The only thing I "hated" about PEI was leaving. It truly is a magical place with wonderful people. Don't miss The Chip Shack and the Queen of Fries in Charlottetown! So yummy! Mad love for PEI
I remember you guys! I served you ice cream at Billy's in Charlottetown! Glad you enjoyed your visit! (And hope the bridge wasn't too bad on the way back!)
@@Xiellion funny you say that, I'm from Ontario and my thought was "What a small town Canadian thing to say" lol and I love it @Kaleigh Mackay I've worked in restaurants most of my life I'd of remember them too :)
Just for future reference, there are three ways to get to the Island. Ferry, the bridge and you can actually fly here as well. I know it's a super crazy concept that such a small Island would have an airport, but we do, and we support international flights as well.
LoL - the hill is not worthy of calling it downhill skiing :) - I live in NB, spend at least a week every summer in PEI and know where you're talking about - I have family on the Island. Snow mobile, xcountry absolutely. Curling is big there too in the winter. But the downhill is barely a bunnyhill even by NB standards :D
I'm from P.E.I. born and raised and couldn't agree with you more . I would like to add one more " Love" about P.E.I. ...The music ,especially our music from our Celtic heritage . Hit the Old Triangle Pub in Charlottetown on Thursday evenings and you would think your in Ireland or the Small halls festival .
Glad you enjoyed your visit! I and my wife immigrated from China to PEI 3 years ago, and we love this place very much. Beautiful beach, flash air, affordable house(compare with Toronto and Vancouver), and most which impressed me is the very nice islanders. And now, I think this is my 2nd home(the other one in Shanghai, China), and I am an islander too. Sorry, my English still have some problem, hope you guys can understand what I say. :-)
Great video! I grew up on PEI, I watched your video for nostalgia's sake as I've been away for most of my 20s. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. Personally, I love the fact that there are no freeways or twinned highways. It makes for communities that naturally blend into each other. We're more connected because of it and it certainly suits our quaint energy. With our small population and the layout of all the villages it makes so much sense. Not sure if you've ever been to Salt Spring Island BC, but I encourage you to check it out. It's the paradise I've been seeking since I left home (no traffic lights!). We're small, we're friendly, and waiting for you. In fact, you can stay at my place. Canadian Island hospitality at it finest! Cheers eh. ;)
We were the crazy tourists on PEI in January 2015. Yes, almost everything was closed, but the winter was amazing there too. Never seen amount of snow, two snowstorms (one on the bridge ha-ha), wild animals etc. We loved it, and our dog too. Charlottetown with its snow covered streets is a hidden gem at that time. After watching your video, maybe we will go at summertime too. :)
The confederation bridge is amazing considering that fact that you used to have to take a ferry! It beats getting stuck in the ice on a boat for several hours in the middle of winter!!!
...and also destroyed the towns of Cape tormentine and much of borden-carlton. More convenient? yes. Better economy? Debatable. Many islanders lost their jobs as a result. There is still a ferry service between Caribou, NS and Wood Islands, PEI
Another thing with PEI, Anne of Green Gables is not plastered everywhere! Check out the small towns rich in history from their stories of rum runners to the architecture in the homes and buildings. Take time to talk to the locals not tour guides. We have so much more to offer than the overly commercialized parts like Cavendish.
I visited a friend in Brackley's Beach last year and we went to Charlottetown and places on the northern shore. P.E.I. is absolutely wonderful. It's like the best version of all of the best things about the Maritimes.
My grandfather came from PEI and I have been there about 20 times in the last 40 years. There have been lots of changes in that time and growth around Charlottetown. I agree with a lot of what you said but the Confederation Bridge has never been an issue for me - as a driver or passenger. In a regular car, you really can't see over the edge so really don't even know you are going over water. Cavendish area has also grown tremendously since the 60's. I usually go over and check things out just to see what's changed but don't stay for too long. There are other less touristy areas I'd rather explore. The only thing I "hate" about PEI is leaving. Always makes me sad!
THIS man is WONDERFUL..i love the way he speaks, and tells his stories and of his adventures in PEI. I love the pictures he's uploaded of his family and of the island. He's so down to earth and speaks so nicely and with warmth and joy in his voice...One can tell he's very genuine and a very nice person. Great video. Really enjoyed this. Maybe one day we'll visit this place. Looks like you had a really great time.
Loved the vlog! It’s my childhood favourite memory & I’ve always wanted to retire to P.E.I. I will definitely go & visit again. Who knows, it could be a reality one day! 😎😊
I visited PEI for more than two weeks to attend my sons graduation ceremony at university of PEI. I was able to explore the Island with my family members during the visit. I love it's beautiful places, beaches, and eating houses. Mostly I like the environment of the University. People are fond to be very courteous. I love to be here again and recommend my friends too. Mahroof
As an Islander, let me just say that the Anne and tourism thing is really just centralized to Cavendish. You won't get inundated with that stuff outside of the small Cavendish area. PS: the mouse is named Eckardt. 😊 Great video!
I remember visiting PEI the summer of 1988. People were debating the merits and demerits of the upcoming Confederation Bridge. Anyway, it wasn't done yet, so I took a ferry over from New Brunswick. Very beautiful, peaceful place. Lots of interesting history, as mentioned. It's a shame that most Canadians never even get the chance to visit PEI, being quite far and isolated from the major cities. Sometimes I wish I was born and raised in the countryside there, just to know what that lifestyle is really like. It seems so beautiful and the people are friendly.
