About Lunenburg
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995, the pretty Nova Scotian port town of Lunenburg is best known as the birthplace of the famous Canadian schooner Bluenose, which gained fame after racing undefeated for 17 years in international competitions starting in 1921. But even before carpenters began hammering out Bluenose, the town had a historic start as one of the first planned British colonial settlements in North America (meaning the town's layout and overall appearance were determined and drawn up in England). Though a British settlement, most of the town's original inhabitants came from Germany, German-speaking Switzerland and Protestant areas of France.
The Old Town (also a National Historic Site of Canada) was established in 1753 and remains remarkably preserved; its many wooden homes, public buildings and churches (more than half of which date back to the 18th century), give Lunenburg much of its charm.
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Day 2: Portland
Day 3: Bar Harbor
Day 4: Lunenburg
Day 5: Halifax
Day 8: Gaspe
Day 10: Quebec City
Day 12: Montreal
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Day 1Boston
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Day 2Portland (Maine)
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Day 3Bar Harbor
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Day 4Lunenburg
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Day 5Halifax
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Day 6Louisbourg
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Day 7Magdalen Islands
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Day 8Gaspe
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Day 10Quebec City
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Day 11Quebec City
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Day 12Montreal
Ship DetailsStar Pride - Windstar Cruises
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Spacious suites and bathrooms, James Beard-influenced cuisine
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Ship decor appears dated in cabins and public areas; limited entertainment
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Intimate feel and upscale details make Star Pride a nice choice for port-intensive cruises
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Day 1Montreal
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Day 2Quebec City
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Day 3Tadoussac
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Day 4Perce Rock
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Day 5Cap-aux-Meules
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Day 6Louisbourg
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Day 7Lunenburg
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Day 8Bar Harbor
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Day 9Gloucester
Ship DetailsLe Champlain - Ponant
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Ultramodern design and decor with quality dining and classy service.
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Bathrooms are smaller than you'd expect on a luxury ship.
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Superbly comfortable, modern boutique expedition vessel.
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Day 1: Toronto
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Day 9: Lunenburg
Day 10: Bar Harbor
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Day 1Toronto
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Day 3Montreal
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Day 4Quebec City
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Day 5Tadoussac
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Day 6Perce Rock
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Day 7Cap-aux-Meules
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Day 8Louisbourg
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Day 9Lunenburg
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Day 10Bar Harbor
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Day 11Gloucester
Ship DetailsLe Champlain - Ponant
Pros
Ultramodern design and decor with quality dining and classy service.
Cons
Bathrooms are smaller than you'd expect on a luxury ship.
Bottom Line
Superbly comfortable, modern boutique expedition vessel.
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Day 11: Corner Brook
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Day 15: Montreal
Day 19: Gaspe
Day 22: Halifax
Day 23: Lunenburg
Day 24: Portland
Day 25: Bar Harbor
Day 26: Boston
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Day 16Quebec City
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Day 18Cruising
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Day 19Gaspe
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Day 20Magdalen Islands
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Day 21Louisbourg
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Day 22Halifax
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Day 23Lunenburg
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Day 24Portland (Maine)
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Day 25Bar Harbor
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Day 26Boston
Ship DetailsStar Pride - Windstar Cruises
Pros
Spacious suites and bathrooms, James Beard-influenced cuisine
Cons
Ship decor appears dated in cabins and public areas; limited entertainment
Bottom Line
Intimate feel and upscale details make Star Pride a nice choice for port-intensive cruises
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Wi-Fi
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Select DiningMain dining room and/or buffet
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Specialty Alternative Dining
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Room Service
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Butler Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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Day 1: Montreal
Day 2: Quebec City
Day 5: Gaspe
Day 8: Halifax
Day 9: Lunenburg
Day 10: Portland
Day 11: Bar Harbor
Day 12: Boston
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Day 1Montreal
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Day 2Quebec City
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Day 3Quebec City
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Gaspe
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Day 6Magdalen Islands
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Day 7Louisbourg
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Day 8Halifax
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Day 9Lunenburg
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Day 10Portland (Maine)
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Day 11Bar Harbor
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Day 12Boston
Ship DetailsStar Pride - Windstar Cruises
Pros
Spacious suites and bathrooms, James Beard-influenced cuisine
Cons
Ship decor appears dated in cabins and public areas; limited entertainment
Bottom Line
Intimate feel and upscale details make Star Pride a nice choice for port-intensive cruises
ReviewsStar Pride Reviews
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CabinRoom with bed and private bathroom
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Port Taxes & Fees
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Service Gratuities
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Most Onboard Entertainment
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Kids Club
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Shore Excursions
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Wi-Fi
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Spa Services
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Select DiningMain dining room and/or buffet
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Specialty Alternative Dining
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Room Service
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Butler Service
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Basic DrinksStill water, coffee, and tea
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Soft DrinksSoda and Juice
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AlcoholBeer, wine, and spirits
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Specialty Coffee DrinksIncluding smoothies and blended drinks
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Specialty Fitness Classes
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Pros: The town of Lunenburg itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it's rich with history and charm.
Cons: This is a small town, so although there are several interesting attractions, there's not a ton to do here.
Bottom Line: Like many of the towns in this region, Lunenburg is scenic, charming and has a unique past.
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