From the Niagara Falls Reporter:
The list of 13 bidders now standing in line to take over the concession to operate sightseeing boats below Niagara Falls from public docks on the Ontario side of the river reads like a who’s who of international tourism superstars.
And two independent sources with direct knowledge of the bidding process told the Niagara Falls Reporter last week that Disney Cruise Lines, a subsidiary of one of the richest and most renowned entertainment companies on earth, is the early favorite in a field containing any number of household names.
Three different Disney press spokespeople told the Reporter that company policy forbids discussion of deals that have yet to be consummated, and the Ontario provincial government has refused to provide the names of any of the potential bidders to the public. But Disney representatives will be among those to conduct an inspection of the Canadian dock site next month, the independent sources confirmed.
Wow!! That is one scathing article, the authors obviously don’t care much for Glynn. And BTW, how does this little 2 bit weekly newspaper in Niagara Falls, NY come up with this stuff before anybody else. Some bigger papers should have a look at some of the reporters.
This is going to be sooo interesting as it unfolds. I just hope that this whole thing isn’t way too much for the ‘old boys’ at the NPC to handle, and it ends up being a total mess.
If Disney’s involved, I can’t see anyone else getting the deal.
The sad part is I thought I read somewhere if a new operator gets the contract, the MOTM will be down for at least a summer?
What a poorly written article. The reporters are totally clueless. If they think tourists are going on that tour to reserve seats and have meals they are out to lunch no pun intended. MOTM does exactly what it’s purpose is. Bring tourists by boat to the edge of the falls for an unforgettable experience.
I hope the Maid of the Mist name is bought if a new company takes over, it’s a part of Niagara culture.
I thought it was a fantastic and much needed article it speaks the truth and is an eye opener! I hope Disney or Ripley’s will soon be running a boat operation on our side!!!