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Cape Breton Highlands National Park

The drive to the Acadian village of Cheticamp, where some of the world’s most sought-after hooked rugs are handcrafted, is about 2 hours from Sydney and 5 hours from Halifax. Plan to stay. The charming village, rich with culture, is located near the entrance to Cape Breton Highlands National Park.

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January 4, 2012
Lonely Planet Names Nova Scotia as a Top Place to Visit in 2012 The world’s largest travel guide book publisher has named the Maritimes as one of its Top Ten Regions to visit in 2012, specifically referring to several distinctly Nova Scotian experiences as some of the reasons behind its decision.
December 15, 2011
Top Ten Things to do in Nova Scotia this Holiday Season Tis the season to make your holiday memories in Nova Scotia!
November 16, 2011
The joy of cooking…only in Nova Scotia New Yorker writer limits his time in the kitchen to his time in Nova Scotia.
September 29, 2011
Fall in Nova Scotia Fall in Nova Scotia is a glorious time of year. The days are mild and cool, perfect for enjoying outdoor activities and the vibrant fall foliage colours.
July 19, 2011
Seven Wonders of the Natural World Contender – the Bay of Fundy Twice a day during high tide, more than 100 billion tonnes of water flows into the Bay of Fundy, rising as much as 52 feet in just a few hours.
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22-Oct-2011 2:22 PM
Cape Breton Highlands
On Oct 18 I was finally able to get out on the road for a bit of leaf peeping. Left Halifax and ...

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16-Oct-2011 8:28 PM
Enfield Shubenacadie river are ripe
Although the leaves have fallen off the tree on the Island that I was watching, there are lots of ...

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16-Oct-2011 12:05 PM
Enfield - peaked
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
Cabot trail - Green
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
Lovely on Highway 14
Lots of nice bright reds and yellows today (Oct 15) on Highway 14 from Elmsdale to Windsor and ...

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30-Jan-2012 2:33 PM
Happy Valentine's Day from Romantic Nova Scotia
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
Port Greville and the Age of Sail Museum
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
Land of Giants
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
Coastal Hiking In The Fall
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 Hector Exhibit Centre & Archives in Pictou
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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