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Article | Atlantic Canada, Sable Island and Gulf of Saint Lawrence
By Dennis Minty
Basque fishing, French and British military strife, rum-running, the cod moratorium, and even Nazi conspiracies have all made their mark on Saint-Pierre and Miquelon. Learn more about the compelling history of these small islands, just off the coast of Newfoundland.
Video | Atlantic Canada, Sable Island and Gulf of Saint Lawrence
By Geneviève Côté
Learn this fun, maritime-inspired French children’s song by Passe-Partout—a Québécois classic! Watch the video to hear the tune and use the lyrics and translation to sing along. Next thing you know, you’ll want to break out into song on your next fishing trip.
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Photo Story | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Ellie Clin
The North is a culinary wonderland for adventurous eaters. Find out more about six of the must-try favourites—meats, fish, fruit, and beans(!)—from this tasty region of the world. Be sure to take the opportunity to try both new and traditional Inuit foods on your Arctic expedition.
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Article | Antarctica
By Dennis Minty
Lonesome South Georgia is a Marine Protected Area and home to scores of penguins, seals, and albatrosses. Rich in rousing history and beautiful scenery, the mountains, fjords, and glaciers will leave you lost for words. Learn more about this fascinating stop on our Antarctic expeditions.
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Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
By Aaron Spitzer
For eons, humans have sought the North Pole. These exceptional polar expeditions by the likes of Buchan, Kane, and Peary have been bold, cold, and often enthrallingly bad. Read the history of just a few of these harrowing tales, sure to send vicarious shivers down your spine.
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Photo Story | Atlantic Canada, Sable Island and Gulf of Saint Lawrence
By Dennis Minty
Canada’s east coast buzzes with avian wildlife! Learn some fun birdie facts and which species to look out for on your next Atlantic Canada expedition. From the endemic Ipswich sparrow to the common murre, these are eighteen species worth keeping your eyes peeled for.
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Article | Scotland
By Ian Tamblyn
What do a volcano, a giant, Queen Victoria, an overture, and a fantastic Zodiac cruise all have in common? Why, the Isle of Staffa, of course! Learn more about the layered geology, history, archaeology, mythology, and music of Staffa—a highlight of a Scotland Slowly expedition.
