We moved to Nova Scotia from the UK in April 2011 and are happily settling into this beautiful province. Myself, my man, our son and my slightly unusual cat feel so lucky that we have been able to move to such an amazing country and I hope to offer you a slightly different perspective when writing for this fabulous website.

"We're a bunch of friends who all happen to work at a resort property in Baddeck, Cape Breton. We love the Cabot Trail and on our days off we like to get out and experience all the things there are to see and do!"

We’re two sisters living in the United States with some roots in Nova Scotia. Recently we won the Discover Your Nova Scotia Roots Contest on novascotia.com. Because of the contest, we will be making another trip to Inverness to discover more about our roots. We’ll be meeting with Nova Scotia Genealogist Terry Punch to learn a little more about our ancestors. And then we’ll head to Inverness to enjoy the sights and sounds of the place we love so well. Won't you follow us on this great journey?

"I've got one of the best jobs! I get to explore Nova Scotia and share it with the world. Tough gig if you can get it, right?"

Derek is a long time resident of Guysborough County. He will be sharing his experiences and photographs as he cycles, hikes and paddles throughout this large and lesser known part of the province.

I have always loved to travel and live life to the fullest and eventually realized in my early twenties that I could do both in my own backyard in Nova Scotia. My wife Sara, two kids (Jaden 7 and Lienna 5) and I now live just outside of Truro (5 minutes from the legendary Masstown Market to be exact) and are centrally located to explore and experience the extraordinary province in which we live

"My partner, two daughters and I moved to the gorgeous North Shore of Nova Scotia five years ago. Nova Scotia far exceeds our expectations both in lifestyle and beauty."

"With the help of a constellation of satellites, Jim will explore the outdoors within Nova Scotia."

"We love Nova Scotia and doing so it is bringing us back to Canada's Ocean Playground nearly every second year."

"I have lived on Long and Brier Island most of my life and I love the natural beauty of our islands and the waters that surround us."

I’m a public affairs co-ordinator at the Halifax Port Authority and I contribute to NovaScotiaBlogs.com to give you an insider’s look at the Halifax cruise experience as well as provide insight on all the great attractions and events happening in the arts-and-culture-rich Halifax Seaport district.

Karl Vollmer details his adventures kayaking, surfing, hiking and camping in and around the many amazing bodies of water in Nova Scotia; a true Ocean Playground.

Kim is a 20-something professional who does not like to sit still (or be serious). Join this "rolling stone" as she explores all the outdoor activities, cultural events, restaurants, and shopping that Nova Scotia has to offer.

Keeping you informed about music news around Nova Scotia, sourced directly from members of Music Nova Scotia!

"I love history! Since 2007 I've worked at the Nova Scotia Archives, one of the oldest archival institutions in Canada. Every day I get to l learn about the province's past and share those stories with people."

"When not blogging about my discoveries, I am working, raising a family and doing a crossword puzzle (in pencil, not pen)."

It’s here! It’s finally here! The 2011 Canada Games have arrived and Halifax is ready to showcase our country’s finest athletes to the world!

Join Peter Johnson and Jan Young on their journey as they follow in the footsteps of some of Nova Scotia’s finest original foodies - tackling some of Nova Scotia’s most coveted recipes – the good, the bad and the delicious!

"Hi my name is Phil Neville and I work for the Council of Nova Scotia Archives. I'm very excited to share stories about some of the public archives in the province."

"I am a professional chef in a well-known Halifax restaurant. I enjoy writing about my day-to-day adventures that include my work kitchen, my home kitchen and my family."

"Central Nova Tourist Association is pleased to welcome Ryan Faulker as our first blogger as he covers his experiences along the Fundy and Northumberland Shores."

"I love it here! I am based in Halifax. Vibrant and culturally alive, Nova Scotia always has something to offer."

"At the beach, life is different. A day moves not from hour to hour but leaps from mood to moment. We go with the currents, plan around the tides, and follow the sun" ~ How to Live at the Beach by Sandy Gingras

"Life's too short not to live by the sea. Join me on my adventure ~ living, tasting, and exploring the highest tides on the planet!"

"'We make a living by what we get - we make a life by what we give.' - Sir Winston Churchill"

"When I returned to Nova Scotia after a 10 year absence, I made up for lost time, and today my personal collection of colour slides of Nova Scotia numbers over 600,000."