Canada’s East Coast - from Ontario to the Maritimes - is best explored by car. Winding roads, pristine nature, thriving cities, and plenty of towns and rural spaces in between, all demand a week or two’s attention with a slow cruise through the best of the region.

Here’s a brief list of top attractions to help you plan your East Coast Road Trip.

Toronto is the biggest city in Canada, and (arguably) it’s business, culture, and capitalism hub, Toronto is full of historic sights, cultural happenings, and really great dining, shopping, and nightlife.

Montreal is widely regarded as one of the most fun cities in Canada, Montreal has an Old Town that will appeal to history and architecture buffs, botanical gardens loved by nature lovers, and a great pub and club scene for night owls.

Take the North Shore route passing through scenic towns and village to Quebec City, a historic city definitely worth a night or two. This is the best place to soak up authentic French Canadian culture.

Deschambault is a 19th century village just west of Quebec, with a pretty setting on the St Lawrence river.

Trois-Rivières is the second-oldest French city in the province featuring a lot of great architecture. You can also take a short drive to the community of Cap-de-la-Madeleine and Our Lady of the Cape, Canada’s national shrine to the Virgin Mary. The stone chapel shrine was built in 1714 and has been considered ‘miraculous’ since 1888.

The drive to and from Fredericton is especially beautiful with interesting fishing villages, a craggy coastline, and the huge tides of the Bay of Fundy.

Moncton is a convenient stop, and families enjoy the geographic marvel/tourist trap of Magnetic Hill - where cars mysteriously seem to roll uphill.

Halifax offers a more laid-back kind of culture, but the friendliness of its locals and the prettiness of its scenic streets are legendary.

Take these suggestions with a grain of salt, as the best of Eastern Canada (particularly the Maritimes) reveals itself unexpectedly… In the tiny villages or towns you never planned to stop in.

Attractive for both Locals and Tourists

Whether you live locally or only thinking about visiting Britain as a tourist, there are plenty of benefits in choosing holidays in England. If you are coming from a Dollar or Euro zone, lower value of Pound would mean that you get more for your money. Where previously British hotels and amusements were referred to as overpriced, now you’ll find that due to a difference in currency exchange rates and actual deflation in certain sectors you can get more fun for less visiting Britain.

Local holidaymakers will find that the increasing fuel cost means that it is much more reasonable to stay in Britain. Funnily enough many Brits admit that they know very little about their own country. In recent years it’s been in fashion to go abroad for exotic holidays. Hence many people have missed out on what their own country can offer. A recent survey showed that many Brits struggle to identify popular local Nature parks, resorts and beach towns. Oh, well, we will definitely catch up on our local geography during this summer. Hotels and B&Bs are preparing themselves for a very busy season, in fact allegedly on of the busiest ever.

Get The Best out of British Summer

East and South West England retains its popularity as one of the most popular holidays destination in Europe. The region is famous for its beach resorts such as Weymouth, Bournemouth and Brighton. Think about those lazy days on beaches with real dairy ice-cream or think about activities exploring the vast Nature parks, caves, theme parks and more. We’ve got it all whether you are coming to have a good rest or up for an adrenaline ride. The time will be well spent. Visiting Britain you will find that we have more museums and exhibition per square mile than any other European country. So if you’re looking to link pleasure with a little bit of education, holidays in England is the right thing for you!

The Weather is Really Fine

Who coined this expression “Foggy Albion”? Whoever did that, knew very little about Britain; ask if he’s ever visited England in his life? The fog is a very rare feature in South West because the warm winds simply blow it away. The clouds are hardly ever thick. Again, due to the winds, the cloud formation usually happens inland.

Warmed by the waters of Gulf Stream, South West England enjoys a pleasant weather throughout the year and the rain-clouds, although visiting us regularly, rarely stay for long. Spoilt by more than 1,800 sunny hours per year, Southern region has more sunshine than certain parts of France and other enviable holiday resorts of Europe.

