We became enchanted with the life and folk art of Maud Lewis while visiting the Art Museum of Nova Scotia in Halifax. Here was a woman who never traveled outside two counties in her native Nova Scotia. Yet, her art speaks to everyone. Continue reading Who is Maud Lewis?
Category Archives: 2017 Canadian Northeast
Louisbourg Fortress Cape Breton
Want to time travel? If you do, be sure to visit Louisbourg Fortress, founded by the French in 1713 and named for Louis XIV.. Oh, the guns are not loaded unless you want them to be….they offer the opportunity to dress in period costume and fire a cannon and musket! Continue reading Louisbourg Fortress Cape Breton
Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia
We stopped mid-day on our way from Halifax to Indian Cove to see the big draw for these parts…. the rural community of Peggy’s Cove. Continue reading Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia
Halifax
We took two days to explore Halifax….you need at least three and be sure to include Dartmouth in your adventure. Continue reading Halifax
Cape Breton – Sydney and Cabot Trail
We left PEI and took the ferry to Cape Breton…our destination was Sydney, founded by the British in 1785. Who knew it would offer rock music and ribs?? Continue reading Cape Breton – Sydney and Cabot Trail
The Kitchen Table PEI
We were two of twelve guests at The Kitchen Table on PEI. Hot ticket, reservations required….a destination for foodies. Continue reading The Kitchen Table PEI
Prince Edward Island
The Dalvay on PEI was our home for several days. We are conflicted as to our recommendation of the historic inn. The staff and food were brilliant, the accommodations, well, not so much. Continue reading Prince Edward Island
Old Quebec City
Our friends, Susan and Gayle, are in the midst of a 61 day road trip through the eastern provinces of Canada this summer. They are the inspiration for our 30 day road trip beginning in Quebec. Continue reading Old Quebec City
Ride to Montmorency Falls
At the waterfront you can rent bicycles and ride to Montmorency Falls, about 12 kilometers from downtown Quebec. Continue reading Ride to Montmorency Falls