For 36 years Malcolm Bunting has escorted millions of guests as close to the Falls as possible in his role of Captain of the legendary Maid of the Mist.  Bunting’s final trip to the base of the majestic Falls, came August 31, 2011 with just over 110,000 roundtrips to his credit, and a wealth of memories & stories that will last well into his retirement.

The Falls Avenue Resort would like to say “Thank you” for Mr. Bunting for entertaining our visitors from around the world, and wish him a happy retirement.

Come to the Falls Avenue Resort this summer and take advantage of the Ultimate Family Package offering $300 free in dining, attraction, and show passes at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Niagara Falls-Fallsview.

Also parents can choose include two day access to the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark a 3-acre facility full of fun and excitement for the whole family. Where you can grab a mat and take on a family member in extreme slide racing, experience the roar of Niagara Falls with our 1,000-gallon tipping bucket, ride the waves in our full sized wave pool, eat like a star at the Planet Hollywood Beach Club, and much more!

$300 free in dining, attraction, and show passes includes:
• Kids Eat Free Breakfast at the Fallsview Restaurant
• $40.00 Fallsview Dining Card
• Four passes to the Pink Panther Ride
• Four passes to MGM Movie Experience
• Four passes to Tour Bus Swat Team Ride
• Four passes Wild Safari Mini Golf
• Four passes Jungle Fun Funhouse
• Four passes Traffic Slam Bumper Cars
• Four passes Pile Driver Drop Zone
• Four passes for Two Movies at the 4D Moving Theatre
• Four Tickets to the new Danny Zzzz Master Hypnotist Show

For more information, availability, and booking please visit: http://www.niagarafallshotels.com/lp-niagara-falls-summer-family-getaway-package.php

BT-Crew

Join us as we welcome Breakfast Television back to Niagara Falls! Be a part of the live audience as Toronto’s #1 morning show broadcasts live from Oakes Garden Theatre on Friday June 24, 2011 from 6:00am – 9:00am.

Special BT room rates are available for June 23 or 24, 2011 at the Sheraton on the Falls or Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls – Fallsview. Both hotels are located on the Falls Avenue Resort directly across from Oakes Garden Theatre and feature indoor walkways to Fallsview Indoor Waterpark, Casino Niagara and more.

Traditional Rooms from $89
Fallsview Rooms from $129

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Luscious rich chocolate and succulent sweet strawberries are synonymous with romance, and the Hershey Store Niagara Falls. The only one of its kind in Canada, the 7,000 sq ft Hershey Store features decadent treats for that special someone for Valentines Day. Indulgent fresh treats include our signature chocolate dipped strawberries, a variety of creamy fudge, fresh baked cookies, and luscious cupcakes, parfaits, and chocolate dipped cheesecake. Of course the store also offers your loved ones favourite packaged items too, everything from Hershey Miniatures, to Pot of Gold are available. The Hershey Store also carries a wide selection of valentine themed merchandise including tins of truffles, heart shaped boxes, and a range of specialty Hershey kisses. Located on the 20 acre Falls Avenue Resort, and directly across from the Falls, the store is adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Hotel Niagara Falls-Fallsview.

The 3 acre Fallsview Indoor Waterpark has been rated as the #1 in the category “Things to Do” in Niagara Falls by TripAdvisor Reviewers.

The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is now the #1 attraction in Niagara Falls, Ontario Canada. Situated directly across from the Falls, the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark is the centrepiece of the 20 acre Falls Avenue Resort, North America’s largest Indoor Waterpark and Hotel Complex. The rating holds special significance because it comes as a result of the comments and reviews posted by guests on TripAdvisor the largest travel community of its kind.
A TripAdvisor recognition such as this is extremely important to business. “Who can describe or do better justice to an attraction than the guest themselves” said Waterpark General Manager Ori Ovics. “We appreciate that our guests think highly of the waterpark and their efforts to share their thoughts with others, especially on a premier rating site like TripAdvisor”.

