Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario (3h41m)- scenic, cute B&B's; lake for fishing; close to Niagara Falls bu much slower pace; There's a cool Inn called the Prince of Wales (Rates: CAD $150-$475)which was established in 1864 and is one of Niagara-on-the-Lake's most historic landmarks. It is situated on the town's main street and awarded the CAA/AAA Four Diamond Award in both accommodation and dining. It offers 114 elegant rooms, all retaining the charm of their Victorian orgins. Traditional and deluxe guestrooms are available as well as a choice of exquisitely designed one-room suites which seems reasonably priced. |
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Niagara Falls, NY/ON (3hr29m) - landmark, gambling, crazy nightlife, little cheesy, but fun - tons of hotels including Mariott, Sheraton. Rooms range around $80-100. |
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Chautauqua, NY (2hr25m) - Jeff Sinclair has a cabin here and Ettamarna's cohort is thinking about having it as a destination; gives fishing option and likely quiet and serene |
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Toronto, Ontario (4hr52m) - Great city and good nightlife |
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Islands - Put-in-Bay, Middle Bass, Pelee, Kelley's (2hr) - good nightlife; Cedar Point; fishing, swimming, and boating |
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Windsor, Ontario (2hr49m) - gambling and good nightlife |
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Chicago, Illinois (5hr26m) - Great nightlife; plenty of entertainment options (i.e. shows, sports, etc.) |
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White Water Adventures, Pennsylvania (3hr30m) - Class II, III, and IV rafting; hiking, biking, kayaking; lodging available ($92/room/night based on double occupancy); great for kids |
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Car racing school (Pennsylvania) - fun but >$1K/person |
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