BY CLAY LARROY
When you choose to travel, whether it is for business or
pleasure, it is important to plan your trip well before hand. Here are some
tips to help you. Don't be afraid to cash in your airline miles. Many travelers
let their miles accumulate and never bother using them. Reap the rewards of
your traveling and spend the miles you've earned! Miles have expiration dates,
so be sure to use them before they expire. Travelling to Canada is a great way
to use your airline miles. When you need to plan a vacation contact me!
Things
to see and do in Nova Scotia
Beaches
The Sunrise Trail follows
the Northumberland Strait past dozens of sandy beaches and the warmest waters
north of the Carolinas.
Bears and bald eagles
You can spot some of the
province's most characteristic wildlife in the Provincial Wildlife Park at
Shubenacadie; among other creatures, the park shelters moose, bears, cougars,
coyotes and bald eagles (of which it has a particularly high population).
Cabot Trail
The Cabot Trail, one of
North America's most spectacular ocean drives, is a 298km (185-mile) ribbon of
road that loops around Cape Breton Island and passes through Cape Breton Highlands
National Park.
Celtic flavor
The Halifax Highland Games
and Scottish Festival celebrates Nova Scotia's Celtic influences. It is held
every summer on Dartmouth Common, across the Narrows from Halifax. For another
taste of the province's Old World heritage, try the Celtic Colors International
Festival on Cape Breton Island in October.
Fishing
Anglers intending to fish
in Nova Scotia's 9,000 freshwater lakes require a valid fishing license,
obtainable from any provincial Department of Natural Resources office or from
one of almost 700 authorized vendors. Note that a separate license is required
for salmon. Deep-sea fishing is popular, with charter boat trips available from
several places, including Halifax.
Gaelic accent
More evidence of Nova
Scotia's close ties with Scotland: street signs in Pugwash are in English and
Gaelic and highland games are held annually in Antigonish.
Halifax Harbor
The provincial capital,
Halifax, claims to have the second-largest natural harbor in the world (after
Sydney in Australia) and has a long and distinguished history as a naval and
military base. Harbor tours are available.
Heritage in Halifax
Other Halifax highlights
include the Historic Properties, a redeveloped waterfront area of shops and
restaurants; Province House, the birthplace of Canadian democracy in 1819; St
Paul's, Canada's oldest Protestant church; the Museum of Natural History; the
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic (featuring Titanic exhibits); Pier 21, an
excellent museum of immigration; and the Halifax Public Gardens.
Landscapes and landmarks
Nature lovers should head
for Cape Breton Island. While there, visit Cape Breton Highlands National Park
for spectacular scenery; the Fortress of Louisbourg, Canada's largest
historical restoration; and Baddeck, which is home to the Alexander Graham Bell
National Historic Site and Bell's final resting place.
Lunenburg
This German settlement was
established in 1753 and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town's
beautiful waterfront speaks of a rich history of fishing, shipbuilding and
other maritime activities.
Marine life
It's easy to catch a
glimpse of some dolphins and whales. Tours leave from a string of ports along
the coast - those from Westport and villages along the Digby Neck peninsula
(multiple daily trips from late May to mid-October) are among the best.
Military history
The Citadel, a star-shaped
masonry fortress built in 1856 on the site of a 1749 structure, is one of
Canada's most visited National Historic Sites. Dominating Halifax, it is known
for its kilted regiment of historical re-enactors, and good views of the city
and harbor.
Other scenic drives
The Lighthouse Route travels
along the South Shore, where seafaring traditions are especially strong. The
Evangeline Trail, a rural road that goes through the beautiful Annapolis
Valley, is known for its orchards, forts and Victorian mansions.
Peggy's Cove
Situated in an area known
for its rugged and beautiful coastal scenery, Peggy's Cove is famed as the site
of Canada's most photographed lighthouse.
Rocks and fossils
Eagle-eyed visitors can
scavenge for amethyst, agate, quartz and jasper around Parrsboro. Fossil
hunting enthusiasts can also sign up for a cliff tour at Joggins.
Shops and bars
You can find excellent
shopping, nightlife and restaurants in both the old and new sections of
Halifax.
The Royal Nova
Scotia International Tattoo
The world's largest annual
indoor show features more than 2000 local and international performers and
takes place in Halifax Metro Center during the first week of July.
Watersports
Sailing, kayaking and
canoeing are popular pastimes along the coast or on myriad inland kayaking
routes, such as in Kejimkujik National Park. Try swimming on Melmerby Beach on
the Northumberland Strait and tidal bore rafting on the Shubenacadie River.
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I grew up in Nova Scotia, so there weren't a whole lot of rules.
Diego Klattenhoff
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