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Blogs

Discover what our bloggers are saying about Nova Scotia travel. Posts cover everything from attractions and outdoor activities to photography and their unique experiences living in and touring Nova Scotia.

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Alexandra Lawrence
The Cabot Trail Crew
Alexandra Lawrence

We moved to Nova Scotia from the UK in April 2011 and are happily settling into this beautiful province. My family feels so lucky that we have been able to move to such an amazing country.

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The Cabot Trail Crew
This group of bloggers love living and working along the Cabot Trail, follow along as they share their adventures with us.

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Clare and LindaDiscover Your Nova Scotia Roots Winners
Cynthia Bragg
Clare and Linda

We’re two sisters living in the United States with some roots in Nova Scotia. Recently we (Clare) won the Discover Your Nova Scotia Roots Contest on novascotia.com. We’re coming to Nova Scotia to explore our roots. Won’t you follow us on this great journey?

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Cynthia Bragg

Join Cynthia Bragg as she searches Nova Scotia for pearls and hidden gems within!

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Derek Hendsbee
Devin Trefry
Derek Hendsbee

Derek is a long time resident of Guysborough County. He will be sharing his experiences and photographs as he cycles, hikes and paddles throughout this large and lesser known part of the province.

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Devin Trefry
Live vicariously through 30-something family guy Devin Trefry as he shares his quirky, curious, and adventurous travel tales of Nova Scotia.

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Dhyan Keeble-Morris
Jim Cyr
Dhyan Keeble-Morris
Follow bloggers Dhyan Keeble-Morris and Ryan Faulkner as they share their adventures along the Fundy and Northumberland Shores.

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Jim Cyr
With the help of a constellation of satellites, Jim will explore the outdoors within Nova Scotia.

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Joerg and Nicole Knoerchen
June Swift
Joerg and Nicole Knoerchen
We love Nova Scotia and doing so it is bringing us back to Canada’s Ocean Playground nearly every second year.

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June Swift
Blogger June Swift explores nature and wildlife around her home on Brier Island.

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Justin Dickie
Karl Vollmer
Justin Dickie
Follow blogger Justin Dickie as he keeps you up to date about all the great things happening at the Halifax Seaport.

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Karl Vollmer
Karl Vollmer details his adventures kayaking, surfing, hiking and camping in and around the many amazing bodies of water in Nova Scotia; a true Ocean Playground.

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Kim Humes
Laura Simpson
Kim Humes
Kim is a 20-something professional who does not like to sit still (or be serious). Join this "rolling stone" as she explores all the outdoor activities, cultural events, restaurants, and shopping that Nova Scotia has to offer.

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Laura Simpson
Check in with Laura Simpson to find out what's going on in Nova Scotia's thriving music scene.

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Lauren Oostveen
Maria McGowan
Lauren Oostveen
Explore Nova Scotia's history with Lauren Oostveen through the treasures found at Nova Scotia Archives.

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Maria McGowan
Find out why Maria McGowan considers Nova Scotia the right coast for her!

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Peggy MacKinnon
Peter Johnson and Jan Young
Peggy MacKinnon
Follow blogger Peggy MacKinnon as she shares all things surrounding the 2011 Canada Winter Games.

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Jan Young and Peter Johnson
Join Peter Johnson and Jan Young on their journey as they follow in the footsteps of some of Nova Scotia’s finest original foodies - tackling some of Nova Scotia’s most coveted recipes – the good, the bad and the delicious!

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Phil Neville
Renee Lavallee
Phil Neville
Follow blogger Phil Neville of the Council of Nova Scotia Archives as he tours around the province and visits our archives, sharing stories along the way.

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Renee Lavallee
Professional chef, blogger, mother and crazy cheese lover, Renee Lavallee shares her day-to-day adventures and love of great food.

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Ryan Faulkner
Shelagh Duffett
Ryan Faulkner
Follow bloggers Dhyan Keeble-Morris and Ryan Faulkner as they share their adventures along the Fundy and Northumberland Shores.

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Shelagh Duffett
Follow Shelagh as she shares the things that interest her most. You’ll find an eclectic and varied assortment of posts mainly about the art, places, food and people of Nova Scotia.

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Suzy Atwood
Terri McCulloch
Suzy Atwood
Join Suzy Atwood as she sets out to sea, explore, discover and share her love of Shelburne County & area.

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Terri McCulloch
Terri McCulloch shares her adventures on the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest and lowest tides in the world.

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Tom Wilson
Wally Hayes
Tom Wilson
Follow Tom Wilson as he relays the beauty around Victoria County, Cape Breton.

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Wally Hayes
"When I returned to Nova Scotia after a 10 year absence, I made up for lost time, and today my personal collection of colour slides of Nova Scotia numbers over 600,000."

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Partner BlogCeltic Heart of North America
Celtic Heart of North America
"The Celtic Heart of North America represents the amazing Celtic and Gaelic cultural experiences on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, Canada.  Visit the Celtic Heart website for a full Celtic and Gaelic blog experience."

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22-Oct-2011 2:22 PM
On Oct 18 I was finally able to get out on the road for a bit of leaf peeping. Left Halifax and ...

(Source: Nova Scotia Leaf Watch)
16-Oct-2011 8:28 PM
Although the leaves have fallen off the tree on the Island that I was watching, there are lots of ...

(Source: Nova Scotia Leaf Watch)
16-Oct-2011 12:05 PM
I was too late getting a shot of the beautiful colours of a few trees on the island near the bridge ...

(Source: Nova Scotia Leaf Watch)
16-Oct-2011 12:00 PM
The cabot trail from Cheticamp to Ingonish was pretty green last weekend (Oct 8) when I drove it. I ...

(Source: Nova Scotia Leaf Watch)
15-Oct-2011 7:11 PM
Lots of nice bright reds and yellows today (Oct 15) on Highway 14 from Elmsdale to Windsor and ...

(Source: Nova Scotia Leaf Watch)
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30-Jan-2012 2:33 PM
As Valentine's Day approaches thoughts turn to romance and Nova Scotia is naturally a very romantic place because it is shaped by the sea.
12-Jan-2012 11:58 AM
After the scenic Cape d'Or Lighthouse, I travel to Port Greville to the Age of Sail Museum. This Museum displays themes such as lumbering, shipbuilding, marine life and many items that immerse visitors in this great era of Nova Scotia's history.
12-Jan-2012 11:51 AM
If you have ever been to the Town of Oxford you've probably seen the friendly giant wild blueberry greeting you to the "Wild Blueberry Capital of Canada." Nova Scotia is the largest processor of wild blueberries in the world!
12-Jan-2012 11:47 AM
There's something about hiking along a shoreline in the fall that I enjoy. It must be the cooler temperature, or the scenery when the leaves have started to fall off the trees. The grass is still green and I need to be outside!
12-Jan-2012 11:42 AM
The first day of our three day trip to Pictou, Antigonish and Guysborough. Today we visit the The Hector Exhibit Centre & Archives and explore the historic town of Pictou.
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