Of course there is more to Quebec City than the old town, and the Levis Ferry is another unique attraction first time visitors should not miss. The ferry offers short trips up the famous St. Lawrence river, providing spectacular views of the city of Quebec along the way. First time visitors should be sure to make time for a ride on this historic ferry.

The Museums of Quebec

As you would expect of a world class city, Quebec is filled with many fine museums. One of the most interesting is the Musee du Fort, which provides visitors with an overview of the history of the city, including the many battles fought for control of this strategic location. The museum is small, but it provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of this famous city.

The Citadel

The Citadel is a must for any first time visitor to Quebec. This unique attraction is built on the highest point of old Quebec, and it offers spectacular views of the city, the St. Lawrence river and surrounding area. The Citadel also offers a number of fascinating exhibits detailing the history of the city from its founding to modern times.

In addition to these great attractions there are also a number of excellent guided tours that operate throughout both the old city and the newer parts of Quebec. Some of the best tours are walking tours of the old city. These tours provide an insider’s look at this uniquely Canadian and uniquely European city. First time visitors may want to take a nighttime tour of the old city to enjoy its spectacular charm and beauty. When taking a walking tour try to find one with a small group. Small group tours can help you get the most from your tour and learn more from you’re the experienced tour guides.

In addition to these great walking tours there are a number of motorcoach tours that operate throughout the Quebec area. These tours can be a great way for new visitors to get the lay of the land and learn their way around. Many first time visitors find that taking a tour their first day is a great way to start their vacation, and after they have explored the area by motorcoach they can go back and explore the city more in depth at their convenience.

While most people choose the warm, sunny days of summer for their Ireland vacations, fall, spring and winter have their own special charms and are bargain times to travel. The scenery in varying shades of emerald green, rust and mustard is still stunning; the people are still friendly and few things are more rewarding than the camaraderie found in a welcoming Irish pub, especially to chase away the chill of a winter’s night.

The most popular season, from mid-June through mid-September, is the busiest time for Irish vacations. Temperatures are warm without being miserably sticky and hot, skies are sunny and tourists converge on the small country from continental Europe, the UK, the US and afar. Prices are highest, both for airfare and accommodations. As the weather starts to change, with cooler temperatures and more overcast days, most of the vacationers return to their homes and the prices go down.

The “shoulder season” for Ireland vacations is mid-September through October, April, May and early June. “Low season,” when the weather has a distinct chill and some shops, small hotels and B&Bs close, is the winter months from November through March.

Prices and crowds of tourists proportionally decrease the farther you travel from the warm summer months. Savings on airfares can be 50 percent or more in low season; hotels and guest houses offer off-season packages to help keep the costs reasonable. Over and above the potential savings, however, the best reasons to travel to Ireland in the “shoulder” or “low” seasons are the fantastic experiences. It is so much easier to absorb the haunting scenery, wander through the historic sites, stroll along the many woodland paths and streams - and find a seat in the local pub! - without crowds of tourists and long lines. You may even find yourself dawdling in shops, hotels and pubs as people will be more relaxed and have more time.

What to do in Ireland in Winter, Spring and Fall

The possibilities for new discoveries are unlimited on Ireland vacations. You may think the country seems small, you’ll discover that each turn of the road uncovers new scenes or small villages to explore. Discovering myriad Celtic ruins and architecture, and countless castles and museums could take forever - especially as frequent stops in local pubs and shops are necessary for chatting with the locals, warming your spirits and engaging in Ireland’s uniqueness.

Bundle up in an assortment of layers - be sure to include a waterproof jacket, heavy Irish sweater, cap, gloves and a bit of thermal underwear to chase away the chill - and head off into the countryside. You will discover that many of the best known attractions are outdoors: the brightly colored buildings, shores and cliffs, castles, cathedrals and pre-historic ruins are accessible throughout the year.

