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Schedule From Toronto, Southern Ontario | TOK Coachlines Coach Group Transportation Service

Get ready for the sights, the sounds, the laughter, the fun and excitement of 90,000 square feet of Canada’s premier bus casino experience at Casino Rama. While you enjoy the excitement TOK Coachlines takes care of the journey. Sit back, relax, converse with friends and enjoy the ride, as casino coach bus brings you to all the action. Bring a group or ride solo. Either way, we’ll get you there in a safe and timely fashion.

Casino Rama has over 2,500 slot machines that range in theme and value – from ¢5 to $100 a turn, there’s a game for everyone. If the tables are what you crave, Casino Rama has you covered with more than 110. Bus to casino rama makes you to try your hand at Roulette, Blackjack, Big Six, Mini Baccarat and five kinds of Poker. There’s even a separate, magnificently furnished Baccarat room.

Casino Rama isn’t just about gaming either. With world-class entertainment that includes legendary musicians and the hottest comedians, and a variety of dining options, from casual eats to premier fine dining, there’s plenty to enjoy at Casino Rama Toronto. With TOK Coachlines at the ready, you can experience it all worry free.

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TOK Coachlines Coach Casino Group Tours is a leader in providing group trips buses to Casino Rama. Take your group to one of Canada’s hottest casinos via luxury highway coach at NO CHARGE !*

Your casino trip includes:

• Your choice of date, pick up location and time, and FREE deluxe motor coach transportation.
• Buffet or Coin program (subject to eligibility)**

You can check casino rama bus schedule here.

We can help you FUNDRAISE for your group today:

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Here’s how it works:

1)We provide you with the TOK Coachlines Coach Casino Group package for FREE.

2)You organize the group and charge a per passenger rate for the trip. A Typical group organizes 45 people to go on a specific date and charges $10 per passenger for the trip. Your group earns $450 for each trip.

*All bookings are based on availability and some restrictions apply. ** Programs are subject to availability, group/individual eligibility and may change without notice. Patrons must enrol in the Players Passport Club in order to be eligible for any offer compliments of Casino Rama.

All patrons must be 19 years of age or older with valid government issued photo I.D.

Call us today and make your reservations: 1.800.387.7097 ext. 324

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Weekly departures on Thursdays and Saturdays to Fallsview

FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 1-855-943-4242 or book online 24/7 afterhours leave a seat request but no guarantees if its the next morning.

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Front Line Tours is a family owned and operated bus tour company serving the Brantford, Hamilton, Burlington, London, Oakville, Stoney Creek, Grimsby and Niagara Region. We offer Senior tour bus packages, great people, reliable service, and the best vacation you’ve ever had! Our Coach tours feature the perfect mix of great attractions, on most Coach tours breakfast and dinners included, deluxe accommodations, fantastic Tour directors, beautiful resorts and casinos. We have recently added Day tours for those that just want to get away for the day. Great shows, live entertainment and amazing markets and restaurants to enjoy.

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At Front Line Tours, we try to make every tour special and memorable. Our Tour Directors of fun are there to make sure that all the little things behind the scenes are ready for you and all you have to do is sit back and enjoy your tour with your special someone or long time friend. Let us manage the details while you start making memories. If you want special seats on the coach make sure you book early as many tours in 2023 sold out.

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United States announced that beginning May 12, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will no longer require non-U.S. travellers entering the United States via land ports of entry and ferry terminals to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide related proof of vaccination upon request. The restrictions are being rescinded in alignment with the end of the Public Health Emergency and the termination of the Presidential Proclamation on air travel which applied vaccination requirements to international air travellers.

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We provide you with deluxe shuttle service to and from Fallsview Casino Resort at many convenient locations around the Greater Toronto Area. For details on our pickup locations and time, select a city or click on a pick-up location on the G.T.A map below to view our bus schedule.

