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Twiggyish

Monday, June 30, 2003 - 02:35 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Just a suggestion:

Spongie, cabins and houses are easily rented for short periods of time. One year we rented an old farm house. It was quaint and very nice. It was a lot better than a hotel. We've also rented cabins in the past, too. (Which is quite fun) If you run a google search for cabin rentals or vacation houses in the areas you vist, they'll pull up.
Just a thought. Sounds like the area you are going to visit has a lot to do.

Oh and don't forget Bed and Breakfast places, too.

Corriecat

Monday, June 30, 2003 - 04:08 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
We went to Foxwoods last night and had a great time. The Cape is beautiful but the traffic is so bad during the summer weekends we tend to avoid it. One of our favorite places is Salem, MA which has lots to see including the House of the 7 Gables and the Witch Musuem. Another favorite is Newport, RI where you can take the beautiful cliff walk along the ocean past the building at Salve Regina College used for the house in Dark Shadows. The Canadian side of the falls is nicer. We got better deals on nicer hotels than on the American side.

Mak1

Monday, June 30, 2003 - 05:43 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I'm in northern Maine, and I agree with everything Mware suggested. Aquaboggin is the name of the water park she mentioned. Just down the street from it is Funtown USA, which has carnival rides, mini golf, a small haunted house, plus a nice waterpark. My kids always loved it. Both are on Rte. 1, which is the only way to see coastal Maine.

Acadia National Park has such awesome scenery. It will be crowded, of course. If you can time it right and be at Thunder Hole when the tide's coming in, it's spectacular. Bar Harbor has whale cruises running all the time. It's a picturesque tourist-oriented village with delicious fresh seafood. It is pricey there, though.

If when you're on Rte 1, just north of Ogunquit (in Wells), you happen to see The Maine Diner, it's worth a stop, even if you have to wait in line. It's small but has great family meals, service, and prices.

Our whole family enjoyed Boston's Aquarium and Science Museums, as well. One year our Girl Scout troop had a camp-in at the Science museum and got to see and learn things in greater detail. There were troops there from all over New England. It was fun except for the not sleeping part, lol.

My brother and his family just returned from a week in a rented cabin on Campobello Island. It doesn't sound like you'll get over that way, but just in case....don't miss the tour of FDR's summer home. It's interesting and the scenery, again, is fabulous.

If you are on the interstate in northern Maine, you'll be passing within 20 minutes of my house when you reach the Medway exit. There's a good family restaurant in Medway, called Ruthie's, just a few minutes off the exit.

You asked for ideas, and you're getting such good ones. The hard part will be selecting your favorites and fitting them into 2 weeks.

Yes, Mware, a New England TVCH meeting in August could happen!

<nice seeing you here, symbol man, and as always, you are selflessly helping others...there are truly no bounds to your greatness>

Twinkie

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 01:26 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Sorry I'm late getting to this thread. Bob, definitely see the Canadian side of the Falls and along with the Maid of the Mist trip you should also do the Cave of the Winds. You actually go behind the Falls. I live 20 minutes from the Canadian Falls so if you want a TVCH meeting I'd be happy to meet you there. Also if you happen to be there on a Friday night you should eat late at the Skylon tower and watch the fireworks over the Falls. It will probably be the only time you will see fireworks from above the fireworks. Its a very impressive view of fireworks and the Falls.(This only happens during the summer.) The Skylon has great food and its all you can eat buffet. Every seat has an awesome view of the Falls. We usually go there for dinner at least twice a year. As Bastable said, there are great prices on hotel rooms.

Bastable, why didn't you let me know you were there?? Geez, hubby and I could have hooked up with you for at least a drink!

Bastable

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 08:38 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Twinkie, I was only there for a day and a half! I was sort of working, so don't feel bad... it wasn't a social visit. I had to visit about 15 attractions in that 95-degree heat. Exhausting!

But I think the Cave of the Winds is now called Journey Behind the Falls. Am I wrong about that?

I can tell you to avoid the Adventure Dome, the Mystery Maze, Fun House, Haunted House, and the IMAX movie is questionable, though the daredevil exhibit after it is interesting. And the floral clock is broken right now--the second hand is missing.

Curiouscat

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 09:51 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Yes, it's Journey Behind the Falls now. When I went in late December I went "behind the Falls". It's limited viewing (couldn't go on the outside deck), but the price was also reduced. It's very interesting to see in the winter, because the railing, trees, etc. get thickly iced over right there at the Falls. Even at that hotel I mentioned above, they said to park underground or else the mist from the Falls will put a thick layer of ice on the car overnight. With some hotels offering rooms with fireplaces (and reduced prices in the winter), it makes for a nice romantic getaway.

Twinkie

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 10:34 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Bastable, you are forgiven.
And you are so right about the stuff you listed to avoid.
Curiouscat, the Journey Behind the Falls is only limited viewing in the wintertime. The outside deck is much too dangerous when covered with ice.

Bob2112

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 01:52 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks for all the input from everybody. We will need a few days to sort through it all, find places on a map and do some research, but then I'm sure I'll be back with more questions. Please feel free to keep throwing out thoughts and ideas.

