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HOW TO DO THIS TRIP

RIDING THE OCEAN

he Via Rail Ocean train from Montreal to Halifax (or vice versa) is a 22-hour journey called “The Maritime Way,” though travelers can break up the trip by hopping off midroute. The Ocean departs three times a week (Sunday, Wednesday, Friday), and tickets for the summer season often sell out, so book early. Ticket prices vary greatly depending on whether you want to bed down

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