2015 Summerscapes Calendar

2015 Summerscapes Calendar
On the cover: Kayaking on Halifax Harbour
$339
+tax for two
people.
Brier Island Whale and Seabird Cruises
Gillespie House Inn & Ship’s Company Theatre
From
$169
Whale Watch for 2!
Join a scientific survey as we explore the
Bay of Fundy, a corner of the Atlantic that’s
incredibly rich in marine life. Package includes
2 nights in a garden view room with queen
bed, full complimentary breakfast each
morning and a whale watch for two on the
Mega Nova.
This charming boutique inn and
popular theatre house make a
great overnight getaway! Package
includes:
per night,
per couple
Plus taxes
Gillespie House Inn
358 Main St, Parrsboro, NS B0M 1S0
1-902-254-3196 OR 1-877-901-3196
[email protected]
www.gillespiehouseinn.com
Harbourview Inn
www.theharbourviewinn.com
1-877-449-0705
Both received 2014 Certificate of Excellence from Trip Advisor
From
$490
+ tax,
2 Adults and 2
Children (age 6 or
under)
From
$180
Romance Suite
$250/night
Queen Rooms
$180/night
Plus HST
Valid through
September 30, 2015
Milford House Resort
Starting at
Naturally, Milford House!
Step back in time to a quieter place, where
your family can reconnect to the simpler
things in life.
Family Package for 4
• 2 nights accommodation
• 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts
• 2 day canoe use
Other family groups/upgrades available
Please mention MH2414 in the text of your
email or during your call.
Milford House
South Milford, Annapolis Royal, NS
Book online at www.milfordhouse.ca
or phone 1-877-532-5751
email [email protected]
$249
+ HST and
gratuities
Valid May 21 September 14, 2015.
Applies to new reservations only. Alcoholic
beverages not included.
May not be combined
with other promotions or discounts.
Based upon double
occupancy. Subject to
availability.
Ship’s Company Theatre
18 Lower Main St, Parrsboro, NS B0M 1S0
1-902-254-2000 OR 1-800-565-SHOW (7469)
[email protected]
www.shipscompany.com
Tickets to concert in the pub (visit website
for concert lineup) • Overnight in a new Art Gallery
Guest Room
• Deluxe Farm-to-Table Breakfast
in the morning • Starting at $154/ couple (single rate
$127) • Stay a second night for $99 PRIVATEER INN
Hillsdale House Inn & Ocean Explorations
Zodiac Whale Cruises
$284
Whale and Seabird Adventure
“Inn” Style
Spend a night at the historic Hillsdale
House Inn (c.1859), Annapolis Royal;
enjoy a full hot breakfast, bottle of
Nova Scotia Wine and the ultimate
adventure, looking for whales,
seabirds, seals and porpoise on the
Bay of Fundy with Ocean Explorations
Zodiac Whale Cruises.
per couple,
plus tax.
Live Theatre Package for Two
Add an additional
night for $105
plus tax.
• One night’s accommodations
• Breakfast for two
• Two tickets to Theatre Antigonish
• Dinner for two
Please refer to the “Escape” package
when making your booking.
www.lanesprivateerinn.com
From
A downtown location featuring
Taste of Nova Scotia dining and
Four Star Accomodations.
Available until
October 16, 2015
158 Main Street
Antigonish
902-863-4001
Toll Free 1-888-662-7484
Hillsdale House Inn
Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia
1-877-839-2821
www.hillsdalehouseinn.ca
www.oceanexplorations.ca
maritimeinns.com
Riverside Hideaway Package
The Rope Loft, Chester Playhouse and the
Mecklenburgh Inn are all you need for a
great stay in Chester.
27 Bristol Avenue
Liverpool, NS
1-800-794-3332
Located 90 mins from Halifax,
Yarmouth or Wolfville
LANE'S
Maritime Inn Antigonish
CHESTER … More Than Just a Sailing Community!
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Package includes:
• 1 night accommodation for two
• $50.00 credit in our Perfect Pear
Dining Room
• A 750ml bottle of a Nova Scotia
wine
• Deluxe Continental Breakfast
Concert Series Weekend
Valid May 31 October 31, 2015
Falcourt Inn & Restaurant
Come experience the warm
hospitality of our charming 4 star
Country Inn located in the heart of
Nova Scotia’s beautiful Annapolis
Valley.
$154
per couple
plus tax
• One night’s stay at the Gillespie
House Inn
• Two tickets to a Ship’s Company
Theatre Production
• Close to hiking trails and miles of
deserted beaches
Brier Island Whale and Seabird Cruises
Celebrating 30 years in business
www.brierislandwhalewatch.com
1-800-656-3660
Lane’s Privateer Inn
Starting at
Falcourt Inn
8979 Highway 201,
Nictaux (Middleton), NS
www.falcourtinn.ns.ca
902-825-3399 / 800-464-8979
The Chester Playhouse is
Waterfront Dining at
the centre for all entertainment
The Rope Loft overlooking
Front harbour with spectacular on the South Shore.
views of our islands
36 Water Street
902 275-3430
www.ropeloft.com
22 Pleasant Street
902 275-3933
www.chesterplayhouse.ca
Stay at the historic
Mecklenburgh Inn in
the heart of Chester.
