luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 #1 Share Posted January 26, 2020 I have never been on this cruise before. I was wondering what port are the best ports to just get off the ship and walk around and get a lobster lunch. And, if you have any suggestions for what to do in any of the ports, that would be wonderful. I have asked on the roll call but have had no response, it is small and probably new to them also. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WELDON Posted January 26, 2020 #2 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Been on several Canada/NE cruises. Food is subjective but for lobster the ports would be Boston, Portland, Bar Harbor, Halifax. Last year the lobster roll I had in Halifax beat the one in Maine. What you are interested in doing? Take a look at the excursions for your cruise and get an idea of things to see. If you give some direction, it will be easier to give suggestions. Where are you leaving from? Time of year? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time4u2go Posted January 26, 2020 #3 Share Posted January 26, 2020 32 minutes ago, luvsvacations said: I have never been on this cruise before. I was wondering what port are the best ports to just get off the ship and walk around and get a lobster lunch. And, if you have any suggestions for what to do in any of the ports, that would be wonderful. I have asked on the roll call but have had no response, it is small and probably new to them also. Thanks Which ports does your cruise go to? Different New England cruises go to different ports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #4 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Halifax, Boston, Bar Harbor, Portlandand Halifax. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeW Posted January 26, 2020 #5 Share Posted January 26, 2020 And the Canada/New England board has lots of information: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forum/9-canadanew-england/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #6 Share Posted January 26, 2020 We are going June 4. I have seen the Lulu Lobster boat but do not know har far it is from the port. Looking at a whale wAtching and the cruise harbor in Boston that also goes to Quincy market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisin’A Posted January 26, 2020 #7 Share Posted January 26, 2020 First, you are going to have a great time! I am not sure which you are going on as there are multiple, but I went on the 9 night New England & Canada one in the Anthem. I loved it so much that I am doing it again, but on the Adventure. I do not eat seafood, but I forced myself to have it. I still did not like it, but others loved it. I had it on one of the excursions in Canada that included the lobster lunch. The advice I received was that the more north you go, the colder the water and better the lobster. Personally, I would recommend an excursion and each that I took had a stop and recommendation for great NE clam chowder, lobster roll or lobster. I liked the excursions because it gave me a good overview of the area, had stops, made suggestions and was able to learn history and see some of the most beautiful nature and do things like explore sea caves. Start off by looking through each excursion in the cruise planner and see if anything tickles your fancy. In each port, you were able to walk off and explore and find some shops (or take a quick trolley like in Boston), so you will be okay even if you are in your own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #8 Share Posted January 26, 2020 We are going on Adventure of the Seas. In St. John we have the whale watching booked. Did you happen to notice where the Lulu Lobster Boat is at in Bar Harbor?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiserking Posted January 26, 2020 #9 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Boston Have you every taken a food walking tour? It's a wonderful way to learn the history of a place and taste delicious, authentic local food. The cruise pier in Boston is about a 10-minute walk from the North End, this Little Italy section of town oozes with atmosphere and you'll feel as if you stepped into another country with the small shops and cobblestone roads. http://www.offtheeatenpathtours.com/ - Is the company to call for a terrific, entertaining and delicious food tour that will take you to the best local places and teach you some interesting facts while you're at it. It's a nice stroll back to ship from there, walk along the waterfront and stop at the Boston Aquarium if you have any energy left. Bar Harbor, Maine One of our favorite stops. A walk around the town square is a lovely way to spend the morning. This is a quintessential American town, with small shops, cafes, book stores, lots of great local seafood and tons of atmosphere. Whether you visit Acadia National Park and Cadillac Mountain with its commanding, dramatic views, make sure you still leave time to stroll through the town of Bar Harbor, it is truly delightful. Halifax, Nova Scotia Another wonderful port stop. Many people will run off to Peggy's Cove but, a stroll around this handsome city is an adventure to savor. A right turn out of the cruise pier will take you along the Harbor Walk toward the Halifax Maritime Museum with many great exhibits. Nearby here there are several old retired vessels that are free and open to the public to visit. The Halifax Public Gardens are really beautiful, perhaps a fifteen minute walk from the cruise pier. Lush with trees, brilliant flowers and several nice kiosks to grab a cold drink or an ice cream. Artisan Chocolate If you're a fan of chocolate you must visit Rousseau's Chocolate Shop, some of the best you'll ever enjoy. https://rousseauchocolatier.ca/pages/the-shop-cafe A five minute-walk from the