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We're dedicated to providing the visitor; traveler to our area, and fellow local residents with the latest information on travel, product and service happenings Around N' About Niagara (The Peninsula).

Our news beat is...
That area outlined as from Niagara Falls:
(Whoaaaa! WOW! The Horseshoe Falls) *Our Attractions Central* South (up stream) along the Niagara River (that is the Canadian, United States of America border. Feeeuh! I find it tiring going up stream I don't know how the salmon manage it?) To Fort Erie on the shores of the Niagara River and Lake Erie

(Oh ya eh! It's easier heading downstream)
From Niagara Falls (the Horseshoe Falls) *Our Attractions Central* to Niagara-on-the-lake that is in the north east most corner of the peninsula, on the shores of Lake Ontario at the northern end of the Niagara River going west from there along shores of Lake Ontario to the town of Grimsby

And on the south banks of the peninsula west from the Peace Bridge (the access to and from Buffalo New York) at the town of Fort Erie and the Historic Fort Erie along Lake Erie's shores to Long Beach conservation area

From Long Beach conservation area north along the Hamilton and Haldimand and Niagara borders to Fifty Point conservation area on the shore of Lake Ontario at Grimsby and the communities within this region, that's our beat! And a beautiful one it is, so come...

Explore Our Beat with us...
Discover Stuff Niagara is made up of, like facts about the Welland canal and its keeper communities along the canal's locks (the steps for the climb up and down the Niagara escarpment for the ships of the Great Lakes and the Oceans of the World) from St Catharines', Port Weller, Thorold, and Welland to Port Colborne you can plan your sightseeing tours here in Around N' About Niagara magazine

Then...
You can trip around n' about Niagara's bountiful vineyards or spend a relaxing afternoon or evening at their wineries as part of a fun wine tours group, or just drop by on one of the pleasurable music and information events, held by select wineries, on wine making, tasting, selection and more.

Also...
There's the Niagara escarpment, tour its breathtaking views and hiking trails as well as the bicycling paths available throughout our beautiful vibrant bountiful region. Ah come on! Admit it, you've been dreaming of a getaway, just you and maybe that special someone. Well here's your chance to plan that biking and or hiking holiday with the help of Around N' About Niagara magazine you can plan an invigorating vacation.

And there is...
Oh! #$%* The neighbours are at it again, TV's blaring, that stereo booming some gawd awful noise! Give me some peace! A change would be nice, a holiday, say like the fantastic exhilaration of camping under the stars in your choice of campgrounds, beaches and nature preserves. Or maybe just spend the time cruising around n' about Niagara visiting all those wonderful magnificent parks (WOW!)

Now here's a thought
The family could drop you off (they could do their thing) you could play a few rounds at one of those great golf courses Around N’ About Niagara.

Not Enough For You?
Well then let's go fishing! Or other enjoyable boating activities for the whole family, maybe a relaxing sunset leisure cruises with that special someone, how about, exciting water tours Around N' About Niagara (The Peninsula), on Lake Ontario, Lake Erie and the Niagara River.

And we can tell you...
You'll find the weather is just great for those enjoyable invigorating activities

Not for you?
Oh Yes! You've got those stars in your eyes and that all-over glow you're thinking Bride, Groom and honeymoon, well we'll help you with an address find on the wedding chapels, hotels and other accommodations like quaint quality bed and breakfast Inns with honeymoon suites Around N' About Niagara's cities and towns.

Think Honeymoon!
In cities like Niagara Falls the honeymoon capital, St.Catharines the garden city, Welland the rose city or Port Colborne with beaches galore restful Niagara countryside or lakeside communities such as Niagara-on-the-lake, Grimsby, Fort Erie and others

Tour Around N' About Niagara with us
Discover facts about Niagara Falls Canada and other cities, towns and communities here in *Around N' About Niagara* magazine and if you wish we'll keep you up to date by email on the happenings, shopping, discounts and other news via our *Around N' About Niagara Postcard* a boon to visitors and residents!

You'll find current travel information you need, maps, driving directions to marvelous historic sights Around N' About Niagara (The Peninsula) where you can take great photographs, the locations for the best pictures; and we'll even provide you with photography tips to help make your photos the envy of your family, friends and neighbours.

Make Your Destination: Niagara

What distinguishes a terrific holiday destination?

Lots of stuff to see and do! Got That! Around N' About Niagara

Excellent hospitality services! Got That Too! Around N' About Niagara

Value for your dollar! Boy oh boy! Do We Got that!
(If you are traveling with US dollars, my oh my! Compared to our dollar (the loony) you're getting the bargain of a lifetime when you holiday, vacation, visit or travel Around N' About Niagara)

No matter how you define it, Niagara (The Peninsula) is one destination wonder after another.

