Niagara Falls Fun - Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls Canada

Keeping Your Family Safe While on Vacation in Niagara Falls

The last thing you want while on vacation is an accident or something happening to disrupt or shorten your well-deserved family time. Don’t worry, you can still enjoy a trip without having the kids in your grips the whole time. Sometimes we just needed to be reminded of little tips helping to get you ready to tackle your family vacation.

 Make Your Visit Memorable for the Right Reasons

 If you’re out for March break or planning your summer vacation Niagara Falls is a great option. Although safety starts before you even leave the house.  If you are driving make sure your children’s car seats are all properly fastened in the car, you don’t want to have to pull over on a busy road because the baby is tipping over after you merged onto the highway.

 There are so many things to see and do sometimes it can get overwhelming for the kids, they get excited and wander off.  I know I’ve had to chase after my girls, not a fun time. Parents we should definitely not let ourselves get side tracked.  With roads and crowds it’s important to always have an eye on the kids. Playing in the water is fun, but be extra cautious.  You never think it’s going to happen to you… better to be safe then sorry right!  So stay off the cell, if you have to be talking still be watching, and it goes without saying never leave kids unattended. 

The Falls itself has a safety fence, but children like to climb so you can never be too vigilant, this means not allowing your child to get up on the fence while you stand back to take a picture.  There are many friendly people passing by who will gladly help you take a photo.

To make sure the family stays together bring a favourite stuffed toy for both of you to hold.  If you have more then one child bring a ribbon and all the kids can grab onto it while you walk.  A lot of daycares also use a long rope with attached rings for all the little hands to hold.   Some families will all wear the same colour shirts to stand out in a crowd.

Exploring all the safe, kid friendly activities along Clifton Hill is one of the highlights of Niagara Falls, but it’s a good idea to set rules out before hand.

Suggestions:

• Kids shouldn’t be where they can’t see you.
• Don’t talk to strangers.
• Before hand point out the safe places for help. A ticket booth, retail shop or Tim Horton’s, and point out the staff uniforms.

 You can stay more focused on paying attention to your kids if your not so worried about what you’re doing next.  Planning your itinerary is a good idea. A list of attractions, packages and fun things to do can be found at www.cliftonhill.com you can also pick up the Clifton Hill Fun Pass which will help keep a few dollars IN your pocket during your visit too.

In the end it’s all about common sense, sometimes we do need to be reminded, and that’s okay! Parents we have a lot on our minds these days! Following these tips can help you enjoy a safe and sane vacation with the family.

8th Annual Sleep Cheap Charities Reap
Sunday, November 13th to Thursday, November 17th , 2011

To book rooms, call the Hotels directly. Promotional Rooms will be restricted to Niagara Region Residents 21 years of age and older with a current valid credit card. 24 hour cancellation policy for room bookings. Participants will be charged the full Sleep Cheap rate for the room if they choose to cancel 24 hours or more after the time they make the reservation.

All Reservations start Monday, October 24th at 7:00 AM
Please do not call before the registration opens!
Minimum donations for rooms remain the same as last year: $35 per night for a standard room, $45 for a Fallsview room, $65 for a whirlpool room, and $85 for a room with access to a waterpark. View the Sleep Cheap Charities Reap Media Release.

Stay in the loop
If you want to stay in the loop about the Sleep Cheap, make sure you sign up to the Sleep Cheap Charities Reap Updates List.

Americana Conference Resort, Spa & Waterpark
8444 Lundy’s Lane
905-356-8444
To book rooms go to our website
www.sleepcheapamericana.com

Comfort Inn Clifton Hill
4960 Clifton Hill
905-358-3295 ext. 2055
To book rooms go to our website
www.niagarafallscomfort.com

Courtyard by Marriott Niagara Falls
5950 Victoria Avenue
905-358-3083
To book rooms go to our website
cwp.marriott.com/iagcy/sleepcheap

Days Inn & Suites by the Falls Hotel
5068 Centre Street
905-357-2550

Days Inn Near the Falls
5943 Victoria Avenue
905-374-3333

Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton
6039 Fallsview Boulevard
905-358-3817

