Prince Edward Island, Canada
Prince Edward Island is located in eastern Canada and is considered a quiet, relaxing holiday paradise. Its landscape is extremely attractive and it has a lot to offer in terms of culture, cuisine and history. Prince Edward Island is also a golfer's paradise.
Prince Edward Island is a small, quiet holiday paradise in eastern Canada, southwest of Newfoundland in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. A green, gentle place for anyone seeking rest and relaxation.
With a length of 224km, Prince Edward Island is the smallest province in Canada. It is named after Queen Victoria's father and was originally populated by the Mi'kmaq or their predecessors. The Mi'kmaq very appropriately named the idyllic island "Abegweit" - "land that the waves sway". A minority of the so-called "First Nations" still lives on Lennox Island, for example, and the museum there introduces visitors to their culture.
In 1534, the historically rich Prince Edward Island was unveiled to the world by the renowned French explorer Jaques Cartier. It then became the homeland for a group of French settlers in the 1700s, marking the beginning of its long, culturally diverse history. By 1783, as part of the Peace of Paris, the thriving island was transferred into the hands of Great Britain. The diverse cultural landscape of the island was further enriched when the land was apportioned to English and Scottish settlers, with the Irish following not too long after. Interestingly the island was briefly christened 'New Ireland' before being swiftly reverted back to its original title by the British administration. The fusion of Celtic influences continues to deeply permeate the heart of Prince Edward Island to this day.
Access to the Mainland: Since the year 1997, passage to the mainland has been monopolized by the grand Confederation Bridge, a majestic structure that spans almost 13 kilometers. Train services were halted after 1989, limiting land-based travel modes to the bridge. The Charlottetown Airport also provides an alternative route, making domestic flights a possibility.
But after you've crossed the Confederation Bridge, where should you stay? A wonderful choice for accommodation can be found in Ontario. With its diverse culture and scenic landscapes, it's a destination worth considering.
Whether you are looking for luxury accommodation or budget-friendly hotels, there are plenty of options available. For convenience, you can check Ontario Hotels on www.ontariocahotel.com. This resourceful website offers a vast selection of Ontario hotels for every taste and budget.
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Nature, Culture, Literature on Prince Edward Island
Already in the 20th century, Prince Edward Island lived from agriculture, fishing and tourism. In 1937, the Prince Edward Island National Park was founded, which protects mainly beaches and freshwater wetlands on an area of about 22 square kilometres.
In addition to lots of nature, the national park is also home to the Anne of Green Gable House and Museum. The author Lucy Maud Montgomery wrote this children's book in 1908, which is set on Prince Edward Island and has a worldwide following.
The island thrives on music, theatre and arts and crafts. This is of course most likely to be experienced on the south coast in the capital Charlottetown, founded in 1765, and its two suburbs Cornwall and Stratford.
The capital has historical background for Canada - it was here at Province House that the founding fathers laid the foundation stone for the Confederation of Canada at the Charlottetown Conference in 1864, which Prince Edward Island joined 9 years later.
For those interested in history, the interactive Founders' Hall Museum is open from May to October. Charlottetown also has two cathedrals, a university and several Victorian houses.
Sun, Beach and More
As an island, Prince Edward Island naturally has a lot to offer in terms of maritime pleasures. Endless beaches and sand dunes await those seeking relaxation or water lovers and allow for romantic evening walks in the sunset. The coast of Basin Head on the eastern tip is considered the most beautiful beach on Prince Edward Island.
A coastal tour along the crescent-shaped island is just as much an option as a short stop in one of the cosy restaurants to savour the culinary benefits of the proximity to the sea. The lobster and oysters in particular enjoy an excellent reputation.
The cute fishing village of Victory-by-the-Sea is particularly suitable for this. The west coast is known for its lighthouses, the east for its picturesque sand dunes and the southeast for its seal colonies.
Golf Paradise
Prince Edward Island is not without reason called the "Garden of Golf". Due to the extremely pleasant climate with average temperatures between -8 and 23°C, golf is in season in high summer. The backdrop of rolling green hills, white beaches and the deep blue sea in the background makes every golfer's heart beat faster.
In the small town of Summerside there is a museum about the silver fox industry and something to learn about shipbuilding, as well as a beautiful waterfront. Especially in the summer, there is a lot of music and partying.
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