cruise pier, we go every time we visit, superb chocolates. Husband and wife team, started with a small shop and have since expanded to a lovely cafe. Saint John, New Brunswick - Coffee Lover - make tracks for Java Moose: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g154960-d973694-Reviews-Java_Moose_Coffee-Saint_John_New_Brunswick.html Farmers Market About a ten-minute walk from the cruise pier. Take the time to really explore the food stall here. There are many great hidden treasure like candied smoke salmon, cream puffs (the most amazing ever). We had visited the market several times but, a food tour opened our eyes to these hidden delights. We like food tours, you will too. Have a great cruise on Adventure of the Seas and a fun time exploring Canada & New England. Jonathan 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #10 Share Posted January 26, 2020 This is great help thank you so much. Things I have not seen but your Descriptions, I want to see them all. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #11 Share Posted January 26, 2020 We were looking at a whale watching. RC has one, Bay of Fundy and I just saw one in Bar Harbor - do you if one is better than the other. Bar Harbor is quite a bit cheaper - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaniDanielle Posted January 26, 2020 #12 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Quincy Market had a great lobster roll stand. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #13 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Thanks. That will definitely please a couple of them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mets123 Posted January 26, 2020 #14 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Harpoon Brewery is just two blocks from the terminal in Boston. Tours are about ten bucks or so. Be sure to buy on of their pretzels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mduffy1834 Posted January 26, 2020 #15 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Boston is a great walking city, if you are able. Taxi or Uber/Lyft to City Hall, start of the Freedom Trail. Follow trail through Fanueil Hall and North End. You can get a good lobster roll/dinner anywhere. Do your research and you will be able to do this on the cheap. Really no need to do a tour. Fanueil Hall is nice, but very touristy. Skip the Cheers bar, unless you want to overpay for drinks and mementosl. North End is the Italian end - lots of great restaurants, all good. Paul Revere's house and Old North Church. If able, follow from here to Old Ironsides and Bunker Hill. All in all, it is maybe a 2+ mile walk. Doable with stops and, if it is a nice day, very pleasant. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squadron Posted January 26, 2020 #16 Share Posted January 26, 2020 3 hours ago, WELDON said: Been on several Canada/NE cruises. Food is subjective but for lobster the ports would be Boston, Portland, Bar Harbor, Halifax. Last year the lobster roll I had in Halifax beat the one in Maine. What you are interested in doing? Take a look at the excursions for your cruise and get an idea of things to see. If you give some direction, it will be easier to give suggestions. Where are you leaving from? Time of year? In Sept the lobster I had at PEI Preserve Company was excellent with great friendly service as compared to one I had In Bar Harbor on an excursion with poor service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #17 Share Posted January 26, 2020 Thanks again I am starting to really look forward to this. I am sure my son and nephew will enjoy the Harpoon Brewry - I will definately look into that for them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 26, 2020 Author #18 Share Posted January 26, 2020 I was wondering if anyone had info on the whale watching with RC in St John or on our own the Barharborwhales. My sister really wants to do a whale watching. THe one in Bar Harbor is about 2 1/2 hours and $63 and the one with RC is $190 and is 5 hours but I am sure that is also transportation time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey & Sophie Posted January 27, 2020 #19 Share Posted January 27, 2020 6 hours ago, luvsvacations said: We were looking at a whale watching. RC has one, Bay of Fundy and I just saw one in Bar Harbor - do you if one is better than the other. Bar Harbor is quite a bit cheaper - When are you going? There may be whale watching tours but the whales may already be gone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvsvacations Posted January 27, 2020 Author #20 Share Posted January 27, 2020 We leave June 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ssb Posted January 27, 2020 #21 Share Posted January 27, 2020 Fresh lobster, and hot blue berry pie with vanilla ice cream. Nothing better ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Priszm Posted January 27, 2020 #22 Share Posted January 27, 2020 I'm hoping to do a New England trip in 2023, so I'm following this thread for ideas of what to do: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magicat Posted January 27, 2020 #23 Share Posted January 27, 2020 Just walk down the boardwalk. There is a food truck that sells the best lobster rolls going. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey & Sophie Posted January 28, 2020 #24 Share Posted January 28, 2020 13 hours ago, luvsvacations said: We leave June 4 You should be good then. We went in October and they had already moved on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arste Posted January 28, 2020 #25 Share Posted January 28, 2020 4 hours ago, Magicat said: Just walk down the boardwalk. There is a food truck that sells the best lobster rolls going. Which port? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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