Bar Harbor, Nova Scotia, maybe PEI and definitely a moose!!! Help please.
Nov 27th, 2010, 01:50 PM
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How many nights in the maritimes is that, and not a one in Halifax???
That's unfair (to yourself)!!
Peggy's Cove is less than 30 miles from Halifax, and while I can see spending a good day or two touristing between there and Lunenburg, even Lunenburg is only 62 miles from Halifax.
If you are coming all that way, then it just makes better sense to stay in Halifax, as a base camp, and then AD-LIB when the time comes, in terms of how much time you want to spend at Peggy's Cove / Lunenburg.
It MIGHT evolve to where you schedule a dinner and a long evening at Peggy's Cove one night, and then spend a separate day of your trip in Lunenburg.
Sunset will happen at 9:00pm each night, and the days will be loooooooooong...
In Halifax you will always be near SOMEthing to do... and that could really help on those mornings/nights when you need to plan on the fly...
Note: A grand feature of Halifax is that it isn't on the WAY to anywhere, and thus, as is the case with most of the maritime provinces, they AREN'T over-run by society. So staying in central Halifax doesn't subject you to as much hustle and bustle as in most North American cities.
If you become intrigued by my high tide information in the Bay of Fundy, "Truro" is only 60 freeway miles and one hour away from Halifax. (where if you are 'buried' farther south toward Lunenburg, you wouldn't have as many easy alternatives if time becomes available)
As for the overnight spot between Halifax and QC... I guess I would pick Fredericton... it is fairly central... leaving time on both sides for daylight sightseeing.
And BTW, I love the drive along the St. Lawrence River on either side of QC.
ALSO, if given the chance... driving along the north shore of the Bay of Fundy from Truro to Parrsboro is pleasant... (unless you're trying to save time by staying on #104 highway)
Anyway, do consider Halifax for your lodging... so you can spend your listed "4 nights" in a central spot, and "DH" won't be stuck in a relatively remote place down the coast. Halifax is just more convenient...
That's unfair (to yourself)!!
Peggy's Cove is less than 30 miles from Halifax, and while I can see spending a good day or two touristing between there and Lunenburg, even Lunenburg is only 62 miles from Halifax.
If you are coming all that way, then it just makes better sense to stay in Halifax, as a base camp, and then AD-LIB when the time comes, in terms of how much time you want to spend at Peggy's Cove / Lunenburg.
It MIGHT evolve to where you schedule a dinner and a long evening at Peggy's Cove one night, and then spend a separate day of your trip in Lunenburg.
Sunset will happen at 9:00pm each night, and the days will be loooooooooong...
In Halifax you will always be near SOMEthing to do... and that could really help on those mornings/nights when you need to plan on the fly...
Note: A grand feature of Halifax is that it isn't on the WAY to anywhere, and thus, as is the case with most of the maritime provinces, they AREN'T over-run by society. So staying in central Halifax doesn't subject you to as much hustle and bustle as in most North American cities.
If you become intrigued by my high tide information in the Bay of Fundy, "Truro" is only 60 freeway miles and one hour away from Halifax. (where if you are 'buried' farther south toward Lunenburg, you wouldn't have as many easy alternatives if time becomes available)
As for the overnight spot between Halifax and QC... I guess I would pick Fredericton... it is fairly central... leaving time on both sides for daylight sightseeing.
And BTW, I love the drive along the St. Lawrence River on either side of QC.
ALSO, if given the chance... driving along the north shore of the Bay of Fundy from Truro to Parrsboro is pleasant... (unless you're trying to save time by staying on #104 highway)
Anyway, do consider Halifax for your lodging... so you can spend your listed "4 nights" in a central spot, and "DH" won't be stuck in a relatively remote place down the coast. Halifax is just more convenient...
Nov 27th, 2010, 01:52 PM
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Oh yeah, regarding your Cabot Trail run... and 5 nights in the Baddeck area...
The first day you awaken to clear skies, you get up and haul A** to the Cabot Trail... because the fog can occasionally render it view-less. So lucky for you that you have a window of opportunity built-in.
