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9Jul/10Off

Savour Niagara Flavours

Back in February I posted about a promotion that Buchanans (part of the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls) was having with $5 wines and appetizers. The other day I received an ad for the same promotion. You can view it below or download a PDF (around 400kb) in higher quality.

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21May/10Off

Protest during Stephen Harper’s visit to the Doubletree

Along with the groundbreaking ceremony for the Niagara Falls History Museum, Prime Minister Stephen Harper was also at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls. I didn’t know he was going to be there, but as I was out for a walk, I passed by. There were lots of police cars around and quite a few cars in the convoy. On the sidewalk on both sides of the hotel there were also a couple of marijuana activists.

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7May/10Off

Jokes from Doubletree kids menu

I wrote earlier this week about our nice stay at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls. We had dinner at Buchanans, and we thought some of the jokes on the kids menu were funny. Here are all of the jokes:

Q: What did the tree where to the pool party?
A: Swimming trunks

Q: What did the beaver say to the tree?
A: It’s been nice gnawing you

Q: Why did the leaf go to the doctor?
A: It was feeling green

Q: What is a tree’s least favorite month?
A: Sep-timber!

Q: What kind of tree can fit into your hand?
A: A palm tree

Q: How do trees get on the internet?
A: They “log” in

Q: What’s a tree’s favorite drink?
A: Rootbeer

Q: Why is it better to have a tree in your house than a dog?
A: It’s bark won’t bother the neighbours

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4May/10Off

Our latest stay at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls

In the middle of April, I had the opportunity to stay at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls with my family. We had stayed there about 2 1/2 years ago (see here, here, and here), and enjoyed it quite a bit. It seemed that almost every time we drove into Niagara Falls and we saw the Doubletree, my kids would always ask when we could stay again. Our stay this time was just as enjoyable as before.

We checked in around 4 pm and were greeted by friendly staff. My kids loved the warm chocolate chip cookies. They also each got a very nice kids backpack (the kind that only has one strap), a Frisbee, a hacky sack, binoculars and more. The binoculars were just these little plastic things, but they worked, and the kids loved them. In fact, they had them out yesterday playing with them. The backpack had the Doubletree name on it, but I’m not sure if all kids get them or if you only get it with certain rooms/packages.

As indicated before (it was the same room as last time… 1901), the room was huge, and beautiful. All of the features that were there before, were still there. There were 2 king-size beds, as well as a pull-out couch. The WiFi Internet worked well. The rooms were quiet, and provided a great view of both the Falls and the city.

After checking out our room, we got changed and headed down to the pool. We were the only ones there, which is probably good since my kids are pretty loud! The pool is a saltwater pool, which I thought might be a problem for the kids (not used to it), but I think they liked it better as there was no complaining afterward of stinging eyes or itchy skin. We same for around an hour, and then headed to Buchanans for dinner.

My wife had the Panko Crusted Chicken and I had a beautiful T-Bone Steak. I wasn’t much of a steak connoisseur before going to Buchanans last time. However, my steak last time was so good, that now I love a good steak. The kids meal menu is pretty good as well. One of my children had the cheeseburger and complained that it was too big. The macaroni and cheese was a big hit with another, and the chicken tenders were enjoyed by our youngest. We all had pop or juice to drink. The kids each got an ice cream sundae with their dinner. My wife and I opted not to have anything.

After dinner we headed down to Clifton Hill. We went to a couple of attractions and got some more ice cream. We then stopped at 7-11 on the way back to the hotel for the kids to get a couple of treats.

After a wonderful night sleep, we got up and went back to Buchanans for breakfast. I’ve been told that their breakfast buffet is incredible, but at this time of year it is only available on weekends, so we missed out again. The regular breakfast menu is still excellent, and comes with huge portions. My 7-year-old son usually has 2 eggs when he has breakfast at home. We were going to order him one of the meals that came with one egg. We were worried that it wouldn’t be enough, so we asked for a second scrambled egg. When the meal came, once again my son complained about getting too much. The plate was half full of eggs. We joked that if that was 2 eggs, they must be ostrich eggs! Between us, we had eggs, toast, bagels, and juice. We were all quite full, but ready to go swimming again.

Since the pool is such a big hit with the kids, that is what we finished off with. We swam for another hour or so, and then went up to the room to shower, change, and get our things together.

As always, I took some pictures. You can see thumbnails below, and then view the entire collection and full versions in the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls in Spring 2010 image gallery.

Note: there are now 2,950 total images in the Niagara Falls Image Gallery.





I had intended to take several videos, but was having too much fun. I did get an HD video of the pool area which you can see on YouTube or below.

Click here to view the embedded video.

