Our Canada / New England WAS NOT What We Expected!!!

Sometimes things don't go as you want on a cruise... In this video, we will share the highs... and LOWS of our first cruise to the New England and Canada ports.
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[@nancyh.7420]

I’ve lived in Maryland for 60 years. The leaves rarely begin to change before the second week in October. September is frequently a hot month (as is May). I think the takeaway of this video is don’t go on this type of cruise before mid to late October if you want to see color.

[@tombeegeeeye5765]

late september

[@graywolff451]

9

[@barbarahallowell2613]

Marylander for 54 years and I concur.

[@shaunnabagel]

Lived in New England all my life. This was a bad season for color due to all the rain we got over the summer. Lots of yellows and browns this year and not much for the vibrant reds and oranges. Also, peak is generally early October and there are foliage trackers online as well that can help you pick the perfect time

[@louisedasilva6046]

Most people who come to Saguenay, go whale watching. It is considered to be one of the best places in the world to see whales including the blue whale at certain times of the year but I guess you have to book that in advance. The best time to see fall foliage in the martimes would be the first week of October usually and the second week of October is the best in Quebec and Ontario. Of course, each year is a little different. Thanks for your videos!!

[@Samsona75]

Hi, I'm from Halifax and the leaves in Nova Scotia don't start turning until well into October. September is one of our best Summer months. I would say that perhaps Baie Comeau is very new to the cruise ship visitors and they likely have little to no infrastructure for it. If visiting Saguenay, a visit to the National Park is really one of the best ways to experience the Fjords. Quebec City is a gem of a place. It is wonderful at any time of year. My favourite time is December with Christmas markets, the snow slide right in front of the Fairmont Castle and the Nordic Spa (Ström Spa) while it is snowing and overlooking the St. Lawrence is dreamy. You are spot on about the restaurants there, a foodie fest.

[@TeresaMormile]

I always appreciate the honest reviews, but when you say the port “sucks”, idk that rubs me the wrong way. I never like to leave negative comments, but just want to be honest back. You can be spontaneous, and explore, and choose not to research ahead. but obviously that will sometimes not work out to your benefit.

[@EECCTravels]

Fair point

[@live2skide1]

For the town of Saguenay you actually anchored in La Baie which is a very small town. The visitor center at the end of the quay had information about the bus into Saguenay. I had a great walk there last year, all along the waterfront. When we arrived there were dancers and entertainers on the dock, and the MUSIC woke me up in my cabin. I was on Caribbean Princess. I found La Baie a fun little town to wander around. RESEARCH ahead of your port visit is important. The sail away on the Caribbean Princess was fantastic.

[@michelleb749]

Exactly, some cities you can just get off an explore and others require research if you want to have a good time.

[@remiguertin6474]

They should have taken the shuttle going to Chicoutimi. The old port area is beautiful, so is the area by the ''Little white House''.

[@brigittebeaulieu8610]

@EECC Travels I'm glad you liked our province (Quebec). We're from Drummondville almost half way between Montreal and Quebec city. Reach out next time you come over here maybe we can find you some interesting things to do and see. Baie-Comeau is a lost cause though 😮 ...sorry NCL had it as a port of call. And by the way we say "Sag-neh" we skip the middle syllable. 😊

[@EECCTravels]

Ok, good to hear this from a local!!

[@detreesoh]

We did a similar cruise last year leaving from Boston and missed Sydney and Charlottetown because of damage from a hurricane. Cornerbrook was a substitute port and we loved it. We hiked around and went to a Screech In. The town was lovely and the people were very friendly. We did a boat excursion in Saguenay that also included a bus ride through a national park (with a few stops). It was so pretty, and the fjord trip was very informative. It was our only scheduled excursion on the trip because it seemed like the best way to see what we wanted to see. We had 3 days in Quebec City and that wasn’t really enough. We would love to take the cruise again and see some of the ports we missed.

[@mariaespiritu9512]

I’m in NJ, September is usually still hot. We don’t see leaves changing colors until around mid-October

[@christinemccoy1673]

Try Holland America Line Boston to Montreal itinerary... I have done that particular cruise 3 times on 3 different Holland America Line ships...I would do it again and again. I went in late May, August and early June. Boston, Bar Harbor, Sydney, Halifax, Charlottetown, Quebec City and Montreal. Loved every port except Sydney....nothing much to do there.

