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Top 6 Family-friendly Beaches in New Brunswick

With over 50 beautiful beaches along both the Fundy and Acadian Coasts, New Brunswick is a long-standing favourite destination for a beach vacation. Swim in the warmest saltwater beaches in Canada, take part in a sand sculpture competition, play in the surf or relax on the soft sand.Here are some of the best beaches in New Brunswick for a day of fun in the sun with the family.

Top 12 Coastal Hikes in New Brunswick

Hiking NB bloggers James and Vicki Donald share their favourite spots for hiking on the Acadian and Fundy coasts.From the cobblestone beaches on Campobello Island, along the lava spires of Grand Manan Island, across the rocky shoreline of the Fundy Footpath, to the sandy beaches along the Northumberland Strait, it is not hard to see that New Brunswick has a diverse coastline to explore. We feel the best way to explore this coastline is by taking a hike, but we may be biased. Now get your boots and let’s go on an adventure!

Everyone is Welcomed: 2SLGBTQI+ Travel in New Brunswick

Travel with Pride and experience our welcoming nature in New Brunswick. Whether you’re looking for an unplugged getaway, or a cultural hangout in one of our vibrant cities, New Brunswick has everything you need for your next East Coast escape.With a growing number of Rainbow Registered tourism businesses in New Brunswick, 2SLGBTQI+ travellers can look forward to a welcoming experience from a variety of accommodations, attractions, and activities.Here are just some of our Rainbow Registered tourism operators.

Motorcycle Route - La Tobique Loop

Day trip from Edmundston. Ride the edge of the storied Saint John River, then up the Tobique river and through ancient Appalachian Mountains. * Please check recommended businesses mentioned in this blog are open prior to your trip Today we’re talking to Marie-Ève Martin from Edmundston. They've been riding since Summer of 2011.

Where to Go Apple Picking in New Brunswick

U-picks and orchards to guarantee you keep the doctor away this fall.Who loves apple picking in the fall? 🙋If you’re looking for spots to go in New Brunswick, you’re in luck. Due to the province’s unique microclimates we just so happen to be one of the best spots to grow apples in Canada. And with tons of different varieties to choose from, you’ll have no trouble picking a favourite for your baked desserts or your snacks. (Honeycrisp, anyone?)

Year-round Goodness at the Market

If you can make it, bake it, or grow it, you’ll probably find it at a New Brunswick farmer’s market. Here are a few to check out.Think farmers markets are for summer only? Think again. The ground might freeze in the fall and our black bears may go into hibernation for the winter, but New Brunswick growers, bakers, farmers, and artisans won’t let a little weather get in the way of our beloved farmer’s market tradition.

Go Play in New Brunswick’s Provincial Parks

Picture this: spending your morning watching the sunrise on the beach, strapping on your hiking boots to explore scenic trails, then topping it all off with an evening of stargazing and roasting marshmallows over the campfire. Sounds good, right?

New Brunswick's Most Popular Golf Courses

We’ve put together a list of some of New Brunswick’s most popular public golf courses, noting what makes each one unique. For a full list of all golf courses in New Brunswick, check out the Golf NB map to find a course close to you, or one for your next road trip itinerary.Algonquin Golf Course (Saint Andrews)18 holes | Par 72Yards | 7,135

Weekend Wanderings on Grand Manan Island

Kaitlyn Pendleton, a native and resident of Deer Island, takes you on a tour of Grand Manan, the largest of New Brunswick’s Bay of Fundy Isles.In my opinion, there is no beauty that comes close to coastal beauty, something that the Bay of Fundy does not lack. We may have had fog all weekend, but we were still able to make the most of it and have a great time exploring all that Grand Manan Island has to offer!

New Brunswick’s got Canada’s warmest saltwater beaches. Here’s why.

Pack those bathing suits... sun, sand and saltwater swimming are headed your way.Warmer than an Olympic swimming pool. Warmer than anything North of Virginia. And warmer than waters anywhere else in Canada.Up to 29 degrees Celsius, in fact. (That’s 84 degrees Fahrenheit.) Yep, Canada’s warmest saltwater beaches are right here in New Brunswick. And we’re pretty sure there’s a looong, sandy stretch with your name on it.

