Riding the Maid of the Mist and The Hornblower in the Same Day - Icon Niagara Falls Boat Tours

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Komentáře • 221

  • @Buford_T_Justice1
    @Buford_T_Justice1 Před 2 měsíci +35

    Jacob, you document your adventures so well that I feel like I went with you.
    Thanks for all the hard work you do!

  • @lazyboy6575
    @lazyboy6575 Před 2 měsíci +26

    "Cheering for Nature"..... Today's winner of the phrase of the day 😄

  • @m.hreels9822
    @m.hreels9822 Před 2 měsíci +16

    I love how those ponchos barely did anything to protect anybody 😂

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Před 2 měsíci +11

    When artist singer Prince died the falls were lit purple for 3 days what a honor that was both sides too ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @karenstraw7301
    @karenstraw7301 Před 2 měsíci +8

    I've Lived here All my life for 50yrs it never grows Old for me this is the Exact reason why I Love Being in Niagara Falls so much It's A Thing of Wonder and Beauty.
    Try the Niagara Jet boats Next then eat at the Silo, try the Silo Special Haystack and Ice cream at our famous Caboose you will Love it Jacob.
    Thank you for coming to my side of town I really enjoyed this video

    • @gabrielapaulinho1luv
      @gabrielapaulinho1luv Před měsícem +1

      I love Niagara Falls, NY; Lewiston, NY; and Youngstown, NY. As a non-driver, I'm very, very thankful to the Discover Niagara shuttles for transporting us around. On my New York State bucket list is eating at the Silo.

    • @karenstraw7301
      @karenstraw7301 Před měsícem

      @@gabrielapaulinho1luv Eating at the Silo You will Not be disappointed the Food is So Yummy and you really get a Great view of the Falls eating at the Top of the Silo. Please try Famous Haystack You'll want another one. 😁♥️

  • @drea62279
    @drea62279 Před 2 měsíci +13

    Your videos are my therapy, I swear. LOL Keep on Keepin on Carpetbagger!

  • @bryanthompson7373
    @bryanthompson7373 Před 2 měsíci +7

    I got to visit Niagara Falls back in 1986, and riding the boats was one of the coolest parts of the visit, other than getting to experience the tunnels BEHIND the Falls. Have you had a chance to explore those tunnels? They are accessed from the Canadian side.

  • @elizabethlemke6058
    @elizabethlemke6058 Před 2 měsíci +6

    I admit I bawled like a baby when I saw the falls. I had never seen a waterfall and it was a bucket list time for me. So when we went to New York to visit my husband's family he said we had to swing up to see the falls. I am so glad he did. It was amazing.

  • @markzeahammer183
    @markzeahammer183 Před 2 měsíci +8

    Now only one authentic Niagara adventure remains for Carpetbagger to have, to go over the Falls in a Barrel.

  • @brianeslinger3639
    @brianeslinger3639 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Through the years my wife and I took our kids to the falls but never went on the horn blower so thanks for taking me on those two boats 🛳️🛟⚓️
    Brian from Northeast Ohio 👍👍👍

  • @rhysphil9332
    @rhysphil9332 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I went on Maid of the Mist two years ago and still remember it so clearly. The experience of all that water was so powerful!

  • @TheComicRelief9001
    @TheComicRelief9001 Před 2 měsíci +13

    NIAGARA FALLS! Slowly, I turned...

    • @allensherrill850
      @allensherrill850 Před 2 měsíci +11

      Step by step, inch by inch…

    • @mollysmith1226
      @mollysmith1226 Před 2 měsíci +5

      Yard by yard 😊

    • @kathryndangelo3897
      @kathryndangelo3897 Před 20 dny +3

      Step by step, inch by inch! I actually did this when I was at Niagara Falls. I grew up a 3 stooges fan.

  • @lissachocolate
    @lissachocolate Před 2 měsíci +2

    Felt like I was next to you, just amazing! Plus, rainbow! Went on Maid of the Mist when I was little, remember how loud the roar of the water is. The slickers back then were heavier and were reused.

  • @jeffs8614
    @jeffs8614 Před 2 měsíci +14

    So day you'll find it...the rainbow connection...for lovers, dreamers, and carpetbaggers !!! safe travels...

  • @TomOfQuincy
    @TomOfQuincy Před 2 měsíci +7

    The United States and Canada's shared treasure- Niagara Falls
    🇺🇲🇨🇦

  • @silverghostcat1924
    @silverghostcat1924 Před 2 měsíci +7

    "NIAGRA FALLS!, slowly I turn,......" 😂😂😂

    • @victoriam2683
      @victoriam2683 Před 2 měsíci +6

      Step by step... Inch by inch...