[@dorisbetts3012]

Some cruise ships offer trips from Sydney to picturesque Baddeck on the Bras d'or Lake, the salt water lake that links to the Atlantic Ocean. The Alexander Graham Bell Museum there is worth a visit. Lots to see and do there.

[@lifeenjoy9098]

Saguenay Fjord is breathtaking! 3hours cruise. PEI is impressive, red soil/rocks/cliff, beautiful countryside Quebec is a French style

[@ellengordon2933]

I live in southern Connecticut. Typically the height of foliage is the week around Oct. 20th. Not only was the foliage late this year, the colors were not as vibrant. We had a very hot and drier summer than usual. This probably contributed to the late and dull leaves.

[@bethh4271]

Yay Southern New England!!

[@DJWOLFLIVE]

I’m embarking on my New England/Canada trip next month and your video has me excited to this vacation. Thank you for sharing this video! Can’t wait to taste those lobster rolls!

[@SharonR1105]

Just booked Celebrity Eclipse out of Boston next Fall. It's a roundtrip, but it overnights at Quebec City. Other stops include Rockland and Portland Maine, PEI, Halifax, and Sydney.

[@michelleb749]

Loved Rockland Maine. Stayed there as part as of a land trip.

[@lesliev8934]

This sounds like the cruise my sisters and I took last October on the Celebrity Summit. We had a great time. We didn’t do Sydney, but the rest was great. Tours were great.

[@jlawrence0181]

We are planning to do this trip in October 2024. Our intent in to fly from Phoenix to Detroit and take a transfer to Windsor, ON. We will then take a VIA Rail to Quebec City and take a one-way from Quebec City to Bayonne, NJ, Then we will spend a week in Atlantic City, NJ and Ocean City, MD. We will not do the cruise on an NCL ship, however.

[@bethh4271]

Haha I’m about to do a last minute booking for Oct 2024 Quebec to Baltimore.

[@carolynshepherd8344]

We are planning a 14 day "Colonial America and Canada" cruise on Princess in June. Several of the same ports as you guys but it's leaving from Florida. Really looking forward to it! Final port is Quebec City where we are overnighting there then disembarking. Something completely different from our usual Caribbean cruises.

[@EECCTravels]

You will love that you will be able to walk from the ship into Old Quebec!!

[@dawnkunkel2564]

That sounds awesome!!

[@reneeblack2783]

Sound great!

[@Rick-ge1ri]

" colonial " cruise !!

[@AngelaC.8285]

Went on a Canadian cruise last year on the week of Halloween and it was amazing. Also, I recommend going to Quebec in December it’s so beautiful and magical. ❤ Love your videos

[@Duchessjo44]

We took a road trip from Western NY through Vermont, New Hampshitre, Maine and then to Halifax, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, then to Quebec (btw pronounced kib- BECK), Montreal and back home. We LOVED it!

[@EECCTravels]

That sounds amazing!!

[@lynnleipold2617]

We did that road trip many years ago and loved it too. Next fall we are going to do it on a cruise ship.

[@jackredmond6023]

We travel very much like you guys. We would rather explore the ports on our own and don’t do shore excursions unless there is something really special worth doing. We like the Princess Royal Class ships - a little larger than the NCL Sky I believe. But definitely not a mega ship with slides, water parks and race cars. We usually know all of the bar tenders on the ship before we disembark. We are going back to Canada / New England on Majestic Princess in October 2025. We sail out of Boston. This will be our 3rd Canada / New England cruise. October is a better month for the fall foliage and both of our birthdays will happen on the cruise. Our favorite port is Bar Harbor. But sadly, they don’t want us anymore. And our next cruise goes to Portland instead. But really looking forward to seeing Portland and trying that Porthole restaurant you recommended. Thanks for the review and your other Canada / New England videos.

[@shellyvick6300]

I watched this video because I like you guys... then I realized we are going on the exact same cruise in October--Quebec to Baltimore. We are spending 3 days in Quebec prior, 3 in Washington DC post. It's so amazing, we have cruise friends that are going to host us and act as tour guides in DC. We had them im Montana last summer. Yea for friendly people on cruises. Sail on!

[@jenkuhar8178]

I’m from Boston. The Canadian cruises are way to early to see foliage. We had so much rain this summer and the leave’s changed late and aren’t colorful this year.

