"Dear old world, you are very lovely, and I am glad to be alive in you." -LM Montgomery in Anne of Green Gables, 1908
Whether you grew up reading the
Anne of Green Gables book series, which has sold over 50 million copies worldwide, or you loved the popular Canadian Anne of Green Gables movies from the 80s or the more recent Japanese pop hit Anne of Green Gables anime TV series, you have probably dreamed of seeing Lucy Maud Montgomery's enchanting world of Avonlea and idyllic 19th century farmhouse with your own eyes!
Well, let's take a trip to beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada! You will explore the rolling fields, charming farming villages, and iconic historic sites near Cavendish that the endearing little red-haired girl Anne Shirley called home.
Join veteran literary homesite traveler Eliza Westfield In the Footsteps of Anne, as you wander through Green Gables Heritage Place, stroll beneath the whispering trees of Lover's Lane, and gaze across the shimmering Lake of Shining Waters. Plus, you will learn all the fun and exciting activities that PEI has to offer, including world-class seafood restaurants, hiking, kayaking, fishing and several of the best golf courses in Canada!
In this illustrated Anne of Green Gables and Prince Edward Island travel guide, you will love:
- Enthralling looks behind the scenes of the writing of Anne of Green Gables and where author Lucy Maud Montgomery drew inspiration from, with many fascinating facts about the area that became the world of Avonlea - and places you can visit now near Cavendish, PEI
- Insider information on each tourist attraction from the perfect time of the year to visit each site, to when the very popular festivals happen, to ticketing information and what you MUST do at each stop
- The vital locations that every Anne of Green Gables fan has to experience, from the period-accurate 1890s Avonlea schoolhouse to the Lake of Shining Waters, a once-in-a-lifetime place for reflection and romance!
- Other fun family vacation activity ideas near each attraction, so you can plan an entire weekend vacation or build a whole week's itinerary
Whether you're planning on joining the 125,000 tourists that flock to PEI each year to relive the magical tale of Anne of Green Gables, or you will explore from the comfort of your home, you will love In the Footsteps of Anne. The book highlights Anne's indomitable spirit and love for kindred spirits that continues to shine like a bright beacon of inspiration in the pages of Montgomery's first bestseller and in the landscapes and historical sites of Prince Edward Island.
Will you embark on an unforgettable trip to modern-day Avonlea and discover the true inspiration for the Anne of Green Gables story that still exists in fabulous Prince Edward Island? Enjoy the adventure!
