© Dennis Minty
Photo Story | Newfoundland and Labrador
A visit to L’Anse aux Meadows is a highlight of any Adventure Canada expedition visiting Newfoundland and Labrador. In this photo story, Dennis Minty gives us a whirlwind tour of this fascinating port of call and UNESCO World Heritage Site.
© Dennis Minty
Expedition Journal
It is the blessing of sailing down the Saint Lawrence, rather than driving the shores, that its many dramatic caps and cliffs can be witnessed in full view. The railings were lined with passengers as the Ocean Endeavour went by the cinematic cliffs of Forillon National Park.
© Michelle Valberg
Article
In Canada, Inuit make their home along the entire northern coast, from Alaska’s border to Labrador. Together these homelands are named Inuit Nunangat, “the lands, waters, and ice of Inuit.” Here, Adventure Canada political scientist, historian, and journalist Aaron Spitzer gives us a primer on Inuit regional land-claim agreements.
© Danny Catt
Jul. 18–Jul. 30, 2017
© Dennis Minty
Jun. 25–Jul. 4, 2017
© Dennis Minty
Jun. 21–Jul. 1, 2019
© Michelle Valberg
Jul. 5–Jul. 14, 2019
© Jessie Brinkman Evans
Jul. 14–Jul. 25, 2019
© Martin Lipman
Aug. 6–Aug. 17, 2019
© Dennis Minty
Aug. 17–Sep. 2, 2019
© Victoria Polsoni
Sep. 2–Sep. 18, 2019
© Dennis Minty
Sep. 18–Oct. 2, 2019
© Dennis Minty
Oct. 2–Oct. 12, 2019
© Dennis Minty
Jun. 21–Jul. 1, 2018
© Janet Read
Article
Artist Janet Read presents a new exhibition of her works at Propeller Art Gallery in Toronto, Ontario, based on her travels on Adventure Canada’s Out of the Northwest Passage expedition. Here, she tells us about her journey, inspirations, and process.
© Dennis Minty
Article
Latonia Hartery is one of Adventure Canada’s most experienced and respected resource team members. In this interview with her, we discuss the archaeology of her home province of Newfoundland and Labrador and what it’s like to visit these special sites on our expeditions.
© Dennis Minty
Article
Adventure Canada was the first ship-based travel company to ever visit the Sable Island National Park Reserve, and in this personal account full of wonder and nostalgia, photographer and naturalist Dennis Minty takes us along for a stroll across its dunes.
© Dennis Minty
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From humpbacks to belugas and bottlenoses to fins, whales are some of our favourite wildlife sightings on many Adventure Canada expeditions. Here, Dennis Minty takes us through the fascinating biology of cetaceans and shares the latest technological advancements that are helping protect these special creatures.
© Jen Derbach
Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
It’s Greenland but also Kalaallit Nunaat. It’s part of Europe but also North America. It’s Inuit but also Danish. It’s dependent but also autonomous. It’s … complicated. But don’t worry, we’re here to clear things up. Here’s a handy primer on the intriguing political sovereignty of our favourite giant island.
© Dennis Minty
Photo Story | Atlantic Canada, Sable Island and Gulf of Saint Lawrence
Each Adventure Canada expedition holds its own unique itinerary highlights. Wildlife, geology, vibrant culture, and lip-smacking gastronomy are close to our hearts in this corner of Canada. Read more about our ten picks for the top experiences of this trip of a lifetime, the Mighty Saint Lawrence.
© Victoria Polsoni
Article
The Regenerative Travel section of the Mindful Explorer brings our readers engaging learning about politics, economics, climate science, social development, Indigenous cultural revitalization, and other pressing topics of the day. This article by Adventure Canada co-founder Bill Swan provides an introduction to the concept of regenerative travel.
Video
Taste of Place Ambassador Lori McCarthy and Canadian culinary author and activist Anita Stewart joined Adventure Canada co-founder Bill Swan to discuss the success of our Taste of Place food and beverage program on our Newfoundland Circumnavigation expedition.
Article
Adventure Canada and the Ayalik Fund have worked in partnership since 2016. In memory of their son, Eric Ayalik Okalitana Pelly, long-time Adventure Canada staff members David and Laurie Pelly started the Ayalik Fund to provide opportunities for Inuit youth to build self-esteem and confidence through challenging outdoor adventure.
© Ian Tamblyn
Article | Scotland
Lover of all things Scotch but never much of a successful collector, long-time guide, musician, host, and expedition leader Ian Tamblyn has visited Scotland countless times. Here he regales us with just about everything you might want to learn about Scotch whisky and gives personal recommendations about what to sample.
© Marlis Butcher
In Brief
Long-time Adventure Canada client, explorer, and Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society, Marlis Butcher’s new book, Park Bagger: Adventures in the Canadian National Parks will be published in April 2021. Park Bagger is an inspiring collection of thrilling personal adventures and stunning photographs sharing the incredible diversity and profound beauty of Canada’s national parks.
Some of these adventures took place on Adventure Canada trips, as they provided Marlis with unique opportunities to access some of the country’s most remote parks. Park Bagger is now available for pre-order.
© Martin Lipman
Photo Story
Although onboard life is delightful—with amazing entertainment, meals, camaraderie, and learning—it’s when we leave the ship that the true adventure begins. Here’s a handy guide to get you excited and prepared for Zodiac travel. (Don’t worry—we’ll walk you through these procedures many more times on your journey!)
© Mark Edward Harris
Article
Law student, Inuit advocate, and avid qajaq-er Robert Comeau shares his personal reflections as an Inuk living in Nunavut, now more than twenty years on since the creation of the territory. Along with celebrating such successes, Robert challenges readers to acknowledge historical and modern-day challenges faced by Inuit.
© Dennis Minty
Article | Canadian High Arctic and Greenland
On our expeditions, you’ll trek stunning landscapes, witness exotic creatures, sample regional delicacies, swap stories with friendly locals, and get up close and personal with famous places. But there’s one experience that will blow your mind, despite remaining just out of arm’s reach: the silent, spooky, ethereal Northern Lights.
© Dave Paddon
Video | Newfoundland and Labrador
If Dave Paddon had only one night in St. John’s, Newfoundland, there’d be no question about how to spend it—a visit to the Crow’s Nest! Here he tells us about the club, shares a recent documentary about it, and teaches us the history of this special local haunt.
© Dennis Minty
Article | Scotland
Now an abandoned, uninhabited archipelago, St. Kilda is rich in human history. Here, hearty “bird people” made a simple but fulfilling life until they were relocated in 1930. Having travelled there many times himself, beloved photographer Dennis Minty shares the fascinating history of St. Kilda's islands, people, and seabirds.