[@marksuchomelsr6698]

My wife and i are sailing the Boston loop cruise the third week of October this year. Looking forward to Boston, Portland, where we have friends, and the Eastern end of Canada. My first time in the Northeast. We have been to Western and Central Canada in the past and it was so beautiful. We are so excited for this trip. Hoping the Fall gods are with us.

[@magalieroy3417]

Sad that your have not seen the fjord it’s so breathtaking.

[@OrioleBeagle]

If you have a car there are plenty of things to see outside of Baltimore. You can drive to Annapolis, Washington DC, Anteitam Battlefield, Harper's Ferry, WV, Gettysburg, PA, etc... Also while in the city of Baltimore you can visit Fort McHenry, National Aquarium and a few blocks from Oriole Park at Camden Yards you can visit the Babe Ruth Museum.

[@michelleb749]

Sorry but you went too early in the season.

[@Seek.Find.Travel]

We went in the middle of October last year and didn’t see much foliage either :( but possibly going again this year hopefully it will be better :) nice video guys !

[@dennis6594]

Lexington Market. You don't leave the Inner Harbor. Even there you have to be careful.

[@JimRing]

Great tips... Doing Princess cruise from Quebec to Ft. Lauderdale, 14 days in mid Oct. Spending 3 days in Quebec before the ship departs, so your review of Quebec (and other ports) helped!

[@dorisbetts3012]

I hope you get to stop in Halifax, Nova Scotia. I don't know why this cruise did not. It is a very popular place for cruise ship visits

[@Jimbowlcoach]

Check out Fell’s Point if you go to Baltimore again

[@dawnkunkel2564]

Thank you guys for your honest and down-to-earth reviews! This was a really good video. Y’all are so entertaining and you get along so well! Your making me want to take a New England/ Canada cruise!

[@olitaedwards8513]

😅 they ended up at Lexington market I live here and don't go to Lexington market 😅

[@WanderingG-Ma]

Y’all made laugh at the market venture. That market is in the “Hood". Yes it can be dangerous.

[@inthekitchenwithjoann6911]

If it was not raining in Sydney the fall colors you would have seen as they so beautiful. They might have been starting . We have beautiful provinces here in the Maritimes 🇨🇦❤️

[@melaniedotson6744]

Yes! Cape Breton tour was beautiful and the leaves were almost to peak towards the top of the mountains.

[@kelgss8917]

September? I live at the northern Edge of the boreal forest in Canada and the leaves just start changing at the end of September

[@conniejohnson9393]

We did the East Coast Cruise in late October. Pluses and minuses as well. It snowed in Quebec City while we were there. We had a 14 day cruise from Quebec City to Fort Lauderdale, repositioning cruise. Love, love, love Quebec city as well. We went in 3 days early and then had an overnight in Quebec as well and still wish we had more time. We really enjoyed Halifax and Boston and Bar Harbor. Oh hell all of them. 1 sea day in 14 days. Our favorite cruise. Snow to extremely hot. and the tail end of a hurricane as well.

[@debbieamaral1315]

In Boston you need to get CLAM CHOWDER IN A BREAD BOWL. In the fall it's a must.

[@2ysur2ysib]

That sounds so good!! Where is a good place to get clam chowder in Boston?

[@ballsstrikespythons7579]

We just did a Fall New England/Canada cruise and have to say we did enjoy it. Newport Rhode Island was beautiful, Boston was AWESOME!, Bar Harbor was quaint but we have no desire to return, St John was disappointing and the "sightseeing stops" were mediocre at best, don't bother with the "reversing rapids" they were NOT worth the trip over to see. Last stop was Halifax, the port area and walk along the shore line is worth the trip alone. We did the hop on hop off bus and rode it around town but ended up spending 90% of our time along the boardwalk where the ship docks. All in all a good trip. Would we do it again....no. We would like to go back to Boston for a several day stay to do all the things we couldn't get to. Quincy Market and Cheers were the highlights that we got to and did not disappoint.

[@CruisingtheworldwithJackie]

I am assuming Lexington Market. You are very lucky.

[@debbieamaral1315]

Your best bet would always be mid to late Oct for seeing the leaves in Mass. I was born and bred in Mass.

[@sylvaindupuis5595]

I'm from Montreal, just a few points concernaing the foliage season. The peak of the season varies from year to year and it's a hit and miss kind of thing. It can last a few weeks but it can also be a total miss if there is a lot of rain and wind that will make the leaves fall almost before they have time to change color. Also, the further north you go, the earlier the peak should be, so in mid October, you should get to see colors either at the south of the trip or in the north, depending if the season is early or late.