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• Chinatown Centre
• Gerrard/ Broadview
• Pape Subway
• Holiday Inn Midtown

• Hurontario / Hwy 407
• Bramalea City Centre (will resume service in spring)
• Hwy 7/ Yonge St
• Hwy 7 / Times Ave. (Reservation only, NO standby)
• Kennedy / Steeles
• Splendid China
• Finch/ McCowan
• Kennedy/ Bonis
• Alton Tower
• Scarborough Town Centre
• Yonge / Finch
• Jane / Wilson
• Yonge / Sheppard
• Centre View & Station Gate (on Centre View Dr.)
• East York Town Centre
• Major Mackenzie / Hwy 400

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We’re excited to welcome back charter bus groups to Casino Rama Resort.

Make a reservation and let the fun begin, call 1-705-329-3325, to see which bus company services your area, please click or select your closest city from the list below:, your ultimate entertainment destination, group packages, plan your next visit today, requirements.

• All group members must be at least 19 years old with a valid government-issued photo ID.
• Members must enroll in the My Club Rewards to qualify for promotional offers associated with this program. Membership is free. Incentives are not transferrable. Programs are subject to availability.
• Employees and self-excluded patrons are not eligible to redeem Casino Rama offers.
• Minimum stay may be required for bonus offers.
• Management reserves the right to deny arrivals and incentives for groups who do not consistently meet the requirements of the motorcoach program.
• Contact Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Sales team to confirm your reservation and the bonus offer you may qualify for.
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Casino Rama Resort is not responsible for maintaining transportation or pick-up locations. Please refer any inquiries or concerns to the bus operator.

Membership has its rewards!

Becoming a My Club Rewards member is free and easy. Just visit Casino Rama Resort’s Guest Services desk, present your valid ID, and we’ll sign you up for a membership. More prizes and more ways to earn points – right at your favourite slot machine and table game!

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Must be 12 years of age or older to enter the Entertainment Centre and nineteen (19) years of age or older with valid government issued photo identification to gain entry to the gaming floor; those twenty-one (21) years of age or younger must also have a secondary piece of name identification. Those who have been trespassed and/or self-excluded from Casino Rama Resort or any Ontario gaming property and/or fail to meet Casino Rama Resort’s conditions of entry may not visit, participate in promotions and/or redeem offers. Offers do not apply to employees of Casino Rama Resort or Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Ltd. Casino Rama Resort reserves the right to cancel or change any program without notice. For full conditions for Casino Rama Resort entry, click here .

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Are you ready to getaway and travel somewhere new? We have several exciting tours planned for 2024 & 2025 that will have you exploring destinations in Ontario, Quebec, the Maritimes, and the United States. Make sure to sign up for email updates  and like us on Facebook  so you can be the first to hear about new getaways as they're announced.

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As a member of the World Travel and Tourism Council's Safe Travel Stamp   initiative, our team goes above and beyond to ensure the safest environment for our passengers while travelling with us.

McCoy Getaways follows all federal, provincial and local guidelines to ensure we go above and beyond when it comes keeping our coaches clean and safe. Our drivers, technician and staff are properly trained in best practices and baggage handling. Every motor coach is thoroughly cleaned and then disenfected before and after each use.

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Being a locally owned business, McCoy Bus Service & Getaways appreciates the value of our community. We get involved with many local activities and organizations throughout the year, and especially try to give back to schools. We get to share in the joy of many class field trips and we like to help return that joy when possible. We really believe in investing in children – a good start in life can make all the difference, so in addition to schools we also support Minor Hockey teams by offering discounted charter rates. The cost of extracurricular activities can be astronomical, and every little bit counts, especially in an expensive sport like hockey.

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To end a successful 2022, we donated over $5000 to support the United Way of Kingston, Frontenac, Lennox & Addington. The donation was part of a contest to drive the first vehicle across Kingston's new Waaban Crossing and help officially open the bridge to the public. This money will be put back into the community through the different initiatives and programs offered by the United Way KFLA.  Check out this quick video about the event.

