The Best Kept Secret Near Niagara Falls

If you'd like to help fuel the Babe Bus' mini mobile mission:
PayPal: www.paypal.me/...
OR, become one of my gracious Patreon $upporters: / caseyroman
#vanlife #travel #solotravel #travelvlogger #vanconversion #solofemaletravel #babebus

[@AudeKhatru]

And this is why I keep watching. You go to one of the biggest tourist destinations in the world, and spend about 2 minutes on it, but then you find a real feel-good story about people doing something they love for the sheer love of it. Take your thumbs up, and keep them coming.

[@rickdurrett644]

That was so great! Those little kids faces full of happiness and the adults, too. Wonderful find. Built out of love.

[@tinyvango8757]

Isn't it wonderful to find a place not (re-built) built for greed? Thanks for sharing.

[@stevewoods7299]

RIGHT!!!

[@sarabrant723]

I lived in Niagara falls from the time I was born until I was twenty-eight I'm 31 now it is a terrible horrible depressing city.. you're right it's all built for greed in the greed is for the government officials..they don't talk about the crime rate the murder rate they don't talk about anything and I as a tourist stuff. They talk about the casino and the mall and the falls and maid of the mist.. they don't tell you how is she go two blocks past the aquarium on 3rd it is horrible.. hopefully people actually stick to her guide.. and don't go off on their own

[@officially_trashcosplay9414]

I live right outside and just learned it was oringinally filled with people who used it for greed until it was deemed as a public park

[@lovesalaska1329]

Love that you show the wonderful places to see if you just step away from the touristy spots!

[@kws200a]

Ms. Casey, I can't tell you how much I really love your channel. You are far above the other RV channels that I watch (and they are many). I have never ever, fm the first time I came upon your channel, been disappointed. Always a smile with your stories. THANKS AGAIN.

[@elviscobb5922]

No matter how many people there are, the NIAGARA FALLS is a MUST see destination! Words can not begin to describe the experience of visiting this breathtakingly awesome site!

[@cindyhatch5062]

Wow Casey, you sure do continue to find the gems !!!💗

[@underacheiver2000]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us Casey. You have a gift for showing the world a forgotten America that exist outside the big cities. Your charm, bravado and curiosity are infectious and keep me looking forward your next story.

[@patriciabaker7675]

That's what I always say, "There's too many damn people and I'm one of em." lol

[@SiLaChaCha]

Exactly why I haven't been to Europe.

[@palindrom8369]

All your tiny little documentarys are gold.

[@taylorbad]

I worked on creating A Carousel for Missoula. When we opened, it was amazed at watching the 80 year-old ladies turn into youngsters once the carousel ponies started spinning. Our carousel ponies are hand-carved out of wood and we have the largest band organ in continuous use. Come visit Montana, Casey--I will buy you a ride!

[@RATCLIFFE-LISTENS]

Another amazing story brought me to tears. Great Job Casey

[@russpost2557]

The falls in the winter time is beautiful , cold but beautiful .

[@pammicakes41]

You're endearing, hysterically funny and natural born storyteller! Your narration comes to life, exuding a genuine curiosity. You're an old soul Casey!

[@melissashuman6595]

I love your weekly videos about your daily life and they are soo funny, but your storytelling ones about things and places are just awesome. They make me want to visit those places so bad!!! I can't wait to see your next chapter of adventures!!

[@pfsmall]

Just loved your videos! We live in NC now but grew up in NY. We took our 11 year old grandson to Niagara Falls last summer. I will never forget the look of awe on his face when he saw it!!

[@sherrymadden2599]

Once a reporter, always a reporter ! Enjoyed this one !!

[@marianjacobs5597]

Another wonderful post, thank you Casey

[@stacyscott5270]

Awesome story!!! Love the history!! What an amazing woman ( Rosemary). Bless her and all the volunteers for restoring the past♥️♥️♥️. Well done♥️♥️♥️

[@carriekernel5564]

I just love the Passion of these adorable people

[@loribrightwell4849]

That's awesome narrative, as always. Thanks Babe

[@samwhittemore5614]

"Peopley".......LOL! This vid is another home run for Casey! Thank you for allowing a disabled and homebound person to see America through your wit and reporting skills. You definitely convey the 'feels' of a place and its' people. I can't begin to thank you enough for your care and hard work in all aspects of creating these videos.

