The Old Port Exchange is really the heart of downtown Portland. It's a collection of 19th-century brick buildings originally constructed to support the vast export and fishing industries. Today, this quaint, restored area houses specialty shops, restaurants and pubs.

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• The Old Port Exchange is really the heart of downtown Portland. It's a collection of 19th-century brick buildings originally constructed to support the vast export and fishing industries. Today, this quaint, restored area houses specialty shops, restaurants and pubs.
• Visit the Victoria Mansion, one of America's most significant Victorian homes, dating back to 1858. The interior is all original, with antique furniture, carpets, ceramics and wall decorations.
• 19th-century poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was raised in the Wadsworth-Longfellow House in downtown Portland. Tour his home, and see an interesting collection of Maine's historical artifacts.
• Discover Kennebunkport, a truly classic Maine village. See Victorian-style mansions built by sea captains and 19th-century merchants. Stroll the same quaint streets as famous resident, former President George Bush. Visit the center of town, Dock Square, and immerse yourself in the fashionable boutiques, shops, galleries and small restaurants.
• Shop 'til you drop in Freeport, home of the world-famous L.L. Bean and over 100 other stores, from designer boutiques to unique Maine artisan shops.
• Come see the Portland Head Light lighthouse illuminate over 200 years of history. George Washington ordered its construction in 1787. Today it is the most photographed lighthouse in North America, and deserves a snap in your photo album.

Nestled on the east side of Mt. Desert Island and surrounded by Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor features some of the most spectacular scenery on the Eastern Seaboard. The rock-bound coast, soaring granite cliffs, majestic mountains and blue waters have attracted the Rockefellers, Astors, and Vanderbilts for over 200 years, and continue to enchant visitors today.

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• Explore beautiful Acadia National Park. See Cadillac Mountain and the natural rock formations of Thunder Hole. Journey over bridges to arrive at Jordan Pond House, where you can take in the beautiful scenery of Penobscot Mountain and the Bubble Mountains while enjoying popovers and tea.
• The Asticou Inn offers elegant dining while overlooking the Northeast Harbor. Take a stroll through the Asticou Gardens. Main Street offers quaint shops and boutiques. Enjoy Somes Sound, the only fjord on the east coast. The charming boutiques of Bar Harbor offer local crafts and other gifts.

Founded by Loyalists escaping the Revolutionary War in 1785, Saint John has emerged as a thriving port city. Its restored historic waterfront and surrounding natural beauty have made Saint John a wonderful destination.

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• Experience the amazing Reversing Falls Rapids, Saint John's best-known attraction. Twice daily the powerful tides of the Bay of Fundy rise faster than the river can empty. When this happens, the tide attempts to push the river back upstream, then the tide ebbs and the river appears to reverse itself and flow over the rocks, creating the appearance of reversing rapids.
• Visit the historic Trinity Anglican Church, which dates from 1877, when the original structure was destroyed in the Great Fire. Shop at your leisure in the antique and specialty shops located along Prince William Street, then through the Old City Market on Germain Street. Downtown, you can explore Kind Square and walk past the Imperial Theater, Old Country Courthouse and the Loyalist Burial Grounds.
• Visit St. Martin's Sea Caves and Beach, where you'll see caves carved out by the pounding tides, as well as the rock-covered beach. St. Martins' twin-covered bridges, harbor area and lighthouse are favorites with photographers and painters.
• Explore Fort Howe, built in 1777 to serve as both protection for the harbor and as the city jail. The building itself is now closed, but the rocky promontory on which it sits offers an excellent panoramic view of the city and harbor.

As your ship comes into port, a bagpiper will welcome you to Halifax, the capital city of Nova Scotia. The "City of Trees" offers the warmth and charm of a small town along with all the excitement you would expect from a great city. Peggy's Cove, Citadel Hill, and the Acadian Country are just a few of the sights that will herald your arrival here.

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• One of the city's most attractive areas is the Historic Properties Development, located along the waterfront. The charming early 19th-century wood and stone buildings here have all been fully restored. And the cobblestone streets and long boardwalks are now lined with a wonderful array of boutiques, cafes, and pubs.
• Relax on a drive through the beautiful Nova Scotian countryside to the moody, weathered village of Peggy's Cove. Walk along the rocks to view the craggy coastline with its bold glacier-formed outcroppings of granite and its impressive lighthouse. Then drive through the softer South Shore area back to Halifax, and enjoy another view of the city.
• Take a historical and anecdote-filled tour through the streets of Halifax. Explore the hilltop fortress and the Citadel, and stroll through the beautiful Victorian-style public gardens.
• Explore the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia's extensive collection, with over 2,000 permanent works.
• Discover downtown Halifax in a brand-new way by visiting many of Halifax's favorite pubs. Sample some of their most popular brands of beer as you make your way from pub to pub.

The municipality of Gaspe is located at the east end of the Gaspe Peninsula, approximately 650 kilometers from Quebec City and 350 kilometers from Rimouski in the Bas Saint-Laurent. Broad and deep, Gaspe Bay leads into one of the world's most beautiful natural harbors. Surrounded by mountains, it's a natural shelter for ships of all sizes.

• Attractions. The Bonaventure Island and Perce Rock National Park is home to the monumental, 470-metre butte Perce Rock. Located at the tip of the Gaspe Peninsula and defined as Quebec's tourism emblem, the 5-million ton monolith has been shaped by stormy seas, strong gales and severe cold weather. The national park also consists of outstanding flora and fauna, including North America's largest colony of Northern Gannets.
• Sporting Adventures. The Gaspe Peninsula is home to many national parks including Parc de la Gaspesie, Forillon National Park of Canada (a great spot for the avid fisherman) and Miguasha National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). The International Appalachian Trail provides over 600 kilometers of trails for hikers to explore and there are plenty of opportunities for sea kayaking, scuba diving and whale watching.
• Local Cuisine. Fish is the popular choice here as it is within sight of the most important fishing grounds in North America. Gaspesian culture can be experienced through local cuisine. Gourmets will particularly appreciate the subtle and highly prized flavors of lobster, snow crab, northern shrimp, fresh fish and other local delicacies.