Let romance be your guide for an Atlantic Canadian staycation

Ready for a romantic getaway? Whether you’re newlyweds or celebrating 50 years together, the East Coast is the perfect backdrop for your staycation.

NOVA SCOTIA

Wine, picturesque vineyards, adorable bed and breakfasts, what’s more romantic than that?

Wolfville is calling and couples should be packing their bags. This charming town is waiting to welcome you with open arms as you explore world-class wineries and the beautiful surroundings in the Annapolis Valley.

Don’t worry about a designated driver when you and your partner book a tour on the Magic Winery Bus. This double-decker bus will pick you up at the Wolfville Visitor Information Centre, take you to five of the most popular wineries, then drop you safely back, taking all of the stress out of planning a wine tour of your own.

What You Need to Know

Booking information and more can be found at magicwinerybus.ca

The Wolfville Visitor Information Centre is located at 11 Willow Ave., in Wolfville

Tours range from $60-$100 and last from six to eight hours

For more information, contact dhovell@magicwinerybus.ca

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

There’s a reason Prince Edward Island is one of Canada’s top honeymoon destinations. This quiet, peaceful island is the perfect location for your next romantic staycation.

Take a scenic drive to

North Cape and stroll along the reef during low tide before treating yourself to a famous PEI lobster dinner.

If you’re a more adventurous couple, try your hand at a kiteboarding lesson. PEI Kiteboarding offers lessons for the adventurous taught by PASA certified instructors who are sure to make your visit one to remember.

“We are pleased to invite you into our own backyard and partner our love of kiteboarding with your adventurous side,” says David Macneill, lead instructor.

If you’re looking for a perfect package, check out Cavendish Beach Love offered by Fairways Cottage. This package includes a carriage ride, stargazing at your own firepit and a spa tub fit for two. They even pack you a picnic lunch with local cheeses, fruit, sweet treats, and champagne.

Can you feel the romance in the air?

What You Need To Know: Kiteboarding

More information can be found at peikiteboarding.ca/ lessons

Packages are $200 for two to 2.5-hour lessons

Lessons take place in the Cavendish Beach area

What You Need To Know: Cavendish Beach Love

More information can be found at fairwayscottages. com/packages

Fairway Cottages is located at 7420 Mayfield Rd., Cavendish

From July-September, this package is $569 per couple

The Magic Winery Bus will pick you up at the Wolfville Visitor Information Centre, take you to five of the most popular wineries, then drop you safely back.

and includes two nights accommodations, a carriage ride, a picnic lunch, a welcome bottle of wine and a romantic dinner for two.

NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR

Nothing says romance like delicious food and a magical setting, which is exactly what Lighthouse Picnics in Ferryland offers. Ferryland Lighthouse, built in 1870, is home to a unique business that provides couples with perfect picnic lunches made fresh every day at the lighthouse. Menu options include a veggie picnic, ham and brie picnic, and curried chicken picnic, with an incredible dessert menu to choose from.

As if a picnic lunch isn’t adorable enough, Lighthouse Picnics offers guests books from their library on everything from wildflowers to poetry that will have your heart melting in no time.

“I honestly don’t know how it could get any better than this — fantastic food, fabulous view and beautiful weather. Money can’t buy this kind of peace and relaxation," says Charlene Tulk Woodford, from Newfoundland.

What You Need to Know

More information can be found at lighthousepicnics.ca

Ferryland is approximately an hour's drive from St. John’s and the lighthouse is one of the first things you’ll see as you enter the area.

For more information, call 709-363-7456 or email reservations@lighthousepicnics.ca

Picnics should be booked in advance and are $29 per person

NEW BRUNSWICK

If sleeping in a castle is your idea of romance, the Algonquin Resort in New Brunswick will make your dreams come true.

Located in the charming town of St. Andrews by the Sea, this resort has everything to make your romantic getaway an experience to remember. Relax and indulge at the on-site spa or play a round of golf at the resort’s world-renowned course.

It’s the perfect place to relax, forget about your worries and focus on one another in Canada’s first bayside resort town.

What You Need to Know

More information can be found at algonquinresort.com

The resort is located at 184 Adolphus St. in St. Andrews.

For more information, call 506-529-8823 or email reservations@algonquinresort.com

Masks are mandatory in all public areas and many guest experiences have been adjusted to be contactless

Rooms range from $150$250 per night, with packages available at various rates.