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Arts, Culture and Heritage Links Green Gables, part of Prince Edward Island National Park has become famous around the world as the inspiration for the setting in Lucy Maud Montgomery's classic tale of fiction, Anne of Green Gables. In real life, this farm was the home of David Jr. and Margaret Macneill, who were cousins of Mongomery's grandfather. Shortly after her death in 1942, Lucy Maud Montgomery was recognized by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada as being a person of national historic significance, and a monument and plaque were erected at Green Gables in 1948. www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/pe/greengables/index_e.asp Acadian Museum - Through permanent and temporary exhibits and genealogical resources, the visitor explores the Acadians' 300-year presence on the Island. In 1720 the first Acadians arrived on Île-Saint-Jean. With great pride in their heritage, the Acadians have preserved their culture and language. www.peimuseum.com Orwell Corner Historical Village - Orwell Corner Historic Village opened in July of 1973. Orwell was named in 1769 by Surveyor General Captain Samuel Holland in honour of Lord Francis Orwell, British Minister of Plantations. Much of the early settlement took place at Orwell Cove and as fields were cleared and roads improved settlement moved inland. www.orwellcorner.isn.net Other PEI Arts, Culture and Heritage Links - www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=16978&lang=E&PHPSESSID=ba4c2ace2bf8135cfadbca91489e3397
Ceilidh Links Irish, Scottish and PEI traditional music, song and dance. Featuring the best of PEI's traditional performers. Working to preserve the Celtic music heritage of the Island. www.irishisland.ca Other Ceilidhs - www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=66471&lang=E&PHPSESSID=d5132f175ddf205c06f7c736ff793acf
Charlottetown Links Charlottetown is Canada's Birthplace. It was here that the founding fathers gathered for the Charlottetown Conference. www.visitcharlottetown.com Charlottetown Festival - "Something wonderful has happened in Charlottetown," wrote theatre critic Nathan Cohen in 1965 about The Charlottetown Festival. From late May to mid-October, this Festival of laughter and music features Canada's performers, designers, playwrights, composers, and directors in a professional showcase of musical theatre and comedy. www.confederationcentre.com Founders Hall - In 1864, delegates to the Charlottetown Conference arrived at this historic Waterfront on board the HMCS Queen Victoria. Today, it is the site of Founders' Hall - Canada's Birthplace Pavilion, a new heritage attraction and retail boutique that tells the story of Canada from its inception in 1864 up until modern day. www.foundershall.ca Province House National Historic Site of Canada - Considered the "Birthplace of Confederation," the first meeting to discuss federal union was held here in 1864. The Confederation Chamber and several other rooms have been restored to their 19th-century Victorian appearance. The building houses the Provincial Legislature, award-winning film "A Great Dream," exhibits and gift shop. www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/pe/provincehouse/visit/visit1_e.asp Government House - Built in 1832, Fanningbank Historic House is the official residence of Lieutentant Governor and is an enduring symbol of Victorian elegance. Tour guides will walk you through this magnificent building and explain the history and furnishings, and offer information on past Lieutenant Governors. www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=19428 Beaconsfield Historic House - Built in 1877, Beaconsfield Historic House is an enduring symbol of Victorian elegance. www.peimuseum.com Ardgowan National Historic Site of Canada - Ardgowan was the home of William Henry Pope, one of the Fathers of Confederation, and was the scene of a grand reception for delegates to the 1864 Charlottetown Conference. www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/pe/ardgowan/index_e.asp
Festivals and Events Links The College of Piping presents a cast of more than 60 pipers, drummers, Highland dancers, step dancers, fiddlers and singers. The finest in Island Celtic entertainment. www.collegeofpiping.com Indian River Festival - Nominated "Event of the Year in 2003", the Indian River Festival features exceptional chamber, Celtic, jazz, choral and contemporary music performed in the flawless acoustic and spiritual setting of historic St. Mary's Church. www.indianriverfestival.com Other Festivals and Events - www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=66452&PHPSESSID=b7700dcb2a367555d62397bf39b952ac
Fine Dining Culinary Institute of Canada (Charlottetown, Queens County) - The school that produces some of the finest chefs in Canada. There is a dining room and cafeteria overlooking Charlottetown Harbour where you can enjoy the students' gastronomic creations. Culinary Institute of Canada Dayboat - www.dayboat.ca Located at Oyster Bed Bridge, ( Queens County) and voted one of Canada's top restaurants by En Route Magazine, Dayboat offers magnificent water views from their huge picture windows and glorious deck overlooking the bay. Dayboat represents the Essence of the Island, where the finest and freshest local ingredients are served. Dayboat supports our local farmers, growers and fishermen.Dayboat Home Place - www.peisland.com/homeplace/ Located at Kensington (Prince County), just 10 minutes from Summerside. This is your mothers or grandmother's cooking at its very best. As soon as you walk in the door, you succumb to the great smells of home cooking wafting from the kitchen. Home Place Pilot House - www.thepilothouse.ca Located in Charlottetown - a renovated warehouse transformed into a upscale pub/restaurant celebrating Montreal Canadians memorabilia proudly displayed by the owner and son of former Canadians' hockey star, Doug Harvey.