78 Queen Street
902 275-4638
www.mecklenburghinn.ca
July 11th
10-5
July 12th
10-4
Lunenburg Community Centre Arena
19 Green Street
Lunenburg, Nova Scotia
Free admission
[email protected]
june
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
1
2
thursday
3
Annapolis Valley
Apple Blossom Festival
Cedar Lebanese Festival
friday
4
June 4-7, Halifax
7
8
9
10
11
6
Tidal Bay at the Market
June 6, Wolfville
Cold Waters Seafood Festival
June 5-6, Halifax
June 4-7, various venues
Doors Open Halifax
5
FIVB Volleyball World
League: Canada vs Argentina
Shelburne County
Lobster Festival
May 27-June 1,
various venues
saturday
June 6-7, Lake Charlotte
12
13
June 6-7, Halifax
Pumpkin Planting
at Ross Farm
Bicycle Carnival
Halifax Greek Festival
June 6-7, New Ross
June 13, Ship HarbouR
June 11-14, Halifax
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Uncommon Common Art
PGA Championship
of Canada
June 20-October 15, various locations
Avondale Art Fair
June 14-18, Cabot Links, Inverness
June 20, Newport Landing
21
22
23
24
25
National Aboriginal
Day at Glooscap
Heritage Centre
Privateer Days
June 26-28, Liverpool
26
27
RBC Multicultural Festival
June 26-28, Halifax
July 1 Celebrations
June 21, Millbrook
June 26-July 1, lockeport & Area
28
29
KitchenFest!
June 27-July 4, St. Ann’s
30
Royal Nova Scotia
International Tattoo
June 30-July 7, Halifax
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
where stars align
The vibrant energy of Acadian culture will embrace you whether you’ve
been coaxed on the dance floor at Musique de la baie (beginning July 1),
or tripping back in time at Le Village historique acadien de La NouvelleÉcosse. For the real stars of the show, visit the Acadian Skies & Mi’kmaq
Lands area, the only UNESCO-starlight tourist destination in North
America. The dark and clear skies offer glittering views of the night sky
and Milky Way, a window on the universe.
novascotia.com/yarmouthacadianshores
Camping at Ellenwood Lake Provincial Park
Visit novascotia.com for more Nova Scotia experiences
$1.00
OFF
Admission
June – October 2015
Please present this ad
Fundy Geological Museum
Your getaway to Nova Scotia’s
Ancient past:
• Explore the NS Gold Exhibit
• Pan for gold in Prospector’s Camp
• Look into the Fossil Research Lab
• See Jurassic dinosaurs from
Bay of Fundy
Don’t miss the 50th Nova Scotia Gem &
Mineral Show, August 14-16, 2015
162 Two Islands Road
Parrsboro NS
902-254-3814
Check out our web site for
admission prices and activities
fundygeological.novascotia.ca
10% off
Subject to availability.
Irwin Lake Chalets
Receive a 10% discount off any
stay with this ad.
Irwin Lake Chalets offers the perfect
setting for a family vacation, a quiet
weekend escape or a romantic Nova
Scotia getaway.
• 6 cozy log chalets with woodstove,
bbqs and fully equipped kitchens
• Acres of wooded seclusion
• Seasonal boat rental
• Two chalets with private hot tub
• Only 8 minutes from Truro
• Ask about weekly rates
Irwin Lake Chalets
680 Loch Haven Lane
Old Barns, NS
1-866-55IRWIN (47946)
www.irwinlakechalets.com
Starting at
$200
+ HST and
gratuities
Valid May 21 September 14, 2015.
Applies to new reservations only. Alcoholic
beverages not included.
May not be combined
with other promotions or discounts.
Based upon double
occupancy. Subject to
availability.
Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury
Located just minutes from the Canso
Causeway, offering quality, convenience,
and Taste of Nova Scotia dining.
• One night’s accommodations
• Breakfast for two
• Dinner for two
Please refer to the “Escape” package
when making your booking.
717 Reeves Street
Port Hawkesbury
902-625-0320
Toll Free 1-888-662-7484
maritimeinns.com
july
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
Music at the Barn
thursday
friday
1
July through October,
Margaree Valley
Community Ceilidh
Chester Playhouse Summer
Theatre Festival
The Bells of Baddeck – The
Alexander Graham Bell Story
July-August, Guysborough
Ship’s Company Theatre
5
Antigonish Highland Games
6
CanIRON X
Stan Rogers Folk Festival
Festival of the Strait
Web.com Tour Nova Scotia Open
Lobster Bash
July 2-5, Baddeck
7
8
July 5-12, antigonish
July 9-12, Halifax
Peggy’s Cove Area Festival
of the Arts
TD Halifax Jazz Festival
July 5-9, Halifax
July 8-12, halifax
12
13
14
Whycocomagh Summer
Festival
Race the Cape
July 12-18, Sydney
20
Festival of the Tartans
Founders’ Days
July 15-25, Yarmouth
July 14-18, whycocomagh
19
Seafest
Acoustic Maritime Music
Festival
21
16
Broad Cove Scottish Concert
40th Festival de l’Escaouette
Nicolas Denys Days
July 26, broad cove
July 26-August 2, Chéticamp
July 27-August 2, Port Hood
July 27-August 2, St. Peter’s
July 16-26, Halifax
17
July 18-19, Lunenburg
24
The Big Ex – South Shore
Exhibition
July 28-August 2, Bridgewater
Halifax International
Busker Festival
July 29-August 3, Halifax
30
Louisbourg Crab Fest
July 31-August 1, Louisbourg
Natal Day Festival
July 30-August 3, Halifax
New Glasgow Riverfront
Jubilee
July 31-August 2, New Glasgow
25
Halifax Summer Opera Festival
July 25-August 16, Halifax
July 24-26, Halifax
29
July 25-26, Louisbourg
