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The Wallenda Walk and What to do While Your Here Part 3

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Things to Do
Clifton Hill is a family friendly hot spot in Niagara Falls offering you all the “fun by the falls” you need before and after the Wallenda Walk.  Most rides open early around 9am and if you are coming in on Thursday the Niagara SkyWheel will give you the best view of the falls, and an opportunity to find a good area to see the event.  Once you have the game plan in order right beside the SkyWheel is the Dino Adventure Land.  It is one of the newer attractions to the hill, and has gained a lot of popularity since opening over a year ago.   If golf isn’t your thing try out the Great Canadian Midway where you can win tickets to score some great prizes. Did we mention Boston Pizza is attached to the midway too; kids can enjoy even more games while mom and dad get to relax and refuel.
Many tourists take advantage of the Clifton Hill Fun Pass offering a combination of attractions at a discounted price.  Included is the newest attraction on the hill the XD Theatre.  We are talking 6D technologies taking you on an immersing adventurous ride through the cosmos.
If this is a grown up only getaway a nice meal at Kelsey’s could turn into a hot night at Rumours Nightclub. Their mix of a light show, talented house DJ, and massive dance floor is enough to keep you out well into the early morning hours.
Some people would rather take their family to Marineland for the day.  Weather permitting the park will be in full swing ready to entertain you and the kids.   As well the Maid of the Mist is extremely popular with tourists.

Shopping
There is no shortage of shops along Clifton Hill if you need to pick something up for a loved one back home The Canadian Trading Company has a souvenir suiting any ones tastes.  If you are looking for something on the sweeter side don’t miss The Fudge Factory, their delectable treats are irresistible.  With homemade fudge, and candy apples you may be tempted to want to try everything in the store.  You can find some wacky souvenirs to remember your visit at the Fun Factory where you can get wax hands made.  It is a really neat process where they dip your hands in coloured wax and it hardens into whatever forms you want.
If you want to do some real shopping  a trip down Lundy’s Lane will fill that need.  You will find an outlet store for all occasions such as the Canada One Outlet Mall, more info click here.   Also down Lundy’s Lane are the West 49 Outlet Store, and The Brandname Shoe Warehouse.

Where To Eat
In Niagara Falls there is no shortage of places to eat, especially when you are in the Clifton Hill area.  If your staying at one of the many hotels on the hill like the Clifton Hill Niagara Falls Hotel you will find Restaurants like Kelsey’s attached,  making it more convenient for you.  Kitty corner from here are nice spots like Mama Mia’s for the Italian lovers, Indian Cuisine, and Korean as well.
Of course if you are on the go and just want a quick burger Clifton Hill has Wendy’s, Tim Horton’s, a great hot dog pretzel booth, and a fantastic ice cream vendor.  To see info on all these quick stops and more click here.

Hopefully this covers all your needs while you stay in Niagara Falls for the June 15th Wallenda Walk.  If you need anymore information feel free to socialize with us on Facebook or Twitter, or subscribe to our blog for up to date falls information.

Nik Wallenda a fait marquer l’histoire à Niagara Falls Partie 1

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Révélant l’histoire de son moment
“Ce n’est pas un truc, c’est moi qui performe un art à lequel je me suis dévoué la vie.”
Ce sont les mots de Nik Wallenda a dit par rapport aux casse-cous et aux cascadeurs! Au cours de la dernière année Wallenda et ses gestionnaires ont mené une campagne intensive de lobbying auprès des côtés des États-Unis et du Canadien de la frontière dans laquelle ils ont vendu leur vision d’un événement spectaculaire avec les Chutes du Niagara en toile de fond.
La date est maintenant gravée dans le marbre (si le temps le permet), Niagara Falls et des milliers de gens partout dans le monde attendent avec impatience pour le vendredi le 15 juin. C’est le jour où Nik Wallenda va tenter de marcher sur la corde raide à travers des Chutes du Niagara!

Il n’y avait aucun chemin facile pour Nik Wallenda à prendre pour arriver à ce point. Il a dû faire des pieds et des mains pour le réaliser, mais avec détermination et la préparation, Wallenda a acquis la permission de prendre son essor là-haut dans le ciel en haut des Chutes du Niagara le 15 juin. Le trajet est censé d’amener bien au-delà d’une centaine de milliers de touristes à la région de Niagara qui veulent témoigner de première main ce moment dans l’histoire. Des 16 fil-de-féristes qui ont traversés les chutes, seulement un est péri.  Avec son habileté et des années pour la perfectionner (Wallenda pratique sur un fil d’entraînement depuis l’âge de 2 ans); traversant les chutes le 15 juin signifiera qu’il a finalement accompli son objectif de toute une vie qui a commencé avec son grand-père Karl Wallenda.
Continue reading Nik Wallenda a fait marquer l’histoire à Niagara Falls Partie 1