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"The writers have
the most impeccably eccentric and well-traveled backgrounds..."
—San Francisco Chronicle
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Summary and Reviews
Captivating and picturesque, the four easternmost provinces of
Canada are yours to discover with the 4th edition of Moon Handbooks
Atlantic Canada. Authors Mark Morris and Andrew Hempstead provide
details on Nova Scotia's maritime traditions, New Brunswick's Acadian
Coast, Prince Edward Island's seaside villages, and Newfoundland and
Labrador's great outdoors. Enjoy the stunning combination of European
background and rugged North American beauty, the cultural and historical
coverage Moon Handbooks are known for, and all the practical information
you'll need:
►Descriptions of the region’s natural and human
history, including everything you'll need to know about visiting unique
places like the Bay of Fundy, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, and
Newfoundland's Avalon Peninsula
►Detailed coverage of outdoor recreation, such as surfing at
Lawrencetown Beach, lobster fishing in Northumberland Strait, fishing
along the Miramichi River, and golfing on Prince Edward Island
►Comprehensive coverage
of the Calgary Stampede and small town festivals such as the World
Championship Pumpkin Weigh-in
►A range of overnight options,
from the most scenic campgrounds to
historic gems like Dalvey by the Sea.
►Recommendations for dining
across Atlantic Canada. Each cafe and restaurant reviewed has been personally
visited by the author
►Many more helpful inclusions, such as
transportation options and operating hours of
local visitor centers
►Sidebars on such topics as
cutting flight costs, traditional Acadian recipes, and Lucy Maud
Montgomery
►58 color and
b&w maps that correspond with the text
►Extensive resources, including
a comprehensive index, useful internet addresses, and suggestions for further
reading
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Highlights of
Atlantic Canada
New
Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Nova Scotia
Prince Edward Island
National Parks
"Attractions and sightseeing trips are detailed
and well presented with useful recommendations for food and drink and things
to see and do."
—Eclectic Book Reviews
"For hardy wanderers, few guides come more
highly recommended than Moon Handbooks. They include good maps, steer clear
of the fluff and flackery, and offer plenty of money-saving tips."
—U.S. News and World Report
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