[@kennethsmith4831]

LOL on Baltimore!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Inner Harbor is the only somewhat decent place there.

[@RaymondKThompson]

I guess you were talking about my beloved Lexington Market in Baltimore. 😂 (just walk with intent & confidence)

[@amberanthony883]

You did not identify the market…. So that wasn’t much help. Baltimore is an old city with several markets throughout the city🤷🏼‍♀️ Please, take notes if you’re going to say you didn’t like it.

[@ss2003utube]

I am planning a 10 day Fall New England/Canadian Cruise on Princess this October with my Mon who is 85. Is Saguney, CA worth seeing compared to the port at Le Baie, CA. I would like to see the fjords and do whale watching in this area, but is there more to do if we don't what watch there. Is this a beautiful area from the ship? I can choose a cruise that stops in Le Baie instead of Saguney, then goes to Quebec. Are there any ports you would not recommend for people with walking mobility issues?

[@guymoulton207]

Quebec is a huge disappointment for our country of Canada

[@reneeblack2783]

We prefer smaller ships as well. We’ve never done a mega ship. Not sure if we will try one or not.

[@MaxGrey03]

I took a Canada/New England Fall cruise a couple years back and learned an interesting tidbit from a tour guide on one of my Canadian shore excursions regarding the leaf colors. He mentioned that if you are going on a Fall cruise in order to see the changing leaves, make sure to head inland on your excursions as all the tree species located on or near the coast only change to yellow leaves, so you don't get that vidid contrast with all the yellow and reds like you do further inland.

[@stevenlewis-ss2gd]

Loved the Quincy Market and the lobster rolls

[@sycksyngyrl]

Sept is def not fall 🍁 leave season up here in ny either oct is leave changing month charts for the fall season for new England are all online

[@debbieamaral1315]

If you love fudge Martha's Vinyard has the best fudge

[@ionafindley8167]

Bar harbor favorite port on our New England/Canadian cruise. Acadia national park is incredible! We rented a 6 person electric cart and drove ourselves thru the park loop and all over town, stopping at every little ocean overlook, or point of interest we saw. So fun!

[@kendallpostema9587]

We rented Gem in bar Harbor as well - a highlight of the trip for sure!

[@melaniedotson6744]

Our Gem was canceled due to fog. 😞

[@Desjardins50]

Saguenay in summer is such a vibrant port full of welcoming activities and entertainment. Everything closes in September. That cruise line really screwed up.

[@claratarjan4570]

You missed MY port! I’m in Saint John, NB. The Bay of Fundy is awesome. Come visit me next time. I promise good breweries.

[@marilynmcphail9221]

I agree; great breweries in Saint John!

[@kp8740]

Every year is different with regard to leaves - some years are stunning, some are a disappointment. That’s nature.

[@leannknight2881]

Just got back Sunday on serenade of the seas. Weather was warm!! Round trip from Boston. Liked Sydney and Halifax but favorite ports were bar harbor and Portland!! Did a Boston city tour with airport drop off. Definitely want to go spend time in Boston!!

[@melaniedotson6744]

If you ever go back to Saguenay, the Zodiac Ride through the fjords is a must do! One of the best excursions we’ve ever done. I did my research before we went and realized that there was absolutely nothing at the port and am excursion is a must. I think the shuttle may take you to the national park. We were on the Princess ship that was in port when you were.

[@thiggs333]

Great episode. I think everyone has alluded to the fact it was a bad year for color. Living 30min from Boston, it is still fun to go up and see it. You motivated me to price out some NE/CD cruises but the prices just aren't low enough at this point. My two cruiselines are asking too much. But I enjoyed your review and will keep this in mind for future years. Thanks for the great review.

[@sonnyc4105]

Great blog! We're planning one next year so your experiences with Quebec and the other Canadian ports will help us plan better. Thank you. Personally, I will be very much interested to see if our neighbors up north have a better lobster roll.

[@dgaither3838]

You said it right about the road trip. I lived in New England most of my life. Leaf Peeping is best on a land based trip. One plus thing about fall time on the coast there are less tourists. One tip, stay off the Orange Line train in Boston.

