PRINCE EDWARD

ISLAND- THE ISLAND

FOR KIDS

Traditionally, Prince Edward Island has been Canada's favourite family vacation haven. A kid-size province with a no-fuss atmosphere makes families feel comfortable and welcome. Some of our family visitors (with prompting from the pint-size members) helped come up with this list of favourite ways to pass the time while on the Island.

Low-cost, no-cost and in tune with nature: Some of the best family activities are spread out at your feet, like hiking the trails, fishing, digging clams, picking fresh strawberries and of course heading to the beach. A visit to a lobster pound or a climb to the top of a lighthouse can turn into a memorable adventure for a child.

Organized activities: Any kid (and most grownups) love to get out on the water. This is easy on Prince Edward Island, where you can choose from a harbour tour, a seal-watching tour, deep-sea fishing or canoeing. A visit to the racetrack is usually a hit, where the sound of the hooves and the excitement of the finish are fun for everybody. Some of the golf courses encourage child-size visitors (some don't, so check first), but nine holes, a driving range or mini golf are easily accessible around the Island.

Festivals and theatre: It seems every weekend there is something happening somewhere around the Island. The community festivals usually revolve around lobster, oysters, potatoes, draft horses etc. This is a chance to find out what Islanders are most proud of, and learn a bit about local culture. A visit to an old-time ceilidh, a Rustico Shindig or the children's theatre at the Charlottetown Festival add to the list of choices.

All Things Anne: For fans, and even those not so keen, we recommend a visit to Green Gables House, the musical at the Charlottetown Festival, or the Anne of Green Gables Museum at Silver Bush. Or why not a drive past (or an overnight at) Dalvay-by-the-Sea, better known as the White Sands Hotel in the popular Road to Avonlea series?

The Learning Vacation: Some families are taking advantage of the first-class hockey camps, music camps, computer camps or gymnastics camps that take place here in the summer.

Amusement Parks abound: Especially in the North Shore area, kids could spend a day (or several) checking out places like Rainbow Valley, Sandspit, The Great Island Adventure Park, or Mill River Fun Park. Water slides, paddle boats, even the space shuttle are big attractions for many kids.

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