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MakinMemries

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  1. How far from the cruise port, where the ship docks, is the Fundy Trail? How long does it take to get to the trail? How long to drive the trail?

     

    I'm wondering if renting a car and doing it myself is a good plan, or should I get a private tour. The price on the ship is outrageous.

     

    Thanks

  2. It's strange, but there is no mention on the boat or on any message boards that I've seen, but directly adjacent to where most ships dock, is Canada's National Immigration Museum "Pier 21". This is the Canadian equivalent of NY's Ellis Island.

     

    http://www.pier21.ca/home/

     

    Just after WWII, almost one million immigrants passed through Pier 21 which was their entry way into Canada. Immigrant ships docked right beside the pier, there was a WELCOME TO CANADA sign over the door, and immigrants were ushered into a common area to be processed. You can see the common room, see displays about the immigration process, read stories and see videos of ships arriving.

     

    I have a personal connection since both my parents came to Canada via Pier21 and I'm on my way to donate materials to the museum.

     

    A short 5 min walk from your ship, why not check it out?

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