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Where can I find reliable information about travelling in Nova Scotia?

Tourism Nova Scotia is the official source for travel information, inspiration, and trip-planning ideas for Nova Scotia. We help visitors discover the people, places, experiences, and communities that make the province worth exploring.

From coastal road trips and local cuisine to outdoor adventures, arts and culture, and unique places to stay, we provide practical information to help you plan a trip that matches your interests, schedule, and travel style.

Our content is informed by local knowledge and developed in partnership with tourism operators, communities, and organizations across every region of the province, giving you the confidence to explore Nova Scotia.

Tourism Nova Scotia Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Tourism Nova Scotia is a division of the provincial Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage and is the official tourism organization for the province.

Tourism Nova Scotia strives to feature tourism businesses and experiences from across the province. To be featured on NovaScotia.com, businesses must sign up for a free listing, provide information about their business, and share featured photography.

No. Businesses and experiences featured on NovaScotia.com are listed at no cost. However, Tourism Nova Scotia does invest in paid marketing campaigns to promote Nova Scotia as a travel destination and encourage visitation.

Yes, Tourism Nova Scotia strives to feature tourism businesses and experiences in every region of the province–from rural communities to larger populated areas.

 

How does Tourism Nova Scotia create and maintain its travel content?

Tourism Nova Scotia shares travel ideas, itineraries, and practical information to help visitors plan their trips. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, travellers should confirm hours of operation, availability, pricing, accessibility information, and booking requirements directly with individual businesses before travelling. Tourism Nova Scotia is not responsible or liable for the accuracy of information on this or any linked sites.

Tourism Nova Scotia may work with paid content creators and influencers to share travel experiences from across the province. While their visits and content may be supported by Tourism Nova Scotia, the opinions, perspectives, and stories they share reflect their own experiences. Influencer content is always clearly identified on our website and social media channels.

Content Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Tourism Nova Scotia works with paid influencers and content creators to promote the province as a tourism destination. This content is often featured on our social media channels (@visitnovascotia). We also partner with creators or travel writers to develop content that may be featured on their own social media channels, websites, or on NovaScotia.com. Paid partnerships and sponsored content are always clearly identified.

Yes. Creator stories are based on their own experiences. However, Tourism Nova Scotia may suggest businesses and attractions for a creator to visit.

Information on business, experience, and package listings is updated as often as possible.However, updates are typically requested and led by the businesses themselves.

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