Maine/New Brunswick/Prince Edward Island/Nova Scotia
On the Road: New England and the Canadian Maritimes
Program No. 19585RJ
From Portland, Maine, to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, explore unique ecosystems, maritime history, idyllic villages and world-famous cuisine with local experts.
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15 days
14 nights
35 meals
14B 13L 8D
1
Arrivals and Welcome to Portland, Maine
Portland, Maine
2
Old Port District Walking Field Trip
Portland, Maine
3
Maine Maritime History
Bucksport, Maine
4
Roosevelt Campobello Island International Park
Welshpool, NB
5
Kingsbrae Gardens
Moncton
6
Hopewell Rocks and Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
7
Beaconsfield Historic House, Great George Street, Scenic PEI
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
8
Hector Heritage Quay, Welcome to Nova Scotia
Baddeck, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
9
The Beautiful Cabot Trail
Baddeck, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
10
Alexander Graham Bell Museum
Halifax, Nova Scotia
11
Peggy's Cove, Discover Halifax
Halifax, Nova Scotia
12
Grand Pré National Historic Site, Acadian History
St. John, New Brunswick
13
Visit St. John, New Brunswick
Bar Harbor, Maine
14
Acadia National Park
Bar Harbor, Maine
15
Departures from Portland, Maine
Portland, Maine
At a Glance
On this cross-border adventure, discover the bustling cities, serene harbors and beautiful wild spaces of Maine and the Canadian Maritimes — learning about the connections between them. Experience the wild beauty of the Cabot Trail and Peggy’s Cove in Nova Scotia as well as the Bay of Fundy tides and fabled Hopewell Rocks. In Acadia National Park, breathe in the crisp air while taking in the lush, untainted landscape. Discover why this corner of the world is like no other, all while enjoying unique accommodations and local delicacies such as lobster and mussels!
Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Climbing a few flights of stairs, standing for up to one hour, walking on paved and unpaved surfaces up to two miles over the course of the day. Getting on and off coach.
What You'll Learn
- Examine the world's highest tides with naturalists on the Bay of Fundy.
- Delve into the historic beginnings of the cities of Portland, Saint John, Charlottetown and Halifax.
- Explore the Cabot Trail, looking for vast wildlife among the dense forests that meet with the ocean coast.
General Notes
This is an On the Road program that stays at nine different hotels, traveling about 1,500 miles over fifteen days. We try our best to explore each individual area as best we can and allow for plenty of stops. Please be aware that bus time is crucial and travel may take up to a few hours at a time.
Featured Expert
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Linda Pomerleau
Linda Pomerleau is a Mainer both by birth and by choice. Since retiring from a 25-year teaching career, during which she taught Maine history and language arts to 8th graders, she has been sharing her love of Maine by leading groups in Acadia National Park and all of Mount Desert Island. Linda enjoys kayaking, biking, hiking, and snowshoeing. She also enjoys spending time looking for moose and deer with her NYC grandkids when they are in Maine, as well as fostering their love of reading.
Please note: This expert may not be available for every date of this program.
Gerald Berlin
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After thirty plus years in health care education, Gerry embarked on a path of a long held interest in hospitality. His adventures include an eight-year stint at a Bar Harbor inn where he held various positions in food service, concierge, and guest services. Gerry also worked in the cruise industry in Bar Harbor as a member of the pier team. That last job led to Gerry’s interest in leading groups so he can share beautiful Mount Desert Island, Maine and the spectacular Acadia National Park.
Mary McGovern
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Mary McGovern was born in New York and has lived in New England, Florida, and Bavaria. She earned her bachelor's in international business and participated in a trade mission to Japan, which included a family homestay. Mary is a professional group leader in New York City and Washington, DC, and has led field trips on the East Coast and in Germany. In her free time, Mary travels with family and friends to experience new destinations and revisit old favorites.
Patrick Callaway
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Patrick Callaway is a Ph.D. candidate in history at the University of Maine; his dissertation is entitled "Feeding the Empire: Grain, Warfare, and the Persistence of the British Atlantic Economy, 1765-1815." Particularly, his research focuses on the role of American grain exports to the empire, the failed efforts of British officials to replace the United States as a source of grain, and the effects of the Napoleonic Wars on this exchange. He earned his M.A. in history from Montana State University in 2008.
Linda Pomerleau
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Linda Pomerleau is a Mainer both by birth and by choice. Since retiring from a 25-year teaching career, during which she taught Maine history and language arts to 8th graders, she has been sharing her love of Maine by leading groups in Acadia National Park and all of Mount Desert Island. Linda enjoys kayaking, biking, hiking, and snowshoeing. She also enjoys spending time looking for moose and deer with her NYC grandkids when they are in Maine, as well as fostering their love of reading.
Suggested Reading List
(8 books)
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On the Road: New England and the Canadian Maritimes
Program Number: 19585
Historic Acadia National Park, The Stories Behind One of America's Great Treasures
In a vibrant collection of true tales, Schmitt sketches the entire history of Acadia National Park, from its glacial origins to the first tourist flocks that descended on Bar Harbor.
Island, The Complete Stories
Raised in Cape Breton, Alistair MacLeod writes of family, the pull of old Gaelic traditions, love and the landscape and folkways of Nova Scotia in this collection of 16 stories. Winner of the Pen/Malamud Award.
Anne of Green Gables
This Norton Critical Edition of the immensely popular 1908 novel includes excerpts from Montgomery's journals, letters and juvenilia, as well as selections by Sir Walter Scott, Lord Byron and Louisa May Alcott.
Moon Handbook Atlantic Canada
A comprehensive guide to New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Prince Edward Island. With regional maps and detailed descriptions of St. John's and other points of interest, along with an overview of the people, wildlife and history of the region.
The Lobster Coast: Rebels, Rusticators, and the Struggle for a Forgotten Frontier
A fascinating cultural history of coastal Maine as seen through the lobstering industry.
Down East, A Maritime History of Maine
Maine's maritime history, from the coastal travel of Native Americans to the Basque fishing industry to the pleasure boating of today, incorporating ecology, culture and art into its well-researched history.
A Field Guide to North Atlantic Wildlife
A comprehensive pocket guide to commonly encountered marine mammals, seabirds and other marine life of Northeastern North America, from North Carolina to Newfoundland and the Canadian Maritimes.
The Atlantic Coast, A Natural History
Thurston illuminates the geology, plant and animal life and nature of the Atlantic coast from Newfoundland and Labrador through the Maritime Provinces and the Northeastern United States south to Cape Hatteras in this illustrated, engaging survey.