The Waterpark is ranked above notable attractions including Niagara Falls (#2), Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory (#4), and Journey behind the Falls (#20).

Located directly across from the Falls, and in the heart of the tourist district, the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark sits high above Falls Avenue. The Waterpark features 16 slides (up to six storeys high), a giant wave pool, a massive Beach House Rain Fortress with 1000 Gallon Tipping Bucket, Tiny Tots play area, adult only Jacuzzi tubs, Planet Hollywood Beach Club, year-round outdoor activity pool and sundeck. It is the only Waterpark in the World to feature a fallsview, and also offers indoor walkways to the hotels, dining and attractions offered on the Falls Avenue Resort, including the Sheraton on the Falls, Crowne Plaza Hotel Niagara Falls-Fallsview, Skyline Inn, Hershey Store Niagara Falls, Rainforest Cafe, Hard Rock Cafe and Adventure City.

To reserve a Hotel Waterpark Package featuring accommodations and 4 two-day waterpark passes starting at only $139.00, please call 1-800-263-7135 or visit http://www.fallsviewwaterpark.com/smedia/

Santa Claus is Coming!

While the elves put last minute touches on toys for good little girls and boys, and Rudolph and the other reindeers play reindeer’s games, the jolly old man himself will be making a special trip to Niagara Falls. Santa is coming to the Sheraton on the Falls! He will be with us December 20-24 from 11:00am – 5:00pm! Stop by the lobby to have a picture taken with St. Nick before his trip around the World.

WKBW “AM Buffalo” to broadcast live from Niagara Falls on Friday December 10^th, 2010.

Popular Buffalo morning talk show “AM Buffalo” is set to broadcast live from the Massimo Capra Fallsview Dining Room located in the Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls Fallsview

Host Linda Pellegrino will broadcast the Niagara Falls themed show live between 10:00am – 11:00am on Friday December 10^th from the spectacular restaurant with the scenic Niagara Falls as the backdrop.

Originally airing in 1978, AM Buffalo, is one of the longest running and most successful locally produced morning programs in the country. Notable guests will feature new Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati, President of Canadian Niagara Hotels Doug Birrell, Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra and World renowned Illusionist and Magician Dannyzzzz. The show will also feature Jon Summers tour of the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark and Falls Avenue Resort.

Considered the premier Fallsview Entertainment Complex in Niagara Falls, the 20 Acre Falls Avenue Resort is home to luxurious hotels, exciting attractions, exclusive shops and themed dining including; The Sheraton on the Falls, Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls Fallsview, the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark, Hershey Store, Rainforest Café, Hard Rock Café, Adventure City and much more. Dora the Explorer and her curious cousin Diego will also be busy on Falls Avenue Resort when they visit December 27, 28, 29, and 30.  The stars of Nickelodeon will meet and greet fellow explorers for a free photo session each afternoon, and will host a special breakfast each morning at the Rainforest Cafe.

Located directly across from the Falls, the Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls – Fallsview offers exceptional guestrooms many with a picture perfect view of the Falls. The classic hotel has been a fixture on the Niagara Skyline for generations and was the first full service luxury hotel built in Niagara. Situated on the 10^th floor of the Crowne Plaza it is the spectacular Fallsview Rainbow Dining Room – Niagara’s premier Fallsview dining experience.

For more information or for room reservations call 1.866.431.5229 or book on-line now

Hard Rock Helps Conquer Hunger

Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls, Canada Announces IMAGINE THERE’S NO HUNGER Campaign to Raise Awareness and Funding for WhyHunger in its Fight Against Childhood Hunger and Poverty

Campaign Features Collaboration with Yoko Ono Lennon for John Lennon Artist Spotlight T-Shirt and Other Lennon-Inspired Merchandise

