Residents of Atlantic Canada, we encourage you to re-discover our backyard! To our further away future visitors - we miss you! But just remember our 13,300 km of coastline and friendly people will always be waiting for you! WHAT’S ON TAP FOR 2021 The Queen's Marque: This new downtown Halifax de- The Bluenose - 100th Anniversary Celebrations: A velopment will be a combination of office space, resi- plethora of events are being planned to mark the cen- dences, retail shops and restaurants … and the brand tennial of the launch of Canada's most famous tallship, new Muir Hotel! Opening in the summer, The Muir Ho- The Bluenose. Kicking off with a special birthday event tel will be a 5-star property on the waterfront with 110 in Lunenburg in March, activities will run throughout the hotel rooms with custom-designed furniture, a signature year with a highlight being a celebration festival tartan throw on every planned for August as well as 100 days of harbour bed, elevated and re- tours with each sail telling a themed story relating the fined regional dining, a history of The Blue- spa and wellness cen- nose. The Fisheries tre, cold plunge and Museum of the Atlantic hydrotherapy pools, a will also expand and halotherapy salt room, revise its Bluenose ex- a speakeasy and pri- hibit to mark the cele- vate guest-only art gal- bration. Other events lery and so much more! being planned for the commemoration include night markets, dory and Inn at the Winery: Located in the Annapolis Valley schooner races and a next to a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Domaine de parade of sail. Grand Pré is Atlantic Canada’s oldest Farm Winery, owned and operated by the Stutz Family, since 1994. oTENTiks at Grand-Pré National Historic Site: Parks The Swiss born family quickly made its mark displaying Canada oTENTiks accommodations are described as a a European sensibility for quality and passion for wine. cross between a tent and a rustic cabin and will now be Now they are applying those same principles to a new available as an immersive experience to visitors at on-site development: The Inn at the Winery, scheduled Grand-Pré National Historic Site and the Landscape of to open spring 2021 in the family's former farm house. Grand-Pré UNESCO World Heritage Site. Parks Cana- 6 new spacious rooms da will be in- will be spread out stalling 8 oTEN- amongst the 3-level Tiks that will be home. The ground lev- located in the el will also be home to fields south of a Chef's Table Dining the visitor infor- Experience for 8-10 mation center guests where you can and will be watch your 5 or 7 available start- course, wine-paired ing spring 2021. meal being prepared. Social Distancing Comes Naturally To Us! COOL PLACES TO STAY NEW ACCOMMODATIONS La Boatique: East Coast Canada's first floating B&B! The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax: Situated within the Nova Moored to the dock at the Yarmouth Marina is this cozy 41- Centre, The Sutton Place Hotel Halifax offers unmatched foot motor yacht with aft and forward cabins, ensuite bath- modern luxury in the heart of downtown. The hotel’s contem- rooms, a spacious salon with an aft deck and a dining area. porary and elegant design is a reflection of the design- Let the waves lull you to sleep! forward flagship Nova Centre, its shared relationship with the Halifax Convention Centre and the European culture of Ar- The Old Ten Spot: Set on Zwicker's Lake in the Annapolis gyle Street. Valley, The Old Ten Spot offers a two bedroom lake view cottage, one bedroom lakeside cottage, or a lakeside vintage Cabot Trail Tiny House Vacation Rentals: These lovingly 1974 Airstream Boler that has been completely restored. crafted tiny houses on wheels have all of the little details you Take a walk in the woods, enjoy a paddle in the kayaks, ca- want along with an ocean view: loads of natural light, spa- noe or pedal-boat. cious kitchen area with convection microwave and induction stovetop, soaker tub with a shower option, in-floor heating, Vicar’s View: These private, two level lighthouse-themed living area and two loft sleep spaces. ensuites in Baddeck include a small kitchenette and modern amenities and a small garage for a couple of motorcycles, a Valley View Chalets: These 360 sq ft chalets have been sports car or a place for snowmobiles for the winter visitor. chiseled into the side of Frasers' Mountain to create luxuri- ous, year-round accommodations. With breathtaking views of Private Island Yurt for 2: In Blue Rocks near Lunenburg, the Margaree Valley, each chalet features full kitchens, satel- take a short paddle to your own private island, where a cozy, lite smart TVs, premium bedding with Endy mattresses, pro- hand-crafted yurt awaits - complete with all your belongings pane BBQ's and electric fireplaces and expansive decks to and a