Atlantic Canada

'down home' comes from those who sailed north to harvest produce of the sea or the Labrador coast in winter.

Then, of course, you know about the 'Boston States', I assume. Like going to Toronto or Fort Mac for younguns these days.

;)

Little Kopit wrote:
Steve, you only pay when leaving PEI. Bridge costs less than ferry.

& & & there is only one ferry in operation right now. They're running well into the night to complete a day's bunch of vehicles of all sizes. I haven't heard a report on when the ferry 'in repair' will be ready to go.

:C

I'm aware, we've done it many times, always love the ferry ride

on our way down there next week for a 5 week trip

funny we say "down there" but actually I'm further south than you are!!

Steve, you only pay when leaving PEI. Bridge costs less than ferry.

& & & there is only one ferry in operation right now. They're running well into the night to complete a day's bunch of vehicles of all sizes. I haven't heard a report on when the ferry 'in repair' will be ready to go.

:C

Little Kopit wrote:

armadillo 17 wrote:
Going to New Brunswick, Nova Soctia, and Prince Edward Island for most of the month of September. Would like to have as little schedule as possible. No Reservations, except for Labour Day weekend. Am I being foolish?

You are going to The Maritimes, only part of Atlantic Canada. Joey gave those 4 provinces which joined Canada finally, ie. 1949 the name Atlantic Canada.

You need a minimum of an additional 2 two weeks to include the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. & some cgs close right after Labour Day. But there are always gravel pits. Events for tourists in the smaller communities will be fewer, but you can still have a good time. & Gros Morne National Park has Cabot Trail beat by about 10 miles

FWIW I lived there 24.5 years.

;)

wrong lane sums it up nicely. I grew up in Fredericton and we visit every year(going there next week). Ontario to gaspe penn. to Fredericton to cabot trail(my sister lives on the cabot trail), return via lunenberg, pei back to f'ton and back home

if you go to pei, take the ferry one way and the bridge back, both a worthwhile experiences

For those who like mysteries may I suggest visiting Oak island in Mahone bay,near Halifax and its longest continuing search for treasure

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oak_Island

I love no schedules...we boondock a lot. We went that way in October of 2014 and had a great time...mostlly boon docking.

That is a nice quiet time of year to go. We overnighted in PEI in harbors and the wind energy institute, picnic parks, and wherever...a great time was had by all.

armadillo 17 wrote:
Going to New Brunswick, Nova Soctia, and Prince Edward Island for most of the month of September. Would like to have as little schedule as possible. No Reservations, except for Labour Day weekend. Am I being foolish?

You are going to The Maritimes, only part of Atlantic Canada. Joey gave those 4 provinces which joined Canada finally, ie. 1949 the name Atlantic Canada.

You need a minimum of an additional 2 two weeks to include the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. & some cgs close right after Labour Day. But there are always gravel pits. Events for tourists in the smaller communities will be fewer, but you can still have a good time. & Gros Morne National Park has Cabot Trail beat by about 10 miles

FWIW I lived there 24.5 years.

;)

You are coming here during the very best time of the year.

No need for reservations after Labour Day. You might find some attractions and campgrounds closed such as the boardwalk shops in Cavendish PEI but no worries, the best attractions and restaurants will be open, not crowded and some even lower prices in September. The fixed link is a 13 k (8 Mile) bridge that is quite a drive in a motorhome, safe but exciting just the same.

A good example of bargain prices after Labour Day is golf in PEI. World class tracks at rock bottom costs, can't be beat.

Check out Kiwanis Ocean Front Camping in St. Andrews NB in September. Through the week the place is almost empty. The small sites are not an issue and the seafood restaurants are all open.

Hartt's Island Campground near Fredericton is right on the Saint John River and water front sites are available. Visit Fredericton area Sept 13th to 18th to party at the Harvest Jazz and Blues Festival, the largest music festival in Atlantic Canada. It features many American performers.

Halifax has a municipal campground in the city on the city transit routes. Downtown Halifax is a must do while here. Shops, restaurants, bars, shopping and history all within a short walk. Peggy's Cove, Mahone Bay and Lunenburg are all an easy day trip from Halifax.

If you have time include Cape Breton. The Cabot Trail is a drive that will provide the most amazing vistas and get your blood flowing at the same time. You literally drive on cliffs hundreds of feet above the ocean. Best done with your toad!!

Welcome and enjoy.

Probably not. Things seem to quiet down quite a bit after Labor Day. You can always call a few campgrounds and see what their bookings look like during that time frame.