    • @kathryndangelo3897
      @kathryndangelo3897 Před 20 dny +2

      Step by step, inch by inch. I did this when I went to Niagara Falls recently. I grew up a 3 stooges fan.

  • @user-wt8en6lj1k
    @user-wt8en6lj1k Před 2 měsíci +1

    I've been "cheering for nature" a bit myself - first the eclipse in Missouri, and now in Hot Springs, Arkansas, which is a lot warmer now than when you attempted to escape the snow & ice during your Choose My Adventure Road Trip.

  • @TommyTravels
    @TommyTravels Před 2 měsíci +3

    Now there's an adventure that I need to add to my bucket list! Two Niagara boat rides from two countries in one day! Well done Jacob!

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Před 2 měsíci +4

    You can just feel the power of the falls it’s a honor and a glory to see and visit each side

  • @alliekuma4234
    @alliekuma4234 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I love how you did both sides right after the other. That's awesome lol

  • @danielbagley3679
    @danielbagley3679 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Beautiful thanks for showing that never been

  • @BaconGirl41
    @BaconGirl41 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Great vid! Reminds me of when Pam and Jim (on The Office) went and got married on the Maid of the Mist ❤️💕

  • @OldMovieRob
    @OldMovieRob Před 2 měsíci +8

    Looks pretty cool, but also very drenching. I hope Niagara means more trips to some of the wax museums up there!

  • @bayfox1235
    @bayfox1235 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Omg what a great time thank you carpetbagger 😊

  • @StraightThruTheHeart
    @StraightThruTheHeart Před 2 měsíci +4

    Carpetbagger is a legend!

  • @mgarringerkcify
    @mgarringerkcify Před 2 měsíci +1

    I went behind the falls twice, and been on the Maid of the mist with my grandparents. Love the Falls. Thanks for posting. Brings back memories. Michelle from Omaha

  • @mattweaver8197
    @mattweaver8197 Před 2 měsíci +3

    There's 2 pressed penny machines up in the building going towards the hard rock Cafe in the lower level. Loved seeing the Falls up that close again. Safe Travels

  • @cindyhenning7832
    @cindyhenning7832 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I was there in 2004 gosh it’s been along while! What a beautiful trip

  • @nadiaborzacchini6858
    @nadiaborzacchini6858 Před 2 měsíci +4

    That was fun tgat for taking us i always wanted to vistit what a gift be safe

  • @darlenehenry1742
    @darlenehenry1742 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Thank you Jacob that was fantastic 😊

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Thankyou Jacob for taking us on these tour boats I have never been on the boats so to see it close and personal through your eyes is awesome 👏 Thankyou ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @SharonMorgan-gb9qe
    @SharonMorgan-gb9qe Před 2 měsíci +1

    I remember when I was a kid in the 70s they didn’t have disposable ponchos. They had thick yellow ones that everyone used. 😊

  • @andywood5699
    @andywood5699 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I went on the Maid of the Mist in the 80s and wore one of those those big blue rubber raincoats they used to have. It cost about 5 bucks to go on the boat. WOW. things have changed.

  • @cherylzamule888
    @cherylzamule888 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Hi Jacob 👋 I really love the falls. It is a relaxing place! I probably have been there at least a dozen times. We would go for a long weekend. I remember going with my parents and sister when i was a teenager for the first time. In those days you wore heavy raincoats and boots. So much nicer having the disposable and sanitary. Great video 📹 Have a nice day.

  • @margaretphipps7795
    @margaretphipps7795 Před 2 měsíci +6

    We did that last year! Had so much fun! Niagara Falls are worth the trip. Loved the lights at night on the falls!

  • @mcwatersd
    @mcwatersd Před 2 měsíci +8

    That was really cool that you did both sides . The rainbow was beautiful .Niagara falls is awesome. .It has been a while since I have been. Seeing it at night and in winter would be amazing . Keep Safe ❤Keep Well❤

  • @mariehendrick7173
    @mariehendrick7173 Před 2 měsíci +7

    Oh wow this Is just so wonderful!!!!!. The power of nature amazing you have done a really wonderful job of filming this and both boat's you are spoiling us all.!!! XXX

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Yeah, just about! Although, ever since Hornblower moved in, I'd wanted to ride both, to compare them. Who can afford that? Well, some people, but not me. But, Jacob's got me covered! Thanks, man!

