Prince Edward Island

Once off the ferry, a high-speed run under sunny skies across northern Quebec and through New Brunswick saw us safely to Moncton in time for dinner. We met Roxxi and dined at the Tide and Boar Gastropub downtown, before returning to Roxxi's place for the night. It's nice to have friends in far places.....though sadly Nathan and The Motorleague were on tour in Ontario at the same time we were visiting the Maritimes!

The next morning we set off for Prince Edward Island, crossing the nearly 13 kilometer long Confederation Bridge over the Northumberland Strait. Making a bee-line for the north shore of the island, we opted for Cabot Beach Provincial Park this time rather than the usual PEI National Park. We were not disappointed.

We spent two nights on these tranquil shores, enjoying warm days of touring red beaches and friendly towns, and evening bonfires under open skies, lulled to sleep by the soothing waves. As always, we timed the trip to avoid the summer crowds. What PEI lacks in rugged appeal, it makes up for in quaint charm and peaceful pace. We hadn't been here in nearly a decade, and fell in love with Anne's Island all over again.

Confederation Bridge from the PEI side

Welcome!

Setting up camp at Cabot Beach

Unmistakable shoreline

R&R on the shores of PEI

Boardwalk to the Beach

One of many small fishing villages

Swimming Rock outside Stanley Bridge

North Shore paradise on a perfect day

Wash your cares away

Malpeque Harbour

Sunset over Cabot Beach