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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

If seeing puffins close up is on your bucket list, book a half-day excursion to Machias Seal Island. Avid bird watchers, nature lovers, scientists, wildlife photographers, and filmmakers have been flocking to this wee mile-long island in the lower Bay of Fundy for almost 200 hundred years. Folks like me go, too, toting a little camera with a tiny lens, and a big sense of adventure because no other birding destination compares for close range puffin observation and photography. If you love puffins, the puffin tour at Machias Seal Island is a must do.

Village Historique Acadien is an open-air living museum set in Betrand, New Brunswick, in the heart of the Acadian Peninsula. Stroll the 2.2 kilometre loop, and meet vibrant characters portraying the day-to-day lives of Acadian families from 1770 to 1949. Villagers pull you into the past, as they showcase their customs, and creativity of the time. This is a living history lesson that stays with you long after you leave.

Let the magnetic phenomenon pull you up the hill and into Magnetic Hill Winery & Brewery. Wine drinkers and beer enthusiasts alike can satisfy their thirsts, socialize, and enjoy Magnetic Moments plus book a stay at their Guesthouse, too. Cheers to great drinks and great times with great views as you enjoy the best of both worlds at Magnetic Hill Winery & Brewery!

Board a small ferry and head to endearing Deer Island. This wee wonder is halfway between the Equator, and the North Pole. Whether you love canoeing or kayaking, hiking, biking, or simply taking slow scenic drives, this is a hidden gem that begs to be discovered. Treat yourself to a dawn to dusk adventure, or stay for a day or two or longer. Unplug, and discover what getting back to nature really means on this sweet little Bay of Fundy isle jewel.

Be moved, be changed forever by the transformative Ballet by the Ocean. Immerse all your senses as you enjoy culinary art and ballet art together in a magical place. It is a world-class experience featuring a chef-inspired regional local tasting menu and original ballet choreography inspired by and created for an outdoor stage in a stunning natural habitat on the southeast shore of New Brunswick, Canada.

Paddle around Flowerpot Rocks in a sea kayak at high tide then return a few hours later at low tide to walk the very ocean floor you recently kayaked. It is an experience that you will never forget and it happens at the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park in New Brunswick Canada.

Enjoying a Farm to Table NB experience at Lavender at Ocean Breeze Farm during peak bloom is like a trip to France in summer time (without the headache of air travel). What a delightful, delicious, dreamy day. Mark your calendars for Dinner in a Lavender Field next year to reserve a seat at the table. This is a dream come true and it happens right in Saint-Édouard-de-Kent, New Brunswick.

Turn back time and stroll into a country Summer Market. Be allured by the charm of an 1840 Georgian Manor nestled in the village of Dorchester, New Brunswick. Discover vintage treasures and local artisans, family-fun activities and old-fashioned summer treats. Treasure an unforgettable experience at Lady Smith Manor.

Le Jardin de Gus is a garden to behold. It is a mystical, eclectic, earthly paradise, a utopia of plants, flowers, water features, stonework and unexpected recycled artistry. This is a garden for all your senses and it is right here in your own backyard in Edmundston, New Brunswick.

The New Brunswick Sunflower Festival is a feast for your eyes. Be awestruck as you catch a wagon ride to the top of the massive field to see 250,000 beautiful suns facing you at once. It is an annual event now in Salisbury that you can look forward to year after year.

Making Waves: Art on the Island is an annual event sponsored by Sunbury Shores Art and Nature Centre. This Fine Art Auction is a community arts and nature fundraiser held at Covenhoven House on Ministers Island. It is a extraordinary evening held in a remarkable place, featuring works by 50 contemporary artists, and it all begins by crossing to an island on the exposed ocean floor when the tide is low.

Kingsbrae Garden is a 27-acre fine horticultural garden highlighting traditional formal gardening as well as modern styles. Each themed garden beautifully showcases unique features and characteristics. The sculpture garden is impressively filled with winners of a Canada-wide sculpture competition and The Garden Café offers a lovely patio view or a pretty indoor dining room for lunch, afternoon tea, drinks or dinner. 

