Whirligigs Cafe sits on a picturesque slice of Nova Scotia’s north shore in the small rural community of Wallace. With it’s a eclectic decor, faux fur covered stools, and stunning views of the harbour this boutique style eatery is so much more than a one-time brunch destination! CAFE STYLE & COMMUNITY From the moment you…
Perfectly perched atop Fitzpatrick Mountain, Smith Rock Chalets offer endless possibilities for a perfect winter getaway. The views are stunning and whether you want to cozy up by the fire or head to the trails for a winter adventure, there’s no shortage of options here. CHECKING IN The trees hung heavy with snow over the…
It’s super casual dining with a gourmet twist! As residents of Truro, The Food Muster has been on our “must visit” list for a while now because we’ve been hearing the chatter around town of the singing chef and the amazing food. When you walk through the door, it’s the smell that hits you first.…
“Cole Harbours best kept secret” Unassuming from the outside, Vines Pasta Grill‘s reputation precedes it; and for good reason! This wasn’t our first trip to the Italian restaurant so we already knew the food would be great but they showered us in amazing food (keep reading), great local wine pairings, and outstanding service. The atmosphere is…
“Life at Mother nature’s pace” This was our second stay at Irwin Lake Chalets and we knew back in the fall when we visited, we needed to come back in the winter. Even the drive out through Old Barns and then down the winding, dirt Lochaven Road sets the tone for your visit. Earlier…
“We just know that everyone’s got a story and you never know what someone might be going through so if we can put a smile on someone’s face, make them laugh or make their day a little bit better then that’s what we’re going to do and we’ve accomplished our goal”. That’s exactly what…
The Shubenacadie river, in the adventure travel world, is known for one thing…Tidal Bore Rafting! Yes, riding the copper river in an inflatable boat is something you should experience (if you haven’t already) but there’s another side to those mighty waters. There’s a side that’s quiet & tranquil during the winter months when the…
Nova Scotia’s year-round sandbox! In the last few months we’ve been fortunate enough to visit White Point twice, and both experiences were exceptional. The resort is located on a 1km white sand beach but also boasts nearby lakes, rivers and forests – all of which offer different accommodations based on your preference. Upon arrival,…
We believe, there’s more to life than grinding it out for 40+ years and then retiring at age 65 in hopes of being well enough to travel and explore the world at that point. We also know it’s not in everyone’s plan to quit their day jobs, sell all of their belongings and travel full…
If you’re anything like us and you’ve left your holiday shopping to the last minute, we’ve got some great local gift ideas for you. As you likely know, we spent the last 3 month touring around Nova Scotia to uncover as many local treasures as we possibly could and we spent this last week revisiting…