Winter Wonderland!

Horseshoe Falls

We stay in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada two or three times a year. One of those trips is always made in January or February when there is rather nasty weather but this is one of the best times to view the powers of nature. The mist from the falls freezes on everything! Cars are coated with sheets of ice as are the sidewalks. The photo opportunities are amazing. Things slow down to a crawl including businesses. Yet is is one of the best trips we make!

Some attractions remain open and prices are greatly reduced to off-season rates. The butterfly conservatory, monastery, vineyards and other tourist attractions are always a pleasant diversion. There are tours of some of the larger attractions. Some of the restaurants have reduced hours as well but we have never had a problem finding good food that time of year. Still the biggest attractions are the Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side and the American Falls. Be warned, if you go during the winter months, have a lot of film or large memory card in your digital camera. Bring lots of warm clothing as you will need it and boots are a pretty good idea as well. Then be prepared to see the most amazing sights. You won't be disappointed!