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Moncton is Canada's first officially bilingual city and is located at the geographic center of Atlantic Canada and central to two contrasting coasts; the rugged beauty of the Fundy Coast (where you will find the highest tides in the world), and the picturesque Acadian Coast (with the warmest saltwater beaches north of Virginia).

As well, Moncton is the Maritimes' center of attractions, so it's your obvious choice for a docking point for the duration of your visit. There is a multitude of high quality accommodations ranging from luxury hotels to smaller motels, the city also has a variety of restaurants from seafood to tasty Acadian dishes and everything in between.

Some Places of Interest are:
Magnetic Hill Theme Park
This Park is anchored by the world renowned Magnetic Hill, rated as one of the Province's Top Attractions, the park also includes the Wharf Village Shoppes and Restaurants (try their delicious seafood chowder); Magic Mountain Water Park, is also rated as one of the Provinces Top Attractions; the award-winning Magnetic Hill Zoo (the largest zoo in Atlantic Canada) and the Magnetic Hill Railroad.

Hopewell Rocks
Hopewell Rocks' is located a 40 minute drive from downtown Moncton, and is massive columns of rock, wearing wigs of gnarled evergreens, stand on absurdly narrow stems of stone. Carved by the tides of the Bay of Fundy, the natural sculptures are nicknamed the "flowerpot rocks". During low tide, you can make their way down to the beach and explore rocky columns, caves and crevices. At high tide, the Bay rises to fill the caves and turns the "flowerpots" into rocky islands. The best time to visit the park is three hours before until three hours after low tide.

Champlain Place - Crystal Palace
One of the largest shopping malls in Atlantic Canada, Champlain Place is THE place to shop for even the most ambitious shopper! Stores include the GAP, Sears, Future Shop and Walmart which are just a few of the more that 160 shops and services. But don't wear yourself out shopping, there's adventure abound just across the parking lot at Crystal Palace, another must for any family vacation. Open year round, the park offers everything from thrilling roller coaster rides and the wave swinger, to the adventures of laser tag (there's even outdoor rides during the summer months). The Park is located in the same complex as the Ramada Plaza Crystal Palace Hotel, McGinnis Landing Restaurant, and Chapters Bookstore.

Fundy National Park - Kouchibouguac National Park
Fundy National Park is a 206 square-kilometer park that offers exhibits, self guided trails, picnic areas, and spectacular panoramic views of the Bay of Fundy. The Park has more than 600 camping sites, 53 housekeeping chalets, 20 motel units and a 20-bed hostel, a golf course and restaurant. Kouchibouguac National Park (located on the Acadian Coast) boasts the warmest salt water north of Virginia. You can pitch your tent next to a fireplace and picnic table or cycle on 32 kilometers of trails, walk on endless stretches of beach and watch for grey seals resting on off-shore sandbars or bobbing like corks in the water.

Driving Regulations In New Brunswick
A United States driver's license is valid for operating a motor vehicle in New Brunswick, as are those of most European nations. Unleaded and diesel gas are available throughout the province and are sold by the litre. There are 3.78 litres in one US gallon. Seat belts are mandatory for all drivers and passengers. Children under five years of age and under 18 kilograms (40 lbs.) must be in an approved child seat. Radar detectors are prohibited whether the device is in use and connected or not.

Speed Limits In New Brunswick

Drinking And Driving Laws In New Brunswick
The legal blood alcohol limit is 0.08. The province of New Brunswick has now introduced a strategy against drinking and driving. Anyone with a breathalyzer reading more than the legal limit of 0.08 may be charged under the Criminal Code of Canada. The police have the authority to suspend for 24 hours the driver's license of any driver found to have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.05 or greater. Anyone charged could also be fined or placed in jail for a length of time determined by the offense.

Helpful Telephone Numbers
Here are some telephone numbers that you may find useful during your trip in New Brunswick.