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Planes, Trains, Automobiles and... Cr...

by ScotiaPages.com on 11/23/2011 - 10:22 am
Categories: Canadian Tourism News - Travel News Canada, Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Tourism News - News for Tourism in Nova Scotia

You can get to Nova Scotia several ways including by plane, train (VIA Rail) or by car.  However, cruising has become a popular way for tourists to discover what Nova Scotia has to offer.
 
According to the Port of Halifax in 2011, 19 major cruise lines docked ships in Halifax.  In 2010, 127 ships in total brought 261,216 visitors to our shores.
 
Halifax is a unique port as it gives passengers many tour options (Halifax City Tours, Peggy' Cove, Lunenburg, Annapolis Valley Winery Tours and many more to choose from).  Each ship is greeted with Bagpipes and Drums by the 78th Highlanders.  The most popular time to cruise to Nova Scotia seems to be in September ...

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Winter is Coming

by ScotiaPages.com on 11/17/2011 - 06:02 pm
Categories: Events in Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Weather, ScotiaPages.com News - Travel Guide for Nova Scotia

With Winter and the holidays just around the corner, Nova Scotia offers many fun activities for the family.  
 
From Downhill Skiing at Ski Wentworth, Cross Country Skiing at Kejimkujik National Park, Snowshoeing at Cape Breton Highland National Park, Snowmobiling, Ice Fishing, Sleigh Rides to Ice Skating on the new Halifax Oval, there is something for everyone.
 
Many lodges and resorts offer special Winter Getaway Packages.  Book a cottage or chalet and enjoy the romantic feeling of snow falling outside, while cuddling with a hot chocolate near a warm and cozy fireplace.
 
Take in Winter festivals in the Annapolis Valley, Halifax and on Cape Breton Islan ...

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