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Campobello Island, a jewel in the Bay of Fundy, offers an unforgettable coastal retreat. Home to the famous Roosevelt Campobello International Park and one of the world’s most photographed lighthouses, this island invites you to explore its rugged beauty. From dramatic coastlines and unspoiled beaches to salt marshes and old-growth forests, Campobello is a haven for outdoor adventures like hiking, whale watching, and birding. Visit Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Summer Cottage or tee off at the island’s scenic golf course. Steeped in history and natural splendour, Campobello will renew your spirit. Let it become your beloved island escape.

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Campobello Island Oceanfront Cottages

Discover the charm of Campobello Island at its finest—where oceanfront cottages offer the ultimate escape. Picture waking up to sweeping coastal views, unforgettable sunsets, and whales playing in the distance. Whether you're seeking family fun, a romantic retreat or adventure, these idyllic cottages provide the perfect backdrop for it all. Dive into island life and experience a slice of paradise too beautiful for words. This is Campobello Island Oceanfront Cottages—your coastal dream come true!

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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Grand Manan Island

Grand Manan welcomes you with open arms to its rugged, storm-beaten yet peaceful haven. It is the island that is too good to be true and there is no place like it. The waters around Grand Manan are a haven for whales, porpoises, seals, and seabirds. Let it share its unspoiled scenic vistas and hidden secrets. I guarantee it will capture your heart.

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Deer Island

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.

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Lovely Lunenburg

Lovely Lunenburg is Home of the Bluenose II, and vibrantly painted colonial homes and buildings in every colour of the rainbow. Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site, Lunenburg greets its visitors with the best example of preserved wooden British colonial architecture in North America. Enjoy the vibrantly painted 18th & 19th century homes, restaurants, stores, museums, and galleries that brightly light up the town like a brand new box of crayons.