Niagara Falls, Canada, November 18, 2010 – In 1971, John Lennon released his song “Imagine,” and empowered every individual of the world by inviting them to envision a world of peace, a world free of poverty. Decades later, as the world celebrates what would have been his 70^th birthday, Lennon’s lyrics continue to influence and inspire.  Lennon’s vision of a better world lives on as his wife, artist and musician Yoko Ono Lennon joins Hard Rock Cafe Niagara Falls, Canada for IMAGINE THERE’S NO HUNGER, a global campaign to benefit WhyHunger in its fight against childhood hunger and poverty around the world.  Dedicated to its LOVE ALL – SERVE ALL motto, proceeds from Hard Rock’s campaign will directly benefit WhyHunger and its grassroots partners around the globe in hopes of finding a long-term solution through sustainable agriculture.

“John Lennon, my husband, had a vision of a world free of hunger and at peace forever,” said Yoko Ono Lennon.  “Together let’s imagine there’s no hunger.  Imagine a world where all kids have enough food to eat. Imagine a world where the food that children eat is healthy and nutritious. Imagine a world where our youth take pride in growing, harvesting and selling good food. We can make such a world come true together, with hard work, love and conviction. IMAGINE!”

Setting the foundation for Hard Rocks’ IMAGINE THERE’S NO HUNGER campaign will be the new John Lennon Artist Spotlight T-shirt, as well as a limited-edition pin and charity bracelet, featuring the powerful message “IMAGINE THERE’S NO HUNGER.” Proceeds from the campaign will be donated directly to WhyHunger to benefit local grassroots partners, including the Pathfinder Academy in Kenya; the Pattanarak Foundation in Thailand; City of Joy in India; and MPP in Haiti. Each grassroots partner focuses on victims of poverty and helps teach sustainable farming and entrepreneurial skills for the future.

“A campaign like IMAGINE can really make a difference on children and their families around the world,” said George Mendes the General Manager of the Hard Rock Café in Niagara Falls, Canada.  “Through this partnership between Hard Rock, Yoko Ono Lennon and WhyHunger, we’re confident that every day we are getting closer and closer to a world without hunger and poverty.”

Beginning on November 15, 2010, Hard Rock Café Niagara Falls, Canada will offer IMAGINE THERE’S NO HUNGER bracelets in support of WhyHunger and its grassroots partners.  IMAGINE merchandise will be available for a limited time only, and exclusively at Hard Rock’s Rock Shop and on www.hardrock.com, including:

• AGINE THERE’S NO HUNGER Charity Bracelet – Accessorize fashionably and charitably.  This wristband is adorned with the influential message “IMAGINE THERE’S NO HUNGER” and John Lennon’s self-portrait.  Available in red, this must-have item also features the WhyHunger and Hard Rock logos.  100% of the net proceeds benefit WHY and grassroots partners around the globe. 100% of the net proceeds benefit WhyHunger.

About WhyHunger

WhyHunger is dedicated to fighting the root causes of hunger and poverty by supporting grassroots organizations that create self-reliance, economic justice, and equal access to nutritious and affordable food. Founded in 1975 by late musician and activist Harry Chapin and current Executive Director Bill Ayres, WhyHunger works to put an end to the hunger suffered by 49 million American and more than 1 billion people worldwide.  WhyHunger’s main programs include the National Hunger Hotline 1-866-3-HUNGRY, which refers individuals in need of emergency food assistance to soup kitchens, food banks, shelters, government programs, and community organizations in their neighborhoods; the Grassroots Action Network, which provides information, networking opportunities, capacity building and access to more than 8,000 anti-hunger and poverty organizations across the country and around the world; Global Movements, which links the organization’s domestic work to broader global movements for food sovereignty and the basic rights to food, land, water, and sustainable livelihoods; and Artists Against Hunger & Poverty, which is supported by Bruce Springsteen, Carlos Santana, Jackson Browne, Michael McDonald, Chicago, Earth Wind & Fire, Joss Stone, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels, O.A.R., Papa Roach, moe. and many others.

