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Fundy - St. Martins

Wishing for an Passport to Adventure? Fundy-St. Martins delivers spectacular views, lovely accommodations & dining, interesting architecture & history, vibrant arts & culture, and many trails & adventures. Explore St. Martins sea caves, the beach & tidal harbour, two covered bridges, the Quaco Head Lighthouse, the Quaco Museum & Library, and the Fundy Trail Parkway. Your Beach Street Inn Bay of Fundy Experience is waiting.

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Visit Moncton - Dieppe

Moncton-Dieppe, New Brunswick is your hub for fun in the heart of the Maritimes. Indulge in world-class food & drink experiences, shop ‘til you drop, pamper yourself, and embrace the vibrant arts & culture urban landscape here. This is the grown-up playground you have been waiting for and it is a perfect weekend getaway!

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St. Andrews by-the-Sea

St. Andrews by-the-Sea casts its salty spell on you instantly. The pull of this seaside resort town has enticed wealthy summer visitors since the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. They knew this town was special, and you will, too. You can sense the history and grandeur here. Let it sweep you off your feet and hold you spellbound. I dare you to not to fall in love with St. Andrews.

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Tour The Towns By The Bay (of Fundy)

Tour The Towns By The Bay (of Fundy) for an ah-mazing adventure with breathtaking scenery as you discover countless hidden gems in Rothesay, Quispamsis, Hampton and Grand Bay-Westfield. Stay in a romantic inn, dine in unforgettable restaurants & sweet cafés, and explore parks, trails, a river system along a rolling countryside. Take a ferry ride and embark on a quilt barn tour, a historic heritage home tour, and a sculpture tour. Go apple picking, taste local brews, and visit farmers markets. Go antiquing, and pop into arts & artisan shops. Seek out a lighthouse, and a covered bridge. Enjoy four towns, in three days, and two nights for one spectacular New Brunswick Bay-cation getaway.

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Catch a Day in Miramichi

Cast your line for 24 hours of fun in Miramichi and hold on tight. The Mighty Miramichi is well known for its salmon fishing, but take my word for it - there is a lot more than fish to lure you here. So brace yourself for endless outdoor adventure, amazing local food & drink, a few fascinating history lessons, and a heaping measure of down-home hospitality. Welcome to the Chi!

All Aboard for Florenceville-Bristol

Florenceville-Bristol is a delightful destination. It is steeped in history and brimming with natural beauty. Enjoy the view and experience some of New Brunswick’s greatest food & drink, then climb aboard a railway car to enjoy the most unique accommodations ever. Get on track for a fun-filled adventure.

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Saint John, New Brunswick

Art, culture, and history comes alive in Saint John, New Brunswick. It is home to many green spaces - charming parks & elegant public gardens, tree-lined streets, and one of the largest urban parks in North America. Victorian era architecture is everywhere and amazing public art is scattered throughout the city. There are museums & art galleries, day & night markets, quaint local boutiques & unique shops, fabulous restaurants & cafes, and a vibrant container village & gathering space with ongoing activities. You are going to love it here!

Shediac New Brunswick

Welcome to the pretty little Acadian town of Shediac, New Brunswick. It is the Lobster Capital of the World, and it is known for its fine, sandy beaches, with the warmest waters north of Virginia. It also has a fascinating Acadian history dating back to the early 17th century. Enjoy great food, art, history, culture, architecture, outdoor adventures, and stunning sunsets. Shediac is waiting to welcome you.

Destination Doaktown and Boiestown

Doaktown & Boiestown are not just signs on a highway you pass by on your way somewhere else, this is a Destination to Discover! You won’t believe how much there is to see & do along the majestic Miramichi River. And do I have a place for you to stay. Discover Doaktown & Boiestown and find a treasure trove of hidden gems.

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Colourful Edmundston New Brunswick

The Edmundston-Madawaska area has more cultural character to welcome you, and enough good food, and good times to hold you for a long time! The people who live here fully embrace their history and celebrate who they are. They are so welcoming that you find yourself planning a return trip before you ever leave.

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Let Sussex Surprise You!

Let Sussex Surprise you! This quaint small town will charm you with shops & cafes, rolling hills & rural farming countryside, and Atlantic Canada’s largest mural project that celebrates this town’s fascinating history through massive artworks painted on the town’s buildings.