  • @SmokyMountainBlessed
    @SmokyMountainBlessed Před 2 měsíci +5

    really enjoyed the experience through your video thanks for showing us the difference in the 2 boats

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Living in Rochester I have had the glorious chance to see the falls in the winter and Summer . I have even been in the Hilton hotel in Canada at the highest room . We would crack the windows and feel the mist was very Glorious both day and night . The light show on the falls is breathtaking ❤❤❤❤

  • @sandrap6321
    @sandrap6321 Před 2 měsíci +4

    So close to pretty Seneca Falls, NY...place inspired film Its a Wonderful Life. Also start of women's liberation movement. So much to see & do there if looking for something to do next.

  • @nataliecrow6533
    @nataliecrow6533 Před 2 měsíci +1

    That was a cool idea to do both boat rides of the falls. I have been on the Maid of the Mist. I laughed so hard when you were taking off your Maid of the Mist poncho you got photobombed by a guy’s crack when he sat down 🤣

  • @nurseydebdeb8539
    @nurseydebdeb8539 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I have always wanted to see the falls it is on my bucket list. I still cannot believe people went over the falls in a barrel crazy!!!! That water color was so pretty. That looked like a great time!!!

  • @conniemoore3051
    @conniemoore3051 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Be sure to go to the Cave of the Winds, it gets you up close and personal with the falls, and tickets must be purchased at the Cave of the Winds Plaza on Goat Island.

  • @dynastyduck3799
    @dynastyduck3799 Před 2 měsíci +3

    That was so much fun; drone shot would not be the same :)) thanx J man

  • @Devils1674
    @Devils1674 Před 2 měsíci +8

    That chocolate bar in the gift shop would be pronounced C-ay N-ay D-ay. C-A-N-A-D-A. EH being the stereotypical Canadian word

    • @gc4644
      @gc4644 Před 2 měsíci +3

      You beat me to it, can't believe Jacob didn't figure that one out..

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 Před 2 měsíci +4

      @@gc4644 You have to live a little closer to Canada to have been made aware of the speech patterns of Canadians. I'm guessing that's something Jenn would have known, eh?
      Re: the chocolate bar. It's the old joke, how do you spell Canada? C, eh? N, eh? D, eh?

  • @mariehendrick7173
    @mariehendrick7173 Před 2 měsíci +1

    This all trip Is so on my bucket list what a wonderful place a true wonder... Glad we have all come along with you.. XXX

  • @MrMikepresley
    @MrMikepresley Před 2 měsíci +1

    You gotta make trip to the Falls in the Winter time, its actually prettier, all the mist creates ice on the surrounding trees in the areas; its also colder around the area of the Falls. The Canadian side has the prettiest winter views (imho) also on winter nights when the falls do their light-shows its spectacular with the colored lights hitting the trees, sky-lines and icy waters, its a must-see in the winter!

  • @Neverhome365
    @Neverhome365 Před 2 měsíci +4

    If you don’t go on this you’re really missing out! You can get right under the American falls at the end so two attractions for one!! I did the cave of the winds my first time there. Now that I know you can go on the boat and under the American falls with a sweet observation tower yes please every time!!!! I want to go to the Canadian side because I think you can get into the old Hydro plant tunnel now. Sounds epic to get closer to the horseshoe.

  • @mzsuzy69
    @mzsuzy69 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I watch u everyday Jacob! U have inspired many trips dt your videos. U dont know what it means to me that u vlog things. I used to be very sick and travel vicariously thru u. Now i watch ure videos and see where I want to go. I havent went half where u have but its on the list. Thank you tons! I cant wait until u do Holiday World near me. I was in St Louis when u were and Paducah Ky right b4 u came. What r the odds.

  • @Nancy-iv1yj
    @Nancy-iv1yj Před 2 měsíci +3

    Thanks Jacob for streaming

  • @maryblaufuss7533
    @maryblaufuss7533 Před 2 měsíci +4

    Holy, uh...cow! Lookit that subscriber count go up!!

  • @stevenfriedman6042
    @stevenfriedman6042 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Very cool Jacob! We’ve done the maid of the mist in the past. Be well.

  • @mikehughes4969
    @mikehughes4969 Před 2 měsíci +18

    I've been to the falls, and they are truly breathtaking. Video and pictures simply can't do them justice. Been on the Maid of the Misr, but not the Hornblower, and I have a picture of a 13 or 14 year old me in front of the ship's wheel. You used to be able to go behind the falls, at one point you're only ten feet away from a solid wall of water. But as I understand it, you can't do that anymore. Also, I'm glad you brought up the hat. It was a little weird to see you without it. You should never go on an Adventure without your hat.🤠

  • @syedhamidi5643
    @syedhamidi5643 Před 2 měsíci +1

    You are too cute with the poncho 😂. I bet Jacob drank a lot of the falls water on the boat 🤣🤣

  • @lizlocher3612
    @lizlocher3612 Před 2 měsíci +3

    WOW!!! What a cool experience on the Hornblower in Canada. The Horseshoe Falls are magnificent!!! Love the red poncho!!