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We love to spend time in Prince Edward County exploring the many wineries, breweries, and cideries.

Get in touch with us to learn about our All Inclusive and Transportation Only packages to show your group a good time in PEC. Coming Summer 2024, we'll also have Public Wine Tours available to book through our tour department.

Click here  to learn more about our Prince Edward County, Beer & Wine Tours.

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"Cardinal Coach Tours has been providing worry-free travel for active seniors in Lindsay, the Kawartha Lakes & Peterborough for over 20 years!"

Thank you for taking the time to consider Cardinal Coach Tours for your next vacation. At Cardinal we believe the journey is just as important as the destination.  Our goal is to make the journey hassle free, fun, and safe. That is why we take care of the details so all you need to do is enjoy!

Why group travel? We feel that some of the greatest memories are shared with others. Group travel brings people together in a way no other method of travel does allowing you to connect, experience and discover in good company. We look forward to helping you make those memories when you choose Cardinal Coach Tours

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Due to the current labour shortages, supply chain issues, and uncertain  passenger attendance due to Covid-19, we are not running buses to the casinos at this time. Please call the destination directly, you’ll find the numbers below 🙂

Casino Rama Resort

Casino Rama offers full resort experience in the heart of Ontario’s Lake Country with 8 unique restaurants, luxury all-suite hotel, spa, concerts and variety of games including more than 85 table games and 2200 slots to choose from. Don’t have a rewards card? No problem! My club & players passport membership is free.

Gateway Casinos Innisfil

Conveniently located just 45 minutes North of Toronto with over 25 live table games including Baccarat, Blackjack, Roulette and poker-based tables, 900 slots and monthly promotions with cash and big prizes.

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Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino

Put your luck to the test in our world-class casino! Seneca Niagara offers slot, table, keno and poker games that redefine excitement. Our world-famous entertainment venues feature everything you have been looking for. At Seneca Niagara, you can choose from a collection of exciting Niagara Falls restaurants. 

At Angel Tours we PRIDE ourselves on our quality fleet of clean, reliable, well maintained motorcoaches.

Want the inside scoop on the games you love to play? PlaySmart is your gambling encyclopedia, with information you need to make smart choices and keep the fun in the game.

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Dear HUMANITY, we applaud you for your action, for caring enough to listen, for accepting the information, for un-denying your denial, for being selfless instead of selfish (you know who you are) and wanting to taking care of each other. Let’s not dwell on the fear-causing behaviors we’re receiving on internet and social media. Instead let’s stand together and protect Humankind with the power, strength and resilience our planet is known for.

Oh by the way, Dear travel guests, Angel Tours, alongside thousands of concerned businesses, has chosen to suspend our bus service in an effort to mitigate the spread of the COVID 19 virus.

We will continue to rely on the experts for advice to get us back on the road. We look forward to seeing you all very soon.

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Thank you for checking on the great day tours casino trips. we have brought back our casino trips for 2024 and each has been planned as a 2-day, 3-day or 4-day package to provide you more "gaming time".  , soaring eagle - mount pleasant, michigan.

You can feel your pulse quicken the moment you walk in the door. You'll experience 210,000 square feet of excitement on Michigan's most action packed gaming floor. Package features motorcoach transportation, rooms at the Soaring Eagle Resort and plenty of gaming time. Click below to book your trip. Every guest must have a valid state issued photo ID to enter the casino. To receive the gaming bonus, guests must obtain a free Players Card when arriving at the casino. Book your tour online by clicking the date you would like to travel. All gaming bonuses are provided by the casino and subject to change.

Click the date to book - Tuesday-Wednesday, April 16-17, 2024 (two-day) - For additional information, click here

Click the date to book - Wednesday-Thursday, July 24-26, 2024 (three-day) - For additional information, click here

Click the date to book - Wednesday-Thursday, August 21-22, 2024 (two-day) - For additional information, click here

Click the date to book - Thursday-Friday, October 17-18, 2024 (two-day) - For additional information, click here

Resport Casino Hotel in Atlantic City

There are so many things to take in when you travel to Atlantic City. There’s the Boardwalk, the ocean, little shops & boutiques and, of course, plenty of choices for “gaming action” at any of the city’s casinos.