Embassy Suites Hotel
6700 Fallsview Boulevard
905-353-6597

Fallsview Casino Resort
6380 Fallsview Boulevard
905-374-3598

Four Points by Sheraton
6455 Fallsview Boulevard
905-353-6597

Great Wolf Lodge
3950 Victoria Avenue
1-888-878-1818
To book rooms go to our website and use Promo Code 1111SCN
www.greatwolf.com/niagara

Hampton Inn North of the Falls
4357 River Road
905-358-5555

Hilton Hotel & Suites
6361 Fallsview Boulevard
905-353-7219

Holiday Inn by the Falls
5339 Murray Street
905-356-1333

Howard Johnson Hotel
5905 Victoria Avenue
905-357-4040
To book rooms go to our website
www.hojobythefalls.com

Marriott Gateway on the Falls
6755 Fallsview Boulevard
1-800-618-9059

Marriott Niagara Falls – Fallsview & Spa
6740 Fallsview Boulevard
1-888-501-8916

Michael’s Inn by the Falls
5599 River Road
905-354-2727

Oakes Hotel Overlooking the Falls
6546 Fallsview Boulevard
1-877-843-6253

Old Stone Inn
5425 Robinson Street
905-357-1234

Radisson Hotel & Suites Fallsview
6733 Fallsview Boulevard
905-356-1944

Ramada Niagara Falls
6045 Stanley Avenue
905-374-4142

Ramada Plaza Niagara Falls
7389 Lundy’s Lane
905-356-6116

River Road Fireside Inn
4067 River Road
905-374-2027

Sheraton on the Falls (Fallsview Waterpark)
5875 Falls Avenue
To book rooms go to our website
www.niagarafallssleepcheap.ca

Skyline Inn (Fallsview Waterpark)
4800 Bender Hill
To book rooms go to our website
www.niagarafallssleepcheap.ca

Sterling Inn & Spa -SOLD OUT
5195 Magdalen Street
289-292-0000

Tower Hotel
6732 Fallsview Boulevard
905-356-1501

Extra Features

Greg Frewin
5781 Ellen Avenue
905-356-0777
Experience the mystery and art of illusion with Greg Frewin, one of the most decorated magicians in the world. On Wednesday, November 16th and Thursday, November 17th, attend the 8:00 pm performance of “Beyond Belief” Greg Frewin’s Las Vegas Style Magical Review featuring spectacular appearances by rare and majestic tigers for the amazing price of $15.00 (all ages) with half the proceeds going to Sleep Cheap charities. Seating based on first come, first served basis. Limited tickets are available through the Box Office at 905-356-0777 or at online with promo code: SleepCheap
www.gregfrewintheatre.com

Source: prweb.com

Falls Avenue Resort Niagara Falls to Welcome Celebrated Chef with Charity Gala & Reception

The 20 acre Falls Avenue Resort in Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada is set to officially welcome esteemed Chef, Author and TV Host Massimo Capra with a Gala Reception at the Rainbow Room Fallsview Restaurant to benefit Niagara Falls Community Outreach.

(PRWEB) January 19, 2011

The 20 acre Falls Avenue Resort in Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada is set to officially welcome esteemed Chef, Author and TV Host Massimo Capra with a Gala Reception at the Rainbow Room Fallsview Restaurant to benefit Niagara Falls Community Outreach.

One of the most recognizable chefs in Canada, Massimo Capra will be in Niagara Falls on Friday for the official Grand Opening Gala of Massimo Capra’s Rainbow Room Fallsview Restaurant. Capra, who joined the culinary team at the legendary Rainbow Room Fallsview Restaurant in the fall will meet & greet attendees who will be treated to a celebration of food & wine. The showcase will be held on Friday January 21, 2011 at the Rainbow Room from 6:30pm-10:30pm and will highlight some of Capra’s most popular dishes through interactive chef stations and samples. Located at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Niagara Falls – Fallsview, the Rainbow Room features more than 80 years of elegant fine dining service. Renowned for its spectacular view of Niagara Falls, the restaurant’s mandate is to highlight fresh local ingredients and Niagara’s award winning wines for a dining experience unsurpassed in the Falls. (more…)

Source: The Review

Festival is a laughing matter

Local News

By JOHN LAW , REVIEW STAFF WRITER

Source: NiagaraThisWeek.com
Melinda Cheevers, staff | Jan 12, 2011 – 10:15 AM

For Nancy Clayton there couldn’t be an easier fundraiser than the $1 museum day.
As the vice-president of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CCFF)’s Niagara chapter, she’s been organizing the event for the past 23 years. It started with a need to fundraise funds for cystic fibrosis research but what it’s become is an annual community event that Niagara Falls residents not only participate in, it’s something they look forward to.
“We’ve had people calling asking us when the next one’s going to be,” she said. “The community really likes it.”

