Day Trips

There’s nothing like the juicy crunch of a freshly picked apple, and no better feeling than picking that apple yourself! You’re also supporting local growers, and with so many beautiful orchards, families in Nova Scotia have plenty of choices when it comes to places to go apple-picking. Here is our
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As fall arrives in Halifax, with cooler weather and changing leaves, people start looking for pumpkin patches and corn mazes. Here’s a look at the top spots in the area to enjoy these classic autumn activities and make some great memories. all with the inviting backdrop of the fall season.
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It’s time to get excited about being outside, enjoying the sunshine and ocean air. Have a great camping getaway without venturing too far away and check out these awesome campground destinations that are only a short ride away – in and around our city! Woodhaven RV Park Woodhaven RV Park,
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How about a trip to the South West tip of Nova Scotia? There, you will find Nova Scotia’s newest museum, The Black Loyalist Heritage Centre which tells  the story of the world’s largest free African population outside of Africa, in the late 18th century. In addition to the Centre, you can also visit historic buildings and the
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Masstown Market is a popular destination for both locals and visitors to Nova Scotia. Located just off the Trans-Canada Highway in Masstown, this market offers a unique shopping experience that combines fresh local produce, delicious food, and a variety of specialty products. With its wide range of offerings, Masstown Market
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“This purple girl should have a name. What name could rhyme with purple? I must dream up a proper name. I’ve got it! Mable Murple!” I’m pretty sure I have recited these words approximately 600 times over the years. Mabel Murple, written by beloved local author, Sheree Fitch was one
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17 Things to Do in Hubbards, Nova Scotia There are so many things to do in Hubbards, Nova Scotia. Stunning beaches like Queensland, Cleveland and Fox Point are a stone’s throw away, and just around the corner, on the Aspotogan peninsula, the soft pepper-coloured sand and cool, clear waters of
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There’s nothing better than local, fresh produce and in Nova Scotia, there’s no better time to enjoy the abundance of tasty treats than the fall harvest. Noggins Corner Farm is open year round but the sweetest time of the year is when the apple orchards come alive from mid-September to
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Did you know that there is a true-to-scale replica of Maud Lewis’ house, just outside Digby, Nova Scotia? We didn’t until we happened upon it during a trip to Digby this summer. My daughter was delighted to find it; they have been studying Maud Lewis at school. We were so
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A fun adventure for all ages, Oaklawn Farm Zoo boasts the largest display of Big Cats and Primates in Eastern Canada, and much more. Oaklawn’s 50-acre zoo offers a relaxing atmosphere in a country like setting. You can stroll along and interact with a wide diversity of mammals, birds and
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