I've visited PEI 4 times so far and I'm going again this summer (I'm from Europe btw and have family living on PEI). So true about the people, they're amazingly friendly and helpful. Last year our car broke down in the middle of the night. The next morning a guy pulled over, he turned out to be a car mecanic and he actully fixed our car for free. We only bought the stuff he needed and gave him 10 dollars for gas. Thank you PEI! One of my favorite places to eat is the farmers market in Charlottetown. Great food & cheap :p And I agree: the beaches are very beautiful. You can have a private beach when you get away from the touristy places. I even went camping on a beach (which is illegal, but very awesome). Camping in Canada is great btw, I really recommend it. Have you visited the Acadian Museum in Summerside? I went there the first time I was on PEI. Haven't visited the Green Gables stuff yet (maybe this summer).
I forgot to say: PEI is very very safe! I met people there who don't even lock their car or house. I felt safe all the time (well, except from when I saw a coyote in the dark :p )
I am born and raised in charlottetown pei but lived in chillicothe missouri for many years and an actually back in missouri now. I visited hannibal missouri for a weekend and we loved it!!!
I'm a born and raised islander I love the beaches, and i love going to see freinds and family that live in a different area on the island, I love looking out the windows and seeing farms.I recommend going to dairy royal!
New brunswickers drive to get places and slow moving RV drive us nuts. You will notice in NB Nova scotians and Islanders drive like bats out of trying to get home from anlong drive like Toronto or something. NB is like a giant drive thru sometimes...
From not finding any NB videos I imagine you passed through as well. You should revisit and actually not like the island we embrace winter here with skidoo cross country skiing hockey etc. Summer we got the warmest beaches and lots of trees...lol but lots of little hidden gems. By the way we don't mesure in i ch or feet like the states but in centimeters. The island has less snow but gets really windy in winter you want feet of snow go to northern new brunswick where every snowfall is 30 centimeters or in american, 12 inch. We calculate distance in time not miles or kilometers and in Atlantic Canada if a pedestrian sticks out there arm, you STOP ✋ in PEI they just cross so be careful. Prince edward island is a tourist trap, go after labor day and save half your money...
I remember my dad racing to catch the next ferry in time . Back then 140km/hr was absolutely flying. Passing everything in sight to make sure you didn't have to wait another 1 1/2 hrs
I love that bridge! I drive on the bridge almost once a week for work.. the thing I hate about it is that the sides are TOO HIGH, and when you're in a car you can't see the ocean! :P I miss the ferries though, but the fixed link is an engineering marvel.. (by the way - it's the longest bridge in the world over ice-covered waters!)
I moved to Souris PEI last summer and so far I love it! I can give you info if you want to move here. I was living in Montreal before and several other places on rent. I finally own my own little place in PEI!
+MudRFunR I work from home as an 3d modeling and animation artist. I really have no idea about job opportunities here but land is VERY cheap. This might give you an idea: www.opportunitiespei.ca/working-industries
+lovedwarrior hello I can move here and would like known some information , how costs some suite for two people? is there a good sports and running comunity? thanks :)
Love your videos! I've been binge watching them while I save for my next trip. But you guys! YOU HAVE to go to Newfoundland. Mabey you've already been, but seriously if you haven't it's absolutely breathtaking. And I'm not talking a few days like minimum two weeks three ideally. I know it's a lot to commit but from st John's and bonivsita/ trinity in the east, burin and the French islands of saint pierre and michelon in the south. Terra nova/ twillingate/ la scie and fleur de lys in the central north. GROS MORNE in the west and the home of the Vikings in st Anthony and lanse aux meadows in the north. I could go on forever. But ofcourse there are love and hates, but one thing you will LOVE when you are there is the people. The culture, the history and how it lives on through the people is totally unique and intriguing. Its so intrinsically different from the rest of Canada, and coupled with the breathtaking scenery it's well worth the visit. I rarely comment on TH-cam videos but you've prompted me to write such a long comment to you folks because I truly believe in the island and your honest and helpful travel advice! I know you guys have a full plate but if you ever do want to go, I'm from there (while sadly I live in Toronto now) I do travel to different peninsulas and ends of the road there every year, the small outport communities are spectacular and unique in their own different ways so its my mission is to visit them all.) If you ever want to go I'd love to help you with anything you need from tips or recommendations to loves/hates or even to help arrange private trips with my various family who live there. Please go! If your kids loved Iceland I'm sure newfoundland will thrill them and you! Also travel videos there would help others go there and enjoy their stay and come back happy or recommend to it others! And really that's what would make a difference to the people there at the end of the day! instagram.com/andrea.of.birchmount/
I love my home. The video was great. You should travel to West Point, North Cape and sp many other beautiful places west of Charlottetown too if you ever come back. We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful, friendly area. Take Care
That chip Shack @ 07:50 is the BEST (it's @ 4 Prince St, Charlottetown, PE) !!!!! cheap yet Delicious Lobster rolls, and the Fries are amazing.... almost want to drive 20 Hours to get more lol
I had the same pet hate about the north island of New Zealand, beautiful empty roads but the few people you do see in the countryside stick to your tail! Why when the roads are very quiet, the rest was great. Love to go back again one day. Also we are coming to PEI this Oct, my wife's dream.
Great video (even for an Islander!). While I completely understand your comment about the Confederation Bridge - a little anxiety is far more convenient than rushing to make the next ferry or even missing the and waiting for the next ferry :)
wow, i never thought that the bridge would be scary, but i now that i think of it, i guess it might be intimidating for some people. one thing to remember when driving on island highways, is that our highways have virtually no exits (there are only one or two i can think of and they're right after the confed bridge); other roads don't gracefully merge with our highways, they meet perpendicularly as they do on smaller roads, so when someone enters, you have to slow down from highway speed to about half that, suddenly-and you have to do that very often because the bad drivers are impatient and cut in front of you.
