nan Og 7 Joy Supper Club
These venues are clubs The venues without a lsquoare pubs
NOTE Alfielsquos is located on cam-
pus in the basement of the JDUC
(John Deutsch Center) building
Queenlsquos Campus is located South
of Princess Street
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
The Ale House
The Alehouse Canteen (below the bar) has sandwiches wraps
burgers and more The Alehouse is the most popular
club for Queenlsquos students
Free cover before 12 with your student card Otherwise $6 cover
Best Nights to Go Thursdays ($250 drinks)
Fridays Saturdays
Alfiersquos Nightclub Student nightclub and lounge
known for its great music On campus (outside the west side of the John Deutsch Center)
Best Nights to Go
Wednesdays (but the line can get busy so get there early)
No cover and free coat check
Stages Nightclub
Second largest nightclub after the Alehouse
Best Nights to Go Mondays ndash Beach Slam
(seasonal) Thursdays - $250 rail drinks
all night long free cover
with student card or $3 until 11
Fridays ndash Ladies in free before midnight and a glow party
no cover and $250 rail drinks
until midnight
DANCE THE
NIGHT AWAY
KINGSTON BARS AND CLUBS
Get on your dancing shoes and party at the hottest (and only) clubs in Kingston
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
RESTAURANTS Tired of eating Mac and Cheese every night
Try one of the following delicious
Japanese Food
Asha
Great food and service Karaoke rooms $30hour (group of 5 or less)
$50hour (group of 10 or less) 177 Princess Street
613-531-7919
Take Sushi
Great Japanese restaurant
120 Princess Street
613-544-1376
Chinese Food
Silver Wok Takeout Available
Great food clean good service 373 King Street E 613-544-6634
VIP Another popular Chinese
Restaurant on Princess Street
528 Princess Street
613-530-2828
Italian Cuisine
Ginorsquos Pizza and Spaghetti Free delivery on orders over $15
Pizza pasta finger foods and sal-ads Open late (until 2am on weekdays
3am FridaySaturday and 1am on Sundays)
557 Princess Street 613-542-4444
Tatarsquos Pizza Take out and delivery available
Casual dress and atmosphere Bar area (pool darts and a big
screen TV)
569 Princess Street
613-549-4272
Frankie Pestorsquos
Rustic Italian dishes inspired by
traditional family recipes Menu
changes often and portions are
huge
176 Ontario Street
613-542-1071
Woodenheads
Probably the best pizza youlsquoll find
in Kingston Donlsquot expect your tra-
ditional pepperoni and mozzarella
though
192 Ontario Street
613ndash 549ndash 1812
lsquo
JAPANESE CHINESE INDIAN ITALIAN
Indian Cuisine
Darbas Great service great food
One of Kingstonlsquos best Indian Restaurants Large portions and
friendly staff
479 Princess Street
613-548-7053
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
RESTAURANTS
Breakfast Stooleyrsquos Cafe
Take Out Available Right on the corner of Johnson and Division
Everything from omelettes to pasta Great for some greasy eats after a messy night
118 Division Street
613-547-4044 11am-2am httpwwwthemenusiteca
restphprID=30
The Brass A great breakfast for a great price
(also serves dinner) Breakfast Served Monday to
Friday from 11am-3pm Brunch Served Saturdays and
Sundays 10am-3pm 403 Princess Street
613-544-8334
httpwwwthebrasspubcommenuphp
Windmills Cafe Eggs oatmeal crepes pancakes
bagels perogies and more Kingstonlsquos best Saturday and
Sunday brunch 184 Princess Street
613-544-3948
httpwwwwebwoodscom
windmillsmenucfmaction=viewmenudetailsampModule=
Restaurant
Pan Chancho Bakery amp Cafeacute
Go for brunch at one of Kingstonlsquos
finest cafeacutes Opens daily at 7am
44 Princess Street
613-544-7790
httpwwwpanchanchocom
BREAKFAST
There are many good
restaurants serving a
variety of cuisines in
many different
atmospheres The fol-
lowing sites are useful
for finding restaurants
in the Kingston area
httpwwwwhatsonkingsto
ncomentertain
restanthtml
httpwwwkingstonkioskcomdirectoryphp
categoryId=179
http
wwwdougblackstockcomkingston-ontario
restaurantsphp
http
kingstonontario-restaurantscom
httpwwwfoodincca
OntarioKingston
We havenlsquot tried
them all but we definitely have some
favourites and this section will provide you with some of our
tips
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
RESTAURANTS
Date Restaurants
Grizzly Grill Fire places and candles make for a romantic evening
Appetizers pizzas pastas seafood prime rib sandwiches
soups and salads - your date is sure to find something here Amazing food at reasonable prices
Turns into a bar at night (grab a drink and play a round of pool)
395 Princess Street 613-544-7566
