When you are standing in Queen Victoria Park, you can look out onto the Falls, feel the mist on your skin, and listen to the thundering river rush past. When you venture below, on the legendary Maid of the Mist or the Journey Behind the Falls, you can hear and see up close the power […]
Niagara Falls has a long, strong tie to black history. As one of the ending points for the Underground Railroad, which funneled escaped slaves to Canada where slavery was wholly illegal by that time, the rushing Falls heralded true liberty to African-Americans fleeing unjust enslavement. A proud black community has thrived in the region since […]
Though Nanaimo, British Columbia is far away from Niagara Falls, Ontario, the two cities are inseparably linked by an infamous Canadian treat: Nanaimo bars. These gooey, layered, no-bake sweets are among top favorites of children and adults alike throughout Canadian provinces and on your next trip to Niagara Falls, you are more than likely to […]
While Niagara Falls is one of the best destinations year-round, the region is particularly excellent in the summer. The warm weather combines with the beautiful, green scenery, and the roaring waterfalls are moving at full capacity creating the most amazing effect. Perhaps these idyllic conditions are why so many of Niagara’s best festivals are held […]
Valentine’s Day is one of America’s favorite holidays, but this celebration of romantic love exists in all corners of the world — including the Niagara Falls region. The United States and Canada tend to agree on the traditions of the holiday: Couples in love exchange gifts like candies or jewelry wrapped in red hues to […]
Falls Avenue Resort is pleased to announce that Niagara’s newest microbrewery, Niagara Brewing Company, will be opening its doors this coming May. Located on the corner of Falls Avenue and Clifton Hill, this brand new microbrewery will utilize and showcase locally sourced ingredients in innovative brews that offer a truly unique craft beer experience. Niagara […]
Niagara Falls has been around for more than 12,000 years, which means that countless millions from all walks of life have seen and talked about the wondrous sights in the Niagara region. It is understandable, then, that every new culture that has walked the trails around the Falls has imagined different and thrilling tales regarding […]
Niagara Falls might be the Honeymoon Capital of the World, but that doesn’t make it any less popular among couples celebrating each and every anniversary. In fact, the romance and excitement of the region make it the perfect destination for couples looking to go big for their golden anniversary. Fifty years together is nothing to […]
What could possibly be more satisfying than a nice glass of wine at the end of a rough day of work? What about multiple excellent glasses of wine from some of the best vineyards on the continent during a relaxing, week long vacation? A vacation to Niagara Falls has emerged as an oenophile’s dream due […]
There is nothing quite like a playlist to set the tone for a vacation. Whether it’s ukulele music preparing you for an imminent trip to Pacific Islands or European EDM getting you ready for a tour of progressive cities on the continent, the perfect playlist with make you appropriately psyched to begin your next travel […]