[@steve202li]

We took a 6 day land 7 day at sea Canada cruise at the end of August into the beginning of September. My honest opinion is that the advertising is all hype. The adds should say you MOST LIKELY WILL NO SEE; The Arora Borealis, The Glaciers, Bears, Moose, the top of Danali, etc... NOT There is a chance YOU MAY NOT SEE! Seriously just tell the truth YOU WON'T SEE THESE THINGS! The short of it been there done that won't go back again. Honestly, we live in NY, and it is by far a much prettier state with so much more to offer that Alaska! The biggest draw I hear in Alaska is the Restaurants and Micro Brew Beer. Yeah you can find those things in any state so not a big draw for us!

[@maryellenabrams2075]

I’ve been to that market. Same experience. 😂😂 Live and learn. And you are being kind calling it rough.

[@MaryClark-k8r]

Come visit Halifax Nova Scotia. The third week of October is best for fall colors. Love your videos. Thank you so much. Taking my first ever cruise in January 2025 on the Breakaway. So excited 😊❤

[@gailcreighton5484]

I thought you would miss the peak of leaf peeping season not that there wouldn’t be one at all. I’ve been to Baltimore and you’re right the inner harbor and the Italian section is great but there are some really dicey areas that should be avoided. Glad you enjoyed and made the best of your cruise 🚢

[@kennethsmith4831]

NCL has removed Baie-Comeau from next years NE/Canada cruise, LOL. HORRIBLE PORT

[@EECCTravels]

Oh thank goodness!

[@kenised]

@@EECCTravels You could have gone kayaking or ziplining with Attitude Nordique and then topped off the day with something delicious at St. Pancrace microbrewery by taking a 15 minute drive from Baie-Comeau but that would've required...you know...research.

[@suearcher8708]

Great wrap-up video. I prefer the smaller ships for the same reason. Even on a short cruise you get to know the crew and they know you. Doing research on your ports is a great tip. My first cruise was to Alaska, our first port was Juneau. I swear I thought I had landed in Downtown Disney...very disappointed. As far as "sketchy" parts of town...OMG you guys! I remember watching a video years ago: You were is Nassau and looking for the cigar factory, you walked down a very narrow blind alley with several unmarked doors on the advice of a local.

[@stevebartley628]

Marha’s Vinyard is easy to do as a road trip

[@bronte826]

What cruise line and ship were you on?

[@amandaregis313]

Hubby and I are taking our first ocean-going cruise this summer, Boston to Montreal, on the MS Volendam (Holland America's smallest as well). He was born in Quebec City, so that's a relax day for us (he's already dragged me all over many times there, Montreal too when he was on his second last military posting). Our itinerary is Bar Harbor, Halifax, Sidney, Charlottetown, Quebec City, and Montreal. We'll be walking on our own in Halifax and Sidney. I was born in Halifax, but my Naval dad passed in 61 (buried at sea off the Atlantic shelf) and I hadn't been back to Nova Scotia until 6 years ago. Hopefully the weather will be better than on our way through Halifax. On that trip, we stayed in Lunenburg.

[@jenchase8317]

We are going on a similar cruise. I am happy to hear that Halifax and Sidney sound like walkable ports and don’t require an excursion.

[@pamelasasser7295]

Thanks for the tips! We definitely would love to try a New England Fall cruise!

[@JuneGrimes-w3k]

Baltimore isn't safe. I grew up there and then moved to a small town, and several family members never made it out. Several were victims of street crime. One uncle never made it to his 27th birthday because he was gunned down point blank while walking his girlfriend home only a few blocks from the Inner Harbor.

[@blossombolton9829]

Dude looks like Ethan Plath (look him up).

[@tucky12300]

I'd say you were just a little too early.Here in Kentucky it was probably at peak last week.

[@EECCTravels]

These sailings start the end of August. Great itinerary no matter what but we definitely should have waited later for the leaf change.

[@ginetteje9340]

Love your comments on Quebec City!

[@EECCTravels]

Such a great city!!

[@imacrayzcritter]

I wanted to return to the Bliss and Alaska next June, and am booked for that, but might have to delay that due to life having other plans. I am strongly considering the Jade in October to New England/Canada instead. I am a diehard fan of 80s “Anne of Green Gables” and really just want to use the ship as a floating hotel and do as much Anne and lobster that I can. I had a lobster roll for lunch today and wish they did the half cold half warm you had!

