Victoria

There are several seaside communities on Prince Edward Island, but Victoria (Victoria-by-the-Sea) is among the prettiest. This tiny community, which was established in 1819, only has four blocks of brightly colored buildings. Victoria-by-the-Sea, painters, and potters now make up the majority of the 200 year-round residents of this small Canadian Atlantic hamlet, which has become a center for artists. You can visit art museums and even take a pottery class while there.

You may find yourself walking a little slower and breathing a little deeper in Victoria-by-the-Sea; this is the spot to slow down and enjoy the peaceful pace of life in this beautiful seaside community. Locals may wave and say hello as you pass by - you won't be here long before you feel right at home. Every year, around 1 million leisure visitors visit approximately 1600 km of coastline. There is also a significant farming and fishing tradition in this area. Be sure to sample some of the best seafood on the East Coast while you're here, as local restaurants will serve you the day's freshest catch.

Location: Prince Edward Island, Canada

Best time to visit: May - October

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