July 25-26, pugwash
Afrifest
28
18th Century Camping
Pugwash HarbourFest
July 24-26, Bible Hill
27
18
Paint Sea on Site
July 17-August 14, Halifax
NS Bluegrass & Old Time
Music Festival
July 18, bear river
July 18-19, Sherbrooke
AFF Outdoor Film Experience
23
Bear River Cherry Carnival
Time Traveller’s Reunion
July 17-25, River john
July 20-26, inverness
Chestico Days Summer
Festival
July 10-12, Pictou
River John Festival Days
Inverness Gathering
26
Halifax Pride Festival
11
Pictou Lobster Carnival
July 10-12, Yarmouth
July 16-19, Shelburne
22
10
Multicultural Festival
July 16-19, Kempt Shore
July 15-19, New Glasgow
Harmony Bazaar Festival of
Women & Song
July 10-12, Lockeport
July 9-19, Peggy’s Cove Area
15
July 4-5, Eskasoni July 3-5, Digby
9
Lebanese Festival
4
Eskasoni International
Competition
Mawiomi (Powwow)
July 3-5, Canso
July 2-6, Halifax
July 1-5, Port Hawkesbury
Marblehead to Halifax
Ocean Race
3
Gathering of the Clans
July 1, Pugwash
July 3-August 2, Baddeck
July-August, Parrsboro
July-August, chester
2
saturday
31
Canadian National Oldtimers
Baseball Championships
July 31-August 3, Yarmouth
Melmerby Beach Provinical Park
Northumberland Shore
run away together
The Northumberland Shore provides the perfect ocean playground for
your family-friendly escape with its sandy beaches, invigorating salty
breeze, and some of the warmest waters in Nova Scotia. Take a break
from the beach to enjoy a picnic at the fragrant Seafoam Lavender
Farm, tour the Jost Vineyards for some adult fun, and then thrill the kids
with an overnight stay in an antique caboose at the Train Station Inn.
Visit novascotia.com for more Nova Scotia experiences
novascotia.com/northumberlandshore
Starting at
$130
Accommodation
starting at $130 a
night in our Inn or
our Rhubarb Rooms.
Suites and waterfront
cottage available,
please contact the
resort for pricing.
Based on availability.
Oceanstone Resort
Oceanstone Resort is a premiere destination – a place to get away from
it all. Enjoy the lovely experience of
being lulled to sleep by the sound of
the Atlantic surf.
• Accommodation including rooms
in our inn, suites and waterfront
cottages
• Dining at Rhubarb Restaurant
• 40 minutes from Halifax
• Minutes away from Peggy’s Cove
*Mention this ad and receive 10% off.
Just You and Yours – Romance
Our most popular Romance Package for both new love and anniversaries.
Oceanstone Resort
8650 Peggy’s Cove Road, NS
1-866-823-2160
www.oceanstoneresort.com
Only
$520
+ tax, based on
double occupancy
Valid June 12 –
October 11, 2015
$270
plus HST
Expires
October 31, 2015
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Summer Getaway to Nature
Dive into the natural wonders of the
UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere
Reserve and reconnect with yourself,
loved ones and nature.
• 3 nights accommodation in one of
our small 2 bedroom chalets in the
UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere
Reserve
• Healthy buffet style breakfast each
morning
• Use of canoes and kayaks on-site
• Admission to Kejimkujik National
Park and National Historic Site and
Kejimkujik Seaside Adjunct
Mersey River Chalets
and Nature Retreat
[email protected]
1 877 667 2583
merseyriverchalets.com
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$319*
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Sip Swirl and Stay Package
Discover Wine Country in style! Sip, swirl and enjoy Nova Scotia wines
on a full day guided Between the Vines wine tour with Uncork Nova
Scotia, the premier wine tour company.
Package includes:
• Pick up from Hotel to start your
guided tour
• Tours and wine tastings at three
award winning wineries
• Two course gourmet lunch at
Le Caveau restaurant
• Visit to Fox Hill Cheese House and Tangled Garden
• 1 Night select accommodation
This package is available on Monday, Wednesdays
and Fridays from May 1- October 31, 2015.
Tour duration from 10:00am – 4:00pm
BOOKINGS | Questions | Email Reservations:
[email protected]
$299
per couple
Toll Free 1-877-365-2552
Package Terms: Minimum 3 day pre-booking required; Rates do not include taxes, based
on double occupancy; Rates subject to change without notice; Subject to availability, blackout dates may apply; Not to be combined with any other promotion.
A Spa Night Inn
Where the World Explores
the Annapolis Valley
Escape to the blissful surroundings of the beautiful Annapolis Valley and
pamper yourself to a night and day of total self indulgence.
Choose from Two Night Treat Package
($270) or Three Night Treat
Package ($375)
Includes:
• Large comfortable room with fireplace
• Queen size pillow top bed
• Hot and tasty breakfasts with fresh
fruit, cheese and yogurt from Fox Hill
Dairy, and a hot entree
• Gourmandise Avenue Artisanal Chocolates
• Complimentary wine tasting at Planters
Ridge Winery
• Two complimentary bar snacks from
The Port Pub
Package includes:
• 1 Night select accommodation
• Fresh Trio of Roses
• A bottle of Sparkling Wine delivered
to your room upon arrival
• Gourmet Dinner for Two in the Acadian
Dining Room ($75 voucher)
• Breakfast for Two ($30 Voucher)
Valid until October 31, 2015.
