Gareth Davis follows the War of 1812 Trail from Washington DC, the scene of the devastating British attack; through Virginia, visiting the home of wartime President James Madison, and parasailing over the anchorage of the British fleet; to Maryland, where the rockets' red glare and bursting bombs inspired the national anthem. Gareth discovers how visitors can rediscover the past, the attractions and sights on offer, and some of the Capital Region's signature tourism experiences
Gareth Davis continues the War of 1812 Trail in Ontario, Canada; from Niagara where many of the war's key battles were fought; through Toronto which was captured and burnt by the Yanks; to Ottawa to join in with Canadians' celebration of their national holiday, Canada Day. Gareth takes the famous Maid of the Mist through Niagara Falls, helicopters over the Niagara River landing in one of the region's many vineyards for lunch amongst the vines, and steps out at 1200 feet on the CN Tower's Edgewalk to assess the changing face of Lake Ontario.