Mrs. Sponge has found a place she likes on the US side of the falls, but we certainly plan to spend most of the day on the Canadian side and do both the Maid of The Mist and Journey Behind the Falls.

Neko, Sponge Jr. is all about flattening pennies and I'm sure he will add quite a bit more to his collection this trip!

Thanks again! Once we have an itinerary, we can work on possible TVCH meetings. :)

Jed245

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 01:55 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
bob you can goto OH wait...er sorry :o)

Sherbabe

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 08:16 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I am so envious. Nova Scotia has always been one of my dream trips that I would love to do someday. Have a great time, Sponge Family.

Egbok

Tuesday, July 01, 2003 - 09:28 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Wait...how did I miss this thread? Awww golly gee, I missed an opportunity to tell Bob where to go....<snaps fingers in disgust>

Ithe Sponge!

Have fun planning your trip!

Halfunit

Wednesday, July 02, 2003 - 04:09 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
The Witch Museum in Salem, MA, was a ton of fun. I saw Plymouth Rock, and while historically interesting, it was a bit of a let down size wise, lol.

Heyltslori

Wednesday, July 02, 2003 - 04:14 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Don'tcha hate it when that happens Half?

Curiouscat

Wednesday, July 02, 2003 - 04:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Another place crossed my mind not far from Niagara Falls, Bob. I've never been, but have always wanted to go to Six Flags Darien Lake in New York.

Halfunit

Wednesday, July 02, 2003 - 05:09 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Lori - Are you also suffering from the "That's it? Syndrome"?

Heyltslori

Wednesday, July 02, 2003 - 08:47 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
LOL Half!

Schoolmarm

Thursday, July 03, 2003 - 07:13 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Just got back from Rochester, New York. Lots to do there, such as Erie Canal, Eastman School of Music, Eastman Kodak, Eastman House (see a pattern here?) Lake Erie, lots of Museums, and my favorite rib joint in town...Dinasaur BBQ. I'll be back four days after I return from Munich.

The Finger Lakes are a bit south and are lovely. I really like Niagara-on-the-Lake, north of Niagara Falls. Lots of wineries, boats and cute little shops.

Boy was I tempted to invade Twinkie's house to watch Amazing Race tonight, but alas, I was in Rochester for work and I'm on a tight (just home to throw different clothes in the suitcase) timeline.

If you like gambling, there are nice Casinos near Niagara. You can get cheap gas and cigarettes at the reservation...ask Twinkie where it is.

I'm assuming that you are going on I-90. Have a stop at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. Oh, the baseball hall of fame is in Cooperstown, NY, and the little league hall of fame is in Williamsport PA. If you are going on I-80, you will go past my house. Please scare the burglers away, as I will still be in Germany. I-80 is a straight shot into Manhattan on the Geaorge Washington Bridge. If you are not going into Manhattan and going to New England, then go north and take the Tappen Zee bridge.

Patichou

Thursday, July 03, 2003 - 08:48 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
HI
I haven't posted here in about 2 years had to re-register but, I live in Portland, Maine. This year we have over 60 Lighthouses about 10 feet tall all over the city. They will be auctioned at a later date.They are all decorated differently. You can go to the Portland Maine website. It's worth a look. I am VERY proud of our city.
Maine is beautiful Boothbay Harbor is nice but... Go to Damariscotta Eat a lobster roll at Red's in Wiscassett. It's the best.
If you can, go to PEI (I am in JUly) my family comes from there. It is stunning.Nova Scotia is great Cabot trail is perfect for a family trip.
Sorry to ramble

Max

Thursday, July 03, 2003 - 08:58 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Patichou,
Those lighthouses sound really cool. A very nice local variation of the cow thing that has hit so many cities (including Portland, Oregon near where I am). :) Can you post a link so we can see them?

Twinkie

Thursday, July 03, 2003 - 11:42 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Guess what animal Buffalo auctions off every summer? LOL There are usually about 50-60 buffalos painted/decorated by local artists. They are all over the place! When they start going up I'll post some pics.

Patichou

Monday, July 07, 2003 - 10:06 am EditMoveDeleteIP
phew this was exhausting to find but..... Go to thebigparade.com and check out the photo gallery. They are so cool!!!
I have no Idea how to do a link We were excited to get these in Maine. The charities had to get up big bucks for it.
Oh well my favorite is Havens candy's lighthouse,
Sorry this took so long

Susan

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Reiki

Monday, July 07, 2003 - 02:30 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks for the info Patichou. My sister loves lighthouses so this will be a definite must on our trip in early August.

Curiouscat

Monday, August 04, 2003 - 02:38 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Hi Bob! I was just thinking, you'll be going sometime this month and came to this thread to see when you're leaving. Only 10 days to go until your vacation. How's the itinerary shaping up? I hope you and the family have a great time :)

Babyruth

Monday, August 04, 2003 - 05:46 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Hey, Spongie! Are you heading to Niagra Falls through Ontario? Are you passing thru SE Michigan on I-94? :)

Urgrace

Tuesday, August 05, 2003 - 05:30 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Nice try BR. We tried to get Bob to the August 23 meeting in Michigan, but he will still be having fun east of there! Maybe you can coax them to drop by on the way home.

Happy trails Bob and family!