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Why Niagara Falls´ ´Screaming Tunnel´ is one of ´10 of the Most Haunted Places to Visit Around the World´

Mhsheikholeslami On the edge of town and just 125 feet long, this limestone-brick drainage tunnel built in the early 20th century, and its supernatural reputation comes from the legend of a young girl who died from burns in here; there are variations on the story - that she was set ablaze in a nearby farmhouse fire and died of her burns after fleeing here, that she was set on fire by her own father here as a result of a vicious divorce and custody battle, that she was raped in here and her body…

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6 of Montreal´s top hotels

Another Believer One of Canada´s most colorful and culturally fascinating cities also offers a full and varied menu of lodging options, from budget to ultra luxe. Although there´s so much to choose from, for various reasons here are a half dozen that particularly stand out: read post

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The Top 8 Musts of Toronto

Canada´s most populous city (around 2.8 million, metro area 6.7 million) as well as the fourth largest by population in North America is wonderfully diverse and offers visitors a wide and varied menu. There are far more than eight great things to see and do in Toronto, but these are the absolute musts: read post

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2 Canadian ranches in 'Fall for North America on these 8 Horse Ranch Holidays'

@danielles_lens There is no better place in which to snap autumn's kaleidoscope of colours than the USA and Canada. At this time of year, its larger-than-life landscapes bathe in a sea of fiery reds, brilliant oranges and shimmering golds, and there are plenty more options than New England. Best of all, you can take in these spellbinding 360-degree views from the saddle. Leading riding holiday specialist Ranch Rider has selected seven properties (the list includes working, guest, dude, and…

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Tripatini September 10, 2010 at 10:05pm

Autumn is almost upon us, and that means apples and cider! Get juicy details on Quebec's Route du Cidre on the Tripatini blog.
Donna September 10, 2010 at 6:55pm

Hi - I would like to submit an article on Top 10 Reasons to Visit Montreal.
If anyone has any thoughts on what publications might be interested, kindly let me know.
Dawn
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David Lawrence August 20, 2010 at 11:09pm

Coupla hundred miles north of us, Canadian doctors have issued a warning about transplant tourism. They say that you're likely to get an organ that the hospitals didn't get in a fair way. Anyone here seen 'Dirty Pretty things'?
Casa Del Soul August 11, 2010 at 9:27am

"Casa De Soul" in San Juan Del Sur,Nicaragua welcomes all Canadians down to stay and will offer a 15% discount to all Canadians. www.casadelsoul.info RATED #1 in "Specialty Lodging" by www.tripadvisor.com

Casa del Soul - Exclusive Resort Hideaway - San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua

Located right next to San Juan Del Sur, 8 minutes away, on beautiful Nacascolo Bay. Situated just 200 feet from the ocean, Casa del Soul commands an…
Allan Lynch July 15, 2010 at 4:20pm

Ed - I read that report. It's a crock. I think it's just a way to get your name in the press.

Canada never sold itself as the destination where your dollar went further. We never had a campaign that said you can get a 30-40-50% high season discount thanks to currency exchange rates. Now that the exchange is just a few cents on the dollar (in the US favour) I don't think it's a valid excuse. All Americans I meet think of a dollar as a dollar. They don't spend their days thinking a Canadian dollar is worth this, a Bermudian dollar is this ...

Like all travel, the discount available to you will depend on your ability to negotiate. And while you might pay a bit more for one aspect of your trip, there are always ways to shave costs elsewhere without feeling like you've had to make a massive compromise.

And what Americans don't understand is that we view prices differently. To begin with, we, like the Brits, are traditionally a little more frugal. We don't have the cheap airfares you do, so we resist paying huge amounts for hotels and meals and experiences. I think if you matched a five-star US resort with a five-star Canadian resort you may find bargains. If the price is close, then look at what is included or possible for next to little extra cost and it should still look affordable.

I don't think we've ever really wanted to be the discount destination. I think we prefer to sell ourselves on merit, quality of experience and value for money, plus fun, safety and stability.
Ed Wetschler July 15, 2010 at 4:06pm

Hotwire reports that tourism is down in Canada because of the stronger Canadian dollar, so many hotels etc. are offering discounts and deals. That's great for Canadians who are vacationing domestically, but if you're an American or Brit (etc.), are the discounts deep enough to make up for the currency exchange rates?
Darryl Musick July 15, 2010 at 12:55am

Time for another Transit Report. Toronto, it's your turn today at The World on Wheels: http://tinyurl.com/3xcacsy

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…
Darryl Musick July 12, 2010 at 7:51pm

Judy, we must have been there on a good day then. Our boat was less than half full, maybe 30 people. There was no problem getting a spot on the bow at all. As I said in the report, I wasn't expecting to like the place but I was wrong. The falls are definitely a place to see. We did have ice cream someplace there, but the name escapes me. Pretty good too.
Judy Hammond July 12, 2010 at 6:50pm

Barbara is absolutely right. A visit to Niagara Falls is worth it!! I love the Maid of the Mist. Okay, so you'll feel a bit like cattle being herded on to the boat in your blue rain ponchos but the ride is worth it. The boat goes right up to the base of the falls. Stand in the bow if it's a hot day and get cooled off by the falls' spray. One of my fave ice cream places is in Niagara Falls too- Italian Ice Cream on Victoria Ave. Best homemade gelato this side of the Atlantic!!