Niagara Falls is the destination star its "The Falls". With great holiday fun attractions like Boat Tours, Casino, exquisite relaxing Niagara Parks and conservatories, breathtaking views from the escarpment and towers, theatre, exciting rides and many, many more fun things to see and do. To which, *Around N' About Niagara* magazine will take you (on and off the beaten tourist track).

Another leading destination *Around N' About Niagara* (The Peninsula) according to tourism reports is the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. It features attractions like the Shaw Festival, many historical locations and award winning wineries. There are quality hotels, Inns, bed and breakfast accommodations and fine restaurants to fill your needs. Plus loads of sightseeing and recreation activities that *Around N' About Niagara* magazine will guide you to.

Other attractions *Around N' About Niagara*
Destinations other than the "Falls" such as the Welland Canal, the Canal Centre Locks, on the Great Lakes gateway to the world where Lakers and ocean going ships climb up and down the Niagara Escarpment, in St.Catharines and Thorold.

Take in the Giant Art tour of Welland Mural Route with us, in the city of Welland.

Then there's the Niagara Wine Route, this tour will take you the length of the Niagara Peninsula, from the Niagara River west to the town of Grimsby and beyond.

Oh! We can't forget the Niagara River Parkway it's another interesting little jaunt (see: Niagara River Parkway), and Niagara's Freedom Trail and the Bruce Trail are rewarding experiences.

So, why don't we get on with it?
Your *Around N' About Niagara* vacation, trip, honeymoon, tour, holiday or whatever you call it? Just click on the community you want to visit. This will take you to where you'll find the fun stuff you want to see and do.

You'll find the details you want under clear subject headings in the applicable communities.

Can't decide?
Why the Niagara Peninsula?
(You ask with a puzzled frown {:~)

The best reason we can think of is...
(Replying with a pleasant smile;~)

We live here and we're nice people along with the other 375,000 or so residents on the peninsula.

Another is there are four wonderful seasons, the weather here in spring is nice and the colorful summer is great. The flowers are abundant foliage; grass, orchards and vineyards are lush and green.

Autumn is pleasantly warm and fantastically colorful to welcome the winter.

Winter weather is moderate with the pleasant opportunity to enjoy a variety of winter activities.

Overall the scenery is varied and pleasing to the eye.

And you won't be at a loss for things to do year round. There are a wide variety of things to see and do *Around N' About Niagara* (The Peninsula) for both the residents and travelers alike.

We've lived here for over 20 years and continue to discover new and wonderful things to see and do around n' about Niagara, the fascination is still alive.

*Around N' About Niagara* magazine will keep you up to date by email on the happenings, shopping, discounts and other news in our weekly *Postcard from Niagara* be sure to subscribe before you leave!

The most compelling reason for most of the holiday travel, vacations and honeymoons is the magnificent Niagara Falls Our *Attraction Central* here to enjoy in it's seasonal glory.

And the park system in Niagara is one of the best in the world.

If you're a history buff you'll discover stories facts about Niagara Fall from the earliest days of the exploration of North America.

And you'll find many Historical sights dating back to the war of 1812 and other area historic events.

Noteworthy News!
Now if you have an interest in photography, that's my forte, you'll find an outstanding variety of opportunities for photos.

To add change from the run of the mill travel guide Around N' About Niagara magazine will use the format of a travel photographer's assignment or it could be interpreted as an art photographer's strategy to add enjoyment to the planning of your tour and to your trip pleasure. Your Primary subject here is the majestic Niagara Falls (the water falls) and Around N' About Niagara travel radiates from the falls, each assignment will start from here our *Attractions Central* *The Falls*. You'll find subjects for photos ranging from the magnificent *Niagara Falls* and its diverse visitors as well as the other natural wonders of Niagara Parks and the people

Along with the natural outdoor wonder of Niagara Parks you'll have at your disposal some fantastic occasions for photos in the park's great conservatory facilities and the people.

Then get great pictures of the Welland Canal its activities, sights and the ships from around the world as they travel the locks up and down the Niagara Escarpment. As well you'll find terrific photography of other canal activities possible along the bike and walking paths, the people, scenery, and the birds at sunrise or, a sunny warm afternoon or evening.

Keeping in the nautical theme Lake Ontario and Lake Erie's peninsula shores offer a wide variety of interesting photo subjects along with the sport and boating action on their waters and the people.