Megalos Everything from burgers to crab
ravioli Appetizers salads pastas pizzas
platters and great desserts Quiet romantic atmosphere 226 Princess Street
613-531-9788
Chez Piggy One of Kingstonlsquos classier restaurants
Shrimp oysters calamari fish pork chop sea scallops lamb
steak A bit pricey but provides a great experience great food and great
service Turns into a classy bar later on
68 Princess Street
613-549-7673
Steakhouses
The Keg Kingstonlsquos best steakhouse
Starters and soups salads sirloins New Yorklsquos and traditional
steaks prime rib seafood chicken and ribs and classis Keg dinners
300 King Street East
613-549-1333
French Bistro Cuisine
Le Chien Noir A taste of French cuisine
Poutine fried calamari lamb fish mussels and more Classy and pricey
69 Brock Street 613-549-5635
Thai and Pan-Asian Cuisine
Mango Appetizers soups and salads
curries stir-fries seafood rice noodles Vietnamese foods
161 Princess Street
613-549-3815
Mekong
Traditional Thai food right in the
heart of the hub
394 Princess Street
613-549ndash 5902
DATE RESTAURANTS
Steakhouses
Bistros Thai cuisine
Impress your date with a fancy night out
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
RESTAURANTS
Pub Food
The Brass Serves breakfast brunch dinner and late night eats
Salads nachos quesadillas wings ribs sandwiches burgers wraps
and clubs 403 Princess Street 613-544-8334
Fanatics
Appetizers soups and salads pizza burgers sandwiches wraps meatloaf steak salmon
pasta and more Great sports lounge great food
371 Princess Street 613-542-3267
Lonestar Texas Grill
Starters salads steaks ribs chicken fajitas burgers
sandwicheshellip Free nachos and salsa to start off your meal
251 Ontario Street 613-548-8888
Kingston Brew Pub
Your usual pub food with over 20
different types of beer on tap
most of which are brewed on site
34 Clarence Street
613 - 542-4978
Fast Food
McDonaldrsquos
285 Princess Street 613-549-3999
Burger King 500 Princess Street
613-531-5137
Pizza Pizza 414 Princess Street 613-542-1111
Dominos Pizza
493 Princess Street 613-548-3730
Subway
356 Princess Street
613-541-3071
Pita Grill
371 Princess Street
613 ndash542-9195
PUB FOOD FAST FOOD
No need to spend big bucks for a full tummyhellip
the following options offer cheap and tasty food
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Urban Outfitters Popular clothing styles in Canada for good prices
Location 204 Princess St
Urban Trade Similar to Urban Outfitters but includes more mainstream
options Location 201 Princess St
Blueprint Contains many different popular
brands Location 246 Princess St
Lululemon Athletica
Very popular clothing store in Canada Makes very comfortable and
functional clothes Location 270 Princess St
American Apparel
Comfortable shirts and accessories Very popular within
Queenlsquos Location 274 Princess St
Roots Canada The conventional Canadian
clothing store Get your Vancouver 2010 clothing
here Location 229 Princess St
Steilman Outlet Elegant womenlsquos fashion
Location 206 Princess St Doverrsquos Mens Wear
Elegant suits Popular brands such as Ed Hardy
and Lacoste Location 155 Princess St
Sir Gawain Fashion Clothes
High fashion clothing for men and women
Location 34 Princess St
CLOTHING STORES CLOSE TO CAMPUS
Princess St Shops
Kingston offers a wide variety of popular clothing stores all
conveniently located in the downtown core on Princess Street Start at the Hub and walk along Princess to the waterfront and along the way you will be able to find a large selection of stores that will meet
any of your needs
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
GROCERY STORES
IN KINGSTON
Standard
Metro Located close to the ghetto Open 24 hours for your needs
Location 310 Barrie Street
Loblawrsquos Greatest selection of food in Kingston Also sells kitchen
products and clothing Location 1060 Princess Street
Food Basics Cheaper food but limited selection
Contains all the standard food options
Location 33 Barrack Street Johnrsquos Meat Market
Kingstonlsquos best butcher Well priced meats and fish
Location 507 Princess Street
Specialty Stores
Bulk Barn Large quantities of common snack foods
Low cost and large selection Location 824 Norwest Road
Convenience Stores Campus One Stop
Located besides Goodes Great selection for a convenience store but expensive price
Location At the corner of Earl Street and Alfred Street
Bedorersquos Food Market Close to Goodes Hall
Very nice owners Location 395 Earl Street
Freddiersquos Grocery In middle of the Ghetto for easy
access Occasional stock outs
