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Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec, Canada

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Baie-Saint-Paul, one of the oldest towns in Quebec, is the cultural capital of Charlevoix. Painters and other artists have long been drawn to the region for its natural beauty. Baie-Saint-Paul is also the birthplace of Cirque du Soleil.

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The Flavour Trail on L’Isle-aux-Coudres

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Five stops on the Flavour Trail in the province of Quebec’s Charlevoix region are along the sixteen mile route around L’Isle-aux-Coudres.

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Savor the flavors of Quebec’s Charlevoix

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Charlevoix is a top Canadian vacation destination to the east of Quebec City that abounds with outdoor activities and leads the French-speaking province of Quebec in agritourism.

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Whale watch: Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park

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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.

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The Château Frontenac: the heart of the flavors of Québec City

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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.

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Gloucester, Massachusetts: Fish and ships and so much more

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Gloucester attracts visitors from spring through fal for its oceanside setting, renowned whale watches, harbor cruises, deep-sea fishing trips, and seafood fresh from the dock.

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Nova Scotia: Peggy of the Cove with Ivan Fraser

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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

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Texas Uncorked!: Thinking outside the ropes

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Bucking broncos, bareback riding, steer wrestling, and mechanical bulls may seem an unlikely pairing with fine wines.

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Saratoga Springs: Queen of Spas, a Revolution, and Some Horsing Around

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Saratoga Springs is a resort city named for the therapeutic carbonated mineral waters. It is also renowned as a thoroughbred racing center.

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Wedgeport Sport Tuna Fishing Museum, Nova Scotia

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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.

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Ye Olde Argyler Lodge, Argyle, Nova Scotia

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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.

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A perfect day in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia

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Historic Annapolis Royal’s seaside setting and well-preserved heritage buildings have made it a center for cultural activity, artists, craftspeople, and performers.

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Birchtown, Nova Scotia’s Black Loyalist Landing

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Birchtown, on Shelburne Harbour, was the site of the first and largest free black settlement in Canada.

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A perfect day in Shelburne, Nova Scotia

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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.

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Eel Lake Oyster Farm, home of the Ruisseau oyster, Ste-Anne-du-Ruisseau, Nova Scotia

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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)

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The ultimate road trip in southwestern Nova Scotia

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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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Nova Scotia’s Acadians: The Pubnicos and Argyle

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When the Acadians returned to Nova Scotia after the Great Expulsion much of their former land had been resettled by the New England Planters. They were able to settle in the Pubnicos, which is now the world’s oldest region that is still Acadian.

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VIA Rail: Vancouver to Jasper

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We followed in the pathways of the indigenous First Nations, early explorers, fur traders, fishermen, gold prospectors, pioneers, railroad barons, and lumberjacks. By riding VIA Rail we sat back and enjoyed the ride through some of the most remarkable landscapes in the world.

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A cruise to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia aboard the new Nova Star

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We recently cruised round trip between Portland, Maine and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia aboard the new Nova Star, which began service on May 15, 2014.

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Kentucky: from Boone to bluegrass, bourbon, and barbecue

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The Bluegrass State is the birthplace of some of the best-loved country music, the breeding grounds of champion thoroughbreds for the Sport of Kings, and the producer of America’s finest native whiskey, bourbon, the drink of gentlemen.

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