Cape Breton Island 
Pictou Island: Discover Tranquility and Seclusion on Your Next Nova Scotia Getaway
Discover the quiet, secluded, and peaceful nature of Pictou Island with a day trip or summer getaway. Pictou Island is small enough to see in a day… Read more »
25 Must-Visit Historic Sites in Nova Scotia
Learning about history from books and museums is great, but sometimes you want a closer look. That’s why you go to historic sites, which do sometimes include… Read more »
Whycocomagh Park – Explore the Heart of Cape Breton Island with Breathtaking Hikes and Lookouts
Whycocomagh Provincial Park, nestled in Cape Breton’s mountains, offers scenic lakeside and hillside camping with stunning views of Bras d’Or Lake. Hike the Salt Mountain Trail to enjoy panoramic lookouts and Acadian forest beauty. Ideal for summer or fall visits, guests can enjoy well-equipped campsites, access to nearby accommodations, and peaceful nature walks. Don’t miss vibrant fall colours, forest diversity, and unforgettable Cape Breton landscapes from this serene provincial park gem.
25 Lakes For Fun Water Activities in Nova Scotia
The waters of Nova Scotia are not all saline, and there are plenty of places to swim that don’t involve the open ocean. Nova Scotia is home… Read more »
Escape to Mira River Provincial Park: Discover Tranquility on Cape Breton Island With Paddling, Beaches, and Riverside Camping
Mira River Provincial Park offers a peaceful Cape Breton escape with riverside camping, three beaches, and calm waters ideal for paddling. Enjoy hiking the park’s forested loop, swimming at McLellans Bay, or launching a canoe from the northeast shore. Nearby attractions include Sydney’s restaurants and shops, scenic hikes, and historic sites like the Fortress of Louisbourg and Marconi National Historic Site—perfect for day trips while enjoying nature and local culture.
Everything to Love at Battery Provincial Park: Jerome Point Lighthouse, Canal Trails, and Coastal Bliss
Battery Provincial Park is a stunning coastal destination on Cape Breton Island that blends nature, history, and recreation. Explore historic trails that pass by ruins and lead to the Jerome Point Lighthouse, enjoy the beach at St. Peter’s Bay, visit the St. Peter’s Canal National Historic Site, or take a picnic by the water. Camp under the stars, learn about early European settlements at local museums, and rent kayaks or bikes to fully experience the beauty and history of the area.
50 Bucket List Ideas for a Summer Trip to Nova Scotia
If you’re looking for adventure, beauty, relaxation, history, incredible food, and interesting stores, you will find all these and more in Nova Scotia. From Yarmouth to Meat… Read more »
Nova Scotia Cottage Lands Spot on VRBO’s 2025 Vacation Rentals List
A quiet cottage in Waverley, Nova Scotia, has landed on Vrbo’s 2025 Vacation Rentals of the Year list, standing out among more than two million listings worldwide…. Read more »
20 Outdoor Winter Adventures in Nova Scotia for Your Bucket List
Winter is upon us, and with 2025 being a brand new year, this is a great time to rediscover everything great about winter in Nova Scotia. Listing… Read more »
Fall Adventures at Kejimkujik National Park & National Historic Site
The outdoor fun, activities, and experiences from Kejimkujik National Park & Historic Site continue well into the fall months.
The area, known for its exceptional forest scenery and seaside views, transforms into a colourful oasis each September and October. The park is just as easy to explore in the fall as in the spring and summer, with just as much to do!
10 Small Towns & Cities in Nova Scotia to Visit This Summer
Travelling through Nova Scotia brings about a ton of exciting and unique opportunities. So many, in fact, it is hard to know where to start. One of… Read more »
15 Amazing Gardens to Visit in Nova Scotia
Dig in and explore the growing gardens across Nova Scotia. The different climates around the province allow different plants and flowers to grow to new heights. These… Read more »
12 Places to See Apple Blossoms in Nova Scotia
April showers bring May flowers and apple blossoms. Top up the festivities during the Annual Apple Blossom Festival in the Annapolis Valley with a trip to see… Read more »
25 of the Best Places to See Brilliant Fall Colours in Nova Scotia
Grab a pumpkin-spiced latte and get ready for the ultimate fall day of leaf peaking when you travel throughout this gorgeous province. From the top of the… Read more »
15 of the Best Outdoor Wedding Venues in Nova Scotia
It’s never too early to start planning for a wedding, whether it’s this year or the summer of 2023, or beyond! Getting married outside allows nature into… Read more »
25 Places to Watch Wildlife in Nova Scotia
The wildlife of Nova Scotia is diverse and fascinating. Whether you’re looking in the sea, on land, or in the air, there are several places that give… Read more »
25 Historic Memorials to You Should Visit in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia holds a great deal of memories, so it makes sense to honour those memories with memorials. Some of the memorials represent the legacy of great… Read more »
24 of the Best Places to Go Fishing in Nova Scotia
If you want to take a fishing trip in Nova Scotia, you are going to be spoiled for choice. With dozens of lakes and rivers to choose… Read more »
21 Places for Canoeing, Kayaking and SUPing in Nova Scotia
Getting out on the water is a time-honored tradition in Nova Scotia—after all, sometimes the water is too cold for swimming, so just float above it! Kayaking,… Read more »
25 Art Galleries and Studios You Should Visit in Nova Scotia
The artists of Nova Scotia do all of Canada proud. From paintings to bead crafts to statues, there’s art made by Bluenosers everywhere. The following 25 places… Read more »
25 Nova Scotia Bookstores to Visit If You Are an Avid Reader
I am a bookworm of fantastic proportions, so I’m sure it comes as no surprise that I’m excited to write this article! Nova Scotia’s got a proud… Read more »
25 Must-Visit Museums in Nova Scotia
Museums, in many ways, are about bringing the past into the present. They show the history of people, places, and even the objects that have shaped stories… Read more »
25 of the Best Vineyards and Breweries You Should Visit in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is known for its farmlands, its fisheries, and its forests, but over the last forty years you’ll find that there’s been a growing local beer… Read more »
25 Islands You Should Explore in Nova Scotia
Nova Scotia is a peninsula, not an island, but it has plenty of orbiting islands to explore. Some islands are huge, like Cape Breton Island, but the… Read more »