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I know what you're thinking...
All this talk about opportunities for photos, pictures and photography where are all the pictures on this site? Every travel, vacation and holiday or magazine web site you visit is loaded to the hilt with images, what's going on here? Well, we're leaving the photography up to you, to impress your family, friends, neighbours and coworkers with your skill.
Watch for developing news (no pun intended ha ha!) on photos in *Around N' About Niagara* magazine, if you'd like to be kept up-to-date on up-coming photo developments (oops! I did it again) here in *Around N' About Niagara* magazine. Or, if you just want to receive our weekly *Around N' About Niagara Postcard* via email you're welcome to subscribe, if you haven't yet. It's Free!
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What more could you want on a fun tour *Around N' About Niagara*?
Maybe the fun of a carnival atmosphere, well you can have that too if you want it. You'll find it at Clifton Hill, only steps away from our *Attractions Central* that's Niagara Falls the Canadian Horseshoe Falls.

If you want more of this type of distraction from life's cares there's more fun stuff to see and do *Around N' About Niagara* check it out!

You'll find all the skinny on:
Attractions, Rides & Tours, Parks, Museums, Historical sights, Accommodations, Dining, Nightlife & The Arts, Shopping, Golfing, Outdoor Activities (like bicycling, hiking, fishing, camping and such), Festivals & Events, Wineries, Amusements and points of Interest, all in the *Around N' About Niagara* Communities listings

What's Where?
The sections outline below correspond to Communities in this Guide; communities and destinations that have their own site page are indicated on the navigation bar.

These site navigation headings will help you find the information you want, to help you plan, travel, holiday, tour and effectively shop and make your way around n' about Niagara destinations...

Oh! Canada
For first time visitors we have some background information lined up for you in our Oh! Canada (I am Canadian) page has no flowery government tourism blurbs just a bit of plain talk about Canada from a Canadian here around n' about in Niagara. From me to you, enjoy! By the way, we don't live in igloos anymore! And that's a fact!

City of Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls Ontario Canada is a holiday vacation travel destination celebrity. It's the most visited city Around N' About Niagara, not for the city itself but for one of the most popular attractions in the world *Niagara Falls* the Niagara river water falls the magnificent Canadian Horseshoe Falls and American Falls which happens to be where the city of Niagara Falls was located. We all should experience this exhilarating sight, first hand, at least once in a lifetime.

City of Port Colborne
Home of the longest lock and the Welland Canal's entrance and shipping gateway for ships from around world and the Great Lakes, a ship watchers dream location. A great boating holiday stop with extensive marina facilities for weekend sailors and others.

City of St Catharines
The Garden City with a history of agricultural settlement dating back to 1700 and still is one of the most productive fruit lands not only Around N' About Niagara, Ontario and Canada but in the world to this day.

The city is also home to the Welland Canal locks that allow the ships of Great Lake and the Oceans of the world to climb up and down the cliff of the Niagara Escarpment. This provides the shipping industry access to the heart of Canada and the United States of America by way of the St. Lawrence Seaway system. City of Welland
Known as the "Rose City" and home to the largest outdoor gallery in the world with 28 striking giant masterpieces making for an interesting photo tour of this and other exciting attractions in the stunning rose city.

Town of Fort Erie
Is a historic border town established in 1764 as a British outpost to keep the peace along the Niagara River. Nowadays this bustling town is one of the busiest border crossing points via the Peace Bridge to and from the United States of America.

Along with historic Old Fort Erie site there are many photo opportunities around n' about its communities, attractions like horse races and other fun stuff to see and do.

Town of Grimsby
Situated at the entrance to our Around N' About Niagara magazine communities news beat this attractive town offers an attractive route of century old stately homes to the centre of town. The surrounding picturesque countryside is doted with vineyards and orchards to and on the Escarpment. Take a relaxing tour of the area and its Lake Ontario beaches.

Town of Lincoln
An area between the city of St Catharine and the town of Grimsby nestled along the shores of Lake Ontario and the cliffs of the Niagara Escarpment west from Around N' About Niagara magazine *Attractions Central* and at the western end Niagara wine route providing great scenic picture opportunities while hiking, biking or driving the trails and roads between the communities of Jordon, Vineland and the Town of Beamsville with lots of stuff to see and do along the way.

Town of Niagara-on-the-lake
The community of Niagara-on-the-lake is the next most visited after our *Attractions Central* Niagara Falls. It will provide you with an abundance of historical and scenic photography occasions in the countryside and the town with a recorded history dating back to the 1600s. Build your Around N' About Niagara tour album with pictures of centuries old structures, historic sites and photos of its outstanding scenery. Oh! And don't forget to take in a Shaw Festival play while you're here.