Our rooms will be at Resorts Casino Hotel, the original property that opened, setting the stage for the other resort hotels that followed. Just steps off the Boardwalk, you’ll be in the heart of the action and, to enjoy our visit even more, you will be receiving a gaming bonus.

Every guest must have a valid state issued photo ID to enter the casino. To receive the gaming bonus, guests must obtain a free Players Card when arriving at the casino. Book your tour or get additional infomation using the links below. All gaming bonuses are provided by the casino and subject to change.

Click the date to book - Monday-Thursday, September 9-12, 2024 (four-day) - For additional information, click here

Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino Resort - plus Atlantic City and New York City

On this tour we will be traveling along I-80 through Ohio and into Pennsylvania before our arrival at the Wind Creek Bethlehem Casino Resort, our host for all three nights. Here, all passengers over 21 will be receiving the first of your bonuses that includes both $60 in food vouchers and $90 free slot play . . . $150 of bonuses in total at our first casino alone!

Choose from their various restaurants that include, at the time of publication, Emeril’s Chop House, Burgers & More by Emeril, The Market Gourmet Express, Steelworks Buffet & Grill and Chopstick Cuisine. You’ll have time to rest, relax and enjoy all that this beautiful casino has to offer.

Since we are so close, we will be traveling aboard our coach for a narrated tour of New York City. Of course, we will typically be seeing Grand Central Station, the 9/11Memorial, the Empire State Building as we tour, as well as having some time to get lunch. As mealtime approaches, we will depart tor the Resort in time to enjoy dinner and an evening of gaming.

On the third day of the tour, we are again including a side trip, this time into one of Atlantic City’s more popular casinos, Resorts . . . right on the Boardwalk as well as being so close to a number of other Casinos that also invite you in. Here, passengers will be receiving yet another casino bonus at Resorts. We will be back at Wind Creek in time for dinner. As we travel homeward, the Tour Staff has added another meal mid-day.

Click the date to book - Monday-Thursday, July 15-18, 2024 (four-day) - For additional information, click here

Niagara Fallsview Canada and Seneca Niagara in New York

Niagara Falls is home to two of the more popular Casinos. In Niagara Fallls, Ontario, there is the beautiful Niagara Fallsview Resort and, just across the border in New York State, is Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino.

We will be arriving at Fallsview, receiving a $35 Free Play Bonus on arrival, and then, at the time announced, we will travel back into the United States to check into the Seneca Niagara Casino Hotel and receive a $35 Slot Play and $15 Food Credit, totaling $85 between the two casinos.

Click the date to book - Wednesday-Thursday, June 12-13, 2024 (two-day) - For additional information, click here

Seneca Niagara and Seneca Allegany Casinos

New York State is home to two of the more popular Casinos and this tour includes both gaming destinations.

On Thursday, we will be arriving in Niagara Falls, New York, for an afternoon and evening of gaming at the beautiful Seneca Niagara Casino & Resort, just a couple of blocks from the U.S. side of the Falls.

We will be arriving at the Casino, receiving a $35 Slot Play and $15 Food Credit and, the next day, when we arrive at Seneca Allegany Casino in Salamanca, New York, you will be presented with an additional bonus of $25 in Free Play, making a total of $75 between the two casinos.

Click the date to book - Thursday-Friday, October 3-4, 2024 (two-day) - For additional information, click here

For those who would like to join with us, at no additional charge, travel with us for a day tour into New York City with our licensed Guide for a narrated tour of the Big Apple with several stops being made, including midday to purchase lunch. Of course, we will be seeing the 9/11 Memorial as we tour. We will be back at the Resort in time to enjoy dinner and some gaming.

