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Thousand Islands & Boldt Castle Day Trip

🇨🇦 Thousand Islands & Boldt Castle Day Trip: The Ultimate 5-Hour Itinerary 🏰🚢 For those craving international flair without the long drive, this Gananoque-based cruise packs castle grandeur, border-hopping thrills, and gourmet pit stops into one seamless adventure. Here’s exactly how to nail it—down to the gelato. 🚢 Cruise Essentials (Viator 5-Hour Tour) ⏰ Timeline: • 9:30 AM: Depart Gananoque Marina (arrive by 9:00 AM for check-in) • 11:00 AM: Arrive Boldt Castle (US immigration) • 1:00 PM: Reboard ship • 2:30 PM: Return to Canada (customs check) 💵 Costs: • Tour: ~$120 CAD (book on Viator/Klook) • Parking: $9/day at marina • i94 Fee: $6 USD (pre-pay online https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov) 📝 Border Prep: Document Purple Wristband (CAN/US Passport) Red Wristband (Other Passports) Required Passport Passport + Valid US Visa EVUS/ESTA Not needed Required for some nationalities I94 Form Not needed Pre-pay online or do onsite ⚠️ Pro Tip: Screenshot your EVUS/ESTA approval—boat Wi-Fi can be spotty! 🏰 Boldt Castle: Maximizing 2 Hours 📍 Must-Do’s: 1. Grounds First: Snap the heart-shaped dock + yacht house before crowds hit 2. Theater Show: 20-min film on George Boldt’s tragic love story (starts every 30 mins) 3. Top Floors: Skip the gift shop—head straight to 3rd-floor balconies for island views 🚫 Current Limitations: • West wing under renovation (expected until 2025) • No rooftop access 🍽️ Post-Cruise Kingston Pit Stops 1️⃣ Tango Nuevo (Spanish Tapas) • Order: Patatas bravas + garlic shrimp (sauce so good you’ll lick the plate) • Vibe: Moody stone cellar with flamenco playlist 2️⃣ Mio Gelato (The Real MVP) • Can’t-Miss Flavors: • Maple Bacon (Canada in a cone) • Honey Lavender (like eating Provence) 🚗 Parking Hack: Use Springer Market Square lot ($2/hr)—5 mins to both spots. 📌 Critical Reminders • For Students: Bring study permit + passport for Canada re-entry • Weather Prep: Boat decks get 10°C colder than land—pack a windbreaker • Time Check: Ship departs sharply at 1PM—set phone alarms! #CastleHopping #BorderCrossingMadeEasy #KingstonEats

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Thousand Islands & Boldt Castle Day Trip

🇨🇦 Thousand Islands & Boldt Castle Day Trip: The Ultimate 5-Hour Itinerary 🏰🚢 For those craving international flair without the long drive, this Gananoque-based cruise packs castle grandeur, border-hopping thrills, and gourmet pit stops into one seamless adventure. Here’s exactly how to nail it—down to the gelato. 🚢 Cruise Essentials (Viator 5-Hour Tour) ⏰ Timeline: • 9:30 AM: Depart Gananoque Marina (arrive by 9:00 AM for check-in) • 11:00 AM: Arrive Boldt Castle (US immigration) • 1:00 PM: Reboard ship • 2:30 PM: Return to Canada (customs check) 💵 Costs: • Tour: ~$120 CAD (book on Viator/Klook) • Parking: $9/day at marina • i94 Fee: $6 USD (pre-pay online https://i94.cbp.dhs.gov) 📝 Border Prep: Document Purple Wristband (CAN/US Passport) Red Wristband (Other Passports) Required Passport Passport + Valid US Visa EVUS/ESTA Not needed Required for some nationalities I94 Form Not needed Pre-pay online or do onsite ⚠️ Pro Tip: Screenshot your EVUS/ESTA approval—boat Wi-Fi can be spotty! 🏰 Boldt Castle: Maximizing 2 Hours 📍 Must-Do’s: 1. Grounds First: Snap the heart-shaped dock + yacht house before crowds hit 2. Theater Show: 20-min film on George Boldt’s tragic love story (starts every 30 mins) 3. Top Floors: Skip the gift shop—head straight to 3rd-floor balconies for island views 🚫 Current Limitations: • West wing under renovation (expected until 2025) • No rooftop access 🍽️ Post-Cruise Kingston Pit Stops 1️⃣ Tango Nuevo (Spanish Tapas) • Order: Patatas bravas + garlic shrimp (sauce so good you’ll lick the plate) • Vibe: Moody stone cellar with flamenco playlist 2️⃣ Mio Gelato (The Real MVP) • Can’t-Miss Flavors: • Maple Bacon (Canada in a cone) • Honey Lavender (like eating Provence) 🚗 Parking Hack: Use Springer Market Square lot ($2/hr)—5 mins to both spots. 📌 Critical Reminders • For Students: Bring study permit + passport for Canada re-entry • Weather Prep: Boat decks get 10°C colder than land—pack a windbreaker • Time Check: Ship departs sharply at 1PM—set phone alarms! #CastleHopping #BorderCrossingMadeEasy #KingstonEats

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