[@SheHuntsZombies]

You highlight the stuff that is truly interesting, and its lovely seeing good humans doing good things.

[@epiccandy]

Ya did it again! Casey, love love , love your yt channel. Substance and humor! You make my life full!

[@lyndenmcdonald4285]

Dad was born in Niagara falls Canada..as kids we visited the falls in the 60s regularly when no huge hotels existed..just small motels and cottages..it was wonderful

[@misdesixtysix8255]

What a lovely labor of love that went into the Amusement Park. And the Falls, yep, too many people. So glad you're my walking tour guide. 👏😁

[@trowa1742]

I live in Niagara falls and I don't goto the falls due to the amount of people .. I love smaller places like Lewiston , Youngstown and Olcott

[@matthewbegin7704]

Wow, I wish we had that kind of thing here. It's really nice to see that sort of thing exists.

[@teamaster8686]

Bringing laughter to people is the best volunteer job one can have!

[@susiesmith9957]

Another fascinating video, many thanks for informing and entertaining us!

[@6248cjl]

LOVE your cute photo bomb at the end!❤️ Thank you for another great video!

[@bathens4971]

I love this! Watched it twice ❤❤

[@marjiecleveland]

What a wonderful place! Next time I’m in the Niagara Falls area, I’m gonna stop by!

[@stitchinghaven6276]

"Casey Roman! Magnet for Interesting!" you have the gift!

[@stevewoods7299]

You have the training to be such a pro at this!!!

[@sandyjocapper9033]

I've never been to Niagara Falls and it's always been on my bucket list. HOWEVER, after seeing that boat with orange clad people crammed in shoulder to shoulder I think I'll just visit there vicariously through you and call it a day. Olcott Beach seems like a real blast from the past though and reminds me of my childhood. Can't wait to see more video of the teaser you ended with. Great videos Casey! I love your sarcastic wit!!

[@sportynat8702]

What a concept! A historic inexpensive place to make kids smile. That lady who headed the restoration was a godsend. Great video! Thanks for brightening my day!

[@campgoerOne]

What a nice video of the falls and the reborn again amusement park! As always great video Casey! 👍 😊

[@greg33770]

i was there in 69, when they built the dam to stop the American side.....you did a great job, nice video....we use to go to Crystal Beach amusement park in the Canadian side, great place(sadly now gone)

[@horseychris4224]

WOW! I love following you around the country and seeing these beautiful gems, learning about architecture and moo doulaling!! 😀 I get so excited when I see there is a new babe bus episode!! Thank you! 🥰

[@rev.jennyosorio7003]

God bless these people!! Nostalgia is a wonderful thing. We need to re live them once in awhile. I remember when I used to buy an ice cream come for 10 cents. The good old days.

[@tconly875]

I really enjoy your videos, natural selection and the music.

[@jeffp636]

Thank you for a great story. I grew up near olcott. Nice little place hidden away

[@sarabrant723]

Polar bear swim!!!

[@gregory2622]

Excellent story telling! 😎👍👍

[@ovmn]

What a beautiful place.. such great people building memories for a new generation :) you bright my day when I get a notification on my email :)

[@cheryln9048]

Another great video, thank you! 👍😊❤

[@jgm9927]

It's amazing what you manage to pry out of the woodwork of these backwater towns.

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

_The Olcott Beach Carousel Park warmed a warrior's heart, she did it for all the right reasons, as far as I am concern._

[@richardsundown2175]

I live in downtown Niagara Falls NY take my advice DO NOT Plan a visit on any HOLIDAY weekend in in the summer... It's completely packed and traffic is gridlocked 🏠❤🏠💃💛🏃🎶🎶

[@jennyjohns48]

I went to Niagara last year and felt the same disappointment. One of the most charming places is nearby on the Canadian side and the name of the town is Niagara-on-the-Lake. I used to write a monthly newsletter for a b&b there and they have so many things going on all year and the town is incredibly beautiful. I wish I had known about this little place! Thanks for bringing these to our attention!