[@nathen4021]

Look into Silversea cruises. They are supposed to be a much better experience than Alaska via a big ship.

[@PatrickWagz]

LOVE the smaller, older ships! Thanks!

[@lbreck1114]

we had an awfully rainy summer here in new england.( well..i can speak for Massachusetts)...not the best year for foliage unfortunately. we only had 4 non rainy weekends the whole summer.

[@lynnfranklin5098]

Problem (you mentioned)you start getting into closed post season. Baltimore great brewery and distillery scene. Also highly recommend for history buffs and ghost tours . Get a HOHO boat and explore also the market is easy quick access from boat and you were late season picks up again for Christmas. Oh future trip get in your van to do New England Christmas markets Kennebuk Rockport MA. Nantucket Martha Vineyard. Fellow Louisiana girl who’s baby sister moved to Boston and one of her kids is a Trep so lots of visit up there love your review. Sydney is charming but bigger stop for a history / literary buff (nut) like me. Love your videos they are from the ❤️

[@barbarahallowell2613]

Lexington Market 😊

[@peggyely4356]

I believe it was idalia not ophilia

[@denniscostabile4264]

Not your best video.

[@charlenesullivan9539]

We didn’t see color change last week in New England and Canada

[@charlenesullivan9539]

We went oct 11-21

[@hollypotter6989]

As far as the colors go, even if you get the dates absolutely right and the leaves have turned, if there is even one small storm before you sail the beautiful colorful leaves will all be on the ground. We live in Georgia and planned to go see the colors at the weekend (about 2 hours away), had a storm and bam...naked trees. As travel agents its good that you can now advise your customers what not to do in the cities you port in. Sorry we as viewers didnt get to see Nova Scotia. Probably should have stayed on the ship in that first Quebec port, and got off in Nova Scotia.The food you had on PEI looked amazing. What was the price difference in the round trip 7 day and the one way 11 day you took (factoring in travel home from Canada)? Do they both stop at Nova Scotia, and PEi? It sounds like it may not have been such a great cruise for ports. Glad you liked the ship though. I 100% agree about the passenger count being so much better. I have to admit that I'm one to watch the vlogs, and research the cities, mainly because I have this one shot at experiencing them and have paid a lot of money to go. Finding out after the fact that you missed a great sight or experience is not for me. I wonder if you could have done a fishing excursion or foodie tour in one or both of those boring ports. That one you did in Alaska was amazing. Thanks for all the advice. Safe travels home.

[@davebrogan7941]

I’ve got an upcoming cruise at the end of this September on the NCL Gem. It starts in Quebec City and goes into Charlottetown, Sydney, Halifax, Portland, Bar Harbor and ends in Boston. I think this is a good itinerary and avoids the underwhelming ports from your cruise. Though, it sounds like we will be missing the changing colors of the leaves as well. I’m arriving 3 days prior to spend some extra time in QC, so I’m really excited about that! My only concern is the language barrier, as I only speak English. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@atheenas5443]

I live in the prairies we have a local smoke house that has a pulled pork poutine 🤤🤤🤤 Its soooo good! Love a good poutine lol

[@Linda-gr6gv]

We use to love the inner harbor. Last year we went to see a Baltimore Oriole-Boston Red Sox. Not many restaurants available and gangs of dirt bike terrorizing the people walking

[@melaniedotson6744]

We were on the Caribbean Princess that was in port with you. I would absolutely do it again! Our favorites were Quebec City (ship embarked in Quebec City, but had three full days there, one overnight on the ship) our hotel provided free breakfast at Le Buche! Fabulous!, Saguenay (there was an explanation of the fjords over the loudspeaker, but also a seminar onboard the day before), Sidney (fabulous excursion Tour of beautiful Cape Breton), Charlottetown (we rented a car and drove to Peggy’s Cove and around that area away from the touristy port) and Boston and NYC of course. We love Princess! Probably will never do Norwegian or RC ever again. We are also foodies and the food and service on Norwegian just does not do it for us.

[@randymcgill7981]

Bar Harbor my favorite port. Dislike Boston and dislike Baltimore even more. I've been advised not to park my car at Baltimore. If going for fall colors have to go last 2 weeks of October.

