Every year, Niagara Falls in Ontario, Canada and New York, U.S., attract over 50,000 newlyweds on their honeymoons – no matter what season. No wonder Niagara Falls is called, “the honeymoon capital of the world!” Read more about how the Niagara area became such a popular honeymoon destination and what there is to do when you’re visiting!
Quel Romantique!
There’s no doubt you’ve heard of Napoleon Bonaparte, the famous French general during the French Revolution. It was his brother, Jerome Bonaparte, who came to visit the falls with his bride in the early 1800’s, just when the falls were becoming a popular tourist attraction amongst many in the new world.
Similarly, it was Samuel de Champlain who was one of the first Europeans to see the falls, which he described as a set of “spectacular waterfalls” about 200 years before Bonaparte. The result of many reports from members of rich well-to-do Europeans was one of the biggest influences in propagating the popular tourist attraction that is Niagara Falls today.
Visiting Niagara Falls Today
High season from May to October, honeymooners flock from all over the world to see the natural wonder, experience the romance, have picnics and take walks on Niagara’s streets. Many Europeans visit for weddings and honeymoons. Because of its proximity to the United States – Canada border, many homosexual couples also flock to Niagara Falls’ Canadian side to get married.
Niagara Falls Attractions
Try the Journey Behind the Falls tour to see what it looks like behind a ton of rushing water. Or, see it from below and ride the Maid of the Mist Boat that travels across the bottom of the falls and right up close. The tour comes complete with a poncho to keep you dry from the mist of the falls.
Family fun? Visit Marineland, just a few minutes from the falls. This marine amusement park features roller coaster rides, educational marine learning and dolphins, beluga whales and killer whales – you may even be lucky enough to get a kiss from one of these little guys!
There’s always Clifton Hill, the dining and entertainment district of Niagara. A carnival-like, fun filled street with bright lights, a huge Ferris wheel, clubs, restaurants, mini golf, Guinness World Records, Ripley’s Believe it or Not, Skylon towers, haunted houses and roller coasters. Don’t forget the huge Hershey’s store, Coca-Cola shop and Fudge Factory!
For those who are 19 and older, visit Casino Niagara or Niagara’s Fallsview Casino Resort, located in the heart of Niagara Falls’ bustling water-side town. With slots, table games, poker and the usual food-filled casino buffet, there’s a little bit of Las Vegas flavour in Niagara.
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