1. Guadalquivir River
While cruising the Guadalquivir river, you will truly experience the country, it’s culture, food and wine. You will make a stop to the cities of Jerez and Seville. The ships are very comfortable.

2. Volga River
It may not be the most luxurious cruise but it certainly has it’s charms. But don’t worry, the cabins are comfortable enough and the food served on-board is great. So go cruise the longest European river.

3. Rhine River
You will cruise an a great boat trough five countries while a team of great chefs prepare your extremely delicious meals. You will see fairytale castles in Germany and party in Amsterdam!

4. Gota Canal
This one is in Sweden. This one isn’t a five star cruise either. The showers and toilets are shared. But if you don’t mind that, you should go for this romantic cruise from Stockholm to Gothenburg.

5. Dnieper River
This one is a bit longer - you will sail 17 days from Kiev, Ukraine to Istanbul, Turkey. But it’s worth it! Also the ship is comfortable and luxurious, the food is fantastic.

6. Elbe River
This cruise begins in Berlin. You will see Eastern Germany and a bit Czech Republic. It lasts for 12 days and a four star ship offers you everything you need to feel comfortable and safe.

7. Douro River
This one floats in Portugal and Spain. Great cruise for wine lovers! This cruise includes some fabulous wine making parts of the two countries. The ship is great, it even has an on board swimming pool!

8. Rhone River
Cruise trough France. Extremely romantic trip trough Rhone Valley with some great excursions available. The boat is better then some of the five star hotels.

9. Po River
If Italy sounds attractive, go cruising it’s longest river (although this is the shortest trip on this list - it lasts only 6 days). The ship is quite good, and the on-board food is great.

10. Danube River
i’m sure you’ve heard the most famous waltz ever! So why not cruise the Blue Danube? The trip starts in Germany (Passau) and ends in Hungary (Budapest). The ship is really impressive and comfortable.

1. With breathtaking scenery attributed by its stunning coastlines, rolling lush green hills, rusty boglands, colourful little villages and towns, vibrant cities and much more beneath dramatic Irish skies, Ireland truly is a beautiful country with much to see and do. With such an amazing canvas you’ll have plenty opportunity to capture the perfect honeymoon photos.

2. When it comes to eating out you’ll be spoilt for choice. Treat those taste buds to Ireland’s wonderful choice of traditional Irish dishes and delicacies. From Irish stew to the catch of the day to soda bread and more, the list is endless and the choice is yours. Of course a pint of the black stuff is a great way to wash it all down after! From traditional Irish pub food to modern and chic restaurants you won’t be disappointed.

3. Why not spend a romantic night in a traditional Irish bar, with a warm welcoming turf fire, inspiring and wonderful traditional Irish music, relaxing atmosphere and friendly local clientele? And if you’re looking for a more exciting nightlife Ireland also has an abundance of nightclubs and disco bars to choose from.

4. Ireland is a country steeped in rich and romantic history, with its many historical castles, round towers, forts, passage tombs, high crosses, period houses, manors, monuments and ruins there are many reminders of Ireland’s earlier days.

5. For those who enjoy adventure and activities, Ireland will certainly get your adrenaline pumping. With amazing hills, cliffs and mountains there’s much to conquer if you’re into hiking and hill walking. Irish waters run deep and there are great opportunities throughout for all kinds of water sports.

6. Ireland has a wonderful selection of accommodation to choose from. You can pamper yourself in a luxury hotel; experience the Irish way of life with a stay in a traditional farmhouse or townhouse bed and breakfast, the list is endless! But what could be more romantic than treating yourself and your loved one to a stay in a legendary castle for your honeymoon.

Start planning your honeymoon in Ireland today - there’s no better destination for romance!

Nowadays, who hasn’t dreamed of finally booking that awesome dream vacation to far off, exotic lands once thought to be unattainable to the average person? Luxury vacations are becoming an increasingly available option for many more people than in the past. And corporate travel, which after 9/11 took a major hit, seems to be making a minor comeback. This is probably due to the desire of people for a bit of luxury travel, and luxury travel agencies seem willing to take on this additional task.

