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Your Insider's Guide to Canada's Ocean Playground

Halifax: The Vibrant Heartbeat of the Maritimes

Welcome to Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia and the bustling urban centre of Atlantic Canada. This historic port city perfectly blends the old and the new, where charming heritage buildings house trendy restaurants, and the sounds of sea shantie...

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Lunenburg: A UNESCO World Heritage Treasure Painted in Colour

Step into a living history book in Lunenburg, a port town so immaculately preserved it has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Famous for its vibrant waterfront buildings painted in hues of red, blue, and gold, and its narrow streets that...

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Peggy's Cove: Nova Scotia's Iconic Lighthouse Village

There is no image more synonymous with Nova Scotia, and perhaps even all of maritime Canada, than the lighthouse at Peggy's Cove. Perched atop massive, glacier-scarred granite rocks that tumble into the churning Atlantic, this iconic red-and-white ...

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Baddeck: The Beginning and End of the Cabot Trail

Welcome to Baddeck, the charming village that serves as the official beginning and end of the world-famous Cabot Trail. Situated on the shores of the majestic Bras d'Or Lake, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this town is a hub of history, culture, and n...

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Wolfville: Wineries, Tides, and Culture in the Annapolis Valley

Nestled in the heart of the Annapolis Valley, Wolfville is a charming and sophisticated town renowned for its burgeoning wine industry and its stunning natural setting. Home to the historic Acadia University, the town has a lively, intellectual atm...

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Sydney: Urban Heart of Beautiful Cape Breton Island

As the largest urban centre on Cape Breton Island, Sydney is a historic city with a vibrant, modern pulse. Located on a beautiful harbour, it serves as the perfect starting point for any adventure into the heart of Celtic culture and the world-reno...

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Digby: Home of World-Famous Scallops and Seaside Charm

Prepare your taste buds for a visit to Digby, the town renowned for its world-famous scallops. Located on the Annapolis Basin near the mouth of the Bay of Fundy, this vibrant fishing community is home to the largest inshore scallop fleet in the wor...

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Mahone Bay: The Three Churches of a Picture-Perfect Town

Welcome to Mahone Bay, a town so picturesque it seems to have been lifted directly from a postcard. Nestled on the shore of a beautiful bay dotted with hundreds of islands, its most famous view—and one of Canada's most photographed scenes&mda...

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Chéticamp: Acadian Heartbeat on the Cabot Trail

Discover the vibrant Acadian culture of Chéticamp, a bustling fishing village nestled between the majestic Cape Breton Highlands and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. As a key stop on the world-famous Cabot Trail, Chéticamp is a lively hub of...

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