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Where to go, what to see, and why these small towns are worth the drive.

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Summer
Top 4 Atlantic Wonders
Top 4 Atlantic Wonders
With travel opening up all over the world, we hope to continue to inspire you with beautiful Canadian Atlantic wonders to visit. Exploring Canadian Atlantic…
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Summer
Bonavista, the Most Road-Trippable Town in Canada
Bonavista, the Most Road-Trippable Town in Canada
Bonavista, Newfoundland has been named the ‘most road-trippable’ town in Canada and for a good reason! This small town is full of colourful historic houses…
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All-season
Top 3 Bakeries In Quebec for the Best French Pastries
Top 3 Bakeries In Quebec for the Best French Pastries
Flaky croissants, buttery tarts, and pastry worth the detour — three Quebec bakeries that rival anything in Paris.
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Summer
Nova Scotia – Sunset, Sky, Animals, Forest, and Diamond Ring
Nova Scotia – Sunset, Sky, Animals, Forest, and Diamond Ring
Nova Scotia, a place in the east coast of Canada – Lively and prosperous seaside cities, historic waterfront sites, and then to picturesque tourist roads.…
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Summer
Top 7 Camping Hacks
Top 7 Camping Hacks
This summer is a bit special for all Canadians. Not just because of the weather but also for the fact that lockdown measures are being…
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Summer
Top 5 Lakes in Alberta
Top 5 Lakes in Alberta
Alberta is known for its natural beauty. This beauty includes mountains, prairies, desert badlands, vast coniferous forests and more than 600 lakes. In today’s blog…
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Fall Summer
Top 5 Golf Courses to Checkout
Top 5 Golf Courses to Checkout
As more of you are getting vaccinated by the day, it’s time to pack your bags and visit all the top 5 golf courses this…
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Fall Summer
The Most Beautiful Gardens in British Columbia
The Most Beautiful Gardens in British Columbia
British Columbia is full of amazing outdoor experiences and adventures. From skiing in Whistler to hiking in the ancient forests, there are so many outdoor…
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Summer
Top 10 Campsites near Canadian Towns
Top 10 Campsites near Canadian Towns
#1000towns choice By Landon Kiltz With the Summer months fast approaching and the nicer weather along with it, many Canadians will want to experience the…
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The Glacier Skywalk & Columbia Icefield
The Glacier Skywalk & Columbia Icefield
Step out on a cliff-edge walkway where giant glaciers perch above you and the spectacular Sunwapta Valley spreads out below. The Columbia Icefield Skywalk experience…
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David Suzuki, Scientist, TV Host
David Suzuki, Scientist, TV Host
Essay by David Suzuki for The Small Town in Me project:  “We lost something, a strong sense of community and connection to place.”   I…
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