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Hop on and come for a Nova Scotia road trip!

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    A Real Life Giant Is Buried In Nova Scotia, He Lived Here Too

    Born in Scotland, Angus MacAskill was normal size when his mother gave birth in 1825. His mother was 5 feet 7 inches and his father was 5 feet 9 inches. After living in Scotland for several years, his family settled in the small fishing village of Englishtown in Cape Breton. Angus was normal height for […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz January 25, 2021, 1:39 pm

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    This Map Will Take You To The Best Christmas Light Displays In Nova Scotia

    Grab the kids, hot chocolate, some snacks and hit the road to the best Christmas light displays in the province. An amazing Nova Scotia map has created an adventure for you to discover on Google. The best part about driving and seeing the lights is you get to stay in your warm vehicle. The map […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz December 15, 2020, 7:17 am

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    It’s Going To Feel Like 20+ Degrees In Some Areas Of Nova Scotia Tuesday And Wednesday

    Parts of Nova Scotia are in for some beautiful fall weather over the next two days. Areas of the province can expect to reach temperatures that feel like over 20 degrees Tuesday and Wednesday. Maybe it’s time to get in the car for a road trip and one final spin to your favourite Nova Scotia […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz November 10, 2020, 10:19 am

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    WestJet Pulls Out Of Sydney, Significantly Reduces Flights From Halifax

    WestJet, Canada’s second largest airline, has announced it will be indefinitely suspending its operations to Sydney, Cape Breton while it significantly reduces service to Halifax. WestJet employees in Sydney will face layoffs on November 2. WestJet is also suspending operations to Moncton, Fredericton and Charlottetown. The suspensions to Atlantic Canada eliminates more than 100 flights […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz October 14, 2020, 9:51 am

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    Top 7 Things To Do This Fall In Nova Scotia

    One of the best things about Nova Scotia is we experience every season. Fall is the best season to enjoy nature’s colours and the harvest from local farms in the province. We’ve assembled our Top 7 Things To Do This Fall In Nova Scotia and it includes something for everyone. Weather you want to get […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz September 29, 2020, 8:00 am

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    This Stunning Footage Of Nova Scotia’s Most Remote Destination Will Take Your Breath Away

    Located 300km south east of Halifax you will find a windswept island of sand. Sable Island is a place that many can only dream of exploring and if you haven’t, you will start dreaming after this. It is known for the inhabiting colony of wild horses and grey seals. Sable Island is also known as […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz September 25, 2020, 1:30 pm

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    This Nova Scotia Travel Journal Became An Overnight Best Seller On Amazon

    With so many local businesses depending on us to spend our tourism dollars in our home province this summer, it’s time to get out, explore and think local. You can do all that while supporting this local Nova Scotia author who had an overnight bestseller on Amazon. “If there has ever been a time to […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 30, 2020, 4:47 pm

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    Here’s How You Can Win A $5,000 Nova Scotia Getaway – Six Days And Seven Nights Of Adventure

    Tourism Nova Scotia has launched an amazing contest that encourages Nova Scotians and Atlantic Canadians alike to explore our amazing province and support local. To enter The Ultimate Nova Scotia Road Trip you need to post photos of yourself enjoying and taking part in one, or as many as possible, of 25 quintessential Nova Scotia […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 24, 2020, 11:31 am

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    You Can Glamp On The Edge Of The Earth At This Unique Nova Scotia Destination

    During these uncertain times, maybe you’re looking at staying a little closer to home. Pack the car and suitcase, then grab the family or some friends and hit the Nova Scotia highway. Your detestation for this trip is Archer’s Edge, located on the western coast of scenic Cape Breton Island in the community of Judique. […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 14, 2020, 10:13 am

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    You Can Be Dropped In Style By Helicopter At This Luxurious Halifax Waterfront Penthouse

    There are plenty of Halifax waterfront properties with great views, but none quite as scenic as the view from Dartmouth’s King’s Wharf. Now you can live like royalty and book their penthouse condo on Trip Advisor. The coolest part is you don’t have to settle for a limo or taxi when you travel to and […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 13, 2020, 9:02 am

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    5 Nova Scotia Spots Perfect For Stargazing And Catching The Perseid Meteor Shower

    One of the best celestial events of the year is here. You can catch the Perseid meteor shower over the next few nights in the province’s sky. There are so many places in Nova Scotia to see the meteor shower! We’ve only named a few and tried to suggest a place near you. The best […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 10, 2020, 10:04 am

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    With Very Low Case Numbers, Atlantic Bubble Safest Place To Be In North America

    The Atlantic Travel Bubble is officially a hit! Just take a look at the license plates on our highways and you see a lot from New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland & Labrador. Due to hard work and taking notice of the rules around reducing the spread, Nova Scotians and those in the Atlantic […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 10, 2020, 7:22 am

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    “I Was Cruising The Beauty Of The Cabot Trail… When A Moose Jumped Out And Started Crossing”

    Bricin “Striker” Lyons is a fan of the Cape Breton Highlands… and its moose, but this one got a little too close for comfort. Lyons and his family are owners of Highlands Hostel which is in a 100 year old converted Cape Breton church. The world-wide longboarding community contributed $90,000 for the repairs to bring […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 6, 2020, 2:59 pm

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    Georges Island National Historic Site In Halifax Harbour Opening For Public Access

    In the middle of Halifax Harbour lies Georges Island, a national historic site that is full of history and mystery. Today it was announced that for the first time in generations, Georges Island will be partially opened to visitors starting this weekend on August 8, 2020. It will be open for visitors from 12:00 p.m. to […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz August 6, 2020, 1:09 pm

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    You Can Buy This Private Island Oasis Near Halifax For Less Than The Price Of A House In The City

    Have you ever dreamed of owning your own private island? An oasis close to home that you can escape to? That dream can now be a reality. There is a private island on Nova Scotia’s Lake Charlotte for sale. This amazing piece of real estate is about 50 minutes outside of Halifax on the province’s […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz July 23, 2020, 11:56 am

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    Nova Scotia Summer To Do List: Get Lost In This Scenic Maze Of Sunflowers

    Sunflowers are a beautiful sight and a sure sign of summer. If you enjoy day trips, ten kilometres outside of Windsor you will find picturesque Mount Denson, home of Dakeyne Farm. If you love the thought of being one with nature and the idea of getting lost in a maze of sunflowers, this is an […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz July 20, 2020, 12:42 pm

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    Cape Breton Island Named Best Island In Canada By Travel & Leisure Magazine

    Looking for your summer adventure close to home this year? Look no further than your home province! Our very own Cape Breton Island beat out the likes of Prince Edward Island and Vancouver Island to be named Canada’s Best Island for 2020 by Travel + Leisure Magazine. Canada has over 30,000 islands to explore and […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz July 8, 2020, 10:59 am

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    Crossing The Nova Scotia / New Brunswick Border This Summer? Learn About This Secret Border Crossing

    There’s an area of the province you may not know about and it’s home to the other crossing into New Brunswick. Tidnish is a little piece of heaven in Nova Scotia you may have not visited. It’s a community on the scenic Northumberland shore and its border crossing at Tidnish Bridge and New Brunswick is […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz July 7, 2020, 8:45 am

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    Atlantic Bubble: Newfoundlander’s Converged On George Street Last Weekend And Completely Ignored Social Distancing

    Photos and videos are being shared online of a St. John’s bar and crowds drinking and dancing while blatantly ignoring social distancing. The photos and video are reminiscent of a time before COVID-19, shockingly they are from this past weekend. Only days after the Atlantic travel bubble was put in place the photos taken at […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz July 6, 2020, 1:51 pm

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    This Beach Two Hours Outside Of Halifax Will Make You Think You’re In The Bahamas

    Wishing you could travel to a foreign country, but can’t due to travel bans? Nova Scotia has a lot of destinations and attractions that are world class and compare to international tourist hot spots. Take Carters Beach in Queens County for instance. This Nova Scotia oasis has white sandy beaches and turquoise waters that resemble […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz July 3, 2020, 5:48 pm

