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Niagara Beyond The Falls: Autumn / Fall Festivals & Wine Events (September – October)

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Fall in Niagara, swaps summer’s heat for crisp air, colourful leaves and some of the region’s best events. We’ve lived here forever and still get giddy for harvest season – think ribs, wine and cozy festivals. The entire Niagara Region is renowned for its vibrant wine festivals that celebrate the area’s rich wine culture and stunning landscapes.

Here’s a detailed guide to some of the top wine festivals in the Niagara region, including key events, prices, parking, and tips on how to make the most of your visit. Read More

Nicholas Harvey: Diving Deeper into Adventure, Mystery, and High-Stakes Thrills

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Way back in 2017, we introduced you to the vivid underwater world of Twelve Mile Bank — the debut novel from British-born, nomad author, friend and diver Nicholas Harvey. In that blog post, we wrote about how Nicholas’ real-life diving passion collided with storytelling, resulting in a fast-paced mystery that hooked us (pun intended) right from the start.

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Top 10 Things To Do In Dinant, Belgium (only 90 minutes from the Spa-Francorchamps Racetrack)

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If you have some more spare time before or after visiting the Spa-Francorchamps Racetrack, we highly recommend a trip down the road to the town of Dinant – birthplace of the saxophone! We’ve spend several days in the area and can assure you – it’s well worth taking more time to stay in the region because there is lots to see and do – even if the Belgian tourism people don’t want you to know about it, but we’ll help you out!

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Heading To Niagara Falls Ontario? Discover Hidden Gems Just Off The QEW

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Many people visit Toronto, but never take the time to drive an hour or so down the road to see one of the “Seven Natural Wonders Of The World” – Niagara Falls. Having spent most of our lives in the Niagara Region, we take it for granted, but to a large extent we completely ignore Niagara Falls. Although the falls are spectacular and millions of people visit them every year – there’s so much more to do in the area it should be considered a part of your trip – and not the sole reason for it. Read More

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Why You Should Avoid Hotel Drinking Glasses (And What To Use Instead)

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If you’ve ever stayed in a hotel, you probably assume that the room has been cleaned before you arrive. Fresh sheets, vacuumed carpets, and a wiped-down bathroom – seems reasonable, right? Well, brace yourself, because hotel drinking glasses hygiene might surprise you…you may want to think twice before using that seemingly innocent drinking glass sitting next to the sink. Read More

U.S. Residents Have New Baggage & ID Requirements In Order To Fly Starting in May 2025

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We’ve already covered the new travel restrictions/requirements if you’re heading to Europe and the UK this year (link below), but the USA have also strengthened their domestic travel requirements – and not just for flying either. Here is a breakdown of some of the new requirements for U.S. Residents. The most important one is REAL ID that starts May 7, 2025. According to TSA, the new travel requirement will be strictly enforced. Read More

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Henry Ford’s Greenfield Village – A Step Back In Time

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Henry Ford was concerned that the rapid pace of technological progress was threatening to erase America’s cultural heritage, and his desire was to make Greenfield Village a living museum that would showcase American life, history, and traditions – to provide a sense of connection to the past for future generations.

Spanning over 80 acres, Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan is a sprawling outdoor museum – it’s a step back in time where you can explore restored buildings from different periods in American history – from Thomas Edison’s lab to the Wright Brothers’ workshop, historical homes and shops. It’s a living, breathing re-creation of American history. Read More