Of course the ocean that surrounds P.E.I. is always changing and has a tremendous influence on the character of the island as a whole. As well as being physically splendid, P.E.I. has much to offer historically and culturally. Winters are less severe than in much of Canada. Because of warm currents, the ocean here is much warmer, so swimming in the summer is particularly enjoyable. The most popular months for visitors are July and August, and this is also the driest time of year.
Winter brings a unique beauty, and is less severe than in much of Canada.
During this season there is a large variety of activities, and every weekend there is something going on in the way of a carnival, festival or various indoor and outdoor sporting events. A beautiful former country home in P.E.I. Archaeologists have found evidence of aboriginal habitation on P.E.I. dating back approximately 11,000 years. The Micmac Indians have been resident in P.E.I. since around the time of Christ. They used to spend summer on the Island and winter on the mainland. The first European to see the Island was Jacques Cartier in 1534.