A Look Ahead - New Brunswick

Wildlife Viewing
Whales, you sense them before you see them!
More than 15 species are found in the Bay of Fundy
including the endangered Right whale. Learn about
their habitat and see the mighty giants with the
expert help from experienced whale-watch operators.
New Brunswick is a stopover on the Atlantic
flyway for hundreds of thousands of shorebirds.
Historically, Audubon identified more than 300
species of birds while visiting Grand Manan Island.
The province is a mecca for birdwatching, visit Marys
Point, Cape Jourimain Nature Centre, Dorchester
Cape or Lamèque with a 24-hour osprey watch,
Miscou Island, with over 300 species identified,
Machias Seal Island and the puffin colony,
Kouchibouguac National Park of Canada with the
endangered piping plovers.
Black bear safaris are a unique way to see
these magnificent animals while they feed and
interact in their natural environment.
Other Interesting
Story Angles include:
• The archaeological dig at Red Bank, first called
Metepenagiag by the Mi’kmaq First Nation, has the
most prehistoric archaeological sites anywhere in the
Maritimes. Artifacts from the old villages include
arrowheads, scrapers, knives and axes as well as
thousands of pieces of clay cooking pots.
• The unique Fundy and Acadian Isles … the summer
home of former U.S. President Franklin Delano
Roosevelt is located on Campobello Island. Old Sow
whirlpool, the second-largest whirlpool in the world,
is located off Deer Island. The quaint Grand Manan
Island, known for its supply of dulse – an edible
seaweed; lighthouses, fishing weirs and wonderful
people with character in various corners of the
island. Miscou Island, known for its red peat bogs,
shores of untouched, unspoiled and uncommon
beauty, spectacular beaches and exceptional sand
dunes are a must-see!
• Covered Bridges – New Brunswick has 64 still
standing with most still used today. The bridges
are living examples of the pride of craftsmanship,
heritage, engineering and design of our forefathers.
• World-renowned cymbal maker – Sabian cymbals
is one of the largest cymbal makers in the world.
World-famous musicians such as Phil Collins, and
New York Philharmonic’s Chris Lamb endorse
Sabian Cymbals.
A Look Ahead
The 4th World Acadian
Congress (CMA 2009) will be
held from August 7th to August
23rd, 2009, on the Acadian
Peninsula in northeast New
Brunswick. This huge gathering
will celebrate the rich heritage
of the Acadian people and will
demonstrate the vitality of their
language, culture and economy,
and strengthen the ties between
Acadians around the world.
Contact Information
Diane Rioux
Project Executive, Media Relations
Department of Tourism and Parks
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Canada E3B 5H1
Tel: 506-444-4465
Fax: 506-444-4807
E-mail: diane.rioux@gnb.ca
www.TourismNewBrunswick.ca/media
Travel Media Kit
New Brunswick
Experience
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Bay of Fundy Cruise
Carnival Cruise Line will be offering
six (6) - four-day weekend cruises to the
Bay of Fundy from New York beginning in
June 2007.
Cruise ship passengers to New Brunswick
have a unique opportunity to cruise to
One of the Marine Wonders of the World,
the Bay of Fundy and explore the historic
port city of Saint John. Shore excursions
also include a bicycle tour of covered
bridges, visit to a dairy farm, kayaking the
tides of the Fundy coast and beer tasting
at Moosehead Brewery, Canada’s oldest
family-operated brewery.
Other lines making Saint John a port of
call includes Princess, Holland America,
Crystal Cruises, Royal Caribbean and Fred
Olsen Cruises.
Awards & Designations
• The Phoenix Award was created by the Society
of American Travel Writers “because tourism can
leave permanent footprints, some harmful to
the environment, some destroying the reasons
for travelling”. SATW recognizes conservation,
preservation and beautification, and anti-pollution
accomplishments as they relate to travel destinations.
New Brunswick is proud to have two Phoenix Award
winners in 2006 - Cape Enrage and Irving Eco-Centre,
la Dune de Bouctouche.
• The American Bus Association has listed Canada’s
Irish Festival in Miramichi and Le Festival Acadien
de Caraquet on the list of “Top 100 Events in
North America”.
• Fredericton’s Boyce Farmers’ Market has been
listed as one of the “Top 8 Markets in Canada” by
Harrowsmith Magazine.
• Fredericton’s Lunar Rogue Pub has been named
as the “Greatest Whisky Bar in the World” by
Whisky Magazine.
Extraordinary Cuisine!
Take the freshest of seafood home with you, dine al fresco
or experience some of New Brunswick’s finest restaurants.
• Lobster, crab, oysters, mussels, scallops, clams and
salmon are served in New Brunswick eateries straight
from the sea
• Talk to a Chef or search for the best seafood chowder
• Sample authentic Acadian dishes or try fiddleheads
and dulse
From a sophisticated restaurant with
impeccable service to a road-side
diner, seafood is “king.” Check
out Diningpick.com for information
on dining in New Brunswick.
The Four Seasons
Does it get any better than this? Our
province experiences four distinct
seasons. Autumn offers awe-inspiring
red and gold colours with fall-foliage
tours, the brilliant reds of the peat bogs
on the Acadian Peninsula, and lively
festivals and eclectic farmers’ markets.
Let it snow! See glistening white
landscapes as you snowmobile, ice
skate, snowshoe, ice-fish or crosscountry and downhill ski. Experience
snowboarding, festivals, enjoy sleigh
rides, hot chocolate and cosy inns.
