Brantford, Ontario - Home of the 2008 Allan Cup
Getting here is easy. Staying here’s a BLAST!
Known as "The Telephone City", Brantford is home to the Alexander Graham Bell Homestead 
National Historic Site. It was here that the great inventor conceived his idea for the telephone, an invention that forever changed the world of communications. Brantford is also the hometown of hockey legend Wayne Gretzky. Memorabilia from the career of "The Great One" and other local sports legends are on display at the Gretzky Sports Hall of Recognition.
This year, Brantford will add another hallmark to it’s collection as the community welcomes the 100th Edition of the Allan Cup.
http://www.visitbrantford.ca
http://www.brantford-on.worldweb.com
Airports
HAMILTON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - Less than a 30 minute drive to Brantford, make Hamilton International your first choice for flying. Choose from major air carriers and tour operators, offering frequent flights to Canadian, American and Caribbean destinations. Save money with competitive low-cost air fares and cheaper parking. And save stress with fast lines, short walks, quicker take-offs and a fun, friendly atmosphere.
http://www.flyhi.ca/index.shtml
PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - Toronto’s bustling Pearson International Airport is about a 60 minute drive from Brantford.
Ground Transportation
From Hamilton International Airport to Brantford
http://www.flyhi.ca/passenger/pageDisplay.php?pageName=Brantford
From Pearson International Airport
http://www.gtaa.com/en/travellers/airport_information/ground_transportatio/
Accommodations
SHERATON HAMILTON HOTEL - Find a familiar comfort at the Sheraton Hamilton Hotel in Hamilton, Ontario. Located in the heart of the downtown Hamilton, this 18 floor, full service hotel is connected two great shopping malls, food court, movie theatres, Hamilton Farmers’ Market & much more. After enjoying exciting Allan Cup hockey action, you can take a dip in the heated indoor pool or relax in the whirlpool to get ready for the next big game.
Click here to view driving directions from the Sheraton Hamilton to the Brantford Civic Centre.
Click here to access special Allan Cup guestroom rates until March 16/08, and book your room now.
BEST WESTERN BRANT PARK INN AND CONFERENCE CENTRE - Conveniently located off Highway 403 and one hour from Toronto and the Niagara region. The Best Western Brant Park Inn and Conference Centre provides hotel guests easy access to key area attractions in and around Brantford, Ontario, including the Brantford Civic Centre, the Sanderson Centre, Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre and Brantford Charity Casino. Special Allan Cup Rates until March 14/08.
http://www.bestwesternontario.com/brantford-hotels
Click here to view driving directions from the Best Western to the Brantford Civic Centre.
THE BODEGA INN - Brant's most exotic accomodation. Escape to a faraway land.
The unique, culturally-themed accommodations of Bodega Inn, Brantford, Ontario,
will take you on a journey to the distant corners of the earth
including Africa, China and Europe.
Within walking distance of the inn, you can enjoy Brantford’s attractions including the Sanderson Theatre, the ice skating park (opening soon), the Charity Casino, fine dining and nature trails.
The Bodega Inn is just a couple of blocks away from Allan Cup action at the Brantford Civic Centre.
Dining
The Olde School Restaurant makes every dining experience special, whether it is for Lunch, Dinner or Sunday Brunch.
Seven private dining rooms each with a different design theme. Make sure you dine where Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth did when she visited Brantford – The Olde School Restaurant.