Honeymoon Haven: Niagara Falls

For generations, honeymoon couples have been drawn to beautiful, dramatic, thundering Niagara Falls.

Alas, like many unique and popular places, Niagara Falls has gotten touristy and crowded. It's even tried to market itself as a family destination, which can put a crimp in the romantic vacation a honeymoon couple expects and deserves.

Still, everyone should see Niagara Falls at least once in a lifetime. To make the most out of your honeymoon or romantic vacation at the Falls, also see:

• Niagara Falls, Canada Lodging
  Hotels on the Canadian side tend to be more modern and luxurious than those in the USA.
• Niagara Fallsview Casino
  Opened in 2004, it features a 30-story hotel, spa, gaming floor, shopping galleries, restaurants, and wedding chapel.
• Niagara-on-the-Lake
  Just a 20-minute drive upriver from Niagara Falls, this scenic little town has all the charm that Niagara Falls lacks.

My advice: On your honeymoon or romantic vacation, definitely stop and see the Falls, have a romantic dinner at a restaurant overlooking this earthly marvel, spend perhaps one night in a hotel with a view, then head north to experience the charm of the area.

_{Image by Vincent Sardone.}