Halifax Travel Forum

My married friends Bob and Charles will be in Halifax August 10-13. They are Vancouverites so ocean is no big deal but they would like to see the sights . They are not sure whether they should rent a car- they like unique hotels that aren't afraid to have a 45 ish gay couple under there roof. They will not be searching out the gay scene in a big way but if there is any places that are gay friendly they would be happy to go. They have asked me as I was born in Halifax but don't remember much from when I left at age 5!
They like good food. They are not budget travellers but like a fair price.Neither wants to get beat up for being in the wrong place at the wrong time

I'm trying to find a nice/affordable place to stay near the Halifax Forum on Windsor & Young St. Suggestions welcomed please and thanks...

tjmcgown

If anyone is planning on taking a trip from the east to the west in the next 4 months and have extra space for a rad gal, let me know dudes! i'll split the fuel costs and all that.
carcrom7@yahoo.ca

We are 6 people looking for a place to stay for the night of May 18th. We get to DT really late (1 am) and hostels are either closed or booked. are there other options for a cheap stay ~$20 -$25 per person?

Hi!
We are going to study at Saint Marys University from September 2006.
We dont want to live at the student hostels.

But we would like to rent an appartment in Halifax close to Saint Marys University.

Where can we get information about prices and possible available appartments in Halifax?

Thanks for your cooperation

Hi!
It would be cool to find any students here from Saint Marys University.

I plan to apply to this University this year and have no idea about the student life there.

Do you like to study in Halifax?

I have heard it is hard to study in Canada. Is it true? What is your opinion?

Best regards
KZ

Hi everybody!

I wonder about the cheap airlines that i can travel with to Halifax from Europe.

I live in Norway and plan to study in Saint Marys University, starting in september 2006.

Can you advise me the cheap way to get to Halifax from Norway.( The only price I could find was 750 Euro one way. Is it reasonable prise?

Best regards

for Sep 2nd to Sep 5th, we are looking for group accomodation like a suite or furnished aparment for budget travellers.
Any suggestion? Close to halifax downtown.

thnx

Dear All,

I am going to visit Halifax in September is there any Pakistani, Indian or Arabian food restaurants or shops? Your reply will be highly appreciated.

Regards

Farhan

Hi! I am going to Bar Harbor, Maine to meet w/some friends and then hope to go to explore Novia Scotia and maybe PEI as well afterwards. I'd love to hear from you all about what I can see and do there. I'm also single and will probably try to go to as many places as I can. I'll be driving by car and look forward to seeing this beautiful place!

Is the cat ferry worth the trip, does it save that much time VS driving?

Any advice, ideas, thoughts would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!
Brad in Vermont

Hi,

I'm a student from Québec and I want to improve my English next summer. I was wondering how is Halifax ? Is there a lot to do there for youngs ? Are there good opportunities for jobs and housing ? Thanks.

I will be in Halifax at the beginning of June and hope to take some time off to explore Nova Scotia

I will probably have access to a car - what are the must do/see items in Nova Scotia?


Thanks in advance

Me and a friend will be in Halifax 28th-30th March at the start of a 3 week train journey to Vancouver, using VIA rails excellent value CanRail Pass. Got accommodation sorted, planning on walking around to see the city, especially the Citadel and Maritime museum, but has anyone got any tips for good nightlife or any other must see tourist attractions. Also, where's the best seafood restaurant - a must for Halifax!

A friend of mine returned from the Annapolis Valley on Business. He was going on about an English style pub in Windsor, NS called The Spitfire Arms. Has anyone heard about it? Apparently there are over 12 draught and the food is really good. He mentioned that there was also a motorcycle in a display case featuring WW2 RCAF artefacts. We're thinking of driving up this weekend to try them out. Has anyone else been there?

Cheers

Is taking the train from Montreal to Halifax a reasonable thing to do ? My wife and I are celebrating a 50th anniversary with a trip to Nova Scotia and hope to enjoy scenery and novelty without becoming absolutely exhausted. