When it comes to the best beaches in Nova Scotia, I can assure you that the standards are high. Here are thirteen of my favourite Nova Scotia beaches, ranging from family-friendly stretches of golden sand to remote, pebble-strewn shores.
Beyond the Beaten Path
The wine industry in Nova Scotia is blossoming, with 18 wineries at last count. On our recent two-month-long Nova Scotia road trip, a number of Nova Scotia wineries especially stood out for their uniqueness. Here are our favourites!
If you love the outdoors and want to explore beyond the beaten path in Atlantic Canada, look no further than beautiful Brier Island, Nova Scotia. It is the perfect tiny island paradise to disconnect from it all, a place to unwind and relax.
Cape Chignecto Provincial Park hosts one of the few multi-day backpacking trails in Nova Scotia. It is quality over quantity in this case, as the Cape Chignecto Coastal Trail provides a beautiful, varied and challenging hike, showcasing the power of the huge Bay of Fundy tides. This is a backpacking trip not to miss.
Mention a visit to Ottawa to anyone and it is likely that the conversation will focus on the array of national museums, the beautiful Rideau Canal and imposing gothic buildings on Parliament Hill. All are undoubtedly worthy places to explore in Ottawa (and to be sure, we did them too) but there are also some more unusual sights and activities unique to Ottawa that can make a great addition to any itinerary.
Just an hour’s drive away from Halifax is Wolfville, a little gem of a gateway to the bountiful Annapolis Valley. For a place with a year-round population of only around 5000 people, Wolfville kicks well above its weight on the ‘things to do’ front.
Travelling through the middle of tundra, mountains and limitless wilderness, the Dempster Highway offers one of the best road trips in the world! Here’s everything you need to know so you can take on this adventure yourself
For a town seemingly in the middle of Yukon’s endless wilderness with only about 2,000 year-round residents, Dawson City has a heck of a lot to offer visitors. Here are 34 of the best things to do in Dawson City ranging from stunning hikes to fascinating historical places.
The Great Stones Way may just be Britain’s answer to the Inca Trail. For what it lacks in altitude, the Great Stones Way more than makes up for it with mysterious ancient sites, idyllic thatched villages and wonderous panoramic countryside views.
Ideas of things to do and what to expect when visiting Far North Queensland in the wet (rainy) season. Spoiler: it’s absolutely still worth visiting! Here’s why
Just a short drive south of Penticton, the Peach Cliff hike is short, interesting and rewarding. The epic views stretch from Penticton to Vaseux Lake. It’s perfect for those slightly chilly autumn afternoons when you’re feeling lazy but it’s just way too sunny to stay inside.
British Columbia’s beautiful southern Okanagan Valley has a lot to offer residents and visitors all year round. Discover 80+ amazing things to do, as recommended by a local, to help you have the BEST visit!
Penticton may just be the ultimate summer getaway town in BC. Here’s our itinerary for the perfect summer weekend in Penticton, British Columbia, Canada
After the highways were built, the Yukon’s 200+ fleet sternwheelers were left to retire on the shores of the Yukon River. The sternwheeler graveyard is a must-see when exploring Dawson City.
Did you know that Penticton is one of the only towns in the world located between two lakes? Here are five other awesome unique attractions in Penticton, British Columbia that will entice you to visit!
Looking for adventure this summer but don’t want to break the bank? You need to go camping! Here are just a few of my favourite vehicle accessible free campsites in British Columbia, Canada
Love outdoor adventure but prefer to stay off the beaten track? Check out my picks for the most underrated towns in British Columbia, Canada, and get exploring outside!
My experience on the UK’s 100 mile long South Downs Way path travelling through farms, forests, fields and ancient settlements.