We just had to tell you about this mesmerizing natural wonderland, only a two-hour flight from New York City. The kids will quickly forget MySpace and iPods when they set eyes on the whales, foxes and little brown bats found in this North Atlantic coast locale. And parents, get ready to awaken childhood dreams and break out of your comfort zone as you explore the Bay of Fundy's ocean floor with your children or rappel off the nearby cliffs—all within easy reach of the quaint and welcoming Canadian city of Moncton. The adventure The area's hottest attraction has to be the world-famous tidal bores. These phenomena of the extreme tides (highest in the world) of the nearby Bay of Fundy allow you to trek the Atlantic Ocean floor in search of fossils—then kayak over the same spot six hours later! And oh, the Hopewell Rocks, colossal formations jutting from the seabed, created by weather and tides over millions of years. Also near Moncton are white gypsum caves to explore and bird-watching on Cape Enrage Beach. In winter, families can enjoy ice-skating, tobogganing, cross-country skiing and even a magical sleigh ride at Broadleaf Ranch, just 45 minutes from Moncton. Other attractions At the Olivier Soapery, a guide will keep the kids busy with a hands-on soap-making tutorial while you shop for aromatherapy bath salts and massage oils. And be sure to explore the Saturday Farmers' Market in the neighboring town of Dieppe for homemade goodies and crafts to bring back to the city folk. You can also drive your rental car to Moncton's Magnetic Hill, where an optical illusion makes it seem like your car is rolling uphill backwards. Hungry? Enjoy fresh lobster rolls and "sandpiper" chowder at the charming Bell Inn, the oldest stone building in New Brunswick. Where to stay The kids will marvel at all the little bunnies running around the grounds of the Wild Rose Inn. This kitschy, antique-laden inn, complete with whirlpool baths and fireplaces in most rooms, has a comfy-cozy feel you'll appreciate after all your daily adventures (from $120 per night). For more info www.tourismnewbrunswick.ca; Wild Rose Inn, 888-389-ROSE, www.wildroseinn.com.