The New Brunswick Botanical Garden has twelve themed gardens with more than 80,000 plants making it the largest arboretum east of Montreal. Find innovative gardens, serene waterscapes, Artists in Residence, a Herbalist’s Pavillon with educational and interactive workshops, and the sweetest cafe perched perfectly to enjoy the marvel of it all. Plan a trip to this pretty provincial park on 8 acres next to the Madawaska River, located in suburban Saint-Jacques neighbourhood in Edmundston. The New Brunswick Botanical Garden is a garden to love.

The historical accounts that surround McAdam Railway Station have all the makings of a Hollywood movie or a good Netflix series. Tales of high society, affairs, murder & mayhem, and ghosts & paranormal activity abound here. Come hear the fantastical stories, anecdotes, and rumours, while you enjoy a guided tour through this famous Canadian icon & national historical treasure then enjoy some famous Railway Pie served in the station’s diner - just like it was over a century ago.

Having a few of my favourite things coming together in an event at Galley on Queen was something I was not going to miss. Then I discovered the masterful floral styling of Reuben Mark Stewart.

Imagine vacationing in a 1830’s home that was once owned and decorated by Kate Reed, Canada’s first interior decorator. Then imagine that same historic house, recently redesigned by international designer Lee Wells, with luxurious style and comfort. Picture yourself staying in this beautiful 4 + 1 bedroom, 6 bathroom cottage set in the resort town of St. Andrews by-the-Sea on a garden property with an ocean view rooftop balcony. This is Cory Cottage.

Welcome to the luxurious Tidal Treasure Guest House. This unique 14-acre property is specifically designed to welcome and pamper guests from around the world while showcasing the beautiful southwest region of New Brunswick. I spent 3 nights, and 4 days in this 5-Star Bed & Breakfast overlooking the historic St. Croix River near St. Stephen and I highly recommend you treat yourself, too.

Creekside RnR is luxury glamping in south eastern New Brunswick. Stay in a mirrored cabin or a geodesic dome immersed in nature. Enjoy this creekside oasis, with a Nordic Spa on-site. Treat yourself to gourmet food, and unique experiences, and activities. Rest and relaxation are the order of the day with a side of outdoor adventure - if you so wish. Head to Creekside RnR and let the forest be with you!

Heaven Inn Devon is the prettiest Airbnb ever! It is the perfect getaway for a girls weekend, a romantic escape with your partner, or even a sweet retreat for a small family. This heavenly 4-unit apartment rental is ideally situated close to walking trails, parks, restaurants, and the beautiful Bill Thorpe Pedestrian Bridge which puts you in the heart of downtown Fredericton in mere minutes. Come walk the stairway to Heaven Inn Devon.

Stay North at the Algonquin Resort and Spa this winter. Chef James May is putting on the glitz and bringing elegance back with 5-Course Dinners, High Tea and Sunday Brunch. Everything you loved about the Algonquin delivered in a brand new way that will have all Maritimers flocking to St. Andrews By-the-Sea and snowbirds secretly glad they didn’t go south this year.

Find Gulliver's World Café in a restored historic farmhouse at 17 River Run Lane in Gagetown, New Brunswick. Chef Thane Mallory and his wife, Nancy, welcome you to enjoy culinary flavours from around the world with down home Maritime hospitality, and a spectacular waterfront view. There are docking facilities for boaters, and Gulliver’s Guest Suites for overnight stays. Enjoy this little slice of heaven and wake up on the water.

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.

Quartermain House was voted one of the best B & Bs in North America. It consistently receives top customer reviews & certificates of excellence. A Hallmark Movie was even based on the author’s stay here. Be treated like royalty in this elegant 1840’s Gothic Revival historic home on a waterfront property in downtown Fredericton, New Brunswick.

