Explore Niagara USA

10/12/2024

Passion matters: hear how Nicholas Hurd turned his passion for Niagara Falls USA into three wonderful businesses to help uplift the community now on the latest episode of the WNY Entrepreneur Podcast!

Podcast Episode · WNY Entrepreneur · 12/10/2024 · 31m

06/12/2024

In the latest episode of NiagaraStuff, our owner Nicholas Hurd sat down with host Chris Stainoff to discuss his latest project, Tugby’s Bazaar, and how we here at Explore Niagara USA are working to create the perfect Niagara Falls vacation for all of you!

https://youtu.be/IUGHRK8b7lA?si=fZLIe7jPSkL9n5r-

Nick Hurd pays a visit The NiagaraStuff Podcast to discuss his entrepreneur projects and businesses, including the new Tugby's Bazaar at 616 Niagara Street i...

01/11/2024

We are so excited for Old Fort Niagara's French Heritage Day event on November 2!

If you've never been to the historic Fort, it is one of the Great Lakes' hidden gems. Want to learn more before you go? Watch our video on Exploring Old Fort Niagara:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JHikJE2d60

Join us as we explore Old Fort Niagara, and learn about life in the 18th century!-Located in Youngstown, NY, Old Fort Niagara is a historic landmark along La...

28/10/2024

Looking for something incredible to do this Saturday? Old Fort Niagara's French Heritage Day is the place to be!

Straight from Montreal, French military reenactors will be on the site of the oldest building on the Great Lakes: the French Castle. You'll be able to enjoy hands-on experiences, and live the part of a French soldier as you participate in mounting the guard, daily drills, and vibrant French songs of the 18th Century.

The program will run Saturday from 10am-4pm. You can learn more at www.oldfortniagara.com

17/10/2024

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I’m not sure how many of you know the full story behind this, so I wanted to take a moment to share it.

In 2018, after much prayer and clear confirmation from God, Ashley and I made the decision to start Niagara Falls Adventures. It hasn’t always been easy, but one of the most beautiful aspects of entrepreneurship has been finding ourselves in situations where only God could provide a way out.

When we started, Ashley managed the administration, and I conducted the tours. Between tours, I answered calls and drove for Lyft just to make ends meet. As many of you know, tourism during the winter months can be especially challenging, but nothing is too difficult for God. In 2019, I was blessed with the opportunity to become a recruiter for Lyft, and the way it all came together was nothing short of miraculous. God showed up right when we needed Him!

Growing up, my dad always taught me that if you’re going to do something, do it right. I applied that mindset to my role as a Lyft recruiter, and it paid off. In fact, the entire department was shut down because we recruited too many drivers! The income we received from that job was another miracle—God showed up yet again!

Around this time, we were given the chance to establish a physical office in a coworking space run by Niagara University. This opened so many doors and allowed me to connect with people I might never have met otherwise.

In 2020, when the world shut down and tourism was hit hard, we weren’t. Visitors gravitated toward outdoor activities, seeking walking tours, and since they couldn’t cross into Canada, they booked American walking tours instead. Despite the overall decline in tourism, our business numbers stayed remarkably steady—another example of God’s provision. Through Covid we also partnered with a company to provide virtual tours in which we were awarded “Best Tour Event in America”

In 2021, we launched Explore Niagara USA on YouTube and our YouTube channel was awarded “Best YouTube Channel in WNY” by Buffalo Spree magazine. We then expanded and launched Explore Niagara as a travel planning service designed to help educate visitors about all the things to do on the U.S. side of Niagara Falls. The more people spend locally, the more our community benefits. That same year, I was invited to speak at a tourism conference in Las Vegas and cast in season 5 of the entrepreneurship reality show “The Blox.” Both experiences were incredible opportunities, and in 2022, I returned for season 8, where I was honored to win runner-up.

In 2023, I had the privilege of participating in Leadership Niagara, where I gained a deeper appreciation for our county and leadership from many perspectives. The year ended with me giving the speech to represent our class and joining the Leadership Niagara board.

This year, 2024, has been a rollercoaster as I balance being a good husband, father, boss, and friend. But God continues to prove Himself faithful. We’ve come full circle, from learning how to run a business at 616 Niagara to now partnering with Niagara University to launch Tugby’s Bazaar—a place designed to help other entrepreneurs launch their products, give locals a taste of the Niagara Falls they remember, and provide tour guides with a special spot to bring their guests. Tugby’s has been a journey, but it truly is “Niagara Falls’ most wonderful store.”

I share all of this to say that each of you has been part of this journey with me, and I’m grateful. You’ve all played a role in leading up to this moment. Tomorrow is the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Tugby’s Bazaar, and I’d love for you to join us from 5-7 p.m. There will be many surprises, and I can’t wait to celebrate with you.

15/08/2024

Niagara Falls is a natural wonder, and exploring the gorge is easy with a bike from Sight See Rentals & Tours.

Looking for something with a little more pep? Sight See also has a selection of electric scooters available, making exploring Niagara easy and convenient.

Looking to set up your trip to Niagara Falls? Call our travel planning team at 1-888-FALLSNY today. You can also visit www.explore-niagara.com to check out our highlighted offerings.

12/08/2024

There's something that's indescribably captivating about the the beauty of Niagara Falls. For generations, the world has tried in vain to capture the allure of Niagara in words.

We're not going to even try.

You'll just have to come see it for yourself.

Give our travel planning team a call at 1-888-FALLSNY to get started on your getaway to the most beautiful place on earth. You can also visit www.explore-niagara.com to see our highlighted offerings.

