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The Hot Spot: Eastern Townships

In each issue of Maclean's, we showcase the best places to travel in Canada right now. This month we take the scenic route to the Eastern Townships:  

Nestled along the Canada–U.S. border, the Eastern Townships, or Les Cantons-de-l’Est, blend English and French-Canadian culture with local food, wine, art and music. The Townships have long been a destination for outdoor enthusiasts and wellness seekers—visitors can luxuriate in surreal outdoor spa experiences, thanks to the area’s lakes, rivers and mountain ranges—but hip new wine bars and distilleries have transformed the region into a contemporary all-season haven. Here, a selection of standout spots to savour while exploring the Townships’ natural beauty.

Check out the full guide to where to eat, stay, play and more:

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Also in this issue:

• Changpeng Zhao: The Canadian crypto king who lost billions 
• My dad’s secret criminal past: A memoir 
• How physicians assistants could help fix health care in Canada
• Hot Spot: Why everybody is flocking to the Eastern Townships

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