delicious, locally-sourced dinner basket. Fall asleep watch the incredible sunrises and sunsets. star-gazing through the yurt's skylight and wake up to the sounds of waves lapping, birds calling and a delicious local Colindale Beach Villas: This 50-acre, nature-oriented "stay breakfast. This is an experience you will never forget! and play" oceanside destination in Port Hood includes exec- utive class three bedroom modern vacation homes, each The Tower at Compass Distillers: This two-bedroom apart- situation on a private 2 acres of land, with access to a se- ment is a hidden gem! Offering 2 queen sized beds and a cluded 4-acre, sandy swimming beach and nature trails. murphy bed, the condo is complete with high-end finishes including a fully equipped kitchen, rooftop sun deck with Ketch Floating Cottage: Located on the LaHave River, barbeque, in-suite laundry and so much more. Located in Ketch is a unique, fully-equipped floating home! The 400 sq Halifax’s trendy North End neighbourhood, the stand out fea- ft cottage features a loft bedroom and a bathroom with ture of this condo is the distillery below - Compass Distillers shower, sink, and electric marine toilet. A full-sized kitchen is an award-winning craft distillery, cocktail bar and retail and living room round out the main level while outside, you space. You won’t go thirsty! have access to a fire pit, kayaks and a cozy 200 sq ft deck that's perfect for watching life on the river float by. Train Station Inn: Located in the charming village of Tatamagouche, this unique country inn experience is a de- Bayview Chalets: These duplex cottages are situated per- commissioned railway station offering spacious cabooses as fectly to see the stunning sunsets off the coast of Cheticamp your accommodations. All the cabooses have been recently from your covered deck. Decorated with a nautical theme in renovated into deluxe suites with railway memorabilia cheer- blues, greys and a splash of yellow, each cottage is fully reflecting it’s historical past. equipped with in-suite laundry and full kitchen. Geodesic Domes: These ‘glamping’ style accommodations are now available around Cape Breton Island. Each have their own unique appeal depending on what you are looking for: True North Destinations (Pleasant Bay), Archer’s Edge Luxury Camping (Judique), Blue Bayou Resort Campground (South Harbour) and Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort (Englishtown). Nova Scotia is home to some of the most authentic, exclusive and extraordinary coastal experiences in North America. Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark: The Cliffs of Helicopter Tours: Come see the unforgettable sights of Fundy Geopark is Nova Scotia’s 6th UNESCO designation Nova Scotia’s ocean playground from the air. Celtic Air Ser- and tells the story of the coming together of the superconti- vices and Breton Air have high-performance helicopters that nent Pangea 300 million years ago and its ripping apart 100 take you above Nova Scotia’s rolling landscape for astound- million years later. There are numerous attractions and oper- ing visual experiences. Enjoy the spectacular sights such as ations located within the Geopark: hiking trails, provincial the rugged coastline of the Cabot Trail, the soft powder sand parks, community and provincial museums, lighthouses, of our beaches or the majestic greens of our golf courses. beaches, kayaking tours and more. Georges Island National Historic Site: The newest addi- tion to Nova Scotia’s National Historic Sites family, Georges Island is located in the heart of Halifax harbour, the place the Mi’kmaq called Kjipuktuk or “The Great Harbour.” Discover how this small island and its fortifications played a large role as a prison, as an internment camp for Acadians, in the de- velopment of Nova Scotia and in the overall defence of Can- ada. Georges Island is one of five national historic sites in Halifax which are known collectively as the Halifax Defence Complex. Oak Island Mystery Adventure: Sign up for an epic Ma- hone Bay adventure! Take a narrated voyage and discover the key sites being explored on the infamous Oak Island treasure hunt. Land on the shore and explore the Oak Island Museum, enjoy a picnic lunch and then head off island with a local historian to explore sites of interest that uncover the fabled facts, stories & secrets of the Oak Island Mystery. Intimate Dining Experiences: Seasonal set menus in small, Starlight Culinary Escape: Indulge at a luxury wilderness cozy and intimate atmospheres are trending in Nova Scotia! escape nestled in the Tobeatic Wilderness Area. Trout Point • Woodroad (Margaree) is a new fine-dining restaurant Lodge is Canada’s only member of Small Luxury Hotels of with daily pre-set, fixed price menu featuring locally the World and also the world’s first certified Starlight Hotel.