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April 2004 :: Issue 1

Meet the Editor

"So here’s to the beginning of what I hope to be an ongoing conversation about the Port of Rochester development, the fast ferry, and things to do in and around Rochester and Toronto. "

— Lou Iuppa
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Welcome to the first issue of the PORT OF ROCHESTER.com newsletter!

If your visits to our web site are any indication, the excitement about the fast ferry is building! For those of you who like numbers, there has been an almost 800% increase in site traffic since November 2003. We’re starting to see more activity from Canadian visitors too – as everyone prepares for the delivery of the fast ferry, the inaugural trip, and the continued development of the Port of Toronto and the Port of Rochester projects.

PORT OF ROCHESTER.com started in 2000 as an information site following the progress of the Port of Rochester development and the “potential” fast ferry project. On March 1, 2004, based on the significant increase in site traffic, the site was re-launched with a focus to achieve the following goals:

Support the success of the fast ferry
Promote international tourism
Support the growth of the Rochester, Toronto and surrounding area local economies

To achieve these goals, obviously we need your help! So, I encourage you to point your friends to our site AND we invite you to take an active part in the development of the site and site content.

We encourage you to send us your stories. Where did you go? What did you do? What would you recommend for others to try? Also, send us your comments and suggestions about the site, so that we can grow our services in valuable ways to meet your changing needs.

Lastly, we’re always looking for new and creative ways to partner with individuals, groups and/or larger companies. The only requirement we have is that we partner with the intent of meeting the goals that have been established for the site. Contact us, we’re interested in your ideas and we’re very easy to partner with!

Featured Tour

Grand Toronto Tour
plus Harbour Cruise

Toronto skyline from Centre Island

What a perfect combination! Begin this fantastic experience with a Grand City Tour and discover the technological and artistic beauty of Toronto. Following the tour, you'll be captivated by a narrated tour of the Toronto Harbour Front and islands, on one of the city's premiere sightseeing vessels. Enjoy the breathtaking views of Canada’s most dynamic city... from towering skyscrapers to tranquil parks and lagoons!

Starting from $32.00 USD

PORT OF ROCHESTER.com is a Canadian American Transportation Systems (CATS) marketing partner.

Special Event

ARTISANworks
Community Canvas
a charity event

The Elizabeth Gallery

4/28/2004

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
565 Blossom Road
Rochester, NY

While mingling and touring the gallery, guests can watch local celebrity artists create colorful masterpieces on blank canvases, which will be auctioned off during the evening. Drawings will be held for great prizes such as gift certificates to the area’s leading spas, restaurants, and jewelers, tickets to sporting events, cases of spirits, and more. A pianist will provide wonderful live music.

Did You Know…

Niagara-On-The-Lake is just about 100 miles drive from Rochester, NY.

If you are looking for that special romantic getaway this summer, explore the b&b packages, wine tours, bicycle tours – something for everyone and all with an international flare!