Like most places in the world PEI offers a different perspective to a visitor than what it does for its inhabitants. However, on the Island the two worlds do mesh quite well.  In that, I mean PEI as a tourist destination is very much the same as PEI as a place to call home and the allure is similar in most parts for both parties. 

What brings over a million visitors to this little piece of eastern Canada every year?  Lifestyle!  The island is a wash in natural beauty, from its oceans to its gently rolling landscape.  It is rich in heritage and culture  of all its founding people (Celts, Native or French Acadian).  It is a family oriented tranquil destination with a focus on the outdoors, quality time, succulent feasts, and down time.

That is not to say there is nothing to do.  To the contrary if you want to keep busy as opposed to wasting days on a beautiful beach enjoying the sound of surf, warm sun on your skin and the sent of nautical air enveloping you like a gentle friendly hug, you certainly can.

Golfing is one predominate activity in PEI during the Spring, Summer and Fall months.  With an endless array of quality courses that can challenge any player it is no wonder that the Island has been name Canada's #1 Golf Destination numerous times. But we don't stop there.  Eco tourism, placing you back where you belong and harmonizing your soul with the beauty of creation is also bringing many to us.  Be it canoeing, kayaking, gentle strolls through nature, more robust hiking & biking, or just hanging around the campfire site...its all here for those who long to remember life as it should be.

In short, people choose PEI for their holidays because of lifestyle.  Moreover, as an opportunity to leave cell phones, 16 hour days, dense traffic commutes and all that represents the modern busy city in order to harmonize the spirit with nature and peaceful tranquility. 

If you would like more information about a holiday in PEI or want to plan your next adventure, we recommend this site as a good place to start   http://www.gov.pe.ca/visitorsguide/

Don't forget to visit us here in Summerside, we offer many activities for the happy wonderer . You can visit the city's website for all the details  http://www.city.summerside.pe.ca/