Travel Stories & Road Trips

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POV: You Drive Over 6,000 km So Your Dog Can Experience the East Coast Learn about the exciting adventures that you and your four-legged friend could have with Marine Atlantic! Amanda, Loren, and their husky mix, Espresso, share their tail-wagging experience with Marine Atlantic.
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Setting Sail with Marine Atlantic – and your RV Learn all the ins and outs of travelling with your RV while setting sail with Marine Atlantic with the advice of Alyssa Morahan of Fulfilling Travel.
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Five Reasons to Take the Scenic Route and Drive Here are five reasons why your next trip to Newfoundland & Labrador should include taking your vehicle of choice on the scenic route with Marine Atlantic.
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Your Way Home This year is a special one for Newfoundland and Labrador with Come Home 2022. We're inviting everyone to return, to plan your trip, to pack your vehicle with everyone and everything you need for that special trip home.
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Tablelands Gros Morne
Your Gateway to a World of Wonders Book your ferry crossing and explore the natural beauty and history of Atlantic Canada with the Parks Canada Discovery Pass. Experience Newfoundland and Labrador’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites and more.
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Worlds Apart, Just a Crossing Away Book your Atlantic Canada adventure and see how Marine Atlantic brings you to beautiful destinations, worlds apart, just a crossing away. Today, dream. Tomorrow, explore Newfoundland and Labrador and Nova Scotia.
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Adventures Close to Home Sometimes you don’t have to go far to make beautiful travel discoveries.
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At the Wheel: Susie Deridder In honour of International Women’s Day, we chatted with Commercial Driver, Susie Deridder.
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A Few Items for Your Newfoundland and Labrador Bucket List Looking for bucket list experiences in Newfoundland? Look no further.
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Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site
Living on the Edge: A Visit to Cape Spear, Newfoundland and Labrador As a can’t-miss opportunity on your Newfoundland adventure, here are a few of our favourite things to do in Cape Spear.
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Colourful buildings in old town Lunenburg.
Five Things to See and Do in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia Just an hour from Halifax, Lunenburg offers so much to explore—both on and off shore.
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Maud Lewis: Nova Scotia's Folk Art Hero Learn about Lewis' life and vibrant artwork, and find out where to see some in person.
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A couple snowshoes past evergreen and birch trees along a snow-covered bluff overlooking mountains, trails, and the Atlantic.
Winter Fun In Nova Scotia Have a blast with these fun things to do in a Nova Scotia winter!
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A group of six older hikers take a moment to rest and take in the scenery on the tablelands at Gros Morne National Park.
5 Tips For Your Gros Morne Camping Trip Get tips on how to prepare for your Gros Morne camping trip—and how to make the most of your experience while you're there.
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A smiling couple candidly samples white wine in a vineyard at a Nova Scotia winery while a group picnics in the foreground.
A Weekend in Nova Scotia Wine Country Here are a few of our favourite things to do during a weekend in wine country.
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Signal Hill
A Day Spent Around Signal Hill, Newfoundland and Labrador Find a wealth of history, scenery, and fun activities at Signal Hill and nearby St. John's.
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A smiling brunette woman raises a glass of white wine during a patio dinner at a restaurant on the Halifax waterfront.
7 Halifax Restaurants Worth the Trip This port city is home to dozens of culinary hotspots. Here are 7 that are well worth the trip!
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A Whale of a Time: Whale Watching in Newfoundland and Labrador Your guide to whale watching in Newfoundland and Labrador—including species you’re likely to see, when to visit, and more.
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Newfoundland and Labrador's Best Hiking Destinations From Gros Morne to the East Coast Trail, here are some of Newfoundland's best hiking destinations.
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A Pocket Guide to Grand Falls-Windsor, Newfoundland and Labrador A small town with a big heart, and home to outdoor adventures, friendly folks, natural beauty, and so much more.
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Rocky Harbour
The Best of Rocky Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador Discover the ideal base for exploring the untouched wonder of Gros Morne National Park.
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Twelve Must-Visit Nova Scotia Provincial Parks With over 200 provincial parks in Nova Scotia, there's something for everyone. Here are 12 of our favourites.
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The tourist filled Bluenose II, a replica of the famous racing schooner, sails past the tree-lined hills of Lunenburg Harbour.
7 Interesting Facts About the Bluenose II Here are seven interesting facts about Nova Scotia’s legendary sailing ambassador.
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A cup of tea and a yarn with Beulah and Gordon
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