Location 219 University Ave
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
TRAVELLING TIPS
While you are on exchange at Queenlsquos you should take the opportunity to explore other areas and cities around Kingston This section will provide some tips on how to enjoy yourself outside of Kingston
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
The World is a book and those who do not
travel read only a page ~St Augustine
SMARTER TRVELS
Information vs Interests
TRAVELLING INFORMATION
Kingston is located conveniently between major cities such as Montreacuteal
and Toronto and there are several places you should visit while you are
on exchange at Queenlsquos Travelling to other cities from Kingston is
something incoming exchange students often want to do and the
travelling alternatives are different depending on where you would like
to go Generally bus is the cheapest alternative if you are travelling by
yourself with just a few other friends or if you are under 25 Since car
rental services often have a underage fee of $35 per day and driver if
you are under 25 years old renting a car is only a cheap alternative if
you can gather some people to share the rent Travelling by train is
more comfortable than taking the bus but it is usually more expensive
and the train station in Kingston is located far from campus and the
downtown area which requires a taxi to get in to town
This section will provide you with useful tips when you are travelling to
Kingston for the first time or when you are planning on making a trip to
another city
Ps Do not forget to check out the ETC (Exchange Transfer Committee)
trips and events These events are usually very fun and offers a great
opportunity getting to know other students Check out
httpcomsocqueensucaetcHomehtml for more information
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
SMARTER TRAVELS
Convenience vs
Cost
GETTING AROUND IN KINGSTON
Kingston offers many different shopping opportunities and such but
getting to these can sometimes be a problem since the big shopping malls are located far from downtown as well as the campus area This section will therefore provide tips on how to best
find your way in Kingston
Getting around in Kingston by taxi Taxi services in Kingston are relatively cheap Taxis are a good alter-
native if you are in a hurry and taxis are often available on campus between the JDUC building and Stauffer library by the
intersection between University Ave and Union St (see campus map) If you are not on campus there are several taxi
companies which you can call and here are some suggestions Ameylsquos taxi +16135461111
Kingston amp Amherst taxi +16135423333 Ameylsquos Greenwood taxi +16136346644
Getting around in Kingston by bus
Riding the bus is free for all Queenlsquos university students if you show
your student card and taking the bus is an alternative which should be
used if there is a possibility The bus schedule is not the best and get-
ting to certain locations in Kingston can sometimes be hard
rdquoYoursquore a funny guymdash but looks arenrsquot everything
- Taxi Driver (1976)
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
SMARTER TRAVELS Interests vs Information
TRAVEL SUGGESTIONS
There are several cities that are recommended to be visited while you are on exchange at Queenlsquos This section will present the most popular
locations and how you get there most easily You can go either by car bus train or air and the websites are
By car wwwaviscom
wwwdiscountcarcom wwwenterpriserentacarca
There are many different car rental services in Kingston Here are some recommended
By bus httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations
Provides cheap bus tickets from the campus to Montreacuteal Ottawa and
Toronto This alternative is only available to Queenlsquos student and tickets are available through the Destinations office in the JDUC
building on the second floor (see campus map) wwwcoachcanadaca
Offers bus tickets to many different locations in New York Ontario and
Queacutebec By train
wwwviarailca
Viarail provides train tickets to many different locations in Canada By air
wwwaircanadaca
The majority of flights in Canada is operated by Air Canada but
sometimes there are other cheaper alternatives
Check httpwwwcheapflightsca for more alternatives
A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are
after it as when you are in it
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
EXPLORING THE REGION
Algonquin Provincial Park
ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL
PARK