Package includes:
• One night select accommodation
• $80 Credit at Eau Spa (Guest needs
to confirm an appointment
time at the Spa 902-542-4800)
• Gourmet Dinner Voucher for Two
($75 Credit)
• Breakfast Voucher for Two ($30 Credit)
Valid until October 31, 2015.
1464 Starr’s Point Road
Port Williams, NS
902-697-3303
www.plantersbarracks.com
$339*
per couple
*Package Terms: Minimum 3 day pre-booking required; Rates do not include taxes, based
on double occupancy; Upgrade to Parlour Guest Rooms based on availability at additional cost; Rates subject to change without notice; Subject to availability, blackout dates may
apply; Not to be combined with any other promotion.
[email protected]
1-800-561-8090
august
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
1
Action Week
Highland Village Day
Sunflower Maze
Margaree Summer Festival
August 1-9, Sydney
August 1, Iona
August 1-31, Mount Denson
2
3
9
6
Festival acadien de Clare
August 9-16, Clare
August 11-15, Shelburne
17
August 8-9, shag harbour
14
18
August 14-16, shelburne
20
15
Atlantic Canada Harmonica
Festival
Shelburne Kayak Festival
19
Wild Blueberry Harvest
Festival
August 14-29, Central NS
August 14-16, Parrsboro
August 12-15, Chester
8
Shag Harbour UFO Festival
August 7-9, digby
Chester Race Week
August 7-9 millbrook
August 7-9, Yarmouth
Digby Scallop Days
13
Millbrook Powwow
Seafood & Wine Extravaganza
NS Gem & Minerals Show
Shelburne County
Exhibition
August 9, Judique
12
7
August 7-9, Dartmouth
August 6-9, lunenburg
11
August 7-8, Halifax
August 1, margaree
Dutch Mason Blues Fest
Lunenburg Folk Harbour
Festival
10
16
Festival Savalette
August 6-9, Larry’s River
August 3-8, Halifax
August 2, Lunenburg
Clam Harbour Sandcastle
Competition
5
Under 15 National
Basketball Championships
Nova Scotia Folk Art Festival
Kintyre Farm Scottish
Concert
4
Seaport Beerfest
August 15, Lake Charlotte
21
22
Photography Workshop
August 16, Clam Harbour
Annual Tuna Tournament
& Festival
August 17-20, Sherbrooke Village
Annapolis Valley Exhibition
Hank Snow Tribute
August 17-22, Lawrencetown
August 16-22, Wedgeport
23
30
Johnstown Milling Frolic
August 20-23, Liverpool
24
31
25
Nova Scotia Provincial
Exhibition
August 25-29, Truro
26
Eastern Nova Scotia
Exhibition
August 26-30, Antigonish
August 21, johnstown
27
Sherbrooke Village Rally
That Gives
August 28-29, sherbrooke
28
29
18th Century Camping
August 29-30, Louisbourg
South Shore
beyond picture-perfect
The South Shore is everything you imagined about Nova Scotia and more.
Whether you explore the coast by car, bike, or kayak, you’ll be presented
with an unforgettable view of land and sea in every twist of the road
and curve of a cove. A detour into any of the seaside villages or towns
of Peggy’s Cove, Chester, Mahone Bay, Shelburne, or Lunenburg will
reward you with a charm, history, and culture that is unique to life
lived by the sea.
novascotia.com/southshore
Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, Peggy’s Cove
Visit novascotia.com for more Nova Scotia experiences
$169
+tax per person,
based on double
occupancy
Package valid until
October 10, 2015
*Minimum number
of participants required to run tour
Advanced booking
required.
Liverpool Adventure Outfitters Ltd.
Ocean Kayak Day Tour
Enjoy our beautiful coastline close-up! From
Liverpool, we’ll travel to our launching point
nearby. We’ll kayak to a beautiful Island,
exploring sea life, beaches, birds, and fishing
villages along the way. At the Island we’ll
enjoy our picnic lunch, and hike around before
heading back to shore. Plan to spend 6-7
hours. Includes one nights’ accommodations,
breakfast, picnic lunch, snacks, kayak rental,
local guide, and van support.
50% off
third night
Stay two nights
and receive 50%
off third night
Valid from
June 1-July 9, 2015
(based on
availability)
Liverpool Adventure Outfitters Ltd.
4003 Sandy Cove Rd. (Hwy 3)
Liverpool, NS
(902) 354-2702
$489
plus taxes
Valid June 20 –
Sept. 20, 2015
Atlantica Oak Island
Rates from
$199
plus tax
Adventure awaits!
Valid from May 1 October 12, 2015
Rates are limited and
subject to availability.
Blackout dates may apply.
Any unused components
of the package are non
refundable. Rates are per
room, per night, and extra
person charges will apply.
Rates do not include
taxes, gratuities and incidental charges. Package
rates are not applicable to
group reservations.
• Accommodations luxuriously appointed on
spectacular white sand beach
• Fireplace, full kitchen, BBQ, jacuzzi, wireless
internet
• Award-winning restaurant
• Intimate late night dining
• Planked salmon, fresh lobster, pastas,
salads, great steaks, decadent desserts,
extreme cocktails and a cellar full of wines
Geocaching is a real-world outdoor treasure
hunting game. Explore nature, have fun,
and be active; a fantastic way to spend time
together as a family!
Your family adventurer package includes:
• One night accommodation
• Hot breakfast buffet
• Family picnic for your day adventure
• Use of a geocaching kit with tips and
how to’s
• Complimentary Wi-Fi, use of our fitness
centre and pool, daily family recreational
activities and use of resort facilities including
mini golf, and tennis just to mention a few
• S’mores for the evening bonfire
www.quarterdeck.ca
Whispering Waves Cottages
YOUR OWN SUMMER COTTAGE
GETAWAY OCEANFRONT
Deluxe vacation homes! Located on the
popular Lighthouse Route, in the heart of
the South Shore Ingomar,
Shelburne County.
