http://traveladventurereview.com This blog will have vacation reviews and helpful hints for things to do and not do for a given location Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:24:03 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The picture to the left is Horseshoe Falls. It was taken from the Skylon Tower on their observation deck. This page documents some of the attractions of Niagara Falls Ontario.       Here is a list of things-to-do and comments on the ones I had time to visit: Bird Kingdom is a fantastic place ... http://traveladventurereview.com/view/niagara-falls-ontario   The Sterling Inn & Spa ia a great hotel.  We stayed there for three nights during the winter season.  The room was exceptional for the price.  It had a kitchenett (no microwave).   A bathroom that I wish I could have taken home with me.  A king size bed with an LCD ... http://traveladventurereview.com/accomodations/sterling-inn-spa When in Washington DC, try to visit the Federal Bureau of Engraving.  It is incredible to watch how quick money is printed.   They do not allow photography of the actual engraving progress.  However, they do allow pictures in the gift shop.  Would you like to have $100,000 cash?  So would I.  ... http://traveladventurereview.com/museum/bureau-of-engraving The Bird Kingdom at the Niagara Falls Aviary has over 400 free flying birds for your viewing pleasure.  I did not expect much when visiting this place and I was blown away.  It is immaculate and everyone will enjoy visiting this place.  There were many species of birds, Macaws, Lorikeets, toucans, ... http://traveladventurereview.com/animals-like-zoo/bird-kingdom-niagara The Navy Pier hosts many events throughout the year.  Check the Navy Pier Website for the latest schedule.  Throughout the summer months, they usually have fireworks for vistors to see.  It's a great way to spend one of the nights while you are in Chicago.  There is a tremendously sized ferris ... http://traveladventurereview.com/museum/navy-pier The Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago is incredible.  One of the best museums I have ever been in.  Make sure you visit this museum when you are in Chicago. The field museum has four main categories:  Anthropology Geology Zoology Botany The egyptian area was fascinating.  Walking through the tomb walls and seeing real mummies.  ... http://traveladventurereview.com/museum/field-museum-chicago Arlington Cemetery is located just out of Washington DC in Alexandria Virginia.  More than 300,000 people are buried at Arlington Cemetery.  The cemetery is huge, with over 600+ acres of land.  The trip to the cemetery was worth it.  Some of the places we visited was the Tomb of the Unknowns.  The changing of the ... http://traveladventurereview.com/monuments/arlington-cemetery The tomb of the unknown soldier is breath taking.  The changing of the guard was a display of our care and concern for Americas Soliders who have fallen during battle.   The tomb has been guarded 24 hours a day since April 6th, 1948.  The guard does not let down despite the weather.  ... http://traveladventurereview.com/monuments/tomb-of-the-unknown-soldier One year my family was running very short on funds.  My wife came up with the idea of going to Washington DC.  It was a wonderful vacation.  Washington DC has a lot to offer and best of all, most of the attractions are free.  All you have to do is write/call ... http://traveladventurereview.com/museum/washington-dc Chicago Go Card includes the Sears Tower in their offer for vacation discounts. The picture to the left and at the bottom were taken from the skydeck of the Sears Tower. The Sears Tower in Chicago is a magnificent building.  The Sky Deck View of the city and surrounding areas is simply incredible.  ... http://traveladventurereview.com/museum/sears-tower