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 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
Downtown Toronto which includes a city, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Downtown Toronto

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

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

Downtown Detroit

Known for its great live music and first-class casinos, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Detroit. Check out top attractions like Campus Martius Park and Detroit Opera House, 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

Michigan Avenue and Chicago Water Tower are just a few worthwhile attractions to visit in Magnificent Mile. Travelers also love the fascinating museums, panoramic lake views, and popular shops.

Magnificent Mile
The Loop - Downtown showing a river or creek

The Loop

4/5(1 area review)

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
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and a city

Downtown Ottawa

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
Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
30 Carlton Street Toronto ON
The price is P7,493 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
P7,493
P9,187 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,326 reviews)
Very clean, great staff, best breakfast buffet.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre by IHG
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto

4 out of 5
33 Gerrard St W Toronto ON
The price is P7,247 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
P7,247
P8,885 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (13,919 reviews)
Room was quite small. They were well intentioned at front desk. I asked for a room with a view. Instead i got a view of construction

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Chelsea Hotel, Toronto
Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto

Hotel Riu Plaza Toronto

4 out of 5
30 Widmer St Toronto ON
The price is P8,907 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
P8,907
P10,920 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Toronto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions CN Tower and Rogers ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,662 reviews)
Wonderful room and great breakfast.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza 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.
One King West Hotel & Residence

One King West Hotel & Residence

4 out of 5
1 King Street West Toronto ON
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (12,265 reviews)
Staff was professional

Reviewed on Feb 1, 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 WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions CF Toronto Eaton Centre and Scotiabank Arena are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (754 reviews)
Great view, great rooms. Highly recommended for short stays.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Panorama Suites Downtown Toronto
Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

Executive Hotel Cosmopolitan Toronto

4 out of 5
8 Colborne Street Toronto ON
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Toronto. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,270 reviews)
The location was perfect! The room was clean and the staff are very friendly! We will return!

Reviewed on Jan 27, 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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