  • @deborahmcdermott6927
    @deborahmcdermott6927 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Back in the late 80s, both sides were the Maid of the Mist. We rode from the Canadian side. Amazing!

  • @scottwebster5211
    @scottwebster5211 Před 2 měsíci +3

    Sir really impressed by the footage with the go pro type camera looked like in a movie

  • @VJazzman701
    @VJazzman701 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I want to visit but when I stay I want the Superman 2 suite!!!

  • @Nancy-iv1yj
    @Nancy-iv1yj Před 2 měsíci +3

    I would love to visit Niagara falls, but I doubt that I will ever get to visit.

  • @allensherrill850
    @allensherrill850 Před 2 měsíci +4

    I hate that about plastic bags. Can’t ever open them easily! Jacob, did you know that a person waits in a line , on average, five years out of his life? You maybe even more. I congratulate you ❤

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 Před 2 měsíci +4

      The secret to putting some respect into an uncooperative plastic bag? Lick your fingertips and then rub the edge of the bag between your thumb and your first two fingers. (Of course, this is a bad idea during pandemic time or if you're about to hand the newly-opened bag to someone who is likely to say, "Eww. Yeah, that's ok; I'm good.")

  • @Jane_Dow
    @Jane_Dow Před 2 měsíci +1

    Your out front, all alone, You really Are King of the World !!

  • @lindasayler4566
    @lindasayler4566 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Thank you this was great

  • @davidm3569
    @davidm3569 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Thank you.
    I'll never be able to go there, so now I've been as close as I can and didn't get wet !!
    👍😀

  • @kellypostek8024
    @kellypostek8024 Před 2 měsíci +3

    When the wheather gets warmer. You need to go into the cave of the winds usa. Great job!

  • @josiahguthrie5797
    @josiahguthrie5797 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Niagara Falls! Slowly I turn, and step by step, inch by inch...

  • @lizlocher3612
    @lizlocher3612 Před 2 měsíci +7

    The Maid of the Mist was superb!! The rainbow 🌈 was TOTALLY cool. I never saw one that close to the water!!! I bet the Falls lit up at night 🌉 would be phenomenal n with fireworks 🎇 added, unbelievable!!! That's when I would love to see them. I have NEVER in 66 yrs seen the falls!!! Too bad the Crow's Nest was closed, as I KNOW you would have gone up there for SURE!! Wonderful video!!! Over 180 yrs as a roadside attractions must be the record!!! Attaboy, Carpetbagger!!!

  • @chadenglish4169
    @chadenglish4169 Před 2 měsíci +1

    We went on The Hornblower a few years back. It was incredible to see the Falls up close.

  • @Bri_like_the_Cheese_
    @Bri_like_the_Cheese_ Před 2 měsíci +1

    “Carpetbagger coming to you live … without a hat!”

  • @craigholstine2154
    @craigholstine2154 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Good Morning " YA ALL " Jacob..!!

  • @Th3sh4d0w2007
    @Th3sh4d0w2007 Před 2 měsíci +3

    dude next time u need to try behind the falls, that's something very kool, bird kingdom is kool place, not sure if the gf would love it but also kool

  • @cathpeterson1944
    @cathpeterson1944 Před 2 měsíci +1

    awesome boat tours on the falls, I was at Niagara few years ago I want to go again

  • @Sparty-pi3jq
    @Sparty-pi3jq Před 2 měsíci +2

    I've had better luck walking onto the boat on the US side, while friends waited in line for hours on the Canadian side. Great video as always Jake.

  • @mindyhoeh4466
    @mindyhoeh4466 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Next time try the Cave of the winds! It’s awesome!

  • @minavane5533
    @minavane5533 Před měsícem +1

    If I had to choose which tour to take I would choose Maid of the Mist because there weren't as many people and therefore you have a better view. The view was fine on The Hornblower but you got some great footage on the Maid of the Mist. Maybe they limit how many people are on the boat more so you can see better.

  • @mikekromer2669
    @mikekromer2669 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Ever try the whirlpool jet boats, if not try em lol. Maid of the mist is definitely a clasic and fun.

