The Journey: The Marine Atlantic Blog

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Proud of our History - Remembering the SS Caribou

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The Original MV Abegweit

Named for the Mi’kmaq word for Prince Edward Island, this powerful ice-breaking ship resembled a luxury liner. It served the PEI-New Brunswick crossing from 1947 to 1982.
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Proud of our History - the original MV Abegweit

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The Port aux Basques Terminal

For over 120 years, this terminal has welcomed countless passengers, tourists, and freight. The people of Port aux Basques have played a vital role in connecting Newfoundland with mainland Canada.
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Proud of our History - the Port aux Basques terminal

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Why is there a two hour check-in to board the ferry?

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MV William Carson

Named after a prominent 19th century Newfoundland politician, this vessel was the biggest ferry of its time in 1955. The first Newfoundland ferry to carry both passengers and cars, it served until 1977.
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Proud of our History - the MV William Carson

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Making a Reservation with Marine Atlantic

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Why can’t I return to the vehicle decks during the crossing?

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Things to Know Before You Go - Does Marine Atlantic sell Gravol onboard the Vessels?

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Does Marine Atlantic have its own time zone?

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Vessel and Schedule Changes - Does it Impact a Cabin Reservation?

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Length of crossings - why aren’t they all the same?

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Safety First: Our Commitment to Safety and Security

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