Town of Pelham
This mainly rural municipality is centrally located on the Peninsula its beautiful lush rolling landscape is home to cash crop and livestock farms, riding stables, orchards and vineyards. An endless wealth of photography possibilities, animal pictures, scenery and attractions photos

City of Thorold
Known as Canada's *Canal City* take a hiking, biking or driving tour of this friendly city and the flight locks that enable the *Salties* and *Lakers* to climb up and down the (over 30 meter 300 foot) cliff of the Niagara Escarpment Get your own pictures of these ships navigating the locks. Take photos of these giants making their way up to central Canada and the United States of America and down heading to ports around the world by way of the St. Lawrence Seaway

Wainfleet
Is the largest township in the region and is mainly agricultural. Its location on the peninsula at the shores of Lake Erie offers a wide variety of outdoor activities to residents and visitors on the beaches also inland in variety parks campgrounds and conservation areas where you can apply your photography skills to your hearts content. West Lincoln
Is located centrally at the peninsulas western border geographically it is the largest of the regions municipalities with the smallest population. Take a meandering hike, bike and driving tour down the scenic back roads through the sprawling vegetable and grain crop farmlands. Let's go take some pictures.

Niagara Escarpment
Grab your photography and hiking gear for some exceptional sightseeing, birding and nature exploring Around N' About Niagara the length of the Peninsula on the escarpment. Take a day a week or a month and discover something new each day on this wonderfully diverse escarpment.

Welland Canal
Take to the canal tour hiking, biking or by car or a combination of these. Explore and take photographs the width of peninsula from Lake Ontario to Lake Erie and the cities, and hamlets along the canal. Get pictures of people at work at play, of animals, birds, flowers, ships from around the world and spectacular scenery Niagara River Parkway
Pack a lunch your photography gear and take a relaxing drive, hike or bicycle along the Niagara River from our *Attractions Central* while making your way to old Fort Erie and the town of Fort Erie take photos of the activities and wonderful countryside. Or head north to Fort George in Niagara-on-the-lake taking time to snap pictures of sights and people at play along the way

Niagara Wineries
No need to pack a lunch on this tour you'll be royally wined and dined whether as part of a group tour or making the rounds on your own by bicycle or car. The wineries tour could be a one day two winery tour or a one to two week holiday or a month long vacation destination visiting all Around N' About Niagara wineries talk about a fun happy times vacation! And the photographs WOW!

Festival & Events
Make it a getaway weekend to attend one of the many festivals and events Around N' About Niagara or fit in a series of them in your vacation plan while on holiday Around N' About Niagara and be sure to take a lot of pictures of the activities for your travel album and memories wall.

Around N' About Niagara - Lawrence's Choices
No two people will agree on what makes a perfect vacation, but it's fun and helpful to know what others think. We hope you'll have a chance to experience some of our choices yourself in Niagara. For detailed information about each entry, refer to the appropriate section heading. Historic Sites
I guess the must see sites here would have to be Old Fort Erie, and Fort George. Plus Queenston Heights Park with Major General Sir Isaac Brock and Laura Secord monuments on the escarpment over looking the historic battle ground, the Niagara River and Lake Ontario. All fantastic sites, once in a lifetime photo opportunities, that can provide memorable images to dress up any holiday album.

Destination: Niagara Falls, our *Attractions central*

Discovery of the century!
Originally discovered by explorers in 1679 it's now your turn to discover the magnificent Niagara River and Niagara Falls and the fun stuff to see and do Around N' About Niagara.

As mentioned before...
For this Around N' About Niagara magazine we're using The Falls as *Attractions Central* all other destinations Around N' About Niagara start from *Niagara Falls*

Remember when using this Around N' About Niagara magazine the driving directions and all distance measurements are from Niagara Falls - The Falls - The Horseshoe Falls is our *Attractions central*, our starting point, our ground zero, where we begin our Around N' About Niagara tour is that clear?

Niagara Falls is a natural wonder that's simply not to be missed. And that's a fact!

Located at the Canada USA (United States of America) border that is the Niagara River The Falls is...

15 km (9 mi) (down stream) south from the mouth of the Niagara River at Lake Ontario

16 km (10 mi) (upstream) north from the mouth of the Niagara River at Lake Erie

We'll begin our Around N' About Niagara Tour to fun stuff to see and do in communities through-out the Niagara Peninsula from this location (The Falls) at Queen Victoria Park and the Niagara River Parkway at the foot of Clifton Hill

Let's head for *The Falls* and your photo assignments should you decide to accept them (they will not self destruct after you read them or even if you decide not to accept one or more photo assignment).

At *The Falls* you'll find a variety of attractions, amusements, rides & tours, parks museums, historical sights, dining, accommodations.

Or...
We can head off to your favorite Around N' About Niagara holiday travel vacation destination...

See you there!