When you're planning your honeymoon, it's likely that you and your partner won't just want to go somewhere romantic: you'll want to spend the first days of married life in a setting that's unforgettably spectacular. A cosy New England cottage might do for some, but others might expect nothing more than world class excellence on their honeymoon - and rightly so! So if you're keen to spend your honeymoon in one of the most glamorous settings on the globe, take a trip to Niagara Falls, Ontario - the "honeymoon capital of the world".
As the largest waterfall in North America, Niagara Falls attracts over 20 million visitors a year and its refreshing scenescape and stunning greenery provide the perfect backdrop for a memorable honeymoon. In Niagara Falls, you'll find plenty for you and your partner to occupy yourselves with - whether you're both eager ornithologists or you simply want to party the night away in Niagara's exciting entertainment venues. For starters, pick up your "Official City of Niagara Falls Honeymoon Certificate" at the Niagara Falls Tourism Office, located on Robinson Street. This often gets the bride free admission into a range of Niagara's main attractions and can be kept as an enduring souvenir of your Niagara honeymoon.
Once you've familiarised yourself with Niagara's main tourist and historical areas, explore its beautiful Marina and discover the area's wealth of natural gardens. From the Parks Botanical Gardens and Niagara Parks Floral Showcase to the Oakes Garden Theatre, Niagara's serene green landscapes are sure to be a highlight of your honeymoon. And if you and your new spouse are particularly fond of the Great Outdoors, head towards the Niagara River Recreational Trail, a 56-kilometer paved path that's renowned as one of the best hiking and biking paths in the continent.
For a really romantic activity on your Niagara honeymoon, why not visit a winery? Niagara wineries can range from large-scale operations to smaller, family-run vineyards, and you'll even have the opportunity to sample the local wine through wine-tasting sessions. Niagara Ice Wine, for instance, is one of the region's most famous products, winning many global awards. Often, wineries will offer on-site restaurants, so you'll be able to taste Niagara wines alongside local dishes.
Afterwards, traverse the streets of Niagara to locate its premier nightclubs and after-dinner shows. With a variety of outdoor bistros, comedy clubs and casinos offering first-class entertainment and musical extravaganzas, you and your partner are sure to love what's on offer in Niagara Falls at night.
Of course, if you'd rather spend your honeymoon nights in a hotel, you'll be able to find a range of comfortable and romantic hotels in Niagara Falls in convenient locations. Having been accustomed to honeymoon travellers for many years, Niagara Falls' hotels will often provide their guests with a wide choice of luxury suites, offering king-size beds, round the clock room service and whirlpool tubs that are more than big enough to fit two people - so you may never have to leave the confines of your room!
Elisha Burberry is a freelance writer who loves her job and the occasional glass of red wine.
