The Acadian Shores of Nova Scotia are full of history, music, delicious food and more of the Acadien French settlers from the 1600's.
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Grand Pré, Nova Scotia, the site of the exile of the Acadians, is a Unesco World Heritage site. It's also the origin of the Evangeline poem and story.
With its tea room serving garden-grown delights and literal labyrinth to meander through, this is our dream destination right now.
Cajuns are the descendants of Acadian exiles from the maritime provinces of Canada–Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island–who migrated to southern Louisiana.
Planning to spend 3 days in Cheticamp? Learn a basic history of this Acadian town, how to get there, where to stay, and things to do in Cheticamp.
Acadian culture in Nova Scotia dates back to the 17th century French settlement at Port Royal and can be discovered at the Grand-Pré national historic site.
In 1755 all Acadians who wouldn't declare allegiance to Britain were ordered to leave Nova Scotia. Here's where they went.
The first Acadians began arriving on the island of Nova Scotia in eastern maritime Canada in 1604, settling in 1605 near to what is today Annapolis Royal. Today, the original location of Port Royal…
In 1755 all Acadians who wouldn't declare allegiance to Britain were ordered to leave Nova Scotia. Here's where they went.
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In 1755, the Deportation began from the Chignecto region of Acadia (Nova Scotia). On July 31, Colonel Monckton was at Chignecto and h...
The destruction of Pointe-Sainte-Anne, an Acadian Settlement in modern-day Fredericton, by the British is a somewhat forgotten piece of the capital’s history.
In 1755, the Deportation began from the Chignecto region of Acadia (Nova Scotia). On July 31, Colonel Monckton was at Chignecto and h...
If you're looking for vacation ideas for your next trip, we've rounded up our top 5 places in Nova Scotia that you can't miss!
Stop number four on my Canadian girls getaway road trip, these top things to do when you visit Halifax Nova Scotia will leave you yearning for more.
A little country, a hint of adventure and a lot of seaside -- find the best things to do in Nova Scotia. A Cape Breton Nova Scotia travel guide.
There are some great places to see in Nova Scotia for nature lovers, history buffs, adventurers, and foodies. Here's a guide to help you plan your trip.
When you think of Nova Scotia, chances are your brain immediately thinks of Halifax, Peggy's Cove and the Cabot Trail. While the eastern side of the province is certainly beautiful and worth all the attention
Expulsion of the Acadians by Lewis Parker (c. 2011) The Acadian Expulsion (1755–1764) was the forced deportation of the citizens of Acadia (an area that was spread out across modern day Nova Scotia…
A glimpse into Acadian history at New Brunswick's Village Historique Acadien - Acadian Historical Village (VHA) showcases the daily lives of Acadians in New Brunswick over a period of several hundred years.
Here's what to do with two weeks or 14 days in Nova Scotia.
If you're looking for an unforgettable vacation destination, the Canadian Maritime Atlantic province of Nova Scotia truly has it all.
Pack a bag and start your adventure!
Nova Scotia's South Shore traces part of the Lighthouse Route, and there’s one area in particular well worth the trip: historic Lunenburg and Mahone Bay.
One of Canada’s most enchanting maritime provinces, Nova Scotia is the dream destination for any respectable outdoorsman. Marrying a landscape that spans tide-eroded cliffs, cavernous river canyons, and impenetrable forests with unfathomably friendly locals (you’re certainly not in NYC anymore), the region has tons worth exploring. Here, just a handful of our favorite Nova Scotian scenes.
Colby Gaudet from Annapolis County, N.S., has discovered through their PhD research that their Acadian ancestors not only owned slaves, but fought for the right to keep them even with abolition on the horizon.
Our Nova Scotia road trip itinerary covers the best sights and towns to visit, where to stay, the best things to do, and more!
