Category Archives: No Fail Guide

12 Nova Scotia Haunted Houses and Tours That Will Make You Scream

October 19, 2016 The Local Traveler

Published Sept. 9/14. Updated Oct.10/17 Nova Scotia has a long history of ghost stories, so it's no surprise that come Halloween, haunted houses, corn mazes, and ghost tours abound. Read on for our round-up of haunted tours from around the province. Riverbreeze Haunted Houses and Corn Mazes (Truro, NS) Rumoured to be one of the more terrifying…Read More

50+ Free or Affordable Things To Do In Halifax!

August 6, 2016 The Local Traveler

Updated January 2018 I wrote this post in June... then summer happened and July disappeared into August and here we are. It's been a thoroughly excellent summer so far, but by this time of year all the gatherings and get-togethers have started to add up, and free or affordable adventures are looking even more inticing.…Read More

8 experiences that will make you want to summer in Jackson, NH

October 13, 2015 The Local Traveler

Jackson is a small town in New Hampshire's White Mountains. It's known more for winter adventures than summer escapes, but this picturesque place makes a perfect summer stop for nature lovers and those looking for some major nature therapy. Think darling shops, delicious dining in lantern-lit gardens, waterfalls, hiking trails and hidden history. 1. Jackson Falls: There are…Read More

25 Adventures Along The Sunrise Trail in Nova Scotia

September 28, 2015 The Local Traveler

The Sunrise Trail stretches more than 300 KM between Auld Cove and Amherst. It's an appropriate nickname for a highway that crosses through so many picturesque places, and an accurate one, too. Its North East waterside location means you'll find no shortage of breathtaking sunrise spots year round. Its location along the Northumberland Straight also means…Read More

13 Reasons Your Dog Wants You To Vacation in Portsmouth

July 30, 2015 The Local Traveler

Travelling with a dog can be difficult. There are limits on places you can stay, extra fees, and often little to no dining options - at least not if you want to taste something outside the offerings at the local supermarket or the drive through. But for many people, including us, the pup is part…Read More

An Electric Road Trip From Halifax to Sambro

May 19, 2015 The Local Traveler

Over the long weekend, we had the chance to borrow a Ford Focus, a full electric car. It can go about 115 km per charge, so with that in mind we set out on an adventure that took us from Halifax to Sambro, an area packed with beaches, hikes, historic sites, ice cream shops, and ocean…Read More

11 Awesome Itineraries That Will Take You To Every Region of Nova Scotia

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May 14, 2015 The Local Traveler

Updated May 10, 2016 The May long weekend is once again upon us, and with it comes the start of the summer road trip season. If you don't have plans yet (or are looking to plan summer travels over the weekend) we've got you covered. Last year, we covered 12 day trips within two hours of…Read More

Three Harvest Inspired Day Trips For Your Thanksgiving Weekend

October 7, 2014 The Local Traveler

Thanksgiving weekend is up there among my favourite holidays. A weekend that celebrates food, family, and friends. It's the true kick-off to fall in my books, a weekend where celebrating local food and the harvest is the highlight. In order to have Thanksgiving dinner, there needs to be some shopping. Sure, you could just stop…Read More

10 Fall Day Trips Within Two Hours of Halifax

September 9, 2014 The Local Traveler

Updated September 2018. There is something magic about fall on the East Coast. Warm days, crisp "snuggle to stay warm nights", the smell of the harvest, and multicoloured foliage that make even the most basic commute exciting. We have a feeling that you, fair readers, LOVE day trips. Our 10 Day Trips Within Two Hours of…Read More

10 Awesome Halifax Daytrips You Can Bus To!

June 27, 2014 The Local Traveler

A few years ago, a visiting student who was new to Halifax told us how disappointed they were that they couldn't get to the beach by bus. From that moment on, we were on a mission - to show visitors and locals alike great dates, daytrips, and adventures that can be had using good old…Read More