I will embarrassingly admit (speaking as a Canadian) I didn't know Anne of Green Gables was fiction until I was in my 20s. I really thought she was as a historical Canadian. It still bothers me that she wasnt. Much love for PEI.
@@selkarogers7662 If it makes you feel any better, the author did draw on real life people and experiences for AOGG (although Emily of new moon was her most autobiographical series).
Just came back from a 7 day cottage rental in Souris. Very friendly people, beautiful geography, terrible swarming mosquitoes. Unfortunately even with OFF, when my sister took the dog outside she would come back covered in bites (23) was the record. Charlottetown and Halifax was not the same situation. Best fish n chips was at Brits restaurant in Charlottetown!
One of the negatives was lots of tourists. It is true. We get overcrowded with them during the summer. It can be a bit much- especially in Cavendish and downtown Charlottetown. But tourist watching is also very fun if you’re a local 😛. Hehe Last summer it felt so empty without tourists. But it was also nice to have the island to ourselves for one summer… even with things being a bit different because of covid. And yes the bridge is expensive. Us islanders have to pay for a bridge, plane or ferry to just leave the island. 🤷🏼♀️ But people who go to the mainland often usually get a bridge pass. Saves a bit of money. We are blessed with the most beautiful beaches and trails. And a slower pace of life. I don’t want to live anywhere else ❤️
Beautiful place to visit. Not the best place to live. You are treated differently if you “came from away”. Also not a lot of activities in the winter. Very much a summer place. But for a vacation is a nice place. Lovely beaches.
"Not the best place to live" Yup, a real shock to the system to move from BC only to discover that you will always be an outsider if you weren't born here. In relation to BC, it's pretty sterile here in almost every sense of the word. No wilderness, no wildlife, expensive to shop with little variety to choose from, wall-to-wall people. A really disappointing experience after listening to the PEI glee club braying continuously before we arrived. I doubt we'll return we we move.
I've been to Prince Edward Island twice in my life, once as a child and again at 30. I just did a search on the miniature castles. It broke my heart to see that the place had been abandoned. It's nice to see Anne of Green Gables still being maintained.
Great video & information. Of course, who hasn't heard of &/or read the "Anne of Green Gables" books. Prince Edward Island always sounded like a very "quaint" place to me. But what surprised me was when you said how inexpensive it was, compared with other tourist places in Canada. I always imagined it would be more expensive because of its isolation/remoteness - nice to know that's not the case.
janburn007 I thought it would be too, but was VERY happy that it was cheaper than Toronto and Montreal and even cheaper than Quebec City. But really a great place to visit, just a bit far to drive to :)
Your the first I have heard that did not like the bride. And most winters are not that bad hear, but we do get the odd one with a lot of snow. the last 2 or 3 we had hardly any. How ever the one be for that PEI got dumped on big time. But snow can be a lot of fun, just enjoy it.
I visited PEI twice my advice is when driving get a good map or GPS and take the back roads from Confederate bridge. I found this to be very pleasant driving. Less traffic too.
I love the bridge here I go to New Brunswick to spend some time with my mom I love with my dad on island and it only takes 15 minutes to get from one side to the other of the bridge
Now it’s Covid -19 -2020 and I’m not allowed to travel back home to PEI. And am relying on PEI videos to feed my home sickness. My advice is if you go to PEI DON’T just stick to Cavendish. The EAST end of the island is actually the best place to go. Stay in a small cottage and embrace the local world.
@MilK Tea Personally I am a big fan of the western half of the island. Find a place to stay in Summerside as you base of operations and you cannot go wrong.
Walter I love your videos but the one thing you forgot and big reason why people goes to PEI is the golf courses it has the most golf courses in all of Canada.
I went to Prince Edward Island In around August 2014, so, about the same time you went there with your family. It's a beautiful place! My favorite things about it were definitely the nature, the beatuy, the red rocks and sand and the food. We found a nice place by the sea (well actually, a good family friend kinda found it for us, because daddy is kinda useless with directions and looking for good things to do... lol) and I had so much great food. I really loved the grilled haddock and fresh potato chips, just like I was hoping for when I came there with their amazing potatoes and all that. ALso, like I said, we came at around the same time, so I just hope you didn't see me and my brother fight in front of the confederation house... haha. We were fighting because I wanted to read all the signs and everyone ws leaving. We fight for the stupidest reasons sometimes, but we still love each other. And plus, daddy got it all on film, so that kinda embarrassed us enough to want to forgive each other faster... haha! Amazing stuff man! And please pardon my obnoxiously comments... I hope they don't bother you too much. Peace! =^-^=
Thank You! This is such a perfectly done review! I'm strongly considering it -I pictured it as being dead-quite and empty - guess that's a misconception. Wanting to ride the Confederation Trail while staying at Airbnb's. But I've done no planning, just a spur-of-the-moment 11 hr. drive up. Thanks!
hondarider519 loved it. we spent quite a few weeks going from NB to PEI to NB then around Quebec and Ontario. Need to get to the west though and really really really want to get to Banff with the kids
To go to North rustico at noon and buy lobster right off the boat and go cook it yourself with at least a handful of salt in a quart of water. Or go dig some clams in pinette and steam them the same way.