On the third day of the tour, we are again including a side trip, this time into one of Atlantic City’s more popular casinos, Resorts . . . right on the Boardwalk and close to a number of other Casinos that also invite you in. Here, passengers will be receiving yet another casino bonus at Resorts. Again, we will be arriving back at our casino to enjoy all that it has to offer guests.

Every guest must have a valid state issued photo ID to enter the casino. To receive the gaming bonus, guests must obtain a free Players Card when arriving at the casino. For additional information, click here . Call our office to book this tour. All gaming bonuses are provided by the casino and subject to change.

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GO Transit set to change most bus schedules, several routes to see reductions

By Nick Westoll

Posted April 22, 2024 11:48 am.

As GO Transit prepares to beef up train service on multiple routes , nearly all of the agency’s bus routes are set to see schedule changes beginning on Saturday.

Under the new plan, several routes will see reduced frequencies and certain bus trips will be cancelled outright over and above typical seasonal changes.

After the new schedules were posted online, users on Reddit began pouring over the changes. Multiple commenters expressed disappointment over the changes.

“More train service is good, but I personally think it’s not worth it (at least in its current state) considering how detrimental the bus reductions are,” one user who compiled a huge list of changes after reading the schedules wrote.

“Frequencies were already horrible at hourly and now they’re moving some frequencies to bi-hourly … does GO want to kill its bus network?” another user wrote.

• Province expands GTA GO train service with over 300 new trips. Here’s when it starts

Among the examples from the new schedules cited online included:

• cancellation of connecting bus trips for trains that end at Aldershot (meaning riders on those trains will have to wait for a different train to take them farther along)
• some early morning and late evening trips on certain routes are being cancelled
• bi-hourly service overnight on GO Transit buses that run between Hamilton and Richmond Hill with stops at Toronto Pearson International Airport where shift workers are (currently its hourly)
• bi-hourly service between Highway 407 Bus Terminal and Guelph at certain periods (down from hourly)
• bi-hourly service at different periods between Pickering GO station and Square One in Mississauga (down from hourly)

GO Transit staff will also suspend service to many post-secondary institutions until the fall semester begins in September.

CityNews contacted Metrolinx, the provincial transportation agency overseeing GO Transit, to ask about the various changes, how those changes could impact passengers and instances where wait times for transfer connections would jump.

A representative wasn’t made available for an on-camera interview, but a spokesperson said in a statement the moves are about utilizing resources better.

“We are making some changes to our GO bus services in response to shifting travel patterns and customer demand,” Metrolinx spokesperson Andrea Erneskas wrote.

“We appreciate that it can take time to adapt to service changes and are encouraging customers to check their schedules before travelling.”

• Toronto-area shift workers need ‘transportation justice,’ better service: study

Ernesaks said a large part of the reason for shifting bus resources stems from a need to have shuttle buses on hand for when train line shutdowns need to happen because of expansion-related construction work, adding the buses selected come from “very low ridership timeslots on some routes.”

“There will be no reductions to routes without alternative travel options available, and customers will not see any first or last trips affected along any of our bus routes,” she said.

Meanwhile, some of the buses are being shifted to more in-demand routes. An example she cited is more riders taking the 36 Brampton/North York route versus the 32 Brampton Trinity Commons/North York route.

Despite the service reductions, Metrolinx staff noted bus service to popular destinations such as Canada’s Wonderland and Niagara Falls is ramping up.

Also, GO Transit staff are set to change the organization’s 21 Milton route after many riders spoke out. The agency stopped ending the route at Union Station in favour of dropping people off on the Lakeshore West GO train line . Staff cited delays getting to downtown Toronto, but those impacted said it meant much longer travel times for them. Staff are now backtracking on those changes and buses will be returning to Union Station.

Click here for a full list of current and upcoming GO Transit bus and train schedules, and click here for an updated bus network map.

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