[@sherifowler6614]

We just got off Serenade OTS a week ago. Sailed out of Boston. Cold an rainy all week and not much color. Did a bus tour excursion in Sydney...meh. Did another bus tour excursion in St. John, Bay of Fundy. That was interesting, not raining, color. Went off on my own in Bar Harbor where everything is uphill. Last stop was Portland where I did another bus tour to Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Unfortunately it was pouring and you couldn't see much. That was disappointing. This was our first cold weather cruise. Don't think we would do it again. Cruising in January to the warmer climate.

[@dorisbetts3012]

Wondering how you missed historic Halifax, Nova Scotia on this trip? I am surprised there are no trips offered to the historic Fortress of Louisbourg as it is not far. Quebec City is our European style city in Canada. It is special.

[@SassyGrkGrl24]

We are planning on a 2026 cruise on a Norwegian ship. We can only do a 7 day cruise due to work restrictions 😢. Anyways, looking forward to this cruise. Thanks for the tips and we will rewatch the video when our cruise gets closer.

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Beautiful video thats indeed such a shame you didn’t get to see any of those fantastic view of the puur Autunm colors 😢 . Does look amazing from photos i seen in books etc . Sure sounds a lovely cruise ,just annoying very Disappointing that some ports were not what they seemed🤷‍♀️, but Quebec looked absolutely Amazing 😻. Have a Lovey week 🥰. you have more cruises booked or are you waiting for after the thanksgiving ? Or in New year ?

[@blackbirds4]

i sail out of Baltimore Each year. What ship ? What sail date?

[@EECCTravels]

We were on NCL Sky sailed on 9/21/23.

[@blackbirds4]

@@EECCTravels wow!! How did I miss that? I’ve never done NCL had no clue it sails from Baltimore

[@NurseTara04]

@@blackbirds4Yes I was very excited when I saw NCL had a few sailings out of Baltimore. It’s about a 30 min drive for me, so very convenient. We will be sailing out of Baltimore on the NCL Sun in December for a 12 day Eastern Caribbean cruise.

[@blackbirds4]

@@NurseTara04 thanks I’m cruising Carnival out of LA in December, wish I had known. Thanks for the info. I will research NCL.

[@Mel-p9o]

Check out your geography. I live in Montreal and leaves and colour happens late mid October. Also, global warming is very real. Canada is very hot in the summer.

[@MartinAngers-j5n]

Peak foliage in Quebec is early october on average. Eastern Quebec late September. From Quebec city down to Montreal, mid-October. Again this is the peak. The leafs starts turning early September.

[@johndefalque5061]

I moved to Quebec City 5 yrs ago. I have been the width of Nova Scotia, and that's it for the maratimes. I haven't seen a state E of TX. So much I wish I could see, but I'm poor, stupid and autistic. Hot tub too yourself in the rain-that's thinking! I would love to go to Boston, see the Smoky Mtns, NFLD, PEI, NB, Ohio. I hate southern Ontario, grew up in Kenora. I lived in BC and AB for 40 yrs. Seeen every western state except Utah.

[@pinksnoopydancer]

I think the problem here is you two have not done your homework. No knowledge of ports of call, babe in the woods walking a sketchy part of a city, don’t find out walking mileages ahead of time. NEVER miss a port if you are reviewing a cruise. I could go on. Keep trying!

[@Pavelpetuniablue]

You should have taken ship excursions. You'll get a lot more for your money. Walking around on your own is the poorest way to see the best sites. You probably missed out on some awesome places, info, and gorgeous views. No wonder you were disappointed in Canada. Live and learn, excursions on a bus will give you 99% more than the 1% you saw.

[@Juju-wk7yv]

Global warming has changed things. You need the cold to have the leaves change. I live in Massachusetts. Typically a big weekend to be a leaf peeper is Columbus Weekend. You were close!

[@peggyellenday3096]

Yes Baltimore is scary

[@davidpomerleau8419]

Hi guys. Always love your videos/reviews. Even though I live in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, I would like to try one of these New England-to-Quebec City cruises someday, but not just yet. (Fun Fact: Kingston is in the process of expanding the Wolfe Island Ferry dock to a scale large enough to allow cruise ships along the St. Lawrence to dock right in Kingston. Curious if the New England-to-Quebec City cruises will possibly extend further into Kingston.) I was actually quite interested at the 25:45 mark of this video where you begin to critique the NCL Sky. My wife and I are this close ->

[@basilcarroll9729]

Leaves dont turn their colours until October here in Sydney N.S. Canada, next time come in the fall and do the Cabot Trail!