Journeys and destinations...

The allure of Niagara Falls is timeless, drawing in millions of visitors each year to witness the breathtaking natural wonder that straddles the border between Canada and the United States .  The Horseshoe Falls and the American Falls are two of the three waterfalls collectively known as Niagara Falls. My recent trip to the Canadian side of the falls was nothing short of awe-inspiring, packed with unforgettable experiences that showcased the raw power and beauty of this iconic destination. Arrival at Niagara Falls Niagara Falls is also the name of the city located on the Canadian side of the famous waterfalls. The journey began with an early morning bus ride from Toronto. T he anticipation of seeing the falls up close mounted with every passing minute. The bus stopped right in front of the falls & what a sight it was! We had booked a room at Niagara Falls Marriott Fallsview Hotel & Spa with a view of the falls. It was money spent well. This was the panoramic view from the ho

After our trip to Iceland we were looking for the next destination to match the natural beauty of Iceland. I came across some pictures from Norway & started looking into the possible places to cover and things to do. Norway looked promising with not just natural beauty but also many new activities for us to do. The summer and winter activities were quite different. I am drawn more to the cold snowy places after living in western India most of my life. So, after experiencing the mid-night sun in Iceland in summer we got ready to face the polar nights of the Arctic Norway in winter. T his trip was before the covid chaos and regulations so it was a good time to travel. We visited three cities -  Tromsø Bergen Oslo Tromsø We began our trip from Tromsø in the north of Norway on 23rd December. It is located in the arctic  circle  and one of the best places to witness the  magnificent  northern lights. The weather was stormy and the temperature was -10 °C   on the day we landed. Neverth