The experience of being closest to the Niagara Falls can be had from the “Cave of the Winds”. The beauty of the falls as well as the sheer power overwhelms even the most prosaic of cynics. The spray of water is so intense that Read the rest of this entry »
June 17th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 3 Comments
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There are also number of museums around the River region. Some of them are listed below –
30) Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University (home to Andy Warhols and Picassos). Address – Niagara University campus, Senior Dr., Niagara University, NY-14109.
31) Town Of Porter Historical Museum (census, church records etc. dating back to 1800s; Native American Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 1 Comment
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Further from the Falls region, in the River region there are more attractions worth going to –
24) Devil’s Hole State Park : Located about 4 miles north of the Falls, on the Robert Moses Parkway, this is part of the Niagara Gorge Trail system. Hiking, fishing, picnicking and biking are the activities Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 2 Comments
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Apart from attractions close by to the Falls, there are several which are more distant and you would have to drive to. Some close to the Niagara International Airport are -
21) The Krow’s Nest Family Fun centre, The Summit: Close to the international airport, this includes Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 2 Comments
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Outside the Niagara State Park there are some other attractions in the vicinity of the Park. Rainbow Blvd. which leads to the Park has a number of restaurants with seating outside, souvenir shops, ATM, ice cream kiosks etc.
14) Helicopter ride: Just opposite to Days Inn there is a Helicopter ride facility. It is called Rainbow Air Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 2 Comments
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10) Goat Island: This is connected to the mainland via a Pedestrian bridge and also by the American Rapids Bridge. One can walk down from Prospect point across the Pedestrian Bridge. It is a great walk. The Trolley also Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 2 Comments
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Niagara Falls attractions on the American side –
1) Prospect Point : Of course the number one attraction is the Falls which can be viewed from different points. The first viewing point is Prospect point. This is close to the Visitor Centre at the park. From here one can get Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 3 Comments
Getting to Niagara Falls –
By Air: Take flight to Buffalo, NY and proceed to take a taxi or shuttle to the falls. It is $60 flat (plus tips) by cab from Read the rest of this entry »
June 13th, 2008 | Posted in New York | 1 Comment
Cliquer’s on 34th street between 6th and 7th Ave. in Manhattan carries a good stock of discount casuals (tees, layers, tops, skirts et al), very reasonably priced party / prom dresses, wedding gowns, party shoes etc. The party dresses range in price from Read the rest of this entry »
June 5th, 2008 | Posted in New York, Shopping | 1 Comment
GNC (or General Nutrition Centers) is a retail chain dispensing a variety of nutritional supplements, beauty items, health and Read the rest of this entry »
April 28th, 2008 | Posted in New York, Shopping | No Comments