• Jacuzzi
• 4 Lobsters and a bottle of wine
• Firewood
• 2 one-mile long white sand beaches
just minutes away
Summer at the Beach starts in
June so take a little extra time
and “Spoil Yourself”!
1-800-565-1119
or (902) 683-2998
[email protected]
liverpooladventureoutfitters.com
3 night pkg for
Quarterdeck Beachside Villas & Grill
$149.99
PLUS HST
Valid June 1 - Dec. 1,
2015.
Subject to availability.
24 hour advance
reservations
BEST WESTERN PLUS Liverpool
Hotel & Conference Centre
Family Road Trip
• One night hotel stay in our
spacious deluxe rooms
• Welcome package on arrival
• $20 Pizza Gift Certificate
• $10 Tim Hortons Coffee Card
• Hot Buffet Breakfast
• Free Beach time... minutes away
Call us at 1-902-354-2377 or
Toll free at 1-877-354-2377.
Ask for the Family Road Trip
Package.
Whispering Waves Cottages
[email protected]
1-866-470-WAVE
Shelburne Harbour Boat Tours
Package
price
$100
Historic Shelburne
Taxes included!
Valid June 1 to
September 30, 2015
• McNutt’s Island • Lighthouses
• Whales & Birds • Morning Tours
• Afternoon Tours • Kitchen Party Cruises
• Lobster Supper Cruises • Private Parties
Get out on the water with
our Boat Tour Package!
Enjoy one of our 2 daytime tours for
a Family of 4 - 6 (2 adults & up to 4
children under age 19)... Season starts
June 1st!
BEST WESTERN PLUS Liverpool
Hotel & Conference Centre
63 Queens Place Drive,
Liverpool, NS B0T 1K0
902-875-6521
www.shelburneharbourboattours.com
whisperingwavescottages.com
Chanterelle Country Inn and Cottages
$895
for two, includes
tax and gratuity
Romance
Packages from
$189
CAPE BRETON SAMPLER
Argyler Lodge & Restaurant
From
Victorian Inn circa 1880s
30 minutes outside of Halifax
overlooking Queensland Beach.
Romance Packages include:
• Bottle of sparkling wine and
truffles
• Ocean view rooms with
whirlpool (single or double)
• Three course candlelit dinner
for two
Book online
• Healthy breakfast for two
$425
www.thesurfsideinn.com
[email protected]
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9609 Highway 3
Queensland, NS B0J1T0
1-800-373-2417
An Axeprience of a lifetime:
+ tax, per couple
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Get acquainted with Cape Breton–its people,
its history, its cuisine and its nature!
Package includes (for 2):
• 3 nights accommodation at the Chanterelle Country Inn & Cottages, Ltd.
Country Inn or Cottage • Buffet breakfast each
48678 Cabot Trail
morning • 4-course dinner on the evening
Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0
of your choice • Whale watching excursion
www.chanterelleinn.com
• Bird Island boat tour • Passes to the Gaelic
Tel: 902-929-2263
College • Passes to the Miner’s Museum •
Fax: 902-929-2039
Passes to the Fortress Louisbourg • Passes to
Toll-free: 866-277-0577
Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Valid until
December 31, 2015.
Subject to conditions.
Taxes and gratuity not
included.
Surfside Inn
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Starting at
36 Treasure Drive, Western Shore, NS.
Toll Free 800-565-5075
[email protected]
www.atlanticaoakisland.com
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Learn logrolling, tree climbing, competitive sawing and axe throwing with World
Champion lumberjack, Darren Hudson!
• 2 nights accommodations
• 2 passes to the Axeperience
• Breakfast each morning
• Seaside bonfire with two s’mores bags
(weather permitting)
52 Ye Olde Argyler Road,
Lighthouse Route 3
Lower Argyle, NS B0W 1W0
(902) 643-2500 www.argyler.com
september
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
1
thursday
2
Wharf Rat Rally
7
8
PGA Tour Canada Cape Breton
Celtic Classic
Butter Trail Run
13
15
September 5-6, Middle Musquodoboit
10
11
Highland Homecoming
Canadian Country Music Week
& CCMA Awards Show
12
Nova Scotia Fall Wine Festival
Hike the Highlands
September 12-October 11,
province-wide
September 11-20, Ingonish
17
Sherbrooke Show & Shine
September 12-13, sherbrooke
September 11-13, Pictou
September 10-13, Halifax
16
5
50 Mile Yard Sale
9
September 9-13, Pictou
14
4
September 3-13, Halifax
Pictou-North Colchester
Exhibition
September 7-13, Ben Eoin
September 6, Tatamagouche
3
saturday
Atlantic Fringe Festival
September 2-6, Digby
6
friday
18
Avondale Garlic Fest
19
September 19, Newport Landing
Queens County Fair
Atlantic Film Festival
September 15-19, Caledonia
20
21
September 17-24, Halifax
22
23
Oktoberfest
September 25-26, Tatamagouche
Afterglow Art Festival
September 25-26, Bridgewater
September 24-26, Sydney
27
28
29
September 19-20, Shelburne
September 18-20, Windsor
24
Lumière
Whirligig & Weathervane
Festival
Hants County Exhibition
Hants County Exhibition
September 25-27, Windsor
25
Canadian Deep Roots Music
Festival
26
September 25-27, Wolfville
Bay of Fundy Sea Kayak
Symposium
September 25-28, Lower Argyle
30
Tidal Bore Rafting on the Bay of Fundy
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley
high tides and full hearts
Boasting the world’s highest and most powerful tides, you can rightfully
assume the activity level here is adrenaline filled. Spend a heart-racing,
memory-making day whale watching on the Bay of Fundy, tidal bore
rafting, or hiking. Need to catch your breath? Discover the culture
of Nova Scotia’s first people, the Mi’kmaq, at Kejimkujik National Park
and National Historic Site, tour any of the eleven wineries in the area,
or savour the work of chefs inspired by land and sea.
