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Ride the AGAWA CANYON Tour Train for a jaunt through Ontario’s scenic wilderness that inspired the Group of Seven painters. By Toby Saltzman ALL ABOARD! The conductor whistles as the Agawa Canyon Tour Train started to chug north from Sault Ste. Marie for a scenic ride into northern Ontario’s Algoma region.   The rush of thrills surprised me, as I’ve experienced some of the world’s greatest trains, including the Orient Express, the Ghan, various European routes and, in Canada, the Rocky Mountaineer, Via’s cross-Canada Silver and Blue and Ocean to the Maritimes. Seated beside vast windows in the dining car, watching steel and paper mills whiz by – echoes of the Sault’s industrial past – memories flashed through my mind of my classrooms – as a child and, later, as a teacher – invariably graced by images created by the Group of Seven between 1918 and 1923.   Years later, I would admire their original works at the Art Gallery of Ontario, hoping to one day see their...

Cruising Eastern Canada / New England 5 tips for smooth sailing By Toby Saltzman Maximize your experiences with a pre- or post-cruise stay This will give you time to feel the sense of place, to linger like a local charming cafés, leisurely stroll through parks and outdoor markets and take in cultural happenings at, say, jazz clubs, live theatre or ballet. My suggestions for Quebec City : Fairmont Chateau Frontenac for historic grandeur . Auberge Saint-Antoine for luxurious accommodations and culinary style. and Hilton Quebec City for its lofty view over the Old City: My suggestion for Boston : Westin Copley Place for great location and views stretching to the harbour. Plan with your personal style in mind Before booking, consider the options and your budget. Do you need a suite for lingering, or can you trade a smaller space for splurging in shops or the spa? Before pre-booking spa treatments, know that they’re typically cheaper on port days, but sublime...