Government Sites The Canada Site is the primary Internet portal for information on the Government of Canada, its programs, services, new initiatives and products, and for information about Canada. www.canada.gc.ca/ Prince Edward Island Government - Great search engine. www.gov.pe.ca Prince Edward Island Tourism Official Site - Visit us for up to the minute information on what's going on; where to stay; play, eat; and touring itineraries, maps, screensavers and other neat stuff. www.gentleisland.com
Island Golf Links We want to make it simple. That's how you will find booking your golf vacation to Prince Edward Island or any other golf destination we offer. www.islandteetimes.com/index.php Golf PEI - With golf courses appearing in locations all across North America, you might wonder if a golfing trip to Prince Edward Island is really different enough to be worth the journey. The answer is "Absolutely!" www.golfpei.ca PEI Golf Courses - www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=65063
Other Links of Interest With AltaVista Babel Fish, you can translate passages of text or entire Web pages among nine languages. www.world.altavista.com Currency Converter - Check today's currency conversions. www.xe.com/ucc/ Canada Select - Prince Edward Island - Welcome to Canada's only national accommodations rating program! The Canada Select Website will help direct you to the most appropriate accommodations to suit your needs. An Accommodations Rating Program is defined as "the rating of like accommodations based on the basics of cleanliness, comfort and safety, as well as the extent and quality of facilities and amenities." Canada Select inspects and rates all participating properties to ensure they meet consumer expectations. Ratings are based on extent and quality of facilities, services and amenities. The higher the star rating, the more extensive the facilities, guest services and amenities. www.canadaselect.com/PE/
Outdoor Activities Island beaches are indeed magical. You will find there is always something new to discover, from astounding sunsets, shore birds and marine life, to waves perfect in one place for windsurfing, and in another for wading. www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=65574&lang=E&PHPSESSID=75bd68338c994fa34505c01e294a2bd7 Bird Watching on PEI - Considering the abundance of bird life in the province, Prince Edward Island has become a bird watching hot spot. www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=65194 Cycling - If cycling is part of your vacation then explore our many trails across the Island. Please check out a number of trails as well as Scenic Heritage Roads for places to cycle. Below are points of interest. www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=65144&lang=E&PHPSESSID=75bd68338c994fa34505c01e294a2bd7 Kayaking - Prince Edward Island has plenty of water for kayaking, offering a variety of scenic routes for both river and coastal boaters. www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=64886&lang=E&PHPSESSID=75bd68338c994fa34505c01e294a2bd7 Sport Fishing - Take up the challenge and experience Island and or deep sea fishing. www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=65598 Other Outdoor Activities - Discover the many outdoor activities that Prince Edward Island has to offer. www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=64873&lang=E&PHPSESSID=e9c58915678601275357575d9f39a406 Experience PEI - Experience PEI provide exclusive experiential adventures to take visitors off the typical tourist routes to meet fascinating Islanders, share their lives and participate in hands on learning activities such as oyster and lobster fishing, protecting the endangered Piping Plover, sculpting sandcastles or stargazing with astronomers.www.experiencepei.ca
Summerside Links Summerside offers outstanding opportunities for residents and visitors alike to relax in comfort, develop successful businesses, learn and contribute to the community, and enjoy a peaceful, safe lifestyle. Summerside is a major tourist destination in eastern Canada and is a leading commercial centre in Prince Edward Island. www.city.summerside.pe.ca/ College of Piping and Celtic Performing Arts of Canada - 100% Authentic - Heartfelt Celtic! The College of Piping is the only year round institution of its kind in North America. Its mission of "inspiring excellence in Celtic performing arts through quality educational programming" is achieved by offering classes in bag piping, drumming, Highland and step dancing. www.collegeofpiping.com Eptek Art & Culture Centre - National-calibre gallery displaying local and travelling exhibits throughout the year. www.peimuseum.com International Fox Museum and Hall of Fame - Housed in the historic Holman Homestead, this museum tells the story of the fox industry on Price Edward Island and why a pair of faxes could sell for $35,000. www.isn.net/~foxpei PEI Sports Hall of Fame & Museum - Located in the Wyatt Centre on Summerside's beautiful waterfront, this facility pays tribute to those athletes and builders of sports who have brought special honour to the province of PEI. www. peisportshalloffame.com Wyatt Heritage Properties - Nestled in historic downtown Summerside, the properties feature MacNaught History Centre and Archives, the Wyatt House and Lefurgey Cultural Centre. For those wishing to explore their family roots, MacNaught has many genealogical and historic resources readily available. www.wyattheritage.com
Theatre Links Home of the original stage production of Anne of Green Gables - The Musical TM, the Festival features professional musical theatre, free outdoor performances, gallery exhibitions, dining, martini and wine bar and late-night entertainment. www.confederationcentre.com Harbourfront Jubilee Theatre - Since 1996, this professional theatre has provided audiences with quality entertainment and acted as a rental facility for a variety of events. Home to dramatic and musical productions year round, the 520-seat theatre is known for its summer festival featuring Island talent and renowned touring artists. www.jubileetheatre.com Victoria Playhouse - PEI's longest-running little theatre. Celebrating 24 years of professional theatre, musical and storytelling events in a heritage theatre in beautiful Victoria-by-the-Sea. www.victoriaplayhouse.com Theatres in PEI - www.gov.pe.ca/infopei/index.php3?number=66459&PHPSESSID=6800c9e3d9fb11a735240f061c255eee
Travel and Transportation Links The Confederation Bridge joins the provinces of Prince Edward Island and New Brunswick, Canada and forms part of the Trans Canada Highway making travelling to and from either province simple and convenient. www.confederationbridge.com Northumberland/ Bay Ferries - Northumberland Ferries offers a way for you and your car to travel between Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. The Confederation plies the waters between Caribou and Wood Islands in just 75 minutes. www.nfl-bay.com Charlottetown Airport - The Charlottetown Airport is located within the City of Charlottetown in the Province of Prince Edward Island. The airport facility is located on Maple Hills Avenue, just minutes from downtown Charlottetown, off Route 15 on the Brackley Point Road. www.flypei.com |
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