We don't really use feet besides if there's a lot of it like 70 some cm instead of saying that we say 8 feet sometimes but we do messure in cm not feet feet is ussualy used for construction though
Excellent video.... I envy you so much because I would do anything to go there because I've been a fan of Anne Of Green Gables my whole life...Unfortunately I am from Europe so I assume that it is pretty difficult to find a flight from Europe to Prince Edwards Island.... Anyways wonderful video..
+tatjana1707 yeah, it could be a bit of a hike, but if you could somehow do a rental car in two countries, fly into boston then up to PEI and then visit Quebec and back to boston via Vermont and new Hampshire it would be really beautiful
You may regret saying that this place is full of old people this is basically the Florida of Canada. As a result of the high population of old people there is a lot of hard drugs on the streets along with shitty old drivers who cause 20% of road accidents, and drunk teen drivers are about 60%
What are you talking about???? The bridge IS the best part about going to PEI ;). Lol!!! I loved that province and would go back to visit anytime. We just spent the day because we were staying in Bouctouche NB but now i want to go back and spend a couple of days:D. Thanks for the wonderful advice!
@Adventurenauts During july and august it can get as warm as 20 celsius on the south shore, but on the north shore(white sand beaches) and the points, it normally wouldn't get much warmer then 15 celsius.
I’m from PEI, only thing I agree with in terms of hates is the amount of tourists lol. I’ve never heard of anyone hating the bridge😂 Agree with all your likes!
The only thing I "hated" about PEI was leaving. It truly is a magical place with wonderful people. Don't miss The Chip Shack and the Queen of Fries in Charlottetown! So yummy! Mad love for PEI
I remember you guys! I served you ice cream at Billy's in Charlottetown! Glad you enjoyed your visit! (And hope the bridge wasn't too bad on the way back!)
this is the most islander thing iv'e ever read in a comment section
@@Xiellion funny you say that, I'm from Ontario and my thought was "What a small town Canadian thing to say" lol and I love it @Kaleigh Mackay I've worked in restaurants most of my life I'd of remember them too :)
Just for future reference, there are three ways to get to the Island. Ferry, the bridge and you can actually fly here as well. I know it's a super crazy concept that such a small Island would have an airport, but we do, and we support international flights as well.
Cailyn Bean true... not sure how I missed the flying one... my bad. thanks Cailyn!
snow mobile, Xcountry and down hill skiing
LoL - the hill is not worthy of calling it downhill skiing :) - I live in NB, spend at least a week every summer in PEI and know where you're talking about - I have family on the Island. Snow mobile, xcountry absolutely. Curling is big there too in the winter. But the downhill is barely a bunnyhill even by NB standards :D
Cailyn Bean in Canada we get raped in air fare prices
It's more worthy to drive to NS for Wentworth xD
I'm from P.E.I. born and raised and couldn't agree with you more . I would like to add one more " Love" about P.E.I. ...The music ,especially our music from our Celtic heritage . Hit the Old Triangle Pub in Charlottetown on Thursday evenings and you would think your in Ireland or the Small halls festival .
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Dennis Webster cool. thanks!
999 I AM PRINCE EDWARD. 999
i’m going the do they have like southern music or eastern or western or north?
Wow. Lucy Montgomery is an inspiration. Would love to visit the island someday. Whats the nature like there?
Prince Edward Island is a very laid back place I've lived here most of my life, I moved away a few times but I always came back.
ken jones I've lived here my whole life
Where did you move to?
Glad you enjoyed your visit! I and my wife immigrated from China to PEI 3 years ago, and we love this place very much. Beautiful beach, flash air, affordable house(compare with Toronto and Vancouver), and most which impressed me is the very nice islanders. And now, I think this is my 2nd home(the other one in Shanghai, China), and I am an islander too. Sorry, my English still have some problem, hope you guys can understand what I say. :-)
Zhenxi Yu Hoping to visit one day!
Great video! I grew up on PEI, I watched your video for nostalgia's sake as I've been away for most of my 20s. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. Personally, I love the fact that there are no freeways or twinned highways. It makes for communities that naturally blend into each other. We're more connected because of it and it certainly suits our quaint energy. With our small population and the layout of all the villages it makes so much sense. Not sure if you've ever been to Salt Spring Island BC, but I encourage you to check it out. It's the paradise I've been seeking since I left home (no traffic lights!). We're small, we're friendly, and waiting for you. In fact, you can stay at my place. Canadian Island hospitality at it finest! Cheers eh. ;)
We were the crazy tourists on PEI in January 2015. Yes, almost everything was closed, but the winter was amazing there too. Never seen amount of snow, two snowstorms (one on the bridge ha-ha), wild animals etc. We loved it, and our dog too. Charlottetown with its snow covered streets is a hidden gem at that time. After watching your video, maybe we will go at summertime too. :)
The confederation bridge is amazing considering that fact that you used to have to take a ferry! It beats getting stuck in the ice on a boat for several hours in the middle of winter!!!
...and also destroyed the towns of Cape tormentine and much of borden-carlton. More convenient? yes. Better economy? Debatable. Many islanders lost their jobs as a result. There is still a ferry service between Caribou, NS and Wood Islands, PEI
I think that is so great as well!
How long is the drive ?
Another thing with PEI, Anne of Green Gables is not plastered everywhere! Check out the small towns rich in history from their stories of rum runners to the architecture in the homes and buildings. Take time to talk to the locals not tour guides. We have so much more to offer than the overly commercialized parts like Cavendish.
+Kristina Dunphy Definitely talk to the locals, they are very helpful.
