‘It’s amazing’: Man survives plunge over Niagara Falls

From the Niagara Falls Review: Experienced rescuers said it’s “amazing” a man survived going over Niagara Falls Monday morning — only the fourth time someone has taken the 54-metre plunge and lived. An unidentified man went over the Horseshoe Falls in what police say was an unsuccessful suicide attempt that unfolded in front of hundreds…

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“The ultimate Niagara Falls experience” from DoubleTree Fallsview and Niagara Parks

Last week I received the latest information from the DoubleTree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton Niagara Falls: Referenced as “the ultimate Niagara Falls experience” – DoubleTree Fallsview and Niagara Parks offering a two night package with great attractions this summer. Package includes two nights accommodations in selected room type, full breakfast, $50 dinner voucher…

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Summer in Niagara Attractions Package

On Monday I received this information from the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls. Enjoy exciting attraction in Niagara Falls this summer and take advantage of great inclusive hotel packages at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton. The Summer Couples package (with rates starting at $204/night, CAD) includes hotel…

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EASTER WEEKEND BODES WELL FOR 2011 NIAGARA FALLS TOURISM SEASON

From the Niagara Falls Reporter: If Easter week is any sort of barometer, the 2011 tourism season is going to be an exceptionally good one for Niagara Falls. Tourists were out en masse, and even the reality of $4-per-gallon gas prices did not keep them from traveling to see the world’s most famous waterfall. The…

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Niagara Parks to Once Again Take Part in Sleep Cheap

From a press release seen in the Media Centre section of the Niagara Parks web site: In recognition and celebration of its 125th Anniversary, The Niagara Parks Commission (NPC) is once again pleased to be part of this year’s ‘Sleep Cheap, Charities Reap’ fundraiser. NPC will take part in this great initiative between the hours…

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On the q.t., Obama girls pay a visit to Falls, Ont.

From the Buffalo News: A state secret more closely guarded than the agenda of the recent G-20 summit in Toronto finally was cracked Monday. Yes, the Obama girls, Malia and Sasha, did visit the Canadian side of Niagara Falls on Sunday, along with their grandmother, Marian Robinson. The White House on Monday confirmed the visit…

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Hello From Niagara Falls – Exploring the Clifton Hills Entertainment Area & Doing A Little Gambling

From Sirpi.com: Yesterday morning my last full day in Niagara Falls, Ontario, had arrived. After a packed schedule the day before that had included a wonderful presentation at the Imax Theatre, my up-close encounter with the Great Falls at the Journey Behind the Falls and an entertaining show at the Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Theatre,…

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