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Saint John and the Towns by the Bay for the Holidays

Searching for the perfect holiday escape? Saint John and the Towns by the Bay have everything you need to capture the magic of the season. Imagine sparkling lights, charming window displays, unique boutique shopping, heartwarming theatre productions, cozy rural markets, festive food and drink, and of course, visits with Santa, all wrapped up in a warm embrace of holiday cheer. There’s truly snow place like Saint John and the Towns by the Bay for the holidays to discover all the ways to make this season unforgettable.

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Clare Nova Scotia - Culinary Destination

Clare, Nova Scotia is a sweet little southwestern Nova Scotia community that is big on Acadian culture and heritage, and home-style hospitality. It is also a fishing community privileged to have year-round access to fresh seafood. Add in a few top-notch Chefs with innovative ideas to create flavourful dishes and special events, a cidery, a brewery, a distillery, and a couple wineries, and a culinary destination is born that is putting Clare, Nova Scotia on the map.

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Meet Clare Nova Scotia

Acadian pride, ocean air, and a warm welcome — that’s what you’ll find in Clare, Nova Scotia. From kitchen parties and seafood feasts at Belliveau Cove, to sunset walks on Mavillette Beach, rum-running tales at Smuggler’s Cove, and sweeping views from Cape Saint Mary, every stop along the French Shore tells a story. Step inside studios where artists turn sea and shore into masterpieces, taste Acadian traditions like rappie pie and fresh lobster, and join the joy of the Festival Acadien de Clare or the lively Tintamarre on National Acadian Day. Clare isn’t just a place to visit, it’s a place to belong. Come discover this hidden gem on Nova Scotia’s French Shore.