+Gregg Mitchell why are you directing that at me? I am a local. I live in a little PEI fishing village lol
Sorry thought you were asking the question.
PEI is my second home, best place on earth. My father was born there and I have lots of family still there.
Gregg Mitchell nope lol was just stating facts.
PEI is one of my absolute favorite places to visit!
I visited a friend in Brackley's Beach last year and we went to Charlottetown and places on the northern shore. P.E.I. is absolutely wonderful. It's like the best version of all of the best things about the Maritimes.
My grandfather came from PEI and I have been there about 20 times in the last 40 years. There have been lots of changes in that time and growth around Charlottetown. I agree with a lot of what you said but the Confederation Bridge has never been an issue for me - as a driver or passenger. In a regular car, you really can't see over the edge so really don't even know you are going over water. Cavendish area has also grown tremendously since the 60's. I usually go over and check things out just to see what's changed but don't stay for too long. There are other less touristy areas I'd rather explore. The only thing I "hate" about PEI is leaving. Always makes me sad!
+JuniorFan08 nsa is for covert warfare
THIS man is WONDERFUL..i love the way he speaks, and tells his stories and of his adventures in PEI. I love the pictures he's uploaded of his family and of the island. He's so down to earth and speaks so nicely and with warmth and joy in his voice...One can tell he's very genuine and a very nice person. Great video. Really enjoyed this. Maybe one day we'll visit this place. Looks like you had a really great time.
Loved the vlog! It’s my childhood favourite memory & I’ve always wanted to retire to P.E.I.
I will definitely go & visit again. Who knows, it could be a reality one day! 😎😊
I visited PEI for more than two weeks to attend my sons graduation ceremony at university of PEI. I was able to explore the Island with my family members during the visit. I love it's beautiful places, beaches, and eating houses. Mostly I like the environment of the University. People are fond to be very courteous. I love to be here again and recommend my friends too. Mahroof
If you think PEI winters are long and cold, good luck in Ontario and Quebec. And they measure snow in centimetres like the rest of Canada.
As an Islander, let me just say that the Anne and tourism thing is really just centralized to Cavendish. You won't get inundated with that stuff outside of the small Cavendish area. PS: the mouse is named Eckardt. 😊 Great video!
Okay going this summer thank heavens it just mostly Cavendish. Not a Gable fan…
we visited pei this summer and absolutely fell in love with the province
I remember visiting PEI the summer of 1988. People were debating the merits and demerits of the upcoming Confederation Bridge. Anyway, it wasn't done yet, so I took a ferry over from New Brunswick. Very beautiful, peaceful place. Lots of interesting history, as mentioned. It's a shame that most Canadians never even get the chance to visit PEI, being quite far and isolated from the major cities. Sometimes I wish I was born and raised in the countryside there, just to know what that lifestyle is really like. It seems so beautiful and the people are friendly.
Having grown up on PEI, I have to say; not badly done Wolter. Not bad at all. Glad you enjoyed the trip. **tips hat**
I've visited PEI 4 times so far and I'm going again this summer (I'm from Europe btw and have family living on PEI).
So true about the people, they're amazingly friendly and helpful. Last year our car broke down in the middle of the night. The next morning a guy pulled over, he turned out to be a car mecanic and he actully fixed our car for free. We only bought the stuff he needed and gave him 10 dollars for gas. Thank you PEI!
One of my favorite places to eat is the farmers market in Charlottetown. Great food & cheap :p
And I agree: the beaches are very beautiful. You can have a private beach when you get away from the touristy places. I even went camping on a beach (which is illegal, but very awesome). Camping in Canada is great btw, I really recommend it.
Have you visited the Acadian Museum in Summerside? I went there the first time I was on PEI. Haven't visited the Green Gables stuff yet (maybe this summer).
I forgot to say: PEI is very very safe! I met people there who don't even lock their car or house. I felt safe all the time (well, except from when I saw a coyote in the dark :p )
I am born and raised in charlottetown pei but lived in chillicothe missouri for many years and an actually back in missouri now. I visited hannibal missouri for a weekend and we loved it!!!
I went to Green Gables and it was so cool and there were old things nad a gift shop
We had a fun time. I drank like 10 raspberry cordials
+woltersworld You must of had a fun day at pei
+Christian Kang nsa is for covert warfare
Unboxing Flareon I live in pei and it's fun
I'm a born and raised islander I love the beaches, and i love going to see freinds and family that live in a different area on the island, I love looking out the windows and seeing farms.I recommend going to dairy royal!
New brunswickers drive to get places and slow moving RV drive us nuts. You will notice in NB Nova scotians and Islanders drive like bats out of trying to get home from anlong drive like Toronto or something. NB is like a giant drive thru sometimes...
From not finding any NB videos I imagine you passed through as well. You should revisit and actually not like the island we embrace winter here with skidoo cross country skiing hockey etc. Summer we got the warmest beaches and lots of trees...lol but lots of little hidden gems. By the way we don't mesure in i ch or feet like the states but in centimeters. The island has less snow but gets really windy in winter you want feet of snow go to northern new brunswick where every snowfall is 30 centimeters or in american, 12 inch. We calculate distance in time not miles or kilometers and in Atlantic Canada if a pedestrian sticks out there arm, you STOP ✋ in PEI they just cross so be careful. Prince edward island is a tourist trap, go after labor day and save half your money...
