Saint John, New Brunswick
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!

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Shediac New Brunswick
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.

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Points East Coastal Drive Prince Edward Island
Points East Coastal Drive Prince Edward Island

Provincial parks with pristine white-sand beaches, top notch golf courses, biking trails with coastal views, hiking, kayaking, deep-sea fishing, birdwatching, shopping for artisan treasures, country roads, farmers fields and roadside stands, and picturesque small fishing villages, and lighthouses… Points East Coastal Drive PEI has it all and then some.

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Victoria By-the-Sea
Victoria By-the-Sea

Enchanting Victoria By-the-Sea will woo you with its charming colourful painted homes, some even with widow walks reminding you of its seafaring history. This storybook coastal village has good food, artists and artisans galore and a beautiful coastline. There’s a mystical draw here for all who visit. Stop, eat, stay and play.

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Magnetic Hill Winery
Magnetic Hill Winery

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!

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Gulliver's World Café and Guest Suites
Gulliver's World Café and Guest Suites

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.

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Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl Festival
Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl Festival

Crawl aboard the Nova Scotia Lobster Crawl Festival, along the beautiful south shore of Nova Scotia - from Barrington to Peggy’s Cove - the whole month of February. Indulge and experience lobster by sipping & savouring, staying & playing, shopping & hopping, touring & participating in all things lobster. Seas the Day and Shellebrate! It is all for lobster and lobster for ALL! 

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Chinese New Year at By the River B and B
Chinese New Year at By the River B and B

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.

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Dine Around Freddy
Dine Around Freddy

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.

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Christmas in the Village in Gagetown New Brunswick
Christmas in the Village in Gagetown New Brunswick

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.

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The I.O.D.E. Evergreen Tour
The I.O.D.E. Evergreen Tour

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 beautifully curated homes in celebration of the most wonderful time of the year. Then enjoy a very special reception at Government House following the tour. Get your tickets early as this year is sure to be a quick sell out.

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Vintage in the Village in Gagetown New Brunswick
Vintage in the Village in Gagetown New Brunswick

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.

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The New Brunswick Sunflower Festival
The New Brunswick Sunflower Festival

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.

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Beautiful Birchdale
Beautiful Birchdale

Oh, if the walls could talk at Birchdale... It has hosted some notable guests over this past century like: Greta Garbo, Babe Ruth, Teddy Roosevelt, Danny Kaye, Ted Williams & Disney Illustrator Milt Neil to name a few. You can feel the illustrious history here ~ it is almost palpable. I recently went off-the-grid and attended a Writers Retreat at this rustic beauty and do I have a tale to tell.

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Mabel Murple's Book Shoppe and Dreamery
Mabel Murple's Book Shoppe and Dreamery

Mabel Murple’s Book Shoppe & Dreamery is what children’s dreams are made of. Nestled on River John on the Sunrise Trail on the Northumberland Shore of Nova Scotia, Canadian Children’s Author, Poet & Educator Sheree Fitch opened up her personal hobby farm, and created a purplicious place where books come alive through imagination, creativity and old fashioned family fun.

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Inn at Fortune Bridge
Inn at Fortune Bridge

Fall asleep in Prince Edward Island and wake up in Paris at Chef Michael & Chastity Smith’s newest boutique hotel.The Inn at Fortune Bridge is like a step back in time to Paris in 1910. Be swept up in this luxurious setting with all the modern comforts while surrounded by 19th Century French antiques. Then be swept away to Chef Michael’s Famous Fireworks Feast at The Inn at Bay Fortune in a chauffeured vintage Bentley to arrive and depart in style.

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A Taste of Devour at the Algonquin
A Taste of Devour at the Algonquin

DEVOUR! The Food & Film Fest came to the Algonquin Resort in St. Andrews by-the-Sea and it was nothing short of incredible! The Algonquin showcased the magic of this spectacular celebration of food & film with a jam packed fun feast-ival weekend in a beautiful fairytale setting.

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