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Starting at
$280
+ HST and
gratuities
Valid May 21September 14, 2015.
Applies to new reservations only. Alcoholic
beverages not included.
May not be combined
with other promotions or discounts.
Based upon double
occupancy. Subject to
availability.
From
$135
per person,
based on double
occupancy.
($186 per person,
single occupancy.)
Prices include tax.
No other
discounts apply.
Valid until
Dec. 21, 2015
Silver Dart Lodge
Stay and Sail Package
Baddeck’s Silver Dart Lodge features
Taste of Nova Scotia dining, and offers
an ideal start and stop point for your
Cabot Trail excursion.
• One night’s accommodations
• Breakfast for two
• Dinner for two
• Cape Breton Treasure Hunt Guide
• Two tickets for sailing the Bras
d’Or Lakes aboard the Amoeba
Please refer to the “Escape” package
when making your booking.
The Claymore Inn & Suites
Stay and Golf Package
Includes one night’s accommodation
with breakfast and 18 holes of golf
with cart at the Antigonish Golf and
Country Club.
*The cart is shared if the reservation is
for a single person.
137 Church Street, Antigonish NS
1-888-863-1050
www.claymoreinn.com
From
$179.50
per couple
Train Station Inn
Package includes:
• 1 night accommodation in a
railway caboose
• Full breakfast served in the
railway station
• A beverage of your choice in the
Vice-Royal railway car Alexandra
• Complimentary dessert in the railway
dining car
• Guided tour of the historic railway
station and yard
Train Station Inn
21 Station Road, Tatamagouche, NS
(902) 657-3222 1-888-RAILBED
www.trainstation.ca
257 Shore Road
Baddeck, NS
902-295-2340
Toll Free 1-888-662-7484
maritimeinns.com
Histo r ic Hali f ax
Step back in time at award-winning
downtown museums
From
210
$
• Admission to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
and Pier 21 National Historic Site
• Overnight in a Queen Room
• Breakfast & WiFi included
Harbourfront S hopping
Enjoy a leisurely waterfront stroll and
boutique shopping at Bishop's Landing
From
230
$
• $50 voucher redeemable at Bishop's Landing
merchants
• Overnight in a Queen Room
• Breakfast & WiFi included
E pic urio us Advent ure
An epic culinary adventure for foodies
• Savour our chef's regionally inspired six course
“blind tasting” menu for two
• Overnight in a Queen Room
• Breakfast & WiFi included
• Turn-down treat
From
325
$
october
sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
1
Cabot Trail Writers Festival
saturday
2
3
October 2-4, various venues
Great Scarecrow Festival &
Antique Fair
Valley Pumpkin Festival
4
5
6
7
8
October 7-11, Tusket
12
13
14
18
19
October 10-11, Wentworth
16
20
21
26
October 17, Halifax
22
28
23
October 23-25, dartmouth
29
30
Hal-Con
October 30-November 1, Halifax
Cape Breton
lead with your celtic heart
Voted the #1 island in North America, Cape Breton Island’s beauty
will make your heart soar and its culture will make your soul sing.
Hike the world famous Skyline Trail, or cycle the Celtic Shores
Coastal Trail. Visit in autumn to experience nature’s masterpiece
of colourful foliage along the Cabot Trail and the musical
masterpiece that is the Celtic Colours International Festival.
Celtic Shores Coastal Trail
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24
Dartmouth Handcrafters Guild
Christmas Craft Festival
October 22-25, Liverpool
27
Antigonish International
Film Festival
October 23-25, antigonish
International Ukulele
Ceilidh
October 20-24, halifax
17
Nocturne: Art at Night
October 15-18, Halifax
Halifax Pop Explosion
25
15
10
Fall Festival of Colours
Atlantic Jewish Film Festival
October 13-17, Amherst
October 11, Windsor
9
October 9-17, Cape Breton
Nova Scotia Fibre Arts
Festival
Pumpkin Regatta
October 3, Windsor
Celtic Colours International
Festival
Starlight Festival
11
Pumpkin Weigh Off
October 2-4, Mahone Bay
October 1-31, region-wide
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• Guided Underground Mine Tours
• Men of the Deeps Concerts
• Historic Miners Village
• Gift Shops & Restaurant
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Cape Breton Miners Museum
17 Museum Street
Glace Bay, Nova Scotia B1A 5T8
(902) 849-4522
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november
sunday
monday
1
tuesday
2
wednesday
3
Devour!