Escape on a Girls Weekend at Cottage Chic ~ a charming waterfront apartment rental in beautiful & historic St. Andrews By-The-Sea. We came, we shopped & we had a wonderful time in the sweetest Airbnb rental ever!

Maple lovers unite… it is time to make your annual pilgrimage to your local sugarbush farm. Visions of pancakes, and pure golden maple syrup, and that sweet, sweet taffy will soon be dancing in your head! Follow me to Dumfries Maples for a variety of sweet maple products, a sugarbush tour, a maple meal, and the complete sugarbush experience. Make a reservation at their Pancake House, and strap in for the sweetest day ever!

Let the magnetic phenomenon pull you up the hill and into Magnetic Hill Winery & Brewery. Wine drinkers and beer enthusiasts alike can satisfy their thirsts, socialize, and enjoy Magnetic Moments plus book a stay at their Guesthouse, too. Cheers to great drinks and great times with great views as you enjoy the best of both worlds at Magnetic Hill Winery & Brewery!

Find Gulliver's World Café in a restored historic farmhouse at 17 River Run Lane in Gagetown, New Brunswick. Chef Thane Mallory and his wife, Nancy, welcome you to enjoy culinary flavours from around the world with down home Maritime hospitality, and a spectacular waterfront view. There are docking facilities for boaters, and Gulliver’s Guest Suites for overnight stays. Enjoy this little slice of heaven and wake up on the water.

By the River Bed & Breakfast offers a charming Chinese New Year Open House in Fredericton. New Brunswick. Coral Shuai & Hao Hua welcome visitors and their guests to be part of their traditions & celebrations. Enjoy a taste of traditional food & tea, experience music, stories and the magic of this festive time in their beautiful heritage inn. There is also a special rate for guests staying overnight to enjoy a Chinese New Year Dinner Feast, too.

Dine Around Freddy is a FROSTival favourite and it is coming to Fredericton Capital Region for three weeks this winter. Chefs at over 30 participating restaurants have curated special 3-course dining menus at a set discount price It is a wonderful time to get out and try some new-to-you restaurants or revisit your favourites to see what’s new on their Dine Around Freddy menus. Make your reservations and get ready to indulge in some delicious food.

The Tipsy Muse encourages you to stop and enjoy your life to inspire your work. This licensed cafe serves up coffee, drinks, a few eats, live music and cool vinyl tunes. It is a creative space that invites you to unplug and chill out, or plug in with free wifi and get creative collaborating with friends. The Muse serves up the good things in life to truly inspire the best possible you.

The Purrfect Cup is first cat café of its kind in the Maritimes. Come for a great locally-roasted coffee or select from over a dozen different flavoured teas and try some locally-baked goods, or come for a visit in the special cat lounge for kitty snuggles, and to purr-haps find a fur-ever friend. The Purrfect Cup is the cat’s meow and it is located in Fredericton, New Brunswick.

Wolastoq Wharf is consistently awarded ‘Where to Eat in Canada’ year after year based on customer reviews. This upscale seafood restaurant, located in Fredericton North, is my favourite seafood restaurant in town. You can count on excellent service, a relaxed atmosphere, and perfectly flavourful meals - every single time. And can we talk about desserts?! Whether for a casual lunch, a weekend brunch, or an exquisite evening of fine dining, Wolastoq Wharf is my go to for a great meal in Fredericton.

Urban Threadz is an uber-cool boutique in an 1840 heritage home in historic downtown Fredericton. It offers one stop shopping for gorgeous clothing, accessories, home decor and gifts all under one big beautiful roof. It is one of my favourite places to shop in town. Come see what the buzz is all about.  

Vintage in the Village is a wine tasting walk through one of the sweetest villages in New Brunswick. This annual fundraiser sells out almost immediately and for good reason. Browse the antique & artisan shops and follow the map to historical sites & heritage homes, where you are met with wine samples, and tasty appetizers. It is all for fun, and fun for all.

