Packing For A Day At The Beach

There are a few things we always have in our beach bag that you may not think to take. Today I am sharing what we are packing for a day at the beach. 

For the most part, you can have this bag packed and ready to go all summer. Switching out clean and dry towels or items that need replacing. What do you always pack for a day or afternoon at the lake or ocean?

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Relaxing in Nature at Séjour Kouchibouguac Resort – #StopToSeeNB

Where to Stay in New Brunswick –  Séjour Kouchibouguac Resort This year we have partnered with Séjour Kouchibouguac Resort to sponsor our family adventures in the region.  …. Our Stay at Séjour Kouchibouguac Resort in late March was very relaxing and a wonderful opportunity to spend time with my youngest son, Clayton. Our visit was … Read more

Winter Travel: Car Prep & Safety

Winter Car Prep & Safety

Family Winter road trips can be so much fun. Not only are many destinations more picturesque in winter, they often offer off-season rates, additional outdoor activities and an opportunity to explore by skiing, snowshoes, sleigh ride and more. When road tripping, you want to ensure your vehicle is well maintained and ready for the travel. … Read more

Bathurst, New Brunswick – #StopToSeeNB

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Inside: Our #StopToSeeNB, two-night mom, son, and dog- visit to Bathurst, New Brunswick. Sharing what we did, where we ate, and where we stayed.

Stop #4 in our series “#StopToSeeNB – Visiting Hometowns In New Brunswick”, is Bathurst, New Brunswick. Bathurst is located on the northern shores of New Brunswick on the Chaleur Bay.

This visit was sponsored by Tourism Chaleur. We also had suggestions and help planning from Pauline at La Prominade Waterfront tourism centre.

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#StopToSeeNB- Alma, NB – Visiting Hometowns In New Brunswick

Inside: Our #StopToSeeNB, two-night family visit to Alma, New Brunswick. Sharing what we did, where we ate, and where we stayed.

Stop #3 in our series “#StopToSeeNB – Visiting Hometowns In New Brunswick”, is Alma, New Brunswick. This was a fun-filled 3 days in Alma, experiencing history, hiking, beach exploring, and more.

We were sponsored in part by Fundy Cabins for this stay. They offered ideas and suggestions for where we ate and businesses in town to visit. All opinions and experiences are our own. We partner with destinations and businesses we feel fit our audience and brand.

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New Brunswick Family Day Trips & Destinations

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New Brunswick Family Day Trips & Destinations

Are you looking for family day trip ideas in New Brunswick? Well, we have a list of over 50 for you!

When it comes to family travel, I truly believe in exploring where we are from. Two summers ago we started a series called #StopToSeeNB, hoping to encourage more people to explore and visit our picturesque and heritage-rich province. In 2020, with the province in a state of emergency and our borders closed, we put together this resource to help you plan some day trips and weekend destinations in New Brunswick. This list will be updated and grow as we visit more places.

UPDATED IN SUMMER 2022
Our travels will continue to expand this list, as we share activities and destinations we have personally experienced. 

PLEASE check with each destination before heading out to ensure they are open and any updated information that you may need for planning.

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Boultenhouse Heritage Center in Sackville, NB

On a recent weekend trip to Sackville, New Brunswick, we checked out The Boultenhouse Heritage Centre. It is one of Sackville’s oldest surviving homes, containing a museum to showcase the areas rich history. We took a guided tour and learned about shipbuilding in the late 18th century, early Victorian life through artifacts displayed in the parlor, more about domestic life and then the growth in other industries & manufacturing that happened in the region.

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#StopToSeeNB – Miramichi, New Brunswick Staycation

Inside: Our #StopToSeeNB, two-night family visit to Miramichi, New Brunswick. Sharing what we did in Miramichi, where we ate and where we stayed.

Stop two on our series “#StopToSeeNB – Visiting Hometowns In New Brunswick”, is Miramichi, New Brunswick. This was a fun-filled 3 days in Miramichi, experiencing history, the Folksong Festival, boat rides, ziplining, and more.

We were hosted by the city of Miramichi and followed an itinerary created for us on this visit. All opinions and experiences are our own. We partner with destinations and businesses we feel fit our audience and brand.

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#StopToSeeNB – Sackville, New Brunswick

Inside: Our #StopToSeeNB, two night family visit to Sackville, New Brunswick. Sharing what we did in Sackville, where we ate and where we stayed.

Hey everyone! Have you ever stopped to look at what there is around you when planning a night or weekend away? We have started a new blog series called “#StopToSeeNB – Visiting Hometowns In New Brunswick”, to share some of the reasons we love New Brunswick, why we are proud to be from here, and in order to instill a sense of belonging in our children.  We are a family of 4, Ruth Ann (me), Doug (my husband), Lorne (16 yrs) and Clayton (6 yrs), and traveling most of the time with our dog Bo. We will highlight the things we saw,  where we ate and where we stayed in each place we visit.

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