The first day you awaken to clear skies, you get up and haul A** to the Cabot Trail... because the fog can occasionally render it view-less. So lucky for you that you have a window of opportunity built-in.
Nov 27th, 2010, 08:02 PM
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Thanks northwest male - but I found a great cottage near Peggy's Cove!!! Could we not visit Halifax from there?
Trying to factor in a couple of days of just R&R prior to our conference in QC.
Trying to factor in a couple of days of just R&R prior to our conference in QC.
Nov 27th, 2010, 09:57 PM
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http://www.vrbo.com/252951
St Margaret's bay?
St Margaret's bay?
Nov 29th, 2010, 12:39 AM
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St. Margaret's Bay is a hop, skip and a jump into Halifax. Just don't try to do it during rush hour traffic which can be very heavy to and from that location.
As for PEI, mmm, it is hard to rent a cottage for only a few days. Most will want a week, esp. the closer you get to July 1st.
As for PEI, mmm, it is hard to rent a cottage for only a few days. Most will want a week, esp. the closer you get to July 1st.
Dec 3rd, 2010, 06:28 AM
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Ozgirl,
I liked the Duchess of Kent B&B in Charlottetown. The home, built in 1875, was just my cup of tea (wallpapered, period furniture and artwork), but wouldn't be for someone who likes things ultra-modern. The proprietress is just lovely and was so helpful to everyone I noticed, truly taking the time out to tailor the vacation to each visitor's interests. (She had cycling guides ready for us upon arrival, knowing that THIS was our primary reason for visiting PEI!) Sharyn is a character and provided a delightful dose of humanity in an often cold and impersonal modern era.
Everything's so compact in Charlottetown, I really felt it to be an ideal base. You're within walking distance of the harbour, Province House, Victoria Park, numerous seafood restaurants, a grocery store, cycle shops... Anyhow, there are tons of great choices on PEI, so have fun deciding!
DAN
I liked the Duchess of Kent B&B in Charlottetown. The home, built in 1875, was just my cup of tea (wallpapered, period furniture and artwork), but wouldn't be for someone who likes things ultra-modern. The proprietress is just lovely and was so helpful to everyone I noticed, truly taking the time out to tailor the vacation to each visitor's interests. (She had cycling guides ready for us upon arrival, knowing that THIS was our primary reason for visiting PEI!) Sharyn is a character and provided a delightful dose of humanity in an often cold and impersonal modern era.
Everything's so compact in Charlottetown, I really felt it to be an ideal base. You're within walking distance of the harbour, Province House, Victoria Park, numerous seafood restaurants, a grocery store, cycle shops... Anyhow, there are tons of great choices on PEI, so have fun deciding!
DAN
Dec 3rd, 2010, 07:03 AM
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HI - I'm getting my 2 cents worth into this thread a little late, but was in NS and NB in August/September (about 5 or 6th visit) so here are some thoughts, some of which will be repetitive:
- Cliffside Suites in Alma are beautiful with spectacular views. We planned to eat out but instead got supplies in town and ate on our deck both nights. Fundy National Park next door has some interesting drives and walking trails and you can daytrip to Hopewell Rocks from here (try to visit these at low tide if you can't do both tides).
- I would have agreed with others to stay elsewhere than Peggy's Cove and just visit there - but you say you have a nice cottage in the area so that should be fine. Daytrip up and down the Lighthouse Route for more charming villages and some beautiful (if cold) beaches - including some "hidden gems" as you get farther from Halifax (ask around) where you can beachcomb, stroll and picnic with hardly anyone else around.
- I like Halifax and it's definitely worth at least a day - especially around the vibrant Harbour area with boardwalk, museums, shops (Historic Properties), pubs, Saturday Market, etc. Evenings here can be lively with live music.
- When I visit Cape Breton I like to make a point of staying on the water for a "seaside vacation" experience. Spectacular scenic drives, nice nature walks and hikes, Celtic and some Acadian culture. A lot of people like Baddeck but I usually stay in the Ingonish area (again aiming for that "seaside vacation" feel).
- I've seen a number of Moose in NS - most often when you don't want to, e.g. while driving the switchbacking roads of Cape Breton Highlands in the dim light of dusk or dawn and suddenly one walks right in front of you (take care). I have also seen Moose on NS hiking trails a couple of times.
