need touristy advice please :)

[Miss Jessica Lee 43328]

so I'm driving east this fall.... and as is customary I'm making a vacation out of my tour. I love to visit you guys but I'd also like to see the country and so I need the advice of some experts ;)

 

I was raised on the coast in Wales, and the only time I've seen the east coast of Canada is from a boat while sailing past. I remember it being very similar to the Welsh coast, and I'm so excited! It's the next best thing to a vacation back home.

 

I'd like to stop in most major centres for work, but I'm open to detours for some fascinating scenery. I'm in the early planning stages so have no idea exactly when I will be where, or how long I will stay once I arrive. However, with your help I can build a schedule that will allow me plenty of time to misbehave, with some down time to enjoy my holiday.

 

I'm bringing my bike so keep in mind any awesome bike trails you know of. I do know that I want to drive the bridge to PEI, and take the ferry over to Newfoundland. I'm taking the short ferry cause I don't mind driving, but what route to take and what to stop and see on the way from Port aux Basques to St. John's? probably plenty! I'm open to any advice.

 

My questions are both work related and touristy ... don't forget to tell me what province or city you're referring to.....

 

best days to hobby ... weekends or weekdays?

 

best times to hobby ... morning, afternoon, or evening?

 

three things I must see in your province while I'm there?

 

one thing I must see in your city before I leave?

 

your favourite restaurant?

 

your favourite scenic walking route, bike trail, or outdoor attraction.

 

thank you kindly in advance for your assistance ladies and gentlemen! ;)

[roamingguy 300292]

so I'm driving east this fall.... and as is customary I'm making a vacation out of my tour. I love to visit you guys but I'd also like to see the country and so I need the advice of some experts ;)

 

I was raised on the coast in Wales, and the only time I've seen the east coast of Canada is from a boat while sailing past. I remember it being very similar to the Welsh coast, and I'm so excited! It's the next best thing to a vacation back home.

 

I'd like to stop in most major centres for work, but I'm open to detours for some fascinating scenery. I'm in the early planning stages so have no idea exactly when I will be where, or how long I will stay once I arrive. However, with your help I can build a schedule that will allow me plenty of time to misbehave, with some down time to enjoy my holiday.

 

I'm bringing my bike so keep in mind any awesome bike trails you know of. I do know that I want to drive the bridge to PEI, and take the ferry over to Newfoundland. I'm taking the short ferry cause I don't mind driving, but what route to take and what to stop and see on the way from Port aux Basques to St. John's? probably plenty! I'm open to any advice.

 

My questions are both work related and touristy ... don't forget to tell me what province or city you're referring to.....

 

best days to hobby ... weekends or weekdays?

 

best times to hobby ... morning, afternoon, or evening?

 

three things I must see in your province while I'm there?

 

one thing I must see in your city before I leave?

 

your favourite restaurant?

 

your favourite scenic walking route, bike trail, or outdoor attraction.

 

thank you kindly in advance for your assistance ladies and gentlemen! ;)

 

Although not a maritimer, when in Halifax, I had a great dinner at

The Five Fisherman

http://fivefishermen.com/

When I was there last year went to the Grill, it doesn't need reservations, the restaurant does

As for hotels, don't know Halifax proper, but if you choose to stay at one of the hotels by the airport STAY AWAY from the Comfort Inn...it is, well, I'd rather sleep in my truck LOL...seriously

Just a couple tidbits

 

RG

[shawnsmith84 190]

Not a big fan of five fishermen. High prices for substandard food. You should check out fisherman's cove area in eastern shores. There are a couple of nice restaurants there. Also McNabb island is easily accessible from there.

[stanley1234 142]

It's difficult to name only one place as must see in Nova Scotia. The Ovens natura park is worth the drive and while in the area dont miss the chance to stop at The Knot Pub :).

http://www.ovenspark.com/

http://www.theknotpub.ca/

 

For biking trails and and taking in one of the provinces many waterfalls try Victoria Park in Truro. It's an easy place to find as you will pass it on the drive to Halifax or Cape Breton

 

The Five Fishermen is not what it used to be and in my opinion one of the best places to eat is the Hamachi House in the hydro stone

http://mk.hamachirestaurants.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hamachirestaurants.com%2Fyoung_street%2F#2516

 

If you have a type of food in mind let me know and ill be sure to give you a recommendation

 

Enjoy your visit

[Miss Jessica Lee 43328]

thanks to everyone who provided touristy info for me :)

 

had a really good time, visited plenty of interesting and beautiful places, spend a good deal of time on Cape Breton Island, went to Louisbourg fortress which was fascinating, and did make it to Truro also, although it rained so I didn't get out for a ride.

 

I watched the tidal bore and then had dinner at the lovely place called Ryan Duffy's wine bar & grill instead... delish!!

 

thanks again everyone!