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21Apr/10Off

Summer Couples and Family Packages at Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton

On Monday I received this information from the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls:

Explore Niagara Falls with the ones you love! Niagara Falls Hotel Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton offer Summer Couples and Family Packages. The Summer Couples Package includes a $50 dinner voucher for Buchanans Chophouse (on-site), two adults Niagara Parks Adventure Passes which includes admission to Journey behind the Falls, Niagaras Fury, Maid of the Mist, White Water Walk and two day People Mover transportation. This package includes a full breakfast for two adults, two mornings. Also includes discount coupons for Butterfly Conservatory and Whirlpool Aero Car. From $204/night CAD.

Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton
6039 Fallsview Blvd
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada L2G 3V6
Tel: 905-358-3817
Fax: 905-358-3680
www.niagarafallsdoubletree.com

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9Apr/10Off

Another slow week (or more) of posting

I’m on vacation again now until about 10 days from now, so there probably won’t be a lot of postings. Actually, I do have a fair number already scheduled (including this one), so you might not even notice I’m gone :-)

While I’m off, I will be doing a couple of Niagara Falls-related things. On the night of the 15th my family is staying at the Doubletree. We’re looking forward to it. Also, sometime while I’m off I’ll be hooking up with regular blog commentor Adam who runs SocialMediaNiagara.com for an interview. Fun!

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8Feb/10Off

“Savour Niagara”

Last week I received this information from the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls:

Buchanans Chophouse located in the Doubletree Niagara Falls Hotel has just launched a new menu offering a selection of five $5 Appetizers and five $5 VQA Niagara Region Wines by the Glass. This menu is available daily from noon – closing, dine-in only. Buchanans offers casual fine dining with a fresh, regional flair. At this stylish steakhouse, chophouse favourites are skillfully prepared – New York Steak, rib eye steak, rack of lamb, Angus fillet of beef, plus an ever-changing Market Menu featuring seafood, pasta and chicken selections. VQA Award of Excellence wine list. Lunch from $12-14, Dinner from $24. Live dinner music most Fridays, call for details – 905-353-4111. Complimentary on-site parking. For directions and additional contact information visit them at www.niagarafallsdoubletree.com

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29Oct/09Off

Doug Gilmour visited spa at Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton

Last week I received the following information from the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton:

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Doug Gilmour, former NHL Toronto Maple Leaf Captain and one of NHL’s most beloved player recently visited the Five Lakes Spa AVEDA at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls. Mrs. Gilmour enjoyed an Elemental Nature Therapeutic Massage. This service begins with the AVEDA elemental Nature aroma sensory journey. Registered Massage Therapists will use a variety of massage techniques to ease sore muscles, increase circulation and relieve the body of stress and tension. This customized treatment is based on lifestyle, occupation and therapeutic needs. $85 for 55 minutes, $135 for 85 minutes. Contact Five Lakes Spa AVEDA directly at 905-353-4100, located at 6039 Fallsview Blvd., Niagara Falls.

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29Oct/09Off

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Last week I received the following information from the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton:

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Doug Gilmour, former NHL Toronto Maple Leaf Captain and one of NHL’s most beloved player recently visited the Five Lakes Spa AVEDA at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton – Niagara Falls. Mrs. Gilmour enjoyed an Elemental Nature Therapeutic Massage. This service begins with the AVEDA elemental Nature aroma sensory journey. Registered Massage Therapists will use a variety of massage techniques to ease sore muscles, increase circulation and relieve the body of stress and tension. This customized treatment is based on lifestyle, occupation and therapeutic needs. $85 for 55 minutes, $135 for 85 minutes. Contact Five Lakes Spa AVEDA directly at 905-353-4100, located at 6039 Fallsview Blvd., Niagara Falls.

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23Oct/09Off

More Sleep Cheap 2009 information

The City of Niagara Falls also had a media release about the Niagara Falls 2009 Sleep Cheap, Charities Reap event (the release was titled 5th Annual Sleep Cheap Reservation Date Announced):

The waiting is over! Reservations for the 5th Annual Sleep Cheap Charities Reap event can be made starting Friday October 23, 2009 at 8:00 a.m. Sleep Cheap Charities Reap will take place over four nights from Monday, November 9 to Thursday, November 12, 2009. Room rates for this year are: $35 per night for a standard room, $45 for a Fallsview room, $65 for a whirlpool room, and $85 for a room with access to a waterpark.

Twenty-eight of Niagara’s finest hotels will offer their rooms to Niagara Region residents only to benefit local charities. New to Sleep Cheap this year are the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa by Hilton and the Niagara Falls Baymont Inn & Suites.

A few of my own thoughts/observations/questions:

  • It’s good to see some new hotels participating
  • Why is the Great Wolf Lodge participating? I’m sure they have their reasons, but ultimately it looks bad since they participated before
  • I like the idea of some attractions participating. I wonder if in the future, attractions on Clifton Hill will be included
  • I don’t think my family will be taking advantage of this at all this year
  • I never did post my experience last year at the Americana. I will do so soon
  • This is a fantastic promotion, and raises a lot of money for charity. Good job Niagara Falls!

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