If you are tired of winter ski trips and lazy beach summer holidays, then we suggest you set off on a new type of journey and discover the culture freak and history buff inside you. In the following selection of 5 historic bed & breakfast in Niagara, you can revel in the bygone eras charming ambiance without missing out on luxury comforts.
Read More...10 Niagara-on-the-Lake B&B’s with Almost Perfect Scores on Booking.com
Booking.com is one of the most widely used travel websites with over 1.2 million properties and just as many bookings per day. Bed and Breakfast Niagara has partnered with Booking.com’s to bring to you bed and breakfast, wineries, food and other travel information related to the Niagara-on-the-Lake region in Ontario. It’s safe, easy and includes […]
Read More...Niagara Falls in Winter
In Niagara, winter is a time of contrasts. It is a season of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. One day the earth is covered with a pristine blanket of virgin snow, everything exuding a serene innocence and elegance. But the next day, mild weather brings melting and slush. Now everything is drab in the winter […]
Read More...10 Wineries You Should Visit on your Trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake
1. Peller Estates Winery Peller Estates Winery is arguably one of the most beautiful wineries in the area, offering stunning views of the Niagara Escarpment and surrounding countryside. Reminiscent of an Old World French chateau, this impressive winery is set majestically amongst 25-acres of lush vineyards. The winery is beautifully constructed, and features a grand foyer […]
Read More...Niagara Falls Daredevils Who Risked Their Lives
The first barrel trip over the Falls was made by Annie Edson Taylor, a school teacher from Bay City Michigan, on October 4, 1901. Annie’s barrel was curiously constructed, tapered almost to a point at the bottom and bound with metal hoops. It was padded with pillows and had a 45.4 kg (100 lb.) anvil in its bottom to keep it upright as it floated downriver.
Read More...The Secret About Niagara-on-the-Lake is Out
The Community One of 12 municipalities in the Niagara Region, the Town of Niagara– on-the-Lake spans 134 square kilometres of prime agricultural, residential and commercial land and is home to 15,400 people residing in the communities of Historic Old Town, Queenston, St. Davids, Virgil, Glendale and the surrounding rural areas. As the First Capital of […]
Read More...The Early History of Europeans in the Niagara Area
First Explorers The first written mention of Niagara Falls was made by Jacques Cartier who left France in May of 15 35 on an exploration journey. Reaching the St. Lawrence River he named it after the Saint of the same name. Here he enquired of the Indians about the source of the river and was […]
Read More...Places to Hike in Niagara That Will Blow Your Mind
The name Niagara Glen conjures up visions of a pleasant, peaceful glade. This image is reasonably accurate so long as you stay in the picnic area above the cliff.
Read More...Why Ontario is Perfect for Growing Wine
Ontario produces the largest percentage of Canada’s homegrown wine from approximately 15,000 acres of wine grape vineyards.
Read More...A Simple Wine Tasting Guide
Choosing a wine glass A good tasting glass is made of clear glass so that you can view the content easily. The stem has to be long enough for a comfortable grip without touching the bowl, and the foot wide enough to give a firm base. Careful washing and drying the glasses are important. If […]
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