The Food
Film Fest
4
November 4-8,
Wolfville
December
thursday
friday
saturday
Molson 5
Canadian
Nova Scotia
Music Week
6
7
sunday
monday
Father
Christmas
Festival
wednesday
1
November
27-December 6,
mahone bay
November 5-8,
Yarmouth
tuesday
2
Gingerbread
Festival
November
27-December 12,
chester
thursday
friday
saturday
3
Bluenose
Ability Film
Festival
Festival 4
of Trees &
Crafts
5
Old Fashioned
Christmas
December 3,
Halifax
December4-6,
Middle
Musquodoboit
December 5-6,
sherbrooke
Village
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
15
Jost
Vineyards
Christmas
Open House
16
17
18
19
20
21
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
22
23
24
25
26
Father 28
Christmas
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20
21
22
23
24
25
26
November 15,
Malagash
27
Old Fashioned
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November 27-29,
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29
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November 27December 12,
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Persian New
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December 20-21,
Halifax
27
28
29
30
31
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Celebration
december 31,
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November 30,
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Halifax & Eastern Shore
twinkling streets and festive treats
Sherbrooke Village Old Fashioned Christmas
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with a locally roasted cup from Full Steam Coffee Company. Don’t miss making
merry at Sherbrooke Village’s Old Fashioned Christmas! Halifax sparkles with
the spirit of the season. Shop the cobblestone streets of Historic Properties, the
quaint Hydrostone District, and our trendy downtown boutiques. Enjoy a show at
Neptune Theatre and ring in the new year in Grand Parade!
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From
$149
plus taxes.
Expires
December 31, 2015.
Must be booked 48
hours in advance.
Blackout dates may
apply. May not be
combined with any
other offer. Limited
availability.
Chateau Bedford Hotel and Suites
From
$149.95
Family Fun for 4!
Your Fun Getaway Includes:
• 1 night’s accommodations for 4
• A $20 gift card at a local
restaurant
• 4 Cineplex Theatre movie passes
• Our complimentary breakfast
featuring hot items
no tax
*Per night based
on double adult
occupancy with up to
two children. Subject
to availability. Not
applicable to groups.
$184
Residence Inn by Marriott Halifax Downtown
Experiences Dining Package
Enjoy a night on the town!
• One night of accommodation in a
Studio Queen Suite,
Studio Queen Suite
per night plus
• Free hot buffet breakfast
applicable taxes
• Free high speed internet
Subject to availability.
• $25 gift card for Durty Nelly’s,
Some blackout dates
An Authentic Irish Pub
may apply. Not valid for
• One night stay in a standard guestroom
• Cineplex “Night Out” Certificates includes two general admission, one
regular popcorn, two regular soft drinks
• Hot buffet breakfast for registered
guests
• 108’ waterslide, pool and sauna
• Free parking and high speed wireless
internet
www.ramadans.com
Celebrate
your birth
year!
*Min. two night stay
required. Max. three
consecutive nights on
this promotion. Best
available rates prevail
thereafter. Limited
number of rooms
available at these
rates and blackout
dates may apply.
group bookings.
No Tax Value Package
Rate Code LPTV (add $50 for Suite)
Park Place Hotel & Conference
Centre, Ramada Plaza
240 Brownlow Ave.,
Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1X6
Chateau Bedford Hotel and Suites
133 Kearney Lake Road
Halifax/Bedford
(902) 445-1100
1-800-565-3086
www.chateaubedford.ca
From
Park Place Ramada Plaza
1599 Grafton Street
Halifax, NS B3J 2C3
(902) 422-0493
The Westin Nova Scotian
$159
per night
plus taxes
Valid from
May 1 October 15, 2015.
For availability and
conditions, please
contact the hotel.
Sponsored by:
From
$149.95
PAW PRINTS PACKAGE
Escape to the tranquil lake setting of BEST WESTERN
PLUS Chocolate Lake Hotel where love is a fourlegged word. Package includes:
• Friendly Greeting from our Welcome
Ambassador, Cocoa
• All Natural Dog Treats and PupCake,
compliments of Three Dog Bakery
• Voucher for Pet Grooming, courtesy of House of Dogs
• Turndown Service with chocolate treats
• Full Hot Breakfast
• Free Parking & Free High Speed Wireless Internet
House of Dogs
902.492.3647
www.houseofdogshalifax.com
plus taxes
Get your second and third night at rates
equal to your birth year. Happy birth
year to you!
• First night: from $199
• Second & third night: rate equals your
birth year (Born in 1968? Pay $68.)
• Rates will be confirmed at check-in
upon presentation of valid ID.
Book online or call 1-888-627-8553
and mention code NBR.
Valid June 26 –
September 5, 2015
Coastal Inn
Discover Maritime Hospitality
in Halifax at Coastal Inn!
Conveniently located in the Bayers Lake
Shopping Power Centre, off highways
#102 and #103. Only 30 minutes to
Peggy’s Cove. Enjoy our indoor pool and
outdoor enclosed patio.
• One night accommodation in one of
our spacious guestrooms
• Enjoy our complimentary “Coastal
Plus” breakfast and indoor pool
• $25 gas card
• 1 Kids Activity Kit
• Free Wi-Fi and Parking
Westin Nova Scotian
1181 Hollis Street,
Halifax, NS, B3H 2P6
1-888-627-8553
www.thewestinnovascotian.com
BEST WESTERN PLUS Chocolate Lake Hotel
Three Dog Bakery
902.405.3364
www.threedognovascotia.com
$149
PAY RATES EQUAL TO YOUR
BIRTH YEAR
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Starting at
1 night
package from
+ taxes
Per night based
on double adult
occupancy with up to
two children. Subject
to availability. Applicable taxes will be
added. Not applicable
to groups.