Phil Ham yup. .I'm from nb..out of my way!! Hehe
I remember my dad racing to catch the next ferry in time . Back then 140km/hr was absolutely flying. Passing everything in sight to make sure you didn't have to wait another 1 1/2 hrs
if your looking for places to stay on PEI theres a lot of really good airbnb spots open in the summers
I love that bridge! I drive on the bridge almost once a week for work.. the thing I hate about it is that the sides are TOO HIGH, and when you're in a car you can't see the ocean! :P
I miss the ferries though, but the fixed link is an engineering marvel.. (by the way - it's the longest bridge in the world over ice-covered waters!)
That does not have a tunnel or is by suspension it is the longest normal bridge
Awww.... I was hoping that you could see the ocean, but longest bridge over ice in the world? That is cool!
I am wondering how deep the water is beneath it, must’ve been quite the feat!
Have you ever been to Victoria in Canada? I stopped there en route to Alaska and it was pretty cool.
A lot a homeless people too for some reason.
We haven't been yet, but we are planning a trip in that direction in a couple summers.
xNeptune I'm guessing because they have some of the warmest and least snowy winters in Canada.
Great video! Thank you for outlining the good & "bad". Considering a trip to PEI next summer & this was helpful!
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I moved to Souris PEI last summer and so far I love it! I can give you info if you want to move here. I was living in Montreal before and several other places on rent. I finally own my own little place in PEI!
+lovedwarrior We are looking into moving there from Ontario. How is the cost of living? and is there much opportunity for jobs?
+MudRFunR I work from home as an 3d modeling and animation artist. I really have no idea about job opportunities here but land is VERY cheap.
This might give you an idea: www.opportunitiespei.ca/working-industries
+lovedwarrior Thank you so much for the link. It looks like it has some good information.
+lovedwarrior Good for you, my dream is to have my little castle as well.
+lovedwarrior hello I can move here and would like known some information , how costs some suite for two people? is there a good sports and running comunity? thanks :)
Thanks for taking the time to post , we're off to PEI tomorrow
I agree, PEI folks are the nicest people in Canada. PEI IS MY HAPPY PLACE. CAN’t wait to go back in august.
Love your videos! I've been binge watching them while I save for my next trip. But you guys! YOU HAVE to go to Newfoundland. Mabey you've already been, but seriously if you haven't it's absolutely breathtaking. And I'm not talking a few days like minimum two weeks three ideally. I know it's a lot to commit but from st John's and bonivsita/ trinity in the east, burin and the French islands of saint pierre and michelon in the south. Terra nova/ twillingate/ la scie and fleur de lys in the central north. GROS MORNE in the west and the home of the Vikings in st Anthony and lanse aux meadows in the north. I could go on forever. But ofcourse there are love and hates, but one thing you will LOVE when you are there is the people. The culture, the history and how it lives on through the people is totally unique and intriguing. Its so intrinsically different from the rest of Canada, and coupled with the breathtaking scenery it's well worth the visit. I rarely comment on TH-cam videos but you've prompted me to write such a long comment to you folks because I truly believe in the island and your honest and helpful travel advice! I know you guys have a full plate but if you ever do want to go, I'm from there (while sadly I live in Toronto now) I do travel to different peninsulas and ends of the road there every year, the small outport communities are spectacular and unique in their own different ways so its my mission is to visit them all.) If you ever want to go I'd love to help you with anything you need from tips or recommendations to loves/hates or even to help arrange private trips with my various family who live there. Please go! If your kids loved Iceland I'm sure newfoundland will thrill them and you! Also travel videos there would help others go there and enjoy their stay and come back happy or recommend to it others! And really that's what would make a difference to the people there at the end of the day!
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Tell me, what's the best way to go to NF.
Thanks Mark, I'm a Scot studying a year abroad in Halifax Nova Scotia, I'll for sure check out PEI now.
Great to hear. Nova Scotia is pretty cool too. You will have a fun time.
Thank you
I love my home. The video was great. You should travel to West Point, North Cape and sp many other beautiful places west of Charlottetown too if you ever come back. We are so lucky to live in such a beautiful, friendly area. Take Care
Some good restaurants:
-Sam's Family restaurant & diner
-Cedar's Eatery
-Maid Marian's
all shitty
Thank you for this video. Lots of interesting comments. Canada always has been a lesson in defensive driving. Cheers.
That chip Shack @ 07:50 is the BEST (it's @ 4 Prince St, Charlottetown, PE) !!!!! cheap yet Delicious Lobster rolls, and the Fries are amazing.... almost want to drive 20 Hours to get more lol
Great job on this video... wish I had more time to do something like this. Have a great day!
Great post. My favorite place. Beachcombing, beer in hand and iTunes.
I had the same pet hate about the north island of New Zealand, beautiful empty roads but the few people you do see in the countryside stick to your tail! Why when the roads are very quiet, the rest was great. Love to go back again one day. Also we are coming to PEI this Oct, my wife's dream.
I moved to PEI seven years ago from Quebec. My one complaint about winter is that there is not enough snow!
And now (early 2016) the US dollar compared to Canadian dollar is like everything is 35% off.
+David Hughes nsa i sfor covert warfare
Great video (even for an Islander!). While I completely understand your comment about the Confederation Bridge - a little anxiety is far more convenient than rushing to make the next ferry or even missing the and waiting for the next ferry :)
wow, i never thought that the bridge would be scary, but i now that i think of it, i guess it might be intimidating for some people. one thing to remember when driving on island highways, is that our highways have virtually no exits (there are only one or two i can think of and they're right after the confed bridge); other roads don't gracefully merge with our highways, they meet perpendicularly as they do on smaller roads, so when someone enters, you have to slow down from highway speed to about half that, suddenly-and you have to do that very often because the bad drivers are impatient and cut in front of you.