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    Yarmouth Ferry To Maine Will Not Operate This Season

    Premier Stephen McNeil made the announcement that the high-speed passenger ferry which connects Yarmouth to Bar Harbor, Maine in the United States will not operate this season. This is due to the widespread outbreak of COVID-19 in The United States. Stephen McNeil has reiterated that this is about the health and safety of Nova Scotians. […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz June 26, 2020, 1:01 pm

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    Catch The Bluenose II On Her Nova Scotia Sail Past Summer Tour

    Nova Scotia symbols don’t get much more iconic than the Bluenose. This summer you can catch Bluenose II on her Sail Past Summer Tour, a tour name fit for the times we live in. She’s sailing into 26 ports and harbours around the province this summer. If you wanted to see her in your hometown, […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz June 25, 2020, 1:05 pm

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    Kejimkujik National Park’s Seaside Closed Due To Black Bear Activity

    Parks Canada has shut down the ever popular Kejimkujik Seaside because of black bear activity. The Seaside closes when black bear activity does not permit safe access. “The safety of visitors and staff, and risk factors are carefully considered when making decisions to temporarily close a national park,” Parks Canada said in a news release. […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz June 2, 2020, 1:47 pm

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    Top 15 Nova Scotia Summer Destinations: Your Backyard -VS- The World

    Nova Scotia is known for its world class hospitality and attractions. With the current travel restrictions Nova Scotians are being asked to stay home and support their local travel and tourism industry. This is your chance to experience our province and play tourist. Get out and explore your own backyard this summer. From learning to […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz June 2, 2020, 7:51 am

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    Get Hyped On Halifax With This Hyperlapse Video Of The City Bustling Before COVID Days

    Before COVID-19, Halifax was quite the bustling little city. From its nightlife to offices being filled with business people during the day. All of this surrounded by heritage and history from years ago. We will get back to the city we were before all of this happened. Restaurant patios will be bustling, events will be […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz May 29, 2020, 10:01 am

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    Fly Halifax To Sydney, Cape Breton In 45 Minutes For Just About As Little As The 6 Hour Bus Ride

    Thinking of taking a trip to Cape Breton this summer? Or maybe you’re looking at taking a trip to Halifax? Tourism Nova Scotia is asking Nova Scotians to stick close to home this summer and support the industry in the province. So why not pack your bags like you’re heading on a big vacation and […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz May 27, 2020, 8:37 pm

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    A Blow To Tourism: Halifax and Sydney Likely To See Zero Cruise Ships This Season

    The Port of Halifax had their annual general meeting yesterday and we found out more information on the province’s cruise ship season. Halifax isn’t planning on any ships docking in port this year. “Our expectation and our budgeting is working on the fact that we won’t see a return of cruise [ships] in 2020,” said […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz May 21, 2020, 9:37 am

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    Updated: The Most Luxurious Yacht We’ve Ever Seen, Just Sailed Into Halifax Harbour

    One of the most luxurious yachts we’ve ever seen sailed into Halifax Harbour from New York City this morning and docked in Dartmouth Cove. The 279 foot yacht is the M/Y Bold and she was built in Australia in 2019. She’s not here for recreational purposes and the crew is self-isolating, The CBSA approved her […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz May 19, 2020, 3:48 pm

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    National Parks Set To Partially Reopen Across The Country For Local Residents

    Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau has announced that as of the beginning of June, some national parks will partially reopen in Canada.  Nova Scotia has two national parks. This is so people in the area can use green spaces and trails where physical distancing is possible. “Getting fresh air is important but we all have to […] More

    by Nova Scotia Buzz May 14, 2020, 12:50 pm

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    What Boaters Need To Know Before Hitting Nova Scotia’s Water This Year

    Many Nova Scotians are pulling their boats out of storage this long weekend. This year, boating is going to look and operate a little differently than years previous due to COVID-19. Whether your cruising the waterfront of Halifax Harbour, or St. Peter’s Canal in Cape Breton, Transport Canada and the Province of Nova Scotia have […] More

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