Iqaluit is the capital of Nunavut, Canada's newest territory; Nunavut means "our land" in Inuktitut. Located at the head of Frobisher Bay on southeastern Baffin Island, the bay was once thought to be a possible Northwest Passage entrance. The Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum and the Nunavut Legislative Assembly Building both feature Inuit art, with local prints for sale at the museum shop.

Named for Sir John Franklin's widow, Lady Franklin Island is a lonely, uninhabited island off Baffin Island's Hall Peninsula at the entrance to Cumberland Sound. Its striking vertical cliffs of Archean rock may be among Canada's oldest. The surrounding waters are rich in seabirds, ducks, seals, and walrus, and may even offer Atlantic Puffins and rare Sabine's Gull.

The Lower Savage Islands are a small group of islands off of the southeastern tip of Baffin Island, and a common location for polar bears to be found during the summer months. With plenty of land to roam while giving each other a wide berth, plus opportunities to feed, it seems perhaps bears can be found here as the ice vanishes with the summer season's warming temperatures.

Set amid the icy waters and rugged coastline of Canada's far north, Whale Island offers a true taste of the Arctic, where stark beauty, open horizons and abundant wildlife create a memorable sense of remoteness. From nearby Iqaluit, explore Inuit culture, local art and traditions, or simply soak up the dramatic landscape of tundra, sea and ever-changing light.

Deep in Canada's Arctic, Kangalaksiorvik Fjord offers a wilderness of sheer cliffs, icy waters and haunting silence. Cruising through this remote landscape, look for dramatic rock faces, drifting sea ice and the stark beauty of an untouched world, where nature sets the pace and every view feels vast, raw and unforgettable.

Remote and breathtaking, Nachvak Fjord lies within the wild beauty of Torngat National Park, where sheer cliffs, deep-blue waters and dramatic Arctic landscapes create a truly unforgettable sail-in. This untouched corner of Canada is a place of stark natural grandeur, rich Inuit heritage and remarkable wildlife, with the chance to experience one of the most pristine and atmospheric regions on earth.

At the far northern edge of Labrador, Saglek Bay opens onto the wild, ice-sculpted beauty of Torngat National Park, where towering peaks, deep fjords and a sense of complete remoteness create an unforgettable wilderness scene. This is a land of Inuit heritage and spectacular Arctic wildlife, with the chance to glimpse polar bears, seals, whales and seabirds in one of Canada's most pristine and dramatic landscapes.

Remote and dramatic, Hebron Fjord offers a pure taste of Arctic Canada, where steep, glacier-sculpted cliffs meet cold northern waters and the landscape feels vast and untouched. This is a place for crisp air, striking scenery and the chance to glimpse seabirds, marine life and the traditions of the Inuit communities who have long called these shores home.

On Labrador's wild and windswept coast, Hopedale offers a glimpse of remote Arctic life shaped by Inuit heritage, dramatic seascapes and the rhythms of the North. Watch for ice-strewn waters, stark tundra and abundant wildlife, while the village itself provides a quiet, authentic welcome far from the bustle of the big cities.

Red Bay gets its name from the red granite cliffs of Labrador's south coast. It is a fishing village and site of an important Basque whaling station from the mid-16th to early 18th century. Considered the home of the world's first large-scale whale oil production, it was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. It is also an important underwater archaeological site, with three Basque whaling galleons, four chalupas, and a small harpoon boat discovered այնտեղ.

Woody Point on Newfoundland's west coast is famed for its Mars-like Tablelands in Gros Morne National Park. Made of peridotite, the barren landscape draws NASA and the Canadian Space Agency, which study it for clues to life on Mars. UNESCO named Gros Morne a World Heritage Site in 2010. Formed 485 million years ago when Africa and North America collided, the area still overlooks the tiny village, whose historic 1870s buildings are well preserved.

On Nova Scotia's rugged southwest tip, Yarmouth offers a welcoming slice of Atlantic Canada, where colourful waterfront streets, proud fishing traditions and fresh seafood set the tone. Explore the town's maritime heritage, linger by the harbour, or head out to nearby coastal scenery and the iconic Cape Forchu Lighthouse for sweeping ocean views.

Grand Manan Island, in the Bay of Fundy, is the largest of the Fundy islands, yet only 21 miles long and 11 miles wide. Most residents live on the eastern side; the west has 300-foot cliffs and strong winds. Reader's Digest named it one of the World's 7 Best Small Islands for its friendly people, scenic beauty, and serenity. It is also a world-renowned birding hotspot, with over 240 species, and its waters attract minke, fin, humpback, and rare North Atlantic right whales.

Boston blends historic grit with modern energy: cobbled streets and skyscrapers, Freedom Trail landmarks, the Boston Massacre Site, and Bunker Hill, where the first shots of the Revolution were fired. In fall, the city glows with red, orange, and purple foliage. Relax in Boston Public Garden, catch a Red Sox game at Fenway Park, and sample New England seafood, from clam chowder to lobster and crab in the Seaport District.