httpwwwalgonquinparkonca
Algonquin Parks many trails offer something for everyone Whether
youre up for a vigorous bicycle ride through beautiful forest a
two-day hike into the Interior or a leisurely walk to a stunning
lookout you can find a trail that will explore the many facets of
Algonquins beauty The Algonquin Provincial Park is a big natural reserve which offers
activities for everyone Here you can go canoeing camping fishing walking on beautiful trails skiing dog sledding mountain biking
horseback riding and much more It is a beautiful place to go if you would like to experience the Canadian nature and wildlife
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Algonquin Provincial Park is by car Take
the 401 highway from Kingston and exit on highway 41 after about
20km Continue on highway 41 for 200km and then exit west on
highway 60 Follow highway 60 until you get to Algonquin
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
Take a bite out of The big apple
NEW YORK CITY
httpwwwnewyorkcom
New York is a city everyone should visit while on exchange at Queenlsquos The big apple offers a wide variety of activities and places to see such
as the empire state building central park ground zero and statue of liberty It is also a perfect place to go shopping since it generally is cheaper in the US than in Canada and the city offers many good
places for shopping
How to get there By car
Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and then exit south on the 81 Drive for about 400km and then drive west on the 380 for about 50km
Continue west on to highway 80 for about 100km until you get to New York
By bus Taking the bus from Kingston to New York usually takes about 13 or 14
hours The bus first goes to Toronto and Buffalo and then heads for New York Taking the bus is not a good alternative if you are in a
hurry but it is recommended if you want to travel cheaply and do not have anyone to rent a car with
By air
Going by air to New York is a good alternative It is recommended to
take the bus to Toronto Pearson International Airport from Kingston
and fly to New York from there Since domestic flights in the US are
usually cheaper an alternative is to take the bus to Buffalo and fly
from there
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA New York City
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
BOSTON
httpwwwcityofbostongovvisitors
Boston is one of the oldest cities in the USA It has about 600 000 inhabitants and is the home of many great universities such as Harvard
University and MIT It is a fun city to visit and it is strongly recommended to attend a hockey game (Boston Bruins) or a baseball
game (Boston Red Sox) How to get there
There are different way of getting to Boston from Kingston
By car
Renting a car and driving to Boston is a popular alternative and it is often relatively cheap if you are a couple of people sharing the rent If you decide to drive to Boston take the 401 east from Kingston and exit
south on highway 81 after about 40km Drive south on the 81 for about 170km and then drive east on highway 90 towards Boston That
distance is about 500km By air
Going by air to Boston is more expensive than renting a car If you
decide to go by air the plane will always stop in Toronto or Montreacuteal
first and it is therefore recommended to go to either Toronto or
Montreacuteal by bus and then go to Boston by air
EXPLORING NORTH
AMERICA Boston
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
MONTREacuteAL
httpwwwtourisme-montrealorg
Montreacuteal is located in the French-speaking part of Canada and it is the second largest city in Canada There are several beautiful parks in the city and the skyline offers a magnificent view
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston and drive for about 350km until
you get to Montreacuteal
By train Getting to Montreacuteal by train takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes Going
by train will require taking a taxi to the train station in Kingston Train is usually more expensive than taking the bus or renting a car if you share the rent between a couple of persons
By bus
Taking the bus takes about 3 hours and 20 minutes and you can either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in
the JDUC building (see campus map)
EXPLORING CANADA Montreacuteal
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
NIAGARA FALLS
httpwwwniagarafallstourismcom
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the world The town is located right by the falls and the view of the falls is