I will embarrassingly admit (speaking as a Canadian) I didn't know Anne of Green Gables was fiction until I was in my 20s. I really thought she was as a historical Canadian. It still bothers me that she wasnt. Much love for PEI.
Goes to show how well she was written :-)
@@selkarogers7662 If it makes you feel any better, the author did draw on real life people and experiences for AOGG (although Emily of new moon was her most autobiographical series).
...PEI looks Lovely....Must visit....
Just came back from a 7 day cottage rental in Souris. Very friendly people, beautiful geography, terrible swarming mosquitoes. Unfortunately even with OFF, when my sister took the dog outside she would come back covered in bites (23) was the record.
Charlottetown and Halifax was not the same situation. Best fish n chips was at Brits restaurant in Charlottetown!
Thank you so much for this!!
One of the negatives was lots of tourists.
It is true. We get overcrowded with them during the summer. It can be a bit much- especially in Cavendish and downtown Charlottetown. But tourist watching is also very fun if you’re a local 😛. Hehe
Last summer it felt so empty without tourists. But it was also nice to have the island to ourselves for one summer… even with things being a bit different because of covid.
And yes the bridge is expensive. Us islanders have to pay for a bridge, plane or ferry to just leave the island. 🤷🏼♀️ But people who go to the mainland often usually get a bridge pass. Saves a bit of money.
We are blessed with the most beautiful beaches and trails.
And a slower pace of life.
I don’t want to live anywhere else ❤️
Beautiful place to visit. Not the best place to live. You are treated differently if you “came from away”. Also not a lot of activities in the winter. Very much a summer place. But for a vacation is a nice place. Lovely beaches.
"Not the best place to live" Yup, a real shock to the system to move from BC only to discover that you will always be an outsider if you weren't born here. In relation to BC, it's pretty sterile here in almost every sense of the word. No wilderness, no wildlife, expensive to shop with little variety to choose from, wall-to-wall people. A really disappointing experience after listening to the PEI glee club braying continuously before we arrived. I doubt we'll return we we move.
@@mangore623 It seems you won't be missed.
This was a great video, we are going and I am really looking forward to it.
I've been to Prince Edward Island twice in my life, once as a child and again at 30. I just did a search on the miniature castles. It broke my heart to see that the place had been abandoned. It's nice to see Anne of Green Gables still being maintained.
what are these miniature castles you speak of?
Woodleigh Replica
@@grandprixle1985 That place was amazing!! The last time we went to PEI, it was run down and for sale. If we had the money, we would have bought it.
Possibly would be a good idea to show a map at the beginning so that people from the other end of the world know what you are speaking about.
Great video & information. Of course, who hasn't heard of &/or read the "Anne of Green Gables" books. Prince Edward Island always sounded like a very "quaint" place to me. But what surprised me was when you said how inexpensive it was, compared with other tourist places in Canada. I always imagined it would be more expensive because of its isolation/remoteness - nice to know that's not the case.
janburn007 I thought it would be too, but was VERY happy that it was cheaper than Toronto and Montreal and even cheaper than Quebec City. But really a great place to visit, just a bit far to drive to :)
woltersworld Did you drive along John Cabot trail in Nova Scotia?
The winter is like any other place above the 39th
Try the west coast. The snow rarely stays on the ground for a day, and the temperature rarely strays below freezing.
I know you're just describing how much snow they get in PEI, but snow is measured in centimetres in Canada.
Exactly
Your the first I have heard that did not like the bride. And most winters are not that bad hear, but we do get the odd one with a lot of snow. the last 2 or 3 we had hardly any. How ever the one be for that PEI got dumped on big time. But snow can be a lot of fun, just enjoy it.
Thank you for that video. Very well done.
Have you ever been to louisville, Kentucky? If so what's your opinion on it
***** it has been too many years for me to remember exactly, but I have a vague positive feeling... but again too long ago
2:13 see that big one, I've been in there not stayed because I live on the island but in it
What is the video about Anne Shirley?
I visited PEI twice my advice is when driving get a good map or GPS and take the back roads from Confederate bridge. I found this to be very pleasant driving. Less traffic too.
Watch the red clay roads when they are wet, like driving on ice.
I disagree with your views on the bridge, that thing is amazing. SUCK IT UP... lol
I know... I know... ;)
I love the bridge here I go to New Brunswick to spend some time with my mom I love with my dad on island and it only takes 15 minutes to get from one side to the other of the bridge
hemptime123 I loved the bridge. I wouldn't want to drive it every day though
I'm planning to travel to Prince Edward island this summer which cottages are the best to stay thanks in advance.
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will do thanks a bunch.
will do thanks a bunch.
KAREN JACKSON Will check it out,thanks a bunch!
may i ask you when were u visiting prince edward island? summer ? i was there at september
Now it’s Covid -19 -2020 and I’m not allowed to travel back home to PEI. And am relying on PEI videos to feed my home sickness. My advice is if you go to PEI DON’T just stick to Cavendish. The EAST end of the island is actually the best place to go. Stay in a small cottage and embrace the local world.
PEI is probably the most relaxing place I have ever visited. I have relatives going back as far as the original Acadian settlers!
@MilK Tea Personally I am a big fan of the western half of the island. Find a place to stay in Summerside as you base of operations and you cannot go wrong.
+ Karen Jackson
when renting the cottages in PEI. They state its $585 for the week,or is that $585 per person for the whole week.
You made a lot of good points.
Walter I love your videos but the one thing you forgot and big reason why people goes to PEI is the golf courses it has the most golf courses in all of Canada.