Pumpkins, pumpkins and more pumpkins await you at La Grande Grouille. There are thousands of them in every size, shape and colour. There are also fairies & gnomes, witches & wizards, cats & bats, birds & insects, and animals & mystical creatures. Each year has its own special theme and exciting new spectacular surprises. What remains the same is that La Grande Grouille is an fabulous fall festival and an important annual ritual, as together fantastical creatures rise to remind us to take good care of the earth. Look, listen & learn on the most magical weekend of the year as New Brunswick Botanical Garden celebrates La Grande Grouille.

The Atlantic Balloon Fiesta, also known as Atlantic Canada’s Most Colourful Festival, is an annual event that is proudly held in Sussex, New Brunswick. It has grown over the past few decades into a huge 3-day weekend event jam-packed with wonderful activities, music, food and fun for everyone. The highlight is watching 30+ beautiful hot air balloons in many different colours, shapes and sizes inflate, launch, and float across the serene September blue sky. You can also fly in one too! I highly recommend it!

Enjoy an open-air, long-table dining experience set amidst the breathtaking backdrop of Kings Landing Historical Settlement. Step back in time, as you gather, and interact with villagers and other special guests for a Harvest Feast celebration. A seasonal bounty of traditional Maritimes heritage recipes are shared together while you are continually entertained by villagers. Enjoy time travel, an old fashioned harvest feast, and a lively Kitchen Party.

Welcome to Christmas at the Manor - an old-fashioned Victorian Christmas Market at Lady Smith Manor. Shop for unique holiday gifts & stocking stuffers as well as delectable sweets & treats all made by local makers and creators. Discover vintage-inspired vendors & local artisan booths, and festive family-fun activities on the grounds of an 1840 Georgian Manor nestled in the village of Dorchester, New Brunswick.

Kings Landing welcomes you to experience a Victorian “Christmas in the Valley” on two special weekends in December. Make your way to this historical settlement on the Saint John River, in Prince William, New Brunswick. Stroll the festively-decorated village and soak up the most wonderful time of the year. You will leave with a heart overflowing with holiday spirit.

Christmas in the Village is an annual two day weekend event held in late November in the Village of Gagetown, New Brunswick. Local artisans & craftspeople, along with local shops, offer a unique shopping opportunity. The Village is bustling with something for everyone. Enjoy great eats & drinks, festive displays, and even a special visit from Old Saint Nick himself.

The I.O.D.E. Evergreen Tour is a annual fundraising event showcasing four festively decorated homes in and around Fredericton, New Brunswick. Get inspired for the holidays as you visit homes dressed to the nines in celebration of the most wonderful time of the year. Then enjoy a very special reception following the tour. Get your tickets early as this year is sure to be a quick sell out.

Imagine having a floral stylist not only design your holiday home inside and out but also share tips and tricks so you can do it yourself in the future. It was a dream come true for me when Reuben Mark Stewart taught me how to forage, then style my home in an imaginative, natural, woodsy, festive celebration. Following Reuben’s lead, I now have confidence in creating my own DIY arrangements going forward. Step into my home to see the results and enjoy a step-by-step fireplace mantel styling guide. Then get inspired to bring the outside - in to create your very own whimsical holiday showcase.

‘Twas the month before Christmas, when all thro’ downtown, The shoppers were frantic and on a countdown. And so it begins… Join me as I give you a glimpse of my hometown’s downtown, through a familiar sounding poem. Spend a day, in my shoes and though my eyes, with my dear friend too, as we enjoy shopping & walking about, savouring the festive moments in beautiful downtown Fredericton. I hope you get a chance, in your own shoes, to experience the same. It is one of my favourite places.

Take McAdam Railway Station - a provincial and national treasure, then gather a village of volunteers and decorate every nook and cranny. Next, add lights, glitter and sparkle, and a well-timed snowstorm. Bake cookies for the children, and make a lot of hot apple cider. Add some festive music - a carol… “It’s Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas,” then have the stationmaster open the doors. Admirers will come, and they will smile and marvel in childlike wonder. It is the perfect recipe for Christmas at the Station.