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Destinations in Queens County
Charlottetown
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Lady Slipper Drive joins Blue Heron Drive in Queens County just east of Summerside. It follows the island's north central coast to Malpagne, the place with eastern Canada's most beautiful gardens (Malpagne Garden) passing through Prince Edward Island National Park before heading down to the southern shore. Just before entering the park from the western side, the road goes through the town of New London, birthplace of Lucy Maud Montgomery. Born in 1874, she grew up in a tiny, green-trimmed white cottage that is now a museum filled with Montgomery memorabilia including her wedding dress and original editions of her books. One of Prince Edward Island's top year-round attractions is Green Gables House, situated in the national park near the Cavendish entrance. This special abode plays a leading role in the novel Anne of Green Gables, written by Montgomery. Published in 1908, this romantic novel set in PEI has become a bestseller, especially among teenagers the world round. It has been adapted for screen and stage and is performed regularly during the summer at the Charlottetown Festival. Real "Anne buffs" can follow a tour that covers some of the sites from the book, and ends at Montgomery's grave in the Cavendish cemetery.
The finest beaches are located within the boundaries of Prince Edward Island National Park along the island's north coast. Two of the most popular are Cavendish and Brackley, while the beaches of Rustico Island and Dalvay are more deserted. Dunes shaped by swirling winds rise as high as 65 feet and are the dominant feature of the terrain at Blooming Point. Stanhope Beach is one of Canada's preferred areas for surfing.
Bathed by the warm currents of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, beaches are just one of many reasons why this is among Canada's favorite national parks. Its large tract of wetlands is home to many different species of wild geese including Canada geese, mallards, teal, ring-necked ducks and American black ducks. Bird watchers head for Brackley Marsh where it is possible to observe great blue herons, terns and perhaps even a rare piping plover, one of several endangered species in the park. Free guided events such as beachcombing and bird-watching along with evening presentations are offered throughout the year.
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During this time of price volatility in the Queens County vacations, travel, tour and cruise industry, please be advised the pricing can fluctuate within the same day. All of our promotions are subject to change without notice. As a result, prices will not be guaranteed until booked.
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