- For an overnight between Peggy's Cove and Quebec City, Fredericton was suggested and is fine but last time we stayed, for the first time, in the smaller town of Miramichi at the Rodd Hotel Resort and it was very nice, good room, good restaurant, good service. It is near Kouchibouguac National Park which might be worth a stop, also the Bouctouche Dunes aren't far.
- Cliffside Suites in Alma are beautiful with spectacular views. We planned to eat out but instead got supplies in town and ate on our deck both nights. Fundy National Park next door has some interesting drives and walking trails and you can daytrip to Hopewell Rocks from here (try to visit these at low tide if you can't do both tides).
- I would have agreed with others to stay elsewhere than Peggy's Cove and just visit there - but you say you have a nice cottage in the area so that should be fine. Daytrip up and down the Lighthouse Route for more charming villages and some beautiful (if cold) beaches - including some "hidden gems" as you get farther from Halifax (ask around) where you can beachcomb, stroll and picnic with hardly anyone else around.
- I like Halifax and it's definitely worth at least a day - especially around the vibrant Harbour area with boardwalk, museums, shops (Historic Properties), pubs, Saturday Market, etc. Evenings here can be lively with live music.
- When I visit Cape Breton I like to make a point of staying on the water for a "seaside vacation" experience. Spectacular scenic drives, nice nature walks and hikes, Celtic and some Acadian culture. A lot of people like Baddeck but I usually stay in the Ingonish area (again aiming for that "seaside vacation" feel).
- I've seen a number of Moose in NS - most often when you don't want to, e.g. while driving the switchbacking roads of Cape Breton Highlands in the dim light of dusk or dawn and suddenly one walks right in front of you (take care). I have also seen Moose on NS hiking trails a couple of times.
- For an overnight between Peggy's Cove and Quebec City, Fredericton was suggested and is fine but last time we stayed, for the first time, in the smaller town of Miramichi at the Rodd Hotel Resort and it was very nice, good room, good restaurant, good service. It is near Kouchibouguac National Park which might be worth a stop, also the Bouctouche Dunes aren't far.
Dec 3rd, 2010, 08:44 AM
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OceanBreeze1 - on this last visit we rented a private cottage for a week (which was their minimum unfortunately). http://www.vrbo.com/222318
Dec 4th, 2010, 02:52 AM
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Thanks guys, really appreciate your generous thoughts and advice, will look into the latest suggestions, glad to hear positive view of Cliffside Suites as I thought it looked good on website.
Will look into Charlottetown and PEI suggestions also, thank you everyone.
Will look into Charlottetown and PEI suggestions also, thank you everyone.
Dec 7th, 2010, 03:01 PM
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OK - I'll sign-off on the cottage near Peggy's Cove... at least it is north of where it could be, and thus central Halifax won't be too distant.
But don't go all that way and not give Halifax its due. I can't quite place its uniqueness, but it is a combination of NOT being overrun by society, being old, and having five universities.
Halifax is just... always pleasant (even when it is socked-in by fog as thick as pea soup).
Go round-trip on the cute little passenger ferry from Halifax to Dartmouth.
But don't go all that way and not give Halifax its due. I can't quite place its uniqueness, but it is a combination of NOT being overrun by society, being old, and having five universities.
Halifax is just... always pleasant (even when it is socked-in by fog as thick as pea soup).
Go round-trip on the cute little passenger ferry from Halifax to Dartmouth.
Dec 8th, 2010, 01:52 AM
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Thanks Northwest Male, I feel so relieved that you are comfortable with 'my' cottage! lol
Halifax is definitely on my 'to do' list don't worry - and help from people like yourselves who have taken time to reply is invaluable when one is half a world away.
I am looking forward to comparing your lobster with our 'crayfish' which is on the menu for Christmas lunch!
Thanks again.
Halifax is definitely on my 'to do' list don't worry - and help from people like yourselves who have taken time to reply is invaluable when one is half a world away.
I am looking forward to comparing your lobster with our 'crayfish' which is on the menu for Christmas lunch!
Thanks again.
