hi folks,

Have you started to make plans for your 2022 Nova Scotia Holiday? I am here to help!

This issue will focus on the many Nova Scotia Festivals & Events that are happening in Nova Scotia this spring, summer & fall.

The pandemic played havoc with everything and that includes festivals. 2022 promises to see Festivals & Events that we haven't seen for a couple of years

Are you interested in a whale watching tour during your vacation? I have tips on that too!!

Nova Scotia is an awesome place to attend festivals & events. There is something for everyone.

Check out my list to see what's available and start to make your plans. I'll make additions to my website as I become aware of festival announcements.

The current price of gas may have many folks re-thinking their 2022 vacation plans. I encourage you to look to see what festivals & events are in your area.

Have you been whale watching in Nova Scotia?

I have enjoyed whale watching on the Bay of Fundy and in Northern Cape Breton and it was fantastic. We had such a great time.

Whales visiting the Bay of Fundy include fin, humpback, minke and the northern right whale.

Whales visiting Cape Breton include blue, fin, minke, humpback, pilot and the sei whale. You may see other types but these are the most common.

The Northern Right whale is the most endangered whale with only less than 350 known. I was lucky enough to see this whale in the Bay of Fundy.

I have listed all of the whale watching tours in the Bay of Fundy and in Cape Breton on my website. Have a look to see which one is near and book your tour. You will not be disappointed.

Spotlight on Whale Watching Destinations

When you do start planning your whale watching adventure check out these destinations close by and find a great place to spend the night.

For whale watching in Northern Cape Breton check out: Pleasant Bay - Vacation Rentals, Bay St Lawrence - Vacation Rentals, Cheticamp accommodations, Ingonish accommodations.

For the Bay of Fundy check these links: Brier Island accommodations, Digby hotels.

The Cabot Trail

Are you planning to spend some time on the Cabot Trail during your vacation?

Why not order a copy of my e-book: 44 Awesome Things - Cabot Trail plus 14 awesome tips for along the way. This indispensable guide will give you a ton of information about what to see and do on your tour of the Cabot Trail.

Halifax & Cape Breton

Maybe you are planning to spend some time in Halifax and Cape Breton for your vacation? Check out my 2nd ebook:

Itineraries for 3 days in Halifax & 3 days in Cape Breton.

Both ebooks are great guides. They will certainly be useful to you during your Nova Scotia Holiday. You can get a special 'bundle' deal if you want to purchase both. Go to my website and check it out!

Itinerary Planning Service

I am now offering an itinerary planning service. Do you want to spend some vacation time in Nova Scotia but you don't know where to start planning?

I can help. Email me at yournovascotia@gmail.com and I'll send you my rates and service conditions.

YouTube Channel

I am excited to announce that I have launched the Your Nova Scotia Holiday YouTube channel .

Check it out, please subscribe and comment on the videos. And share with your friends. I’ll be adding more videos on a regular basis.

For the moment, these are some of the videos on my channel:

Welcome Piper at the Nova Scotia Information Centre in Amherst

Crossing the Canso Causeway to Cape Breton

The Bluenose II sailing during the 2017 Tall Ships Parade of Sail in Halifax

The Gaff Point hiking trail

The Ovens Sea Caves

Blue Rocks

The Skyline hiking trail

I need your vacation stories!

Do you have a story about your Nova Scotia vacation? It doesn't need to be long or too detailed. Something short & sweet is good. Whatever you are comfortable with.

You will get your own page on the Your Nova Scotia Holiday website featuring your vacation story and your pictures. I'd love to hear from you. Send me an email. I look forward to hearing from many of you.

Nova Scotia Travel Map

Do you have a Nova Scotia travel map?

Call TOLL FREE 1-800-565-0000 and Nova Scotia tourism will send you one for FREE.

Find accommodations on Trip Advisor

Seriously, Trip Advisor is a great tool when planning a trip. I use it all the time and try to write reviews when I can.

Use this link Nova Scotia accommodations on Trip Advisor for your search and to make your accommodations booking. I earn a small commission with each reservation made via my site and this helps pay my expenses.

I would really appreciate it!! Cheers!!

Nova Scotia covid info

Don't forget to follow me on social media!

That's it for now. See you next month.

Best to everyone,

Ann Marie, Editor, Your Nova Scotia Holiday