BEST WESTERN PLUS
Chocolate Lake Hotel
20 St. Margaret’s Bay Road,
Halifax, NS
902.477.5611
www.chocolatelakehotel.com
Park Place Ramada Plaza
Only
$199
Costco Shopping Package
• One night’s stay in a standard room
• One $50 gift certificate to Costco
• Hot buffet breakfast included for all
registered guests in the room
• Free parking & high speed wireless
internet
Rate Code: LPCC (add $50 for suite)
plus tax
Valid May 1 October 31, 2015
Subject to
availability.
Blackout dates apply.
Park Place Hotel & Conference
Centre, Ramada Plaza
240 Brownlow Ave.,
Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1X6
www.ramadans.com
Coastal Inn Halifax (Bayers Lake)
[email protected]
1-855-603-8999
www.coastalinns.com
The Hollis Halifax
Summer in the City
All-Suite property centrally located in
the Heart of Downtown Halifax.
Package Includes:
• Upgrade to a 1 Bedroom Suite
• Wake Up DoubleTree Hot Breakfast Buffet
• 15% Off Ryan Duffy’s Steak &
Seafood Restaurant
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
The Hollis Halifax –
• Complimentary Access to Indoor
a DoubleTree Suites by Hilton
Pool and Fitness Centre
1-888-664-1649
[email protected]
www.thehollis.ca
STAY
and
SAVE
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
Book online, or call 866-716-8133 and
mention promotion code ZB4.
BOOK NOW!
Free
Parking
FREE parking
for 2 weeks
Quality Inn Halifax Airport Hotel
• Overnight accommodation in
our Deluxe Guest Room
• FREE parking for 2 weeks
• FREE hot and cold breakfast
beginning daily at 5:30am
• FREE 24 hour on demand
shuttle to/from the airport
Quality Inn Halifax Airport Hotel
60 Sky Boulevard,
Goffs, NS B2T 1K3
(902) 873-3000
www.airporthotelhalifax.com
From
$169
for a Deluxe Room
Plus taxes.
Subject to availability.
Not applicable to
groups. Valid until
September 7, 2015.
The Prince George Hotel
Summer Escape
Escape the summer to an oasis in the
centre of downtown Halifax.
Package includes:
• Newly renovated deluxe room with
your choice of one king or two queens
• Includes Free WiFi and Free Local Calls
1725 Market Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3N9
1-800-565-1567
princegeorgehotel.com
Starting from
$149
$149
Stay One Night and the
next is 40% Off
Rise and shine to a better tomorrow. For
every night you pay the regular rate you
can get the next for 40% off. Whether
you stay 2 nights, 4 nights, or more, your
tomorrows will be that much better.
• 40% is taken off the best available
flexible rate
• Valid for arrivals Thursday - Saturday
• Rates are pre-paid and non-refundable
• Blackout dates apply
Plus taxes.
Subject to
availability. Not
applicable to groups.
Valid until
September 7, 2015.
Offer valid
June 15 –
August 31, 2015.
•
•
•
•
•
Free buffet breakfast
Free parking
Free high speed internet
Heated indoor pool
Onsite restaurant
Need a suite space to stay in Halifax?
Enjoy extra room plus free breakfast in
the heart of downtown Halifax!
Package includes:
• A stay in one of our spacious studios
• Free deluxe continental
breakfast buffet
• Free internet and local calls
cambridgesuiteshalifax.com
fourpoints.com/halifax
From
Park Place Ramada Plaza
$149
.95
Package includes:
Plus applicable taxes.
Some conditions
apply.
Summer Escape
1583 Brunswick Street
Halifax, NS B3J 3P5
1-800-565-1263
Four Points by Sheraton Halifax
1496 Hollis Street
Halifax, NS B3J 3Z1
BEST WESTERN PLUS Dartmouth Hotel and Suites
Family Weekend Getaway!
Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax
From
+ taxes
*Per night based
on double adult
occupancy with up to
two children. Subject
to availability.
Applicable taxes will be
added. Not applicable
to groups.
15 Spectacle Lake Drive
Dartmouth, NS B3B 1X7
(902) 463-2000 1-866-676-9846
bestwesterndartmouth.com
Family Getaway Package
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
One night’s stay in a superior guestroom
One 12” Park Place pizza with the works
One pitcher of soda
One in-room movie (up to $15.99 plus tax)
Complimentry parking
Heated indoor pool with 108’ waterslide
Hot buffet breakfast included for all
registered guests in the room
Rate Code: LPFG (add $50 for suite)
Park Place Hotel & Conference
Centre, Ramada Plaza
240 Brownlow Ave.,
Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1X6
www.ramadans.com
From
$139
.95
per night
Plus applicable taxes.
Package rates are valid
until September 30, 2015.
Rates are limited and
subject to availability.
Blackout dates may apply.
Any unused components
of the package are non
refundable. Rates are per
room, per night, and extra
person charges will apply.
Rates do not include taxes,
gratuities and incidental
charges. Package rates are
not applicable to group
reservations.
Atlantica Hotel Halifax
Create Your Summer Stay
Personalized for you. Your package includes
one night accommodation and your CHOICE
OF TWO of the following value added
options:
• Complimentary Parking OR Deluxe
Continental Breakfast for Two OR
Guaranteed 4PM Late Check-out OR
$20.00 Seasons by Atlantica Dinner
Credit.
• Plus free Wi-Fi, local telephone calls and
use of our indoor pool, whirlpool,
1980 Robie Street
sauna and fitness equipment. Kids under
18 stay free in their parents’ room and
Halifax NS B3H 3G5
Kids under 12 eat free from the Kids’ menu
1-888-810-7288
when accompanied by a dining adult.
[email protected]
Package elements should be confirmed at
www.atlanticahotelhalifax.com
the time of check-in.