{"product_id":"unhurried-canada-heather-cranston-9781068523434","title":"Unhurried Canada: A Scenic Tour of Roadside Attractions","description":"This fold-out map invites readers to rediscover the joys of slow travel. It's a celebration of the long-forgotten road trip, where the journey itself is an experience to be savoured, rather than just a means to reach a destination. Across Canada's vast landscapes, from the Pacific shores to the eastern seaboard, this guide highlights quirky, monumental, and endearing attractions that dot the country's highways and byways. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is not your average travel guide. Unhurried Canada evokes nostalgia for an era when travellers embraced the open road, stopping at every odd and intriguing roadside attraction they passed. From colossal sculptures like the World's Largest Paddle in British Columbia to the towering coffee pot in Davidson, Saskatchewan, each stop brings with it a story steeped in local pride and history. The guide is an invitation to slow down, soak in the scenery, and marvel at the roadside wonders that reflect Canada's diverse heritage and playful spirit. \u003cbr\u003eThe attractions featured are as vast and varied as the country itself. In Alberta, the world's largest dinosaur looms over the Badlands of Drumheller, reminding visitors of the region's prehistoric past. Just a few hours away, you can spot Mac the Moose in Moose Jaw, once locked in a rivalry for the title of the world's tallest moose. In Manitoba, you'll find the 1931 Rolls Royce replica, marking Steinbach's status as the \"Automobile City,\" while in Ontario, Sudbury's Big Nickel pays homage to the city's mining history. Each landmark has its own peculiar charm, from Alberta's giant cowboy boot to the world's largest lumberjack in Ontario. \u003cbr\u003eFurther east, in New Brunswick, the world's largest lobster looms in Shediac, a testament to the province's maritime culture and thriving lobster fishing industry. Meanwhile, Nova Scotia greets seafarers with a towering 60-foot fiddle on Sydney's waterfront, symbolizing the province's deep connection to music and culture. Crossing Canada's famed Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick to Prince Edward Island, visitors can marvel at the engineering prowess that created the world's longest bridge spanning ice-covered waters. \u003cbr\u003eFor travellers venturing to Canada's northern reaches, landmarks like the polar bear in Churchill, Manitoba, and the beluga sculptures along the Saguenay Fjord in Quebec offer a glimpse into the country's more remote and awe-inspiring landscapes. There's even an Inukshuk in Rankin Inlet, a symbol of Canada's North and the endurance of its Indigen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Heather Cranston\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1068523433\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781068523434\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Herb Lester Associates\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/10\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Folded\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eNot available to be shipped via Media Mail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heather Cranston","offers":[{"title":"Folded","offer_id":46384189669631,"sku":"9781068523434","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/unhurried-canada-heather-cranston-9781068523434","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}