Cystic fibrosis is the most common fatal inherited disease affecting young Canadians. The CCFF describes it as a build-up of thick mucus in the lungs leading to severe respiratory problems. The mucus and protein build-up in the digestive tract results in extreme difficulty in digesting and absorbing adequate nutrients from food. (more…)

Niagara Falls New Years Eve Bash 2010

Date: December 31st 2010
Times: 6:30 PM, Televised Live by Global at 10 PM EST.
Location: Queen Victoria Park
Hosted by: ET Canada’s Rick Campanelli and Cheryl Hickey
Featured Artists: Great Big Sea, Barenaked Ladies, Kardinal Offishall, Running Red Lights and Comedian Calwyn Shurgold

Click here for Niagara Falls New Years Eve details for 2010!

Source: Sportsnet.ca

Niagara ripe for the NFL? Could the Bills find a home in Niagara Falls?

Say what you will about the Bills in Toronto, but how about the Bills in Niagara Falls, Ontario?

An American sportswoman that has a strong interest in football in Canada thinks the Buffalo Bills, could find a future home in Niagara Falls, Ontario when current owner Ralph Wilson passes away and the franchise is auctioned off.

Christina Saint-Marche, who made separate pitches to buy the Calgary Stampeders and the Toronto Argonauts last decade, created the Wally Buono Award, given out annually since 2003, to the top Canadian junior football player.  (more…)

from the Niagara Falls Review

Local future brides are among contestants vying for a $20,000 wedding prize in the Niagara Convention and Civic Centre Design Your Day Contest.

The competition will take place Saturday from noon until 2 p.m. at the Loretto Christian Life centre on Stanley Avenue.

Ten contestants will battle it out using nothing more than cake icing, spatulas and their creativity for a chance to win a dream wedding package.

In addition to the cake decorating contest, there will be a series of presentations, activities and seminars. The event is free and open to the public.

from the Niagara Falls Review

Like a carefully choreographed assembly line, the crews worked in unison at a quick pace, each aware that team-work and timing were vital to a positive outcome.

“This is well-planned out,” said Reg Coates as concrete truck after concrete truck drove into the cavernous exhibition hall at the Niagara Convention and Civic Centre Thursday.

The trucks discharged their loads and a long, flexible hose was used to direct the mixture onto a 15,000-square-foot section of floor.

The concrete is being poured in large sections to ensure a flat, even floor surface for the 80,000-square-foot hall, said Coates, project manager at MHPM Project Managers Inc., which is overseeing the $105 million project.

The first section was poured several weeks ago, and in a few weeks time, the third section will be poured and so on until the entire surface is completed.

The first slab was covered with damp burlap, so that the concrete could cure slowly as crews worked on the second section.

“This is a critical part of the building,” said Coates as he watched the activity from the second floor. (more…)

from the Niagara Falls Review

It’s one thing to volunteer for something on a pleasant summer day. Try doing it during a snow storm, at night, with the temperature dropping.

It’s a special breed that volunteers with the Winter Festival of Lights every year.  Among other things, you have to love winter.

Just ask Sharon Gazley, who has pitched in for the last 11 years. Among her annual workload is about 40 hours collecting donations and taking surveys in chilly Dufferin Islands. While most people enjoy the displays from the warmth of their car, she’s braving the elements.

Bundling up is par for the course for the festival’s 200 volunteers, but the challenge this year isn’t keeping warm — it’s getting more warm bodies. With the festival expanding its schedule to Jan. 31, becoming nearly a three-month event, the pool of volunteers needs to grow as well. (more…)

© Winter Festival of Lights