extraordinary You can watch the falls from both the Canadian and the American side since the one fall lies in Canada and the other in the US
The city offers a wide variety of restaurants and a casino It is recommended to stay in Niagara Falls for 2 days at the most since the city is quickly explored
How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston to Toronto for about 250km When you have reached Toronto head south on the 407 and continue all the way to Niagara Falls That distance is about 150km
By bus
The easiest way is taking the bus to Toronto and then taking another bus towards Niagara Falls from there The travelling time is about 5 hours
depending on the transfer time in Toronto
By train
The travelling time is about 5 hours depending on the transfer time in
Toronto This is usually a more expensive alternative than taking the
bus but also more convenient
EXPLORING CANADA
Nigara Falls
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
OTTAWA
httpwwwottawaca
Ottawa is the Capital of Canada The city has a population of about 850 000 people and approximately half of the population is
French-speaking and the other half is English-speaking The Byward Market in downtown Ottawa offers fine dining trendy bars and clubs
pubs and live music Trendy restaurants cocktail bars or lots of dancing can also be found on Elgin Street You can also head to Bank Street for pubs and live music or enjoy a relaxed atmosphere on
Preston Street the heart of Little Italy
How to get there
By car Drive east on the 401 from Kingston for about 100km Exit north on the 416 and continue for about 70km When you arrive at the 417
head east towards Ottawa and continue for about 10km until you arrive in Ottawa The car ride takes about 2 hours
By bus The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes and you can
either book the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Ottawa
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
QUEacuteBEC CITY
httpwwwquebecregioncome Queacutebec has a population of about 500 000 people and is the second
largest city in the province of Queacutebec after Montreacuteal Quebec City is known for its Winter Carnival and for its Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
celebrations Tourist attractions located near Quebec City include Montmorency Falls the Basilica of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupreacute the Mont-Sainte-Anne ski resort and the Ice Hotel
How to get there
By car
Drive east from Kingston towards Montreacuteal When you arrive in Montreacuteal you can either take the 40 or 20 towards Queacutebec The driving distance is about 650km
By train
The travelling time is approximately 7 hours depending on the
transfer time in Montreacuteal
EXPLORING CANADA
Queacutebec City
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
TORONTO
httpwwwtorontoca
Toronto offers many different fun attractions such as the CN tower the hockey hall of fame and of course watching baseball games at the
Rogers Centre The Shopping in Toronto is good but the prices are usually higher than in the US Toronto lies beautifully by the shore of
Lake Ontario and the view over the lake is very beautiful How to get there
By car
Drive west on the 401 from Kingston and continue all the way to Toronto The driving distance is about 250km
By bus The travelling time is approximately 3 hours and you can either book
the trip through wwwcoachcanadaca or httpwwwmyamsorgservices22-destinations which usually is a
cheaper alternative because it is only available for Queenlsquos students The tickets are bought at the destinations office on the second floor in the JDUC building (see campus map)
By train
The travelling time is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
EXPLORING CANADA
Toronto
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project
wwwcampusvacationscom
Every year many Queenlsquos university students go on a ski trip to
Mont-Tremblant in the province of Queacutebec This is usually a very fun
event and it is strongly recommended that you attend this event if you
get the chance
The trip takes place on January 22 and February 19 in 2010 and the
price per person is $249 This includes round trip transportation a
2-night stay in a 4-star Tremblant Village Hotel a 2-day lift ticket
(Saturday and Sunday) and exclusive night events
EXPLORING CANADA
MontTremblant Ski Resort
SKI TRIP TO MONT
TREMBLANT
Special thanks to David Handlos (University of Mannheim) for letting us use some of his pictures for this project