[@tietjeweaver3325]

another great story by Casey Roman. Love it!!! Teary eyes, so grateful for you to show the best in people.

[@miamorgan1126]

Lol! The photo at the end is awesome

[@stephaniemcbroom9615]

Such a beautiful place!!!

[@nataliyacenteno8521]

Lived here in Buffalo my whole life and never heard about Olcott beach carousel. I’m going to take my daughter there! Thank you.

[@angelaneusen657]

I loved this video!! We have an amusement park like that in Green Bay, WI called Bay Beach and I would take my kids to it a few years ago. They still talk about that place. Definitely a memory making place also😀

[@SantaSirGlennDrHeald]

Another awesome report, MyDear

[@jenniferharris7633]

Ok, my husband and I were seriously thinking about going to NF in September. Thank you for confirming my suspicion about the crowds. Like yourself, I loathe crowds....and people in general. Now had it been full of baby holsteins, I'd go in a heartbeat.

[@BriarRose74]

Jennifer Harris - in September, the kids will be back in school and a lot less people there. I went once in December. It was pretty much just me and one other there, plus free parking to boot!

[@ashevans5152]

I live in the falls...just wait until mid September...no one will be here! Our tourist season is from April-October...but seriously once summer is over....no one comes here! Our city survives off of the 3M ppl that visit for those 5-6 months..literal ghost town after that!

[@Charlieshomeimprovement]

I love your work!

[@kimberlymayo9951]

Not a "Maid of the Mist" kind of girl? LoL. I have only been once but nice to see again. Thanks for letting me live vicariously through you.

[@donnaodum1872]

Brought back great memories of the boardwalk from my childhood...growing up in Jax Beach, Florida

[@DavidHuffTexas]

We were in Niagara Falls just last year, but on the Canadian side, which is bigger and has more things to do (some tacky tourist stuff + some really cool historical things). The little town of Niagara on the Lake just up the road was quite beautiful, too.

[@tangielambert2092]

I wish they would do this to the old pavilion in Myrtle Beach. Those wooden rollercoaster s were awsome!

[@randlayman2668]

You rock at finding these out of the way treasures,keep up the great investigation quest!!

[@brianheffernan8982]

That was a lovely video, Casey.

[@jodypena6601]

Casey, you have such a talent...and quite a set of hither yonders. I adore the sass from that pair of unlikely lady anatomy parts; and feel as though I could sit and bullsh!t through a couple brew with you. I truly anticipate each episode you publish. Thank you.

[@rebeccalong171]

Thank you Casey. Great video. Kids park was my favorite part.

[@Sheila-vl9xk]

Wow, what a cute place. We live in St. Catharines, Ontario, and we're going to Olcott Beach tomorrow! Thanks for this!

[@priceisright3004]

Putting this on my bucket list! Precious. 😊

[@ThatSocialloner]

Amazing video as always

[@ayanaanon1054]

Yesssss gurl...I cannot take the crowds

[@sunnyrivers]

Great content, thank you‼️

[@judieszydlowski4608]

Thanks for this one! My niece and I are visiting the Falls area in October.

[@mommakittyhiking]

Great reporting, I will add this my list!!!!! Watching this with my 13 year old and we wish we had something like that close to us.

[@lamontbarnes8286]

Thanks for the trip

[@darlenerojo2052]

Excellent video including the history, simplicity and the people's passion to keep it alive!

[@aerobicsmomof3]

I almost committed murder at the grand canyon a couple of weeks ago. If I saw one more person blocking my view because they were taking an effing selfie......

[@Roobah]

Next time try going to Hite Overlook at the Glenn Canyon National Rec Area (in S. Utah, a bit further up the river). Practically the same view, 1/100th the crowd.

[@maggardyful]

I've been there. No pun intended, the strength and force of that rushing water is mesmerizing. My husband said at the time, gazing down at the furious flow. It makes you want to jump! Lol. Thanks for the video.