01/08/2024

An experience like no other is waiting for you aboard Rainbow Air Inc.’s helicopters over Niagara Falls! 🚁
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Soar above the roar of Niagara’s thundering waters, with breathtaking views of this incredible wonder of the world. Rainbow Air’s professionally-operated helicopter tours provide a once-in-a-lifetime chance to see Niagara like no other.
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Ready to plan your ultimate trip to Niagara Falls? Give us a call at 1-888-FALLSNY.
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29/07/2024

Niagara is more than just a waterfall.
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From kayaks and jetboats to award-winning restaurants, it’s time to explore Niagara’s waterfront on your next trip. This freshwater paradise is the ultimate destination to beat the summer heat.
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Ready to plan your vacation to our wonder of the world? Call us at 1-888-FALLSNY to speak with a local travel planner, or visit us at www.explore-niagara.com to check out our highlighted offers.
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15/07/2024

It's time to find where the map ends, and adventure begins!
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Niagara Falls might be a world-famous tourist destination, but make no mistake: the raw power of the Falls is all-natural.
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Come explore wonder of Niagara's breathtaking landscape, and find yourself at the edge of the world!
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Ready to plan your ultimate getaway to Niagara Falls? Give us a call at 1-888-FALLSNY to speak with a travel specialist. You can also visit www.explore-niagara.com to view our highlighted packages.
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12/07/2024

Did you know that Niagara Falls is a top destination for those from India visiting the US?
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That means that tourists and locals alike get to enjoy incredible authentic Indian food from places like Bombay Palace, located across the street from the Goat Island bridge entrance to Niagara Falls State Park!
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Bombay Palace specializes in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options at their all-you-can-eat buffet, and the food is always fresh and delicious!

📍Bombay Palace - Niagara Falls, New York 24 Buffalo Ave, Niagarara Falls, NY

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11/07/2024

Looking for a mobility scooter when in Niagara Falls? Give us a call!
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Our partners at Sight See Rentals & Tours have a variety of motorized scooters and wheelchairs available to help you explore the beauty of Niagara Falls with ease. Featuring drop-off at several area hotels, as well as a grab-and-go station across from Niagara Falls State Park, Sight See Rentals goes the extra mile to make sure your experience in Niagara is seamless and carefree.
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Ready to plan you getaway to Niagara Falls? Give us a call at 1-888-FALLSNY to speak with a local specialist, or visit www.explore-niagara.com to check out our highlighted packages.
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10/07/2024

tDid you know: tightrope walkers over the Niagara Gorge would get pretty creative in their stunts.
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Take Maria Spelterini for instance. The Italian funambulist was the only woman to cross Niagara on a tightrope, and performed several stunts on her wire. This included crossing blindfolded, walking across with peach baskets tied to her feet, and yes: shambling across the wire with her arms and legs shackled tightly together.
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Stunters like Maria helped to entertain visitors prior to the creation of Niagara Falls State Park, and performed in an era where heavy industry blockaded the view of the incredible waterfalls. Nowadays, with the beauty of Niagara on open display, far fewer stunters call Niagara home.
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Looking to plan your trip to our wonder of the world? Give us a call at 1-888-FALLSNY to speak with a local specialist. You can also visit us at www.explore-niagara.com to check out our highlighter offerings.
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08/07/2024

There's no place quite as magical as Niagara Falls ✨
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From the glittering illuminations to hidden city gems, Niagara is truly a place where dreams can come true!
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Ready to plan your getaway to Niagara Falls? Give us a call at 1-888-FALLSNY to speak with a travel specialist. You can also visit www.explore-niagara.com to check out our highlighted offerings.
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05/07/2024

There's no better combo than warm weather and ICE CREAM! 🍦🍨
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Over The Falls Creamery is Niagara's NEWEST sweet spot for delicious sundaes, shakes, and in-house chocolate dipped waffle cones! With so many different flavors, you're cone will be as big as the Falls!
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📍2500 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY
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04/07/2024

Happy Fourth of July! 🗽🎆
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Independence Day is one of the busiest days of the year in Niagara Falls, as visitors from all over come to celebrate America's birthday in our wonder of the world. We hope you have an incredible time explore the beauty of Niagara today.
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Looking to plan your getaway to America's natural wonder? Give us a call at 1-888-FALLSNY to learn more!
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28/06/2024

Here's why you should visit The Mami House on your next trip to Niagara Falls!
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Tucked away on the corner of Rainbow and Third Streets, The Mami House is the perfect respite during your busy vacation in the Falls. They Specialize in traditional Filipino dishes like pork belly, short ribs, glass noodles, soup and congee, all cooked to perfection. We also love their Halo-Halo: a shaved ice dessert with jackfruit, coconut, boiled sweet beans, and topped off with yam ice cream, flan and corn flakes! It's the perfect sweet treat on a hot summer day.
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📍250 Rainbow Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY
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26/06/2024

Did you know: in order to land his barrel rightside-up, Charles Stephens decided to tie an anvil to his feet when going over Niagara Falls!
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The third man to ever daredevil over Niagara, "Demon Barber of Bedminster" also filled the bottom of his oak barrel with lead, which he believed would prevent him from landing on his head.
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Unfortunately, Stephens grossly underestimated the weight of the lead and anvil, which fell out the bottom of the barrel (along with himself) when it hit the river under the Horseshoe Falls. Stephen's stunt is considered the first unsuccessful attempt to take a barrel over Niagara.
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Ready to visit Niagara Falls? Give us a call at 1-888-FALLSNY to start planning your trip today. You can also check out www.explore-niagara.com to see our highlighted packages.
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