Did you know there’s a tower you can climb in Halifax, and see stunning views of the Northwest Arm? The Dingle Tower is open to the public for free from April to October and if you’re brave enough to climb the stairs to the top, you can step out and
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Make a big SPLASH in the Halifax harbour this summer! Take your family aboard the Harbour Hopper and see the city from a different perspective. This land-to-sea boat tour is Halifax’s most popular boat tour and is beloved by both locals and tourists. Harbour Hopper Tours: Schedule: View the complete
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Geodesic domes are popping up like mushrooms all over the province – but how did this glamping craze begin? Explore the fascinating history of geodesic dome camping, and find out how, when, and where your family can experience geodesic dome camping in Nova Scotia. The History of the Geodesic Dome
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From a girl with a blog, to a man and his dog, to a Facebook group where the locals are talking up a storm, we’ve created a list of some of the best Nova Scotia travel influencers who can help you plan your next Nova Scotia vacation. A for Adventure
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When we planned our multi-family road trip to Brier Island via the South Shore and Yarmouth and Acadian Shores, we totally underestimated how much there is to explore. It’s like when tourists hit Cape Breton, and try to do it all in 48 hours  – it just can’t be done! But we
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The Best Places to Stay in Peggy’s Cove Peggy’s Cove, only 45 minutes from downtown Halifax, is a fantastic place to spend a couple of nights with the kids, who will never get tired of clambering over the rocks, or eating ice cream. But beyond the rocks, there is so
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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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Join the YNC for a winter snowshoe or hike. No snowshoes? No problem! The YNC has secured several pairs that are available to borrow. Contact them for details. Send an email to Karen at ynchalifax@yncns.ca to register! Young Naturalists Field Trip – Winter Snowshoe or Hike When: Sunday, March 1st,
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We hadn’t planned to visit The Emera Oval, but during a walk across the Halifax Commons, one sunny day this week, it just happened. The result was a super fun-filled family adventure, in the heart of Halifax. And the best part?  We didn’t spend a dime! Once my kids caught
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