Canada
Whale watch: Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park
This is an extraordinary opportunity with experienced nature guides who follow strict park and environmental regulations that protect the marine life in this national park. Dolphin dart by, playful seals keep a watchful eye on visitors, and a variety of sea birds bob along. But it is the sight and sounds of these gentle giants that will remain forever in your heart.
read moreThe Château Frontenac: the heart of the flavors of Québec City
The Château Frontenac is one of the elegant luxury hotels built by the railway in the late 19th century to ensure luxurious nightly accommodations and dining when traveling by train across Canada. Designed by the father of Emily Post, it is the epitome of refinement and is one of the most photographed and recognized hotels in the world.
read moreNova Scotia: Peggy of the Cove with Ivan Fraser
Our most unforgettable stop during our day in the Halifax region was our visit to Ivan Fraser’s family home while en route to Peggy’s Cove
read moreWedgeport Sport Tuna Fishing Museum, Nova Scotia
The Wedgeport Sport Tuna Fishing Museum is the place to find mementos and celebrity photos of the glory days of this Sport Tuna Fishing Capital of the World.
read moreYe Olde Argyler Lodge, Argyle, Nova Scotia
We checked in to Ye Olde Argyler Lodge, in Lower Argyle, in time for dinner complete with live music that ranged from “Sweet Baby James” to French Acadian favorites.
read moreA perfect day in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia
Historic Annapolis Royal’s seaside setting and well-preserved heritage buildings have made it a center for cultural activity, artists, craftspeople, and performers.
read moreBirchtown, Nova Scotia’s Black Loyalist Landing
Birchtown, on Shelburne Harbour, was the site of the first and largest free black settlement in Canada.
read moreA perfect day in Shelburne, Nova Scotia
The influx of thousands of British Loyalists, Freed Blacks, and British soldiers fleeing the American Revolution turned this fishing village into one of the largest communities in North America.
read moreEel Lake Oyster Farm, home of the Ruisseau oyster, Ste-Anne-du-Ruisseau, Nova Scotia
After a boat ride on the crystal clear tidal lake to see the how their oysters are grown and harvested we returned to feast on not only the freshest raw oysters we have tasted but also some savory ones Kim baked for us. (starting at $30 a person)
read moreThe ultimate road trip in southwestern Nova Scotia
With the new Nova Star taking passengers and cars from Portland, Maine to Yarmouth, in the southwestern part of Nova Scotia, we decided to take a week-long road trip to explore this end of the province.
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