Video | Iceland
By Adventure Canada
In 1973, the island of Heimaey in Iceland was the site of one of the most epic volcanic eruptions in modern European history. See why this story is not one of despair, but rather of resilience and hope, and how the residents of Heimaey saved their harbour and their livelihoods.
Video | Scotland
By Adventure Canada
Welcome to Skara Brae—a stone village in Scotland’s Orkney archipelago and one of the most important Neolithic ruins in Europe. Learn more about how it was rediscovered by accident in the late 1800s and is now the biggest attraction for adventurers in the Orkneys.
Video | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Adventure Canada
One of the most intriguing places in the Arctic, Beechey Island is now uninhabited, but it holds a rich history. Learn more about the doomed Franklin expedition and the final resting place of three of his men in this thought-provoking video.
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Photo Story | Newfoundland and Labrador
By Mark David Turner
Ramah is a favourite place to visit in Nunatsiavut, home to fascinating archaeological remains of an Inuit community and Moravian missionary site. Learn more about the Moravian presence in northern Labrador and how they created vast archives that can help us understand the region’s human history.
Video | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Adventure Canada
On the shores of Disko Bay, western Greenland lies the town of Ilulissat, iceberg capital of the world and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Find out more about the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier—the most productive in the northern hemisphere and the birthplace of one of the world’s most infamous icebergs.
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Article | Atlantic Canada, Sable Island and Gulf of Saint Lawrence
By Adventure Canada
The Saint Lawrence River is a sought-after destination for many travellers, rich in history, nature, and culture. To enjoy it to its full potential, travel there by sea—on a river boat cruise or a small-ship expedition. Want to know which type of trip is right for you?
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Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Pierre Richard
Charming and cute belugas are a fascinating species of Arctic whale. Learn where the best places are to travel to in Canada so you can see them for yourself! Find out more about their physiology, diet, and distribution, plus how belugas got their name.
