Winter Fun at Magnetic Hill Zoo

If you are looking for a fun winter activity now that COVID restrictions are lifted, make sure to add the Magnetic Hill Zoo to your list! The volunteer organization “Friends of the Zoo” is hosting wintery Sundays at the zoo each weekend so that you can visit to see some of the animals that enjoy

Wineries of Nova Scotia

If you have ever been to the beautiful Annapolis Valley in Nova Scotia, you may have been able to stop at some of their amazing vineyards – if not – you definitely need to on your next visit! This past October, Greg and I (and my mom and cousin) were able to check out four

Visiting the Fortress of Louisbourg

There is a gem of a location to check out in Cape Breton, only about 30 minutes outside of the city of Sydney. It’s a place you don’t want to miss, and is an incredible sight to see: The Fortress of Louisbourg. Introduction The Fortress of Louisbourg is full of history, and is a National

The Cabot Trail

Looking for the perfect fall getaway in the Maritimes? Well make sure to check out the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Especially in October when the leaves are starting to change, but honestly with it’s huge cliffs and beautiful coast, it’s probably just as gorgeous any time of the year. The Cabot Trail

Victoria by the Sea, PEI

Victoria by the Sea fits the “Maritimes” description perfectly, a small fishing village right on the ocean, with lovely little touristy shops to check out and the Lobster Barn – the home of the most delicious lobster rolls that I’ve ever had! Victoria is on the south shore of Prince Edward Island and is only

Step Back in Time at King’s Landing

One of the places that Greg was most interested in when he moved to Canada was King’s Landing. Truly a gem in New Brunswick, it is a place where you get to step back in time and experience what life was like in the 19th century. Greg and I chose a nice fall day in

Sunflower Festival in Salisbury, NB

Every year at the end of August, the Green Pig Country Market in Salisbury, New Brunswick hosts the “Sunflower Festival”. This year, Greg and I decided to check it out and see what it is all about – and we were not disappointed! The Sunflower Festival Admission to the festival is $12 per person, and

Post-Quarantine Date Day in Moncton

With a pandemic still going on, this is the year for staycations. Taking advantage of appreciating your local area and all of the great things to do there. In Moncton, there are lots of great ways to spend your day. But our first choice, was to spend a day at Magnetic Hill Wharf, then spend

Pick-A-Pearl in Epcot

  Looking for a fun and unique souvenir from your Walt Disney World trip? A really fun experience is the “Pick-A-Pearl” in Epcot. Head over to the Japan Pavilion in the World Showcase! Once you get to the beautiful Japan pavilion, check out the Mitsukoshi Store. You will see thousands of souvenirs to choose from

Mickey’s Not so Scary Halloween Party

Fall is one of my favorite times of year at Walt Disney World. Not only is the Magic Kingdom decorated so beautifully in it’s autumn decorations, but there’s even more fun to be had! On special nights between August to October, you can pay for a ticket to “Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party”, and