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 Old Town Lunenburg has been called "the best surviving example of a planned British colonial settlement in North America." |
Getting to Nova Scotia
Source: AAA
Nova Scotia, with working fishing ports, quaint seaside villages, historic lighthouses and natural wonders, offers visitors much more than six days worth of exploration. But if a week's vacation is what you have this summer, you can still cover a lot of ground in this beautiful Canadian province. From the ferry landing in Bar Harbor, ME to Nova Scotia's wondrous Bay of Fundy, there's plenty to see & do. Take a peek at these highlights, or click here to view a full six-day itinerary designed by the AAA Drive Vacation experts!
Nova Scotia Highlights:
Yarmouth - dining, shopping and the Yarmouth County Museum & Archives
Scenic Lighthouse Route to Sable Island (made famous in the movie The Perfect Storm)
Old Town Lunenburg - rich with history and summer recreation activities like deep-sea fishing, whale watching and lobster cruises
Mahone Bay - art, craft and antique shops. Recommended accommodations: The Oak Island Resort & Spa (AAA 3 diamond rated)
Peggy's Cove - well known by artists and photographers for its picturesque beauty
Halifax - AAA GEM attractions including Halifax Citadel National Historic Site Of Canada and Pier 21 National Historic Site of Canada
St. John, New Brunswick - Reversing Falls, a natural wonder that is best experienced aboard a jet boat tour
