I have visited Kings Landing a couple of times in the past and for the last several years have talked about going again. But life always seemed to get in the way and for a variety of reasons, the return trip never materialized. Photo attribution: Catherine White, Oak Lawn Images This year I made a pact with myself to make it happen, and it did! My sisters and I got up bright and early last Tuesday morning and after a stop for our prerequisite road trip coffee, we were on our way! If … [Read more...]
Our Visit to Minister’s Island, St. Andrews, New Brunswick
August 1, 2016 by · 4 Comments
Minister's Island ~ Have you ever driven on the ocean floor? No? Well, that is exactly what you'll get to do when you visit the summer residence of railway builder Sir William Van Horne. This magnificent residence is open to the public during the summer months and only accessible by land during low tide. You can see a car driving over the now exposed sandbar toward Minister's Island. At high tide (which happens twice in 24 hours), this entire area will be covered by several feet of … [Read more...]
~ CLOSED ~ Safely Hiking New Brunswick’s Fundy Coastline {$750 #WoodsExplorer Giveaway}
August 23, 2015 by · 2 Comments
My family and I love to get out at least a couple of times each year and enjoy the rugged beauty of Canada's majestic Fundy shoreline. We are fortunate to live in relative proximity to many provincial parks, as well as Fundy National Park, Fundy Trail, Cape Enrage and the Fundy Footpath. Hiking is one of the most popular activities in Fundy National Park and with over 100 kilometers of trails, your favorite beach, river valley, or waterfall is just waiting to be discovered! Fundy's trails … [Read more...]
The Twisted Sisters at the Captain’s Lookout Cottages {Hotel Room Tour}
November 15, 2014 by · 13 Comments
A few weeks ago my sisters and I went on a little girls getaway. We only had a couple of days, so didn't want to venture too far. We decided on a staycation in our home province of New Brunswick, where we would explore, or re-explore in some cases, the beautiful Fundy coastline. We based our stay out of one of the cutest little cottages, Captain's Lookout Cottages, located in New Horton, N.B. (sounds like it could be in a Dr. Seuss book doesn't it...lol). We picked this cottage, not only … [Read more...]
The Twisted Sisters Visit Hopewell Rocks, New Brunswick
October 25, 2014 by · 4 Comments
A few weeks ago my sisters and I went on a little girls getaway. As I mentioned in my post outlining our trip to Cape Enrage, N.B., we only had a couple of days, so didn't want to venture too far. We decided to have a staycation in our home province of New Brunswick. We wanted to explore, or re-explore in some cases, the beautiful Fundy coastline. We rented the cutest little cabin in the tiny hamlet of New Horton, N.B., planned some delicious meals, packed our suitcases and coolers and … [Read more...]
Our Favourite Places to Eat {#cbias Restaurant Blog Tour}
July 11, 2013 by · 39 Comments
Where do you like to go for a special "grown up" meal with your spouse, family or friends? We all have a few little hidden gems in and around our communities, the places we go to when we want great atmosphere and delicious food. If your summer plans include a trip to southern New Brunswick, I am going to put you in the know and share some of my secret destinations with you! … [Read more...]
