Visit Nova Scotia Canada

Friends told us we really should go to Nova Scotia. They had so much fun there. Beautiful scenery, cute bed-and-breakfast places, great food and interesting history. We didn't need much convincing. We already knew we wanted to see the Bay of Fundy with its tides.

We like to get friends' recommendations when we travel. That's why we like passing recommendations to you. They gave us tips for a great driving circle to get a taste for Nova Scotia.

So taking our friends advice, we got on the road immediately, saving Halifax for the end. We got a rental car and headed about an hour south east to Lunenburg.

Really, there are any number of cute small coastal towns along this South Shore region, but Lunenburg was a good choice. Turns out it is a UNESCO World Heritage Town. There's a historic waterfront with a Fisheries Museum, and old sailing ships and lots of seafood restaurants.

There are no worries about places to stay from small hotels to B&Bs.

You could easily spend a day or two in this area. When we left Lunenburg, we cut across the peninsula to the town of Annapolis Royal.

Annapolis Royal calls itself the birthplace of Canada, and it does have lots of history. It was founded in 1603. You can visit Fort Anne which was built in 1703. It's a typical "star fort" with cannons facing out toward the sea. You can wander the embankments, and some of the original buildings are available for tours.

Among other attractions, Annapolis Royal has the oldest cemetery in Canada... the Garrison Cemetery is next to Fort Anne. Take a night time tour of the cemetery. Our friends recommended this too. We almost ignored them on this one, but we're glad we didn't. You'll learn a lot on that lantern light tour.

A nearby attraction is Port-Royal National Historic Site. It represents an early French colony. Learn a bit about the Acadians and Canadian history. This reconstruction of early 17th century buildings is across a causeway where there is a power plant which uses the tides of the Bay of Fundy to generate electricity.

We drove north to Wolfville and Grand Pre. This is the area we stayed in to see the tides on the Bay of Fundy. There is the Grand Pre National Historic Site of Canada here. It a Commemorative Site about the deportation of the Acadians from Canada... The "Grand Derangement".

Grand Pre is also where we had a great time doing a little wine tasting.

Wine tasting in Canada? Yes, indeed. The Domaine de Grand Pre had a great tasting, and we had a nice lunch there. We also had nice tastings at other small wineries in the area.

Making our way back toward Halifax we stayed at the Inn on the Lake. It's only about 30 minutes from Halifax, so you can easily visit and tour town and still stay in the countryside. This hotel is also close to the airport, so it makes for an easy departure. That's a great little driving loop our friends told us about, don't you think? We're happy to pass it along.

Nova Scotia Canada Real Estate Market Insights

 

Often rated as one of the strongest real estate markets in the country, the Nova Scotia, Canada real estate market is one for foreigners and locals to consider buying into.

Nova Scotia, Canada real estate is some of the most sought after within the country. It's prime location and beautiful natural surroundings make it an attractive option for those looking for a retreat, second home, or even a place to raise a family. As with many areas of Canada, the real estate in Nova Scotia Canada has seen some up and down movements over the last few years, but it is one of the healthiest real estate markets in the country nevertheless.

Nova Scotia, Canada is the largest province on the Atlantic Ocean. The province has a population for 940,000 people, many of which living in the capitol city of Halifax.

The region is the second smallest by land coverage in the country, but it does have a variety of small and larger cities that make it an important town. As one of the founding cities of Canada, it also has a rich history. Finding the ideal real estate in Nova Scotia, Canada is possible since the property here is readily available and within reach price-wise.

Nova Scotia, Canada real estate listings range widely when it comes to price points. Some areas have a higher value than others, especially within Halifax. However, across the board, the province has seen housing prices improve since the middle of 2010. Consumers are buying properties again, after a lull in activity in the previous two years due to the limited economic circumstances in the area.

However, beginning in May of 2010 and ever since, the market has improved, which means more properties are now available for buyers.

The Nova Scotia, Canada real estate listings include a wide range of opportunities for buyers. Single family homes are the largest part of this market, but there are numerous apartment, condos and townhome options available to individuals. In addition to this, this area also has a large rental market. Nova Scotia, Canada rentals offer a variety of options in pricing for homes, apartments or other facilities. The downtown regions of Halifax are the most expensive while smaller suburban areas are another option to consider.

Those considering Nova Scotia, Canada real estate will find a solid, stable market to buy into. The area is attractive to most buyers, but options for those who are looking for bargain may find it. With numerous Nova Scotia, Canada real estate listings available, individuals are likely to find opportunities for spacious, luxury homes, small quaint apartments or something in between.