Moon Atlantic Canada: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland & Labrador

by Andrew Hempstead

Overview

Catch a glimpse of the world's rarest whales, hike through lush forests, or wander around quaint historic towns: the very best of the northeast is yours with Moon Atlantic Canada. Inside you'll find:

• Strategic, flexible itineraries including scenic drives, ocean excursions, and the best of Atlantic Canada
• Top experiences and activities: Take in stunning scenery while driving the Cabot Trail or the Irish Loop, visit an active archeological dig at the Colony of Avalon, or study artifacts from the Titanic at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Savor local oysters at a waterfront restaurant, sample seasonal beers at North America's oldest operating brewery, and refuel with a hearty rappie pie after a day of touring Nova Scotia. Relax at cozy a colonial inn or listen to live jazz at a neighborhood pub 
• Best outdoor adventures: Bike through UNESCO-protected towns or cruise past massive icebergs. Cross-country ski and snowmobile in Sugarloaf Park or skate on frozen lakes near Halifax. Hike along rocky shoreline or through wildflower-filled river valleys. Kayak to a secluded island for a picnic lunch and camp out under the stars at oceanside parks
• Expert advice from local Andrew Hempstead on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Background information on the environment, culture, and history
• In-depth coverage of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, and Labrador

Get to know the best of Atlantic Canada with Moon's local insight, expert tips, and unique experiences.

Sticking to one province? Check out Moon Newfoundland & Labrador or Moon Nova Scotia, New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781640494589
Publisher:	Avalon Publishing
Publication date:	09/21/2021
Series:	Travel Guide
Edition description:	10th ed.
Pages:	520
Sales rank:	159,348
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 7.40(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

While writing Moon Atlantic Canada, Andrew Hempstead traveled extensively through all four provinces. He feasted on traditional rappie pie along the Acadian Coast, viewed the wonders of Prince Edward Island through the eyes of his children, and drove the entire length of the Trans-Labrador Highway. These diverse experiences, along with input from untold numbers of locals and a love of the outdoors, created this guidebook.


As a professional travel writer, Andrew spends as much time as possible out on the road. During his travels, he experiences the many and varied delights of Nova Scotia the same way his readers do.


Since the early 1990s, Andrew has authored and updated more than 60 guidebooks, and supplied content for regional and national clients like Expedia and KLM. His photography has appeared in a wide variety of media, ranging from international golf magazines to a Ripley's Believe it or Not! Museum.


Andrew and his wife Dianne also own Summerthought Publishing, a Canadian regional publisher of nonfiction books. He is a member of The Diners Club® World's 50 Best Restaurants Academy. Andrew has also spoken on travel writing to a national audience and has contributed to a university-level travel writing textbook.

Table of Contents

Discover Atlantic Canada 10

10 Top Experiences 14

Planning Your Trip 22

If You Have 23

The Best of Atlantic Canada 25

Fresh from the Sea 27

Top 10 Cultural Attraction 28

Rugged Atlantic Canada 30

A Family Affair 31

Best Scenic Drives 33

Best Hikes 34

Best Whale-Watching 36

Nova Scotia 37

Halifax 38

Sights 42

Recreation 56

Entertainment and Events 59

Shopping 63

Food 64

Accommodations and Camping 70

Information and Services 75

Getting There 75

Getting Around 77

South Shore 79

Halifax to Mahone Bay 82

Mahone Bay 86

Lunenburg 91

Lunenburg to Shelburne 99

Shelburne and Vicinity 104

Yarmouth 107

Fundy Coast 110

La Côte Acadienne 114

Digby and Vicinity 116

Annapolis Royal 122

Kejimkujik National Park 127

Annapolis Valley 128

Wolfville and Vicinity 131

Central Nova Scotia 138

Halifax to Truro 142

Glooscap Trail 145

Sunrise Coast to Picton 150

Pictou 152

Pictou to Cape Breton Island 156

Marine Drive 159

Cape Breton Island 167

Port Hastings to Baddeck 170

Baddeck and Vicinity 174

Chéticamp 179

Cape Breton Highlands National Park 180

Ingonish and Vicinity 187

The Northeast 190

New Brunswick 195

Saint John and the Fundy Coast 196

Saint John and Vicinity 199

St Andrews and Vicinity 214

Fundy Isles 220

Upper Fundy Coast 223

Saint John River Valley 229

Fredericton and Vicinity 232

Up the Saint John River 242

Acadian Coast 248

Moncton 252

Southeast from Moncton 260

Strait Coast 262

Miramichi River 268

Baie des Chaleurs 271

Prince Edward Island 277

Charlottetown and Queens County 278

Sights and Recreation 283

Entertainment and Events 287

Shopping 289

Food 289

Accommodations and Camping 292

Transportation and Services 294

The South Shore 295

Charlottetown to Cavendish 297

Cavendish 304

Prince County 312

Summerside 315

Malpeque Bay 317

Région Évangéline 321

Western Prince County 323

Eastern Prince Edward Island 330

Along Northumberland Strait 334

Murray Harbour to Souris 336

Souris and Vicinity 342

North Shore 343

Newfoundland and Labrador 349

St. John's and the Avalon Peninsula 350

Sights 356

Recreation 363

Entertainment and Events 364

Shopping 366

Food 367

Accommodations and Camping 370

Information and Services 372

Getting There and Around 373

Avalon Peninsula 374

Central and Western Newfoundland 381

Burin Peninsula and Vicinity 384

Bonavista Peninsula 387

Clarenville to Deer Lake 391

Deer Lake to Port-aux-Basques 399

Gros Morne National Park 405

Northern Peninsula 414

Labrador 423

Labrador Straits 427

Central Labrador 434

North Coast 438

Background and Essentials 443

Background 444

The Landscape 444

Plants and Animals 448

History 457

Government and Economy 463

People and Culture 465

Essentials 472

Transportation 472

Recreation 478

Accommodations 485

Travel Tips 488

Health and Safety 490

Information and Services 491

Resources 494

Suggested Reading 494

Internet Resources 499

Index 502

List of Maps 514