dimanche 4 août 2013

Visitors Guide For Sault Ste. Marie

By Lela Perkins


Sault Ste. Marie is twice the fun for visitors because there are two cities awaiting discovery for the price of one. There is one Sault Ste. Marie on either side of St. Mary's River that separates Michigan from Ontario. The river is the USA-Canada border in this region. Visitors have the chance to stay in the same place while enjoying a holiday in two countries, with two of the Great Lakes on either side linked by the river and two canals offering endless opportunities for recreation.

Better known in Michigan as the Soo, there is hardly any other place in the Upper Peninsula that is more beautiful or popular among visitors. Tahquamenon Falls is one of the main attractions, along with the Soo Locks, river fishing and other assorted activities by the waterfront. Given that this is Michigan's birthplace and the state's oldest city, tourists have loads of historic sites to see.

A tour of some amazing old lighthouses that still stand tall in the area is one of the highlights for tourists. Not to mention the Agawa Canyon train and a boat ride on the Soo Locks. The urban attractions on the Canadian side of the international bridge include more historic attractions, art galleries and museums.

The St. Mary's River drains out of Lake Superior and then runs for 75 miles before emptying into Lake Huron. Great Lakes freight traffic doesn't choke up the river because the shipping route goes through the locks on the U. S. Side. This leaves the river as an unspoiled treasure trove for people interested in fishing, recreation and adventure.

A casino is among the prominent gathering grounds for people seeking entertainment, along with the Soo Greyhounds. Those so inclined can also enjoy the pleasure of shows, movies and musicals at the Soo Theatre. The ice arena at Michigan's Pullar Stadium attracts sporting events. Skiing and other outdoor winter sports enthusiasts can head for Ontario's Haiwatha Highlands.

Visitors on both sides still need to decide on where to stay, eat and shop. Everyone has their own preferences and needs, so these are subjective decisions. For instance, travelers driving in on the I-75 or flying into the airport in Kinross may prefer Michigan accommodations that provide easy access to the highway and airport.

Similarly, Canadian visitors will find it easier to stay close to the airport in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Most everyone flying in from anywhere in the Americas, Europe or Asia will find this airport convenient as a gateway into the region. In the end, the choice of where to stay must be made based on what kind of activities the traveler has planned for the trip.

As far as shopping and dining are concerned, it might be a lot more fun to get a taste of restaurants and shops on both sides. The Canadians have a whole bunch of pizzerias and Italian restaurants, while the Americans have some fairly decent seafood and steak restaurants, along with plenty of sports bars. Sault Ste. Marie shopping is an eclectic experience with the quaint boutiques on the Michigan side providing a contrast to the malls and farmer's market across the river in Ontario.




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