Niagara Falls (ON) Travel Blog

Photo courtesy of Kenzie The Niagara Falls annual Festival of Lights had its big opening on Nov. 6th, with a Disney fest to kick off the season.  And what a season it will be.  In addition to the traditional illuminations along the Parkway, the lighting of the Falls, and the fireworks and concerts,...

It may be cool and rainy outside as Fall sets in, but inside the Bird Kingdom, the atmosphere is warm and steamy, and the birds are happy to see you. This family friendly attraction located near the Horseshoe Falls in Niagara Falls is the perfect place when the family wants an outing and the weather...

(Photo courtesy of Ruthven Park) Ruthven Park is a beautifully preserved Greek Revival mansion on the banks of the Grand River.  It stands above the river, elegant, dignified and evocative of times past. It is a fascinating house to visit, and the grounds offer walking trails through field and forest, ...

Spend the day Horsin’ Around! (Photo Courtesy of Horseplay Niagara) As another long hot summer weekend – possibly one of the last of the season- approaches, here’s an idea of something different to do.  Why not take a horseback ride through a cool forest trail or along the beach,...

The locals know where to eat for good reliable food at good prices.  That’s why, whenever I travel, I try to hang out with some of the neighbourhood characters who will share the secrets of their town with me. In Niagara Falls, there are a huge number of places to dine, many of them on the touristy...

Each destination has its unique peculiarities, which means  when deciding what you will pack for a visit, there are particular things that will make your time there easier, or more fun, or more rewarding. For a vacation in Niagara Falls, you need to pack all of the usual suspects – er , objects...

As the summer temperatures soar, the idea of a trip on the Maid of the Mist takes on a whole new appeal. Getting drenched in water from Niagara Falls?  Sounds like cool fun when the temp is over 90 degrees. During the recent G-20 Summit in Toronto, the Obama girls, Malia and Sasha, got out of town with...

Everyone who visits Niagara Falls wants to preserve the memory in  photographs, and no wonder.  The Falls are one of the world’s most important and most visited destinations.  And they are awesomely beautiful  And so are you! But how can you capture the Falls, and you in front of them, at their...