New Brunswick differs from the other Maritime Provinces both in its geology and climate. Blessed with an impressive coastline along the Bay of Fundy, the Northumberland Strait and Chaleur Bay, New Brunswick is sheltered from the coastal influences of the mighty Atlantic Ocean by its neighbours Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. This means the sea bathing its coves and beaches is invitingly warm for summer swimming and water sports.  The summer climate is balmy with broad blue skies and sunshine. Come Autumn the foliage colours are spectacular, making it the perfect time for touring and exploring.

With its stunning coastline, mighty rivers and the unique Bay of Fundy, it’s New Brunswick’s natural assets that are drawing holidaymakers to this special part of Canada. Just over five hours away from the UK, New Brunswick offers the excitement of Canada, on our doorstep.

Paddle your way to a unique summer holiday – sea kayaking adventure

For 3 days you can kayak the longest uninhabited coastline on the east coast of Canada. Enjoy camping on secluded beaches and feast on seafood from the Bay of Fundy. Adventurers will learn about the Bay’s ecology, tides and sea life. Share the waters with seals, porpoises, a multitude of shorebirds and perhaps even the rare North Atlantic Right Whale.

The coastline is spectacular with high cliffs, seas stacks and caves. No kayaking experience is necessary but a good general level of fitness is recommended. The trip operates in July and August and costs £372 per person including three nights accommodation, three breakfasts, one lunch and all equipment and guiding.

Flights from London Heathrow to Fredericton, via Halifax are available from Air Canada from £689 per person.  For more information or to book please call 020 8776 8709 or visit Frontier Canada at http://www.frontier-canada.co.uk

Join our election and vote for the Bay of Fundy!

The eyes of the world are currently upon Canada’s Bay of Fundy. It has been selected as a finalist in a global campaign to select the new seven wonders of nature. This beautiful, natural phenomenon has the highest tides in the world and everyday 100 billion tonnes of seawater roll into the bay. The Bay is the summer feeding ground for half the world’s population of the endangered North Atlantic Right Whale. So join the election race and vote fundy! votemyfundy.com

Food Glorious Food – Fiddlehead ferns, purple seaweed and seafood

Great food is a vital element of any holiday. New Brunswick has cuisine to satisfy the most demanding galloping gourmet. Famous for its seafood; lobster, scallops and fresh oysters are all readily available. Visitors can join the crew of a local lobster fisherman and learn how to catch and cook their own lobster.

May is Fiddlehead season in the province. This fern is a delicacy which sprouts to life on the banks of rivers throughout the province. The ferns are picked whilst young and curled and are at their best steamed until tender.  Dulse, the purple seaweed is harvested by hand from the west coast of Grand Manan Island, off the Southern coast of New Brunswick in the Bay of Fundy. This “super food” can be added to salads, soup, pasta and seafood chowders to give it a nutritional boost as it is one of the most powerful plants on the planet and a natural source of iodine and chlorophyll.         

Claims to Fame

Longest Covered Bridge in the World

The 1,282 foot Hartland Covered Bridge is the longest covered bridge in the world.  It was originally constructed by the Hartland Bridge Company and has since been declared a Provincial and National Historic Site. Formed by citizens on both sides of the St. John River it officially opened July 4, 1901.

New Brunswick has 62 covered bridges located throughout the Province and with over 80 rivers in New Brunswick, such bridges are essential.  Local legend tells that the bridges were covered to resemble barns, so farm animals would feel more at home as they crossed the rushing waters and would not stampede!

The McCain Family – A chip off the old block

Brothers Harrison and Wallace McCain were the great grand sons of Irish potato farmers who emigrated to New Brunswick in the late 1800’s. The brothers created the internationally renowned McCain’s frozen food empire in 1956. The company entered the British market in 1965 much to the delight of many housewives who could now throw away their potato peelers! McCain Foods is still located in Florenceville and has more than 50 food-production facilities operating on four continents.

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Editors Notes:

The Atlantic Canada region is coastal Canada on our doorstep.  Just five hours away from the UK the provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island have all the perfect elements for an interesting and inspiring escape.  Each province has its own character but all are renowned for their outstanding natural beauty, stunning coastline, friendly people, incredible seafood, UNESCO World Heritage sites and National Parks. This region really is Canada’s best-kept secret.

To discover more about Atlantic Canada visit www.AtlanticCanadaHolidays.ca. or take a tour.