Blog Post
by: Kali Willows
Just the honeymoon capital or is
there more?
It’s been a busy summer. I can’t believe it’s September
already! I’m so far behind in blogs, promotions, edits and writing, but I’ve
enjoyed time with my family, and isn’t that what it’s all about?
We have done lots of things, but the one I wanted to post
about today, was our trip to Niagara Falls. I’d been there several times over
the years to visit family, but in all honesty much to my dismay, short of
stopping for a quick view of the water phenomena I had never taken in any of
the sights.
Being highly noted as the honeymoon capital, we took a
different route. I brought my beautiful children, and left the romance at home,
to tend to the domestic responsibilities. (Although, I do have to admit, I got
the better end of the bargain.
We did the Hornblower (The Canadian version of Maid of the
Mist), the Aerocar over the whirlpool of breathtaking water, the Skyline Tower,
one day for the tour, the next night for dinner in the revolving restaurant and
so much more. Our feet hurt from three days of walking, but it was an
incredible vacation I got to experience for the first time, with my children.
The only attraction I personally found a letdown, was the
Canadian tour behind the falls. For a price, a short elevator ride and a walk
down an old tunnel, it was a different vantage point of seeing the falls, but
it’s not one I will repeat.
Clifton Hill, proved adventurous. Arcades, watching
fudge get made, we visited the Hersey factory, the fun houses and the Skywheel gave
even more spectacular views to indulge in. Of course, the main reason we went,
was for the kids to go to Marineland. I was impressed the costs were not nearly
as outrageous as I had expected and the fun was endless. We played it smart, and went at the end of
August, in the middle of the week, while to Toronto CNE was in it’s prime. We
had less crowds to contend with and more enjoyment to be had by all.
Although we didn’t do the haunted houses or wax museums, (too
much for the little ones at this stage), the very low budget hotel we booked provided a Bates Motel atmosphere with a single electrical socket for
three of us to share, and fluctuating water temperatures, that both invigorated
and scorched us interchangeably.
What does this post have to do with Canadian Romance you ask?
Well, now that I’ve done the ground work, when my sweet husband and I return
for an adult only vacation, I know exactly what I want to do…get your mind out
of the gutter, I meant what attractions to visit!
Next time, when it’s just us two, I want to book a nice hotel
suite on Falls Avenue, preferably one with a cozy hot tub right in the room and within
walking distance to everything. Take in a romantic Falls Illumination Evening
Cruise, complete with a bar, snacks, night show and fireworks. Then, a stroll
along Clifton Hill, and venture into the haunted houses and wax museums, where,
if I get a little spooked, my sweetheart can hold me close as we laugh and
enjoy the festivities. Perhaps sample the fudge being made in the store front
window, and a night time ride on the Skywheel, with maybe a few stolen kisses.
The romance potential is definitely all over Niagara Falls,
but so is the family fun. You can’t go wrong no matter what kind of vacation
you’re looking for. This Canadian gal is quite satisfied with her trip and
plans to return, soon!
Happy Reading!
Canadian living, at its best.