Spring then brings the promise of
warmth and renewal. Sap running,
sugaring off, fiddleheading, the first
sighting of a robin and thoughts of lazy,
hazy days of summer come to mind.
Close your eyes and listen to the waves
along the shore, hear children squealing
as they see a whale, enjoy lobster boils,
picnics, gardens, music, dancing,
beachcombing and festivals. We are
truly blessed in our province to have four
seasons and the wonderful things
associated with each cyclical change.
Signature Golf Courses
• The Kingswood Golf Course in
Fredericton was designed by awardwinning architects Darrell Huxham and
Graham Cooke and offers a 9-m (30-ft.)
waterfall, rock croppings, pot bunkers
and marshlands.
• Royal Oaks Estates & Golf Club,
Moncton, was designed by worldrenowned U.S. Open architect Rees
Jones. This parkland European linkstyle design features a landscape of
large lakes surrounded by rolling dunes
complemented by turf conditions which
rival the best in the world.
• The Fairmont Algonquin, St. Andrews
by-the-Sea, has tested golfer’s skills for
over 100 years. In 1999, award-winning
architect Thomas McBroom redesigned
the course which takes full advantage
of its location on the shores of
Passamaquoddy Bay and especially
beautiful are the ocean-front sequence
of holes on the back nine.
• The Fox Creek Golf Club course
combines architectural design and
natural beauty, breathtaking landscapes
and luscious greenery right in the heart
of the city of Dieppe. Designed by
Canadian architect Graham Cooke,
this 18-hole championship course has
challenging greens, link-style fairways,
pristine lakes and impressive tree lines
that come together seamlessly.
Outdoor Adventures
You will find an ocean of outdoor
adventures here on majestic waterways,
swimming beaches, coastal dunes and
discovery beaches.
• Kayak on the world’s highest tides
• Hike the ruggedly pristine Appalachian Trail
• See the giants of the deep as you
whale-watch in the Bay of Fundy
• Marvel at one of New Brunswick’s true
gems, the Fundy Trail Parkway. Much of
this remote, dramatic coastline has not
been seen before; however, the entire
coastal trail is to be completed to connect
with Fundy National Park by the Year 2010.
• Birdwatch, canoe, rock hound,
horseback ride, rappel, deep-sea fish,
fly fish (for men and women) on the
world-famous Miramichi River.
It’s all here with a marine ecosystem that
is a wonder of the world.
Family Getaways
From babies to grandparents,
New Brunswick has indoor and
outdoor experiences for all families…
• Crystal Palace Indoor Amusement
Park
• Science East for discovery and
learning
• Huntsman Marine & Science
Centre
• A “touch pool” and “blue lobster”
at the New Brunswick Aquarium &
Marine Centre
• The Bay of Fundy, One of the
Marine Wonders of the World, is
an outdoor classroom to see and
learn about the tides and sea
creatures visible when the tide
goes out
• Visiting Cousins program for
children at Kings Landing
Historical Settlement
• Kids get to dress up in period
costume at the Village
Historique Acadien
• Fundy National Park
designated by Frommer’s
as “Best Family Vacation”
All the activities a family could
imagine and fit into any vacation!
Unique and
Fun Festivals!
Shediac Lobster Festival – July 4-8, is located in the Lobster Capital of
the World with the “world’s largest lobster” and the warmest salt water
north of Virginia. Lobster-eating contests daily, great entertainment,
fabulous food with lobster as the “King,” this festival draws visitors
from around the world and is celebrating its 58th year!
Harvest Jazz & Blues Festival – September 11-16, the streets come
alive in Fredericton, New Brunswick’s capital city, for Atlantic Canada’s
largest celebration of jazz, blues and world music. Five days and
nights, 135 performers, 350 artists, two-dozen intimate stages, in five
historic downtown blocks. This jazz and blues festival is known as the
best east of Montreal and its reputation is growing!
Lamèque International Baroque Music Festival – July 25-29, is unique
in Canada and is preparing for its 32nd edition in 2007, featuring performers from around the world. The festival is dedicated to music from the
period 1600-1760 with outstanding performances on period instruments.
Dieppe International Kite Festival – August 15-19, is a colourful international
festival with over 35 countries presenting their kites, their cultural and culinary
distinctions. Kite building is demonstrated with flyers from around the world.
Festival Acadien de Caraquet – August 5-15, celebrate Acadian
culture amid the awesome crowds and the warm, friendly hospitality
of Caraquet. Experience the noisy tintamarre, a parade like none other!
Singers, dancers, musicians and artists alike display their talents and
their pride to people from around the world, renewing their Acadian
roots or just being Acadian for a day.
Kitchen Parties
and Dinner Theatres
Experience the authentic New Brunswick through
talented musicians at Le Pays de la Sagouine
complete with an Acadian fiddler and the young
magical voices performing on stage in the
Republic of Madawaska.
Hear the music and culture of our
descendents, Aboriginal, Loyalist and French
at a traditional “Miramichi kitchen party”
complete with guitars, mandolins, fiddles, friends
and visitors alike.
Enjoy superb cuisine and entertaining dinner
theatre at:
• The Maison Tait House in Shediac
• The Village Historique Acadien near Caraquet
• Kings Landing Historical Settlement near Fredericton
• La Trappe à Homard Acadienne near Shippagan