2012 TAC conference & Exhibition

Hopewell Rocks
Photo: Department of Tourism and Parks, New Brunswick

October 14-17 ~ Fredericton, New Brunswick

Transportation: Innovations and Opportunities

COMPANION PROGRAM

SPONSOR

Atlantic Industries Limited

In addition to the Fredericton City Tours, the Welcome Reception, the Monday Evening Local Showcase and the Annual Banquet, companions will experience a diverse range of visits and activities.

Note: Some program details may be subject to change, pending completion of final arrangements with tour operators and venues.

Old government house

Photo: Gérard Sirois

City architecture

Photo: Brian Atkinson

The Algonquin Hotel

Photo: Brian Atkinson

Downtown St. Andrews

Photo: Greg Stott

Wharf in St. Andrews

Photo: Brian Atkinson

Monday, October 15 – 08:00-16:00

Downtown Fredericton Tour –
FREDDY BEACH AT ITS BEST

Known as Freddy Beach to the locals, Fredericton welcomes our visiting companions with home-grown Eastern hospitality. With more working artisans per capita than any other city in Canada, world class galleries, artist-operated boutiques, and picturesque historical houses and buildings, Fredericton offers a rich cultural experience. Your Companion Organizing Team will guide you through Fredericton’s historic downtown core with its 26 museums, galleries, national and provincial sites, and points of interest all within a five-block radius. This full-day tour will take place rain or shine and includes lunch. Good walking shoes are a must.

Tuesday, October 16 – 08:00-16:00

St. Andrews by the Sea –
QUAINT SEASIDE RESORT

One of New Brunswick’s most prestigious locations, the Town of St. Andrews is ranked as one of the top best towns to live in Canada.

Located on breathtaking Passamaquoddy Bay, this quaint seaside resort offers an idyllic setting to take in the stunning scenery from land to sea, enjoy the fresh ocean air and see the majestic whales in the nearby Bay of Fundy.

Settled by loyalists after the American Revolution, St. Andrews is well known for its owner-operated businesses, original architecture, turn of the century homes along quiet, tree-lined streets and abundance of galleries and artisan shops.

Surround yourself with ambiance and hospitality! This full-day tour will take place rain or shine and includes lunch and snacks. Don’t forget your walking shoes!

Wednesday, October 17 – 8:00-13:00

Kings Landing Historical Settlement –
LIVING HISTORY

Kings Landing Historical Settlement is an award-winning living history museum that has attracted more than three million visitors since its opening in 1974. Companions will experience first-hand how ordinary people lived and worked in the 19th century. Nestled in the majestic Saint John River valley, Kings Landing depicts the 100-year transformation of a young colony into a vibrant nation. Witness an epic story! This half-day tour will take place rain or shine and includes lunch. Good walking shoes are strongly encouraged.