8 Reasons Why You (Really) Want to Spend Time in Nature

It makes us nicer - and that’s not all. Dr. - Willi Broeren As a resident of New Brunswick’s capital city, Fredericton, I consider myself fortunate to live in a place with a river running through it plus access to amazing trails and a wonderful provincial park. As an individual, I highly treasure these things. As a physician, I know that nature is very important for our health. In these times of soaring rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and mental illness, nature can be a powerful antidote.

Top Trails for Snowshoeing & Winter Hiking

Hiking NB bloggers James and Vicki Donald share their favourite winter trails and tips.When winter comes, we have to put away our hiking boots and get out our winter boots and snowshoes. There is nothing better than the silence of the forest after a fresh snowfall, but there are some things you should remember before heading out. There are three main differences between hiking and snowshoeing: access, difficulty, and temperature.

Winter in New Brunswick's Parks

Breathe in wonder IN New Brunswick's ParksWant to make the most of everything winter brings? Head to our parks. These beauties put the ‘wonder’ in winter wonderland.You can kick up some fresh powder as you snowshoe through frosted forests or strap on your skates and carve out some figure eights on a frozen lake. Name your favourite winter activity and we’re sure to have a park that’ll raise your winter game.

Janik's Moncton Faves: Cycling, Cafes, and City Culture

Clémentine Café (62 Elmwood Dr., Moncton) I live in the Sunny Brae area, which is located right behind the univ

Kouchibouguac’s Hidden Gems to Explore on Your Next Visit

Any New Brunswicker knows that we hit the jackpot when it comes to having the most incredible national parks right here in our province. In fact, we have not one but two national parks, and one just so happens to include sweeping sandy beaches and dunes, salt marshes, and beautiful Acadian forests. If you haven’t experienced Kouchibouguac National Park, what are you waiting for?

48 Hours in Bathurst and the Chaleur region

Adjacent to Chaleur Bay, where the water is warm and the weather is beautiful, you’ll find the City of Bathurst. The perfect destination to stop and unwind for a few days. Walk along the stretches of beaches, savour a delicious bite to eat in the city or even grab a fresh beer from a microbrewery - the Chaleur region has a bit of something special for everyone. Here are my “must see” spots on your next Bathurst excursion.

Birding in New Brunswick: pro tips for great sightings

Far be it from me to claim that I have travelled far and wide to practise my passion of birding, but when it comes to New Brunswick, I know it inside out! I’ve had the chance to live some wonderful adventures in search of the maximum number of species and rare birds. My passion has allowed me to visit every corner of this province with its generous avian biodiversity.

An Afternoon Apple Picking at Everett’s Family Orchard in Fredericton

We came for the apples, but we fell in love with the view! As soon as we stepped out of our vehicle we were greeted with a bird’s eye view of the rolling forested hills and farmland of the Saint John River Valley.

Plan a Trip Around Magnetic Hill

It’s been intriguing visitors since the 1930s and continues to be one of Canada’s top attractions. Find out why this hill - and the area - is so magnetic.It’s on the Great Canadian Bucket List and recognized as one of Canada’s Historic Places. It’s been one of Canada’s most popular tourist attractions since the 1930s. And it continues to intrigue scientists and visitors alike.

Where to eat on the Acadian Peninsula

Get your fill of all the gastronomie that the Peninsula has to offerIt’s a tough job, but someone has to do it! Eating and drinking your way around the Acadian Peninsula while touring this magnificent region is an absolute delight, and a gig I welcomed wholeheartedly. My friend Julie joined me on my New Brunswick Storyteller excursion, and together we took one for the team and truly indulged.

Cozy Cafés and where to find them

In need of some caffeine? We’re sharing our favourite spots to grab a cup and a treat.Coffee shops are a mainstay of urban life, and New Brunswick’s cafés are the coziest around. We know it’s as much about the ambiance as it is about the warm bevvies and sweet treats, so we’ve assembled a list of some go-to favourites from around the province. We think a road trip might be in order, so grab your coffee cup and go enjoy those espressos, cappuccinos, mocaccinos, macchiatos, chai lattes, matcha teas and other dessert coffees and steeped or infused drinks!

10 Family-friendly RV Campgrounds To Travel To This Summer

If you type “RV campgrounds in New Brunswick” into Google Search, a whole assortment of pins will pop up on your map. Many fall on the coasts, or along one side or the other of the Saint John River, flowing all the way from Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Woodstock to Century Farm Family Campground along the Bay of Fundy.

Family-Friendly Trails in New Brunswick

Hiking NB bloggers James and Vicki Donald share their favourite spots for family hikes.