In The Footsteps Of Captain Cook
Posted on Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Gros Morne National Park & World Heritage Site
At Gros Morne, learn about the collision of the continents and the geology of this unique land that contains rock that is over a billion years old. Re-live the past through archives dedicated to Eskimos, Maritime Archaic Indians, Beothuck Indians and early Europeans, and see how they lived and survived in this beautiful and harsh land.
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Sept-Iles Quebec
Posted on Sunday, November 15, 2009
Discover Sept-Iles, one of Quebec's largest cities surrounded by forests and awash in lakes and rivers; it is a veritable paradise for hunters and anglers. Visit Jolliet's trading post which in 1967, was refurbished to look as it did in 1786 and serves as a museum for the local hunting traditions. Here you'll also have the opportunity to step inside a traditional shaputuan (animal skin tent) and listen to Innu discuss their culture and current challenges. The Shaputuan Museum allows visitors to further discover and appreciate the Innu culture by featuring both an exhibit of seasonal Innu lifestyle as well as a display of traditional art work by local artists.
Popular excursion: Sept-iles Archipelago Zodiac Cruise
Board a 12-passenger Zodiac that will take you on a fascinating two-hour cruise through a splendid archipelago in the heart of a region, recognized as one of the five best places in the world to observe and follow whales. You'll be able to view Corossol Island, a bird sanctuary and a perfect place for whale watching. Also visit Manowin Island known for its unique bird-nesting cliffs.
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Niagara Falls
Posted on Wednesday, October 28, 2009
The Canadian side of the Falls is 177 ft (54 m) high and has a crest 2,200 ft (671 m) long, forming a deep curve and earning the nickname Horseshoe Falls. The American Falls are higher at 183 ft (56 m), but are only 1,075 ft (328 m) wide and somewhat less spectacular due to a rock slide in 1954 that left a number of boulders at the base. Until the 1840s, there was only a small pathway which led to the Falls and tourists did not begin arriving until the railroad made the area accessible to large groups of people. By 1885, the Ontario Legislature established a commission to preserve the natural beauty of the Falls on the Canadian side of the border. Throughout its history, Niagara Falls has been a place for daredevils who have tried to go over the Falls in barrels and rafts, or even cross them by riding a bicycle on a tightrope. Some of these pranksters survived, but many did not. 
Niagara Falls is one of the most spectacular and famous sights in North America. The US/Canada border bisects the Niagara River and the Falls, and a bridge over the river connects the towns of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York.
Today, the Niagara Falls is a combination of honky-tonk side shows, honeymoon hotels, and awe-inspiring natural beauty.
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Nova Scotia
Posted on Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Another popular stop on Fall Foliage (Canada and New England cruises,) is Nova Scotia.
Halifax is the provincial capital of Nova Scotia and the most populated city in the province. Founded in 1749, Halifax was originally established as a military settlement for the British. However, after the Halifax Explosion in 1917, it was reconstructed and became a modernized port city due to its geographic location. Today, the city is diversified with both historical landmarks such as the Halifax Citadel and ultra-modern glass tower buildings.
On the waterfront, visitors can enjoy exploring the bustling port community and view historic ships docked in Halifax Harbour.
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Lac Le Jeune Canada
Posted on Monday, August 31, 2009
Located south of Kamloops, Lac Le Jeune is a lake and park known for its abundance of wildlife. Established as a provincial park in 1956 and operated by the British Columbia Ministry of the Environment, it provides habitat for beaver, moose, birds and other wildlife. The lake is a popular spot for fly-fishing and fighting rainbow trout. The shoreline and park are surrounded by hill terrain and forests. With over 100 campsites in the park, it is an excellent location to enjoy the great outdoors and nature in the summertime.
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