Great Lakes

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Reflection pool at Nathan Philips Square, near Toronto City Hall. 
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My hometown, one of the best living and most multicultural cities in the world! 
Reflection pool at Nathan Philips Square, near Toronto City Hall. 
#Toronto #Canada #Ontario #reflection #CityHall #Patterns #architecture #pool #nightscape #night #NorthAmerica #arch #TroveOnTuesday  #Hometown #UrbanJungle #perspectives
Great Lakes
This is an image from back in September when I was in upstate New York visiting family. This image is of Rainbow Falls in the Watkins Glen State Park near Ithaca. It is a very popular location - tourists throng here in their hundreds to walk the various trails. As such, best advised to visit very early in the mornings. Preferably start while it's still dark.

The gorge that runs along the park is extremely beautiful. At one point in time, this area was all under water and the gorge has been formed as a result of erosion of the softer layers of soil and rock. Even today, the gorge is ever changing due to the action of water.
There's loads of compositions possible all along the trail but Rainbow Falls is perhaps the most well known and most photographed location in the gorge. This location truly is stunning - you have to see it with your own eyes to take in the beauty of the place. The cascading waterfall, the stone bridges, the varying colors of the water due to the reflections from the canyon walls - it all adds up to make this a truly remarkable place.

Watkins Glen also used to have a street circuit for Formula 1 races. The roads are lined with flags to mark the course. In addition there's the marina and many good eating joints around town. Ithaca and Cornell are close by too. 

Owing to where I was staying, I had to start driving at 3 AM to make it to this place before the crowds descended. At the end of it, it was well worth it.

Thank you for stopping by.

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A helicopter view of Canada's Parliament.
Canada's Aviation and Space Museum offers helicopter rides over downtown Ottawa and the Gatineau Park.  Definitely worth the splurge!  #architecture

Where to stay in Great Lakes

Downtown Toronto showing a city, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Downtown Toronto

4/5(483 area reviews)

Known for its must-see aquarium and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Toronto. Check out top attractions like CF Toronto Eaton Centre and CN Tower, and jump on the metro at Dundas St West at Yonge St Stop or Dundas Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Toronto
Downtown Chicago which includes a city

Downtown Chicago

Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and gorgeous architecture, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Chicago. Top attractions like Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are major draws. Catch the metro at State Station or Clark-Lake Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Chicago
United States of America featuring a bay or harbor, landscape views and a city

Downtown Detroit

4/5(9 area reviews)

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like MGM Grand Detroit Casino and Campus Martius Park, and jump on the metro at Campus Martius Station or Cadillac Center Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Detroit
Magnificent Mile - River North

Magnificent Mile

Are you interested in fascinating museums, panoramic lake views and popular shops? A visit to Magnificent Mile might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower.

Magnificent Mile
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing a city, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Downtown Ottawa

4/5(47 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Ottawa. Check out top attractions like Rideau Centre and Rideau Mall, and jump on the metro at Rideau Station or Parliament Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Ottawa
The Loop - Downtown featuring a river or creek

The Loop

4.5/5(187 area reviews)

Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan are a few top attractions in The Loop. Hop around the city on the metro at Washington Station or Lake Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

The Loop
Congress Plaza Hotel

Congress Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
520 South Michigan Avenue Chicago IL
The price is RM743 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
RM743
RM872 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Chicago. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (9,902 reviews)
The family suite was spacious!

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Congress Plaza Hotel
Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto

Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto

4 out of 5
30 Widmer St Toronto ON
The price is RM559 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
RM559
RM685 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions CN Tower and Rogers Centre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,852 reviews)
Room was great

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto
Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel

4 out of 5
6455 Fallsview Blvd Niagara Falls ON
The price is RM372 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
RM372
RM488 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Niagara Falls. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (5,518 reviews)
Was good

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Wyndham Grand Fallsview Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
One King West Hotel & Residence

One King West Hotel & Residence

4 out of 5
1 King Street West Toronto ON
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (12,436 reviews)
Excellent stay. They were great and added many additional perks. Lovely hotel, great decor for new years, excellent location. Great amenities. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

One King West Hotel & Residence
Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto

Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto

4 out of 5
251 Jarvis St Toronto ON
Stay at this aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions CF Toronto Eaton Centre and Scotiabank Arena are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (778 reviews)
clean room staff very attentive and quick to reply for any needs

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto
Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

4 out of 5
8 Colborne Street Toronto ON
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,285 reviews)
Didn’t appear as though things were spotless.. the washroom especially had not been cleaned thoroughly and the finishes seem like a patchwork job..not perfectly finished/no clean lined work. Made me feel like I was staying at an old Toronto apartment.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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