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How to Time Your Visit to Hopewell Rocks (And Walk on the Ocean Floor)
The Bay of Fundy experiences the highest tides in the world. The water levels can rise and fall up to 50 feet in a single day. Because of this extreme shift, visiting Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park requires a bit of strategy. If you time your visit poorly, you will only see the tops of the…
Confederation Bridge vs. The PEI Ferry: How to Choose Your Route
Road-tripping the Canadian Maritimes means you must cross the Northumberland Strait to reach Prince Edward Island. You face two main choices: driving the Confederation Bridge or taking the Northumberland Ferry. We faced this exact decision during our 7-day East Coast road trip. We ultimately chose the bridge. Here is why we picked the driving route,…
6 Days in Montreal: A Summer Itinerary for Food and History Lovers
We traded the Vancouver rain for a warm summer week on the East Coast. Montreal shines during July. The streets fill with festival crowds. Patios spill onto the sidewalks. We spent six days exploring the cobblestone streets from June 30 to July 5. We ate famous smoked meat sandwiches, hiked historic mountains, and searched for…
The Magic of Quebec City in Winter: An Insider’s December Guide
Every year for the past four years, we escape the rain in Vancouver and fly across the country to spend the first week of December in Quebec City. There is something about the crisp cold air hitting your face as you walk through a 400-year-old city that makes you feel completely alive. Quebec City in…
Exploring New Brunswick: Hopewell Rocks, Fundy Tides & The Lobster Capital of the World
After exploring the coastal charm of Nova Scotia and the red sands of Prince Edward Island, the final leg of our Maritimes road trip brought us to New Brunswick. New Brunswick is a province defined by nature’s extremes. It is home to the highest tides on earth, lush national parks, and arguably the best lobster…
A Perfect 2-Day Prince Edward Island Itinerary: Charlottetown, Cavendish & Incredible Seafood
There is a unique magic to Prince Edward Island (PEI). From the moment you cross the sparkling waters of the Northumberland Strait, you are greeted by rolling green hills, vibrant red sand beaches, and some of the best seafood on the planet. During our East Coast road trip, we spent two incredible days exploring Canada’s…
A Romantic Day in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley: Wine, Pizza & A Boutique Stay
If you are traveling through Nova Scotia as a couple, no road trip is complete without spending a day in the Annapolis Valley. Known as the agricultural heart and wine country of the province, the Valley is bursting with rolling hills, lush vineyards, and incredible farm-to-table dining. During our East Coast road trip, we spent…
The Ultimate 7-Day Canadian Maritimes Road Trip Itinerary (NS, PEI & NB)
If you are looking for the perfect blend of rugged coastlines, world-class seafood, and scenic drives, you cannot beat the Canadian Maritimes. If you are planning a couples’ getaway or a scenic road trip, this 7-day itinerary covers all the must-see highlights without feeling too rushed. Here is exactly how we spent our week out…
