In St. Andrews, you’re on the international super highway for migrating whales. These friendly mammals come to the chilly waters of the Bay of Fundy in spring to escape warmer waters to the south. And they stay till the last tourists leave in fall. Very thoughtful.

No Maritime experience is complete without seeing them. Kingsbrae Arms is situated just up King Street from the harbor where the excursions begin. Launch choices include tall ships, whaling vessels, or speedy zodiacs as seen in this picture. That’s Captain David Welch of Fundy Tide Runners in yellow. No one has ever been disappointed with one of his informative, exhilarating tours.