‘One of the best’ NYE events for Falls businesses

From the Niagara Falls Review: New Year’s Eve at Niagara Falls was not only a ratings blockbuster, it was also one of the best nights ever for businesses in the area. “From what I understand, all the hotels sold out,” said Sarah Vazquez, vice-president of business development and marketing for Canadian Niagara Hotels. “Talking to…

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City’s investment in tourism marketing paying off

From the Niagara Falls Review: City council’s investment in marketing efforts “continues to drive results” for tourism businesses in Niagara Falls, says Jon Jackson, executive director for Niagara Falls Tourism. Jackson addressed councillors this week about the summer marketing campaign the agency recently concluded. In January, council approved $300,000 in matching funds towards the campaign….

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Niagara Falls is both friendly and flashy

From the Tennessean (including photos): My first impression of Canada is that it’s flashy.” These were the words of my 12-year-old son crossing the bridge from New York to Niagara Falls, Ontario. This impression will prove short-lived for him and his two brothers, but if you make this journey at night, you can’t miss the…

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    Jay Cochrane and Harry Oakes

    Yesterday when I was out and around I saw Jay Cochrane over on the HOCO property talking with Harry Oakes. Jay’s done now with his skywalks near the Skylon Tower. I didn’t hear what they were saying… I don’t know what they were talking about… but it would be pretty cool if Jay was back…

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      Fall Festival Specials at the Americana Resort, Niagara Falls

      Last Thursday I received the latest newsletter from the Americana Conference Resort & Spa. They are promoting special Fall packages, a Beauty & the Beast package, and a “Cosmopolitan reception” To subscribe to the newsletter, click on the “Stay informed…” link on the left of the every page of the Americana Conference Resort & Spa…

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        A Sibling for Celia: Show and Tell

        Someone with a Blogger blog reminisces about some trips to Niagara Falls: Since my daughter just started PreK, and now has Show N Tell every Friday, I decided to finally jump in on the fun! I grew up in Buffalo, NY. And having grown up there, made it so I was very close to one…

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