Why fly on the cheap all the time? Face it; many of us are going to scramble for that coach-class seat for most of our lives. That’s just a fact of our economic existence, for the most part. Also, many of us - unless we’re benefitting from a bit of corporate travel on behalf of our employers - will never see the inside of a 5-star hotel. But, for just once in our lives, wouldn’t it be awesome to splurge a little and take that luxury vacation, or just engage in a bit of luxury travel?

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Prices can vary wildly. Given the nature of our global economy these days, it’s possible to see just how much an air/hotel or all-inclusive package to Monaco, for instance, can run. And it’s also possible to work with travel agencies or directly with hotels, limo services and transportation companies like airlines and railways for steeply discounted rates, so always keep in mind the power you have to do much of these things today.

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Pick your destination; pick your level of luxury. Even within luxury travel or luxury travel vacations, there are levels upon levels of luxury. There are hotels out there where it’s nothing to pay thousands of dollars a night to stay, and there are some equally-luxurious hotels where the prices are half or even a tenth of that. It all depends on what your definition of “luxury” is at any given time.

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Italy is one of those countries that is exploding with culture. The different cities and towns have something different to give to every traveler’s experience. Being the capital, Rome has all these stories of history scattered around the city, and when you find one of the ruins you can just stand in awe for hours on end imagining what it would be like to have lived in that time and how the architecture of these beautiful buildings would have looked.

I just had to visit Rome and it was one of the most fascinating cities I have ever been to. After we got out of the airport with our hire car from Auto Europe, we checked into our hotel and then took a drive down to the city. It seemed that everywhere we turned there was some kind of ruin of a temple or an old piece of architecture. We had to park a little out of the city center due to a lot of traffic and wandered some of the side streets. There were gorgeous Italian shops, which sold different kinds of trinkets and souvenirs.

There are a fair few hills to walk up in Rome, so if you are planning on exploring by foot, take sensible footwear. As we turned around the corner we were greeted by the sound of running water. The Trevi Fountain was so beautiful and was one of the ancient aqueducts that supplied water in ancient Rome. This is also an absolute must-see at night because the entire fountain is lit up with spotlights. We carried on wandering around the side streets until we were all dying for some food, so we found a restaurant and shared a lunch of pizzas, pastas, bread, sausages, cakes, coffee, I could go on forever.

We had to get up and walk off all the carbohydrates we just consumed. We walked up some steps of a huge hill, which we were later told by some passers by was Palatine Hill. This is the centre most of the Seven Hills of Rome. I love Greek and Roman Mythology so I was interested in the mythical history of Romulus and Remus, whom were found in the cave Lupercal here, and is believed how Rome got its name. Looking out across the hill we could see the ruins of the Temple of Venus and Roma and if we looked to our right, there it was, one of the wonders of the world, The Coliseum. It made my holiday.

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When you come to New York, if you want to truly experience the spirit of the city, there is no better way than taking a New York City bus tour. New York is an exotic city, with the stately Empire State Building, the historic Times Square, the famed Statue of Liberty, the panoramic Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Chinatown and Broadway.

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If you want to get into the heart of New York, you could get mesmerized with the rich contrast and excitement that the City offers. There is a fine blend of arts, architecture, and cultural cuisine that every tourist will find something of interest in. New York is a city that never sleeps and is always brimming with activity.

Make sure to visit the state-of-art Empire State Building, with it’s pencil-slim silhouette, an epitome of manmade progress and the fastest rising skyscraper ever built, and, the amazingly scenery of The Bronxs New York Botanical Garden, with it’s guided bird walks. Go to Queens, where you can witness a panorama of thousands of migrating shore birds to the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuges 10,000 acres. Bus tours in New York City enable you to see it all.

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