Cheticamp is a small Acadian town located on the Northwestern coast of Cape Breton Island. Many people use it as a base camp to take day trips to explore the region. The name derived from a Mi’kmaq expression means rarely full. Apparently, it refers to the fact that the harbour is rarely filled with sand, …
ONE SUNNY DOG-FRIENDLY FUN DAY IN YARMOUTH NOVA SCOTIA
The town of Yarmouth is located on the southwestern coast of Nova Scotia and offers many possibilities to enjoy in one day with a dog in tow. One main attraction the town has to offer is its heritage district showcasing well-preserved victorian homes. Being on the coast, it is commercially known for the harvesting of …
DOG-FRIENDLY DAY TRIP IDEAS FROM SHELBURNE NOVA SCOTIA
The town of Shelburne lies on the Southwest coast of Nova Scotia and is the perfect place to lay low and explore the area on a day trip or more. It was founded in 1783 by United Empire Loyalists. This area is more prone to beach activities than hiking. If your dog likes water, Shelburne …
ZIGZAGGING AROUND THE TOWN OF INGONISH ON THE CABOT TRAIL
The small town of Ingonish is located on the northeastern tip of Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia. The famous cabot trail passes through it and it acts as one of the gateways into the Cape Breton Highlands National Park. You’ll need to purchase a Parks Canada Discovery Pass if you want to go beyond …
BEER, WINE & SPIRITS – DRINKING OUR WAY THROUGH NOVA SCOTIA
Being on holiday and drinking tends to go hand in hand. Am I right? While visiting Nova Scotia and enjoying the outdoors, there is no reason why you shouldn’t quench your thirst on some local brews or spirits. After all, eating local has become a trend, so why not drinking? Now, now. This article is …
6 PAWFECT PLACES FOR A DOG-FRIENDLY DAY TRIP FROM HALIFAX
Time to get out of the city of Halifax and take a day trip with your pooch. Halifax is the capital city of the province of Nova Scotia in Canada. Most Nova Scotians live in and around Halifax. Despite being a large city, it doesn’t feel overcrowded, except in the summer with the tourists. Cities …