Our plans, decisions, and adventures
On a recent trip to the Atlantic Provinces, the travelers dedicated five nights to exploring the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island. Despite a trail access ban due to fire risks, they enjoyed scenic drives, cultural sites like the Alexander Graham Bell Museum, and picturesque locations such as Pleasant Bay, while concluding their trip in Sydney and North Sydney.
The visit to Prince Edward Island (PEI) evolved from initial skepticism due to past impressions to a more positive experience. The trip included exploring Charlottetown, enjoying scenic views, and the beautiful coastal routes. Highlights were staying at a chef-run accommodation and visiting various lighthouses, despite experiencing quiet areas like Summerside.
The month-long house sit in Rose Bay provided an ideal base for exploring nearby towns and scenic routes, including Lunenburg and Mahone Bay. Highlights included celebrating Canada Day in Riverport, visiting Peggy's Cove and its memorial, enjoying activities at Kejimkujik National Park, and exploring Halifax.
The journey began in Moncton, chosen for its rental car deal and upcoming housesit. After exploring the tidal bore, local culture, and enjoying a BBQ festival, the trip continued to the Acadian Peninsula, Fredericton, Saint Andrews, and Saint John, before culminating in Annapolis Royal and Wolfville, highlighting coastal attractions and vibrant local communities.
An intro to our Atlantic Provinces trip.
In April 2024, we traveled from Olympia, Washington, slowly meandering through the Kootenay region of British Columbia, including towns like Nakusp, Nelson, and Grand Forks. The journey included visits with friends, scenic campgrounds, bike rides, and a memorable family gathering.
We started 2023 on the third month of a wonderful trip through Portugal and Spain. We had found out in October 2022--days away from our flight to Portugal--that Ken needed a monthly eye treatment for 12 to 18 months beginning immediately. Not wanting to cancel our trip, we arranged the second treatment in Porto. Though... Continue Reading →
Pennsylvania We crossed through Pennsylvania on our way north to Corning, New York (see New Jersey and New York), and then returned south to Pennsylvania to continue our journey west. Finally, we were immersed in autumn colours. Susquehanna River: Wyalusing Rocks Overlook We stayed one night at Ives Run campground in the Tioga-Hammond Lakes Recreation Area.... Continue Reading →
We didn't want to leave Vermont since the forests had not yet reached their autumn colour peak, but we had booked a housesit in New Jersey, so leave we did. Once we got adjusted to leaving, we started looking forward to what was next. Our New Jersey housesit homeowner had suggested stopping at Storm King... Continue Reading →
Cathedral Ledge After exploring the coast of Maine, it was time to turn inland to visit the forests and mountains of New Hampshire and Vermont. We drove across Maine into the White Mountains and the Cathedral Ledge State Park in New Hampshire. Cathedral Ledge Scenic Lookout offered gorgeous views of the valley, lakes, and across... Continue Reading →
We spent about a week on Maine's beautiful coast and Acadia National Park and could have easily spent a lot more. There are so many nooks and crannies to poke about in, rocky shores to hike, places to explore by bicycle and beaches to hang out at. Ogunquit and Wells While camping in Wells for... Continue Reading →
Just left: West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Now: Qualicum Bay, British Columbia, Canada
Up next: Gabriola Island, British Columbia, Canada
Life: Phase Next 