Thank you...look fun..going next week.nice video.
I went to Prince Edward Island In around August 2014, so, about the same time you went there with your family. It's a beautiful place! My favorite things about it were definitely the nature, the beatuy, the red rocks and sand and the food. We found a nice place by the sea (well actually, a good family friend kinda found it for us, because daddy is kinda useless with directions and looking for good things to do... lol) and I had so much great food. I really loved the grilled haddock and fresh potato chips, just like I was hoping for when I came there with their amazing potatoes and all that. ALso, like I said, we came at around the same time, so I just hope you didn't see me and my brother fight in front of the confederation house... haha. We were fighting because I wanted to read all the signs and everyone ws leaving. We fight for the stupidest reasons sometimes, but we still love each other. And plus, daddy got it all on film, so that kinda embarrassed us enough to want to forgive each other faster... haha! Amazing stuff man! And please pardon my obnoxiously comments... I hope they don't bother you too much. Peace! =^-^=
hey mark, i wanted to know if you have or are going to do a New Zealand video? p.s. nice video 😃
May 2016 or 2017 is penciled down for New Zealand and Australia.
We measure snow in centimetres. How can you get lost on an island? When you get to the ocean, turn around and go back.
The bridge on the way out will be a. More negative experience as you got to pay to get off the island
Great Video! 😀
Just discovered this channel, you look like a chill dude to hangout and share a beer with. :)
Thank You! This is such a perfectly done review! I'm strongly considering it -I pictured it as being dead-quite and empty - guess that's a misconception. Wanting to ride the Confederation Trail while staying at Airbnb's. But I've done no planning, just a spur-of-the-moment 11 hr. drive up. Thanks!
Hey man! Haven't commented on any of your videos in a while! Glad to see you finally came to Canada haha how are you liking Canada so far?
hondarider519 loved it. we spent quite a few weeks going from NB to PEI to NB then around Quebec and Ontario. Need to get to the west though and really really really want to get to Banff with the kids
If you go to Charlottetown PEI you should go to the delta hotel
This was very helpful. Thanks!
Lots of treasures to find here in Canada’s smallest province 🙃.
Which is the best seafood eatery?On the Island.
To go to North rustico at noon and buy lobster right off the boat and go cook it yourself with at least a handful of salt in a quart of water. Or go dig some clams in pinette and steam them the same way.
Do they really measure the snow in feet? In Canada?
Aaron Bailey the locals we were talking to had a good laugh about it
No, we also measure in meter.
No that's a lie on PEI we messure in cm
We don't really use feet besides if there's a lot of it like 70 some cm instead of saying that we say 8 feet sometimes but we do messure in cm not feet feet is ussualy used for construction though
And no miles it's kilometres here which is 1000 meters miles are 1400 miles are old
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Confederation bridge is 8 miles....cold winters? You don't say?
Love your videos, your family and you need to check out the wonderful things of North Carolina.
We have some OLD videos on top 10 NC and what to see and do in Raleigh. Nice state to be honest.
Excellent video.... I envy you so much because I would do anything to go there because I've been a fan of Anne Of Green Gables my whole life...Unfortunately I am from Europe so I assume that it is pretty difficult to find a flight from Europe to Prince Edwards Island.... Anyways wonderful video..
+tatjana1707 yeah, it could be a bit of a hike, but if you could somehow do a rental car in two countries, fly into boston then up to PEI and then visit Quebec and back to boston via Vermont and new Hampshire it would be really beautiful
You may regret saying that this place is full of old people this is basically the Florida of Canada. As a result of the high population of old people there is a lot of hard drugs on the streets along with shitty old drivers who cause 20% of road accidents, and drunk teen drivers are about 60%
+tatjana1707 You'd have to fly to Toronto first, then from Toronto to charlottetown (On PEI)
+OsamaBenLaggin really thanks for the info saves me the trouble of googling that
+OsamaBenLaggin could you send me a link of map of charlottetown? I can only find some place in Newfoundland
What are you talking about???? The bridge IS the best part about going to PEI ;). Lol!!! I loved that province and would go back to visit anytime. We just spent the day because we were staying in Bouctouche NB but now i want to go back and spend a couple of days:D. Thanks for the wonderful advice!
We loved it in PEI. Though... The initial drive in the bridge or the $50 to exit via the bridge. Ouch :)
woltersworld Well, being Canadian, i expect everything to be expensive :(
Per car but if you use the shuttle its 4.50 per person it's at the information centre in the little tourist shop area
PEI once had 14 feet of snow on the ground at one time. My dad had to dig tunnels for the dog so he could go outside.
Brenna P yup 2014 also more than that
Thank you for warning me about the Confederation Bridge. I have a serious fear of heights. It's the ferry for me!
Great video
How warm is the water?
@Adventurenauts During july and august it can get as warm as 20 celsius on the south shore, but on the north shore(white sand beaches) and the points, it normally wouldn't get much warmer then 15 celsius.
Haha not the warmest but as we say Canadians are used to the cold it's not freezing though it's still pretty warm
cold in the winter, warm in the summer.
On the south side it's usually like 80-90. On the north side it's not good for swimming, but if you can hear it it's still good.
Armin Arlert 80 to 90?!?! farenheit? WOW that's insanely interesting.
I’m from PEI, only thing I agree with in terms of hates is the amount of tourists lol. I’ve never heard of anyone hating the bridge😂 Agree with all your likes!
Great video. Thanks
When are you doing Nova Scotia>?
Which is the nearest airport