[@simplysusan.5625]

Wonderful! I was there in 1958! The American side was shut down then i think. I really want to go back and i will ride the carousel!!

[@TerriLynch]

Amazing story😊

[@johntzeimet]

I loved the video !! ♥️ Brought back wonderful memories ! I also get a kick out of how you photograph yourself in the background. Thank you !

[@stevewoods7299]

That was lovely, It is high on my bucket list to go to when I get started, in 9 years or maybe less. Cannot wait to see that church teaser at the end!

[@UFOzNoJoke]

I'll be recommending this place to anyone going to Niagra from now on. Thank you.

[@queenlorea2094]

I love this place! It gave me special memories of my childhood community. Thanks for sharing❤️💖🌹

[@christinetaylor5726]

What a wonderful lady for rebuilding that place. Thanks for another great video. :)

[@KatieGibbons1000]

Perfect story!

[@woffordsoverlandjourneys8618]

You have really great content especially being a former reporter our book just came out on Amazon keeping up with the Wofford paperback and ebook

[@safehiking]

you are a very talented reporter especially since now you get to say exactly what you want.This is why tv is dying and youtube is taking over youtube is so much more entertaining and fun to watch thank you for a great report!

[@jpatrickmoore5158]

Nice to hear the Popeye song at the end! I live near Willamette Falls, the largest waterfall by volume in the northwestern US, and home of the first long distance electric transmission line in the US. I have had the opportunity to ride a jet boat up near the base of the falls. Luckily, one of our native tribes recently won the right to build fishing platforms, so in a few years, it's likely to be even more exciting to visit.

[@sharonrice8255]

Awesome video !!!

[@paulbetka1803]

Awesome Casey😀👍

[@stone8654]

Awesome Amusement Park 😎👍

[@lyfandeth]

No mention of Horseshoe Falls? Or the incredible light show put on every night, best seen from the Canadian side?

[@2Peachcobler]

Maybe because it was a tourist place but $.25 a ride in the 40's sounds a little high, especially during the depression.

[@kathrynesq8814]

That 25 cents would be $3.56 today. That seems like a pretty good price.

[@2Peachcobler]

Dearing the depression! Are you crazy people didn’t have money to spare unless they were rich. Plus I paid $.25 in the late 60s to see a double feature movie. That’s per ride not to just to get in the gate. At least that’s how it sounded to me.

[@LongIslandMopars]

Another “Showcasey” production. Brilliant. 👌🏻

[@journeyman4328]

If I went to Niagara Falls I'd been more interested in finding the old Nikola Tesla Laboratory and Statue. But now that park would be on the list. And I couldn't put my finger on it at first until you said it. I did not see one Cellphone out in the entire park. Great find!!!

[@cenedraleaheldra5275]

Wow beautiful. I cant wait to see the next one.. WOW that building..

[@johnfishlock22132]

Great videos. Nice to know there are other people with great personalities who "get it"

[@billj7784]

Think about it, what your fortune said. School this year will be interesting and fun. You're being schooled on Van life and you're having a lot of fun with it. The first time I went to Niagara Falls was 56 years ago, 1963 and I rode the Maid of the Mist Under the Falls, no bulshit. Back then you were able to ride under the falls. I road the Maid of the Mist again 30 years later, 1993, I think the closest we could get was about 200 yards away from the falls. You get soaking wet. Niagara Falls destroyed my Minolta 35 millimeter camera. It never worked again.

[@donnajones9006]

I visited in January. Damn cold for someone from Arizona but no teaming visitors. We had it all to ourselves.

[@marksr8784]

I'm popeye the Sailor Man..😊 lol my favorite song 🍺 back in the day 😊

[@TexomaRoadTrippers]

Wonderful! Rides like a few of those, we had in Wichita Falls Texas back when I was a kid. I see smiling faces like we were way back when. Thank you for sharing and sparking old memories. Brandon

[@SiLaChaCha]

Next yr I am saving and planning to go to travel the east coast. I've been to a few states but it was while I was training in the military so I wasn't able to explore. I just added this place to my to-do-list 👍