    • @maryblaufuss7533
      @maryblaufuss7533 Před 2 měsíci +2

      Ooh, and the helicopter tour! One day, Jacob should do that, too!

  • @FueledByMagic
    @FueledByMagic Před 2 měsíci +1

    Amazing vid! I remember seeing Maid Of The Mist in Bruce Almighty and in The Office, been wanting to go visit ever since!

  • @glennjudd2467
    @glennjudd2467 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Great expierence to go on both !
    I did it once on the mist ! Really exciting !

  • @CCcastro336
    @CCcastro336 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Absolutely amazing!! Wow thank you for sharing. I have never been. I really need to go!!

  • @marialillygeorge3891
    @marialillygeorge3891 Před 2 měsíci +2

    While you in upstate New York you should check out the Medina Rail Road museum, it's in an old train station and it's one of the biggest train models I've ever seen, it's in a small town called Medina New York it's on the Erie canal, with a cute down town, I grew up there and was actually just there for the eclipse

  • @thedogzoo
    @thedogzoo Před 2 měsíci +1

    Well done Jacob. Magnificent video. Thank you! ❤

  • @alanlough638
    @alanlough638 Před 2 měsíci

    I really enjoyed this video, Jacob! The Niagara Falls are absolutely beautiful and magnificent! I wish you safe travels, Jacob.

  • @robylove9190
    @robylove9190 Před 2 měsíci +1

    You had a day of good wet fun ❤

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Very cool ship wheel neat history ❤❤❤

  • @MissingLinx
    @MissingLinx Před 2 měsíci

    I went on the US side when I visited my brother up in Syracuse. It was a great thing to see.

  • @SchererProductionServices
    @SchererProductionServices Před 2 měsíci +1

    I'm surprised you didn't do Cave of the Winds / Behind the Falls!!!

  • @Bobby10241
    @Bobby10241 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Front side of water

  • @dansp91
    @dansp91 Před 2 měsíci

    Looks awesome but I imagine a bit more pleasant on a nice warm summer day!!

  • @FrankensteinLover
    @FrankensteinLover Před 2 měsíci

    That is breathtaking and I wouldn't leave the views are so amazing. Thanks for this Video.

  • @wingflex5367
    @wingflex5367 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I wonder what the border agents think about how many times you've crossed the border in the last week. You're probably on a watch list by now😄

  • @user-zm1nw2cb2o
    @user-zm1nw2cb2o Před 2 měsíci +1

    Oh didn't know you were going back there. Wish you could of rode that Frankenstein roller coaster! Looks cool! Glad you rode the boats though, wanted to see that too!

  • @caroleroseburgh1344
    @caroleroseburgh1344 Před 2 měsíci +5

    Good Morning Jacob and Jennifer 🙋🏽. Be careful and safe out there ‼️❤. Even though Jennifer might not be there today, the message still applies to her to be safe and careful wherever she is ❤

  • @RockinRobinBird_RB
    @RockinRobinBird_RB Před 2 měsíci

    I enjoyed this and have never been to Niagra Falls before and never seen a video of the falls quite like this one. Thank you for sharing. I plan to make it there one day and appreciate you showing both sides .

  • @shawnmorris5693
    @shawnmorris5693 Před 2 měsíci +6

    Carpetbagger lookin' like Emperor Palpatine in that poncho

  • @Retromicky82
    @Retromicky82 Před 2 měsíci +4

    You ever thought of going further afield in Canada maybe visiting more towns etc jacob?

  • @HiddenJackpots
    @HiddenJackpots Před 2 měsíci

    Another great Niagara Falls video! Surprisingly being a resident here I've never been on either of the boats! Something I need to try. Thanks for the video!

  • @juanzapata492
    @juanzapata492 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Awesome 😎

  • @movingkindaslow
    @movingkindaslow Před 2 měsíci +1

    The Canadian boat you kept referring to as “the hornblower” is actually named “Niagara Thunder”. Hornblower Niagara Cruises is the name of the company that runs the cruises. They have two boats, Niagara Thunder and Niagara Wonder. Just an FYI.

  • @matthewfarmer2520
    @matthewfarmer2520 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Morning Jacob thanks for sharing this Niagara Falls boat tour, looks awesome, your adventures are more better, Adam is back at Disney again they get boring, i would call it his main attraction lol. Thanks for sharing this Jacob. You take care my friend 🤓📸

  • @suemoo22
    @suemoo22 Před 2 měsíci +1

    That’s awesome, I’d love to go. I think I would bring my own poncho that wasn’t so thin and not very good protection.

  • @unicorn063
    @unicorn063 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Love your Crypto shirt 👚