Dale Dunlop
Welcome to the blog and website of Dale Dunlop, the Maritime Explorer. I’ve been exploring the Maritimes and the world and writing about it from my base in beautiful St. Margaret’s Bay for almost twenty years. My wife Alison Scott has been at my side the entire way as have at various times my sons Alex and Dale Jr. and my daughter Lenore. Two generations of miniature poodles have trotted, ran and slogged through thousands of miles of hiking trails and cross-country ski tracks with nary a complaint. A hardy group of intrepid adventurers from around the province have been my companions on some of the most interesting and unique explorations I have been privileged to be a part of. As a child of Nova Scotian parents and later a teenager growing up far away from their home province, I would revel in reading about it in the books ofClara Dennis and Will R.Bird. My favourite was Off-Trail in Nova Scotia that described Mr. Bird’s travels to some of the most remote and unfrequented places in Nova Scotia. I had to see these places for myself
See Ireland Without Breaking the Bank – Video. Back Destinations & Explorations index Showing 1 to 20 of 182 Photo Galleries Showing 1 to 20 of 48 On the Trail (Dale's Blog) Showing 1 to 20 of 36 See Ireland Without Breaking the Bank – Video Travel Tips - Friday, October 16th, 2015 As we enter our retirement years, many of us have high hopes of traveling and exploring all the beauty the world has to offer.
One incredible budget-friendly vacation you can take is a trip to Ireland. 7 Life Lessons Learned From Traveling Across the Globe. Exploring the Best Kept Secrets of Ireland - Slideshow. Home to luscious green backdrops, castles straight out of the middle ages, and a fair share of mythical lore in its history, it’s no surprise that Ireland remains atop one of the world’s must-see travel destinations.
After you’ve made your rounds through the Rings of Kerry, taken in the breathtaking sites of The Cliffs of Moher, and sampled some of the country’s finest cuisine, there is still much to see and do in the great Emerald Isle. Follow along as we explore some of the country’s best-kept secrets to help you plan the ultimate Ireland Adventure. Skellig MichaelHeralded as the country’s best kept secret, only a few thousand visitors are given the opportunity to make their way to island of Skellig Michael each year. Get started planning your ultimate Ireland getaway today with help from The Maritime Explorer.
Offering travel tips, advice and insight into the world’s must-see destinations, trip planning comes easy by following the travel writings from The Maritime Explorer. Diving Headfirst into Kawartha Lakes. Back Destinations & Explorations index Showing 1 to 20 of 161 Photo Galleries.
Simple Tips to Better Budget Your Travels. Back Destinations & Explorations index Showing 1 to 20 of 161 Photo Galleries Showing 1 to 20 of 46 On the Trail (Dale's Blog)
The Secrets to Navigating Through an Airport Like a Pro. Back Destinations & Explorations index.
Online Trip Planning 101. Back Destinations & Explorations index Showing 1 to 20 of 158 Photo Galleries Showing 1 to 20 of 45 On the Trail (Dale's Blog)
Thinking Outside the Box with Your Travel Accommodations. Back.
What to Know Before You Go: Tips for a Smoother Travel Experience.