About Hard Rock International

With a total of 168 venues in 52 countries, including 133 cafes and 14 Hotels/Casinos, Hard Rock International is one of the world’s most globally recognized brands. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s greatest collection of music memorabilia, which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. In addition to the two flagship Seminole Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos in Tampa and Hollywood, Fla., Hard Rock Hotels/Casinos are located in Las Vegas, Biloxi, Orlando, Chicago, San Diego, Pattaya, Bali, Macau, Penang and Singapore.  Additional hotel and casino projects have been announced in Punta Cana, scheduled to open in 2010; Panama, scheduled to open in 2012; and Hungary, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, scheduled to open in 2013.  Hard Rock International is owned by Seminole Hard Rock Entertainment, Inc. For further details on Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos, visit www.hardrockhotels.com.  For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com.

About Hard Rock Café Niagara Falls

Located in the heart of the tourist district, and directly across from the World’s most majestic wonder, Hard Rock Café Niagara Falls Ontario Canada plays to an audience from around the World. Hard Rock Café Niagara Falls is situated within steps of the Falls, on the 20 acre Falls Avenue Resort – Niagara’s premier Fallsview vacation destination which offers premier hotels, attractions, and dining options.  A Top of the Rock Award Recipient, Hard Rock Niagara Falls offers an exceptional dining experience, signature Niagara Falls souvenirs and exclusive merchandise. For more information visit www.NiagaraFallsHotels.com

Contact:

George Mendes

Hard Rock Café, Niagara Falls, Ontario,

905-356-ROCK (7625)

hardrock@niagarafallshotels.com

Due to the Wild success of last years festivities, The Hard Rock Club will be hosting a New Year’s Eve Bash again this year.

Hard Rock Club NYE Party 2010

Details:

• Cover charge is $25 (Includes party favours for the first 100 people through the door.
• $5 off each FULL paid cover for those that dine in the Hard Rock Café that same day.
• Tickets must be purchased at the door – No pre-purchasing
• Entertainment will be Southern Ontario’s best D.J. Crew (Heavy Artillery Sound Crew) spinning live all night
• (music format is Top 40 Hip Hop, Dance & House)
• Laser Light Show and Big Countdown Bang!
• Must be of legal drinking age (19 and older)
• Dress Code is “Dress to Impress”

VIP Lounge

Reservations are only being taken for the VIP Lounge

• Bottle service is mandatory in the lounge
• Min. of 1 bottle for every 4 people
• Bottles start @ $180++
• Reservations held only until 11pm – therefore must arrive early
• Must call (905) 356-7625 or email HardRock@niagarafallshotels.com to reserve VIP

- Doors will open at 9:00pm

Niagara Falls Interneational Marathon

On your mark, get set, go… the Niagara Falls International Marathon will bring thousands of runners from across the globe to Niagara Falls Sunday October 24, 2010.

The 13th annual Fall event is the only destination marathon that is hosted by two countries, with participants crossing an international border.  Runners participating in the full marathon will take the start in Buffalo New York at the Albright Knox Museum running the first 6.5km along the Buffalo Parkway before crossing into Fort Erie and continuing along the scenic Niagara Parkway to the finish line in Niagara Falls Ontario CANADA.   The course which is considered flat and fast is a qualifier for the iconic Boston Marathon and has hosted the USA men’s Olympic marathon trials twice.

This year, event organizers have added a two person relay with each runner completing a half marathon.  The 1812 Peace and Friendship Marathon Relay runs the full marathon course from Buffalo to Niagara Falls.  Additionally, this event hosts a half marathon run, half marathon walk, school marathon challenge, hand crank marathon and 10km & 5km runs.

The Falls Avenue Resort is continuing its participation in Niagara Falls International Marathon events, with a Runners Breakfast at Planet Hollywood sponsored by Tim Horton’s, and the annual Saturday night Pasta Party at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Niagara Falls-Fallsview.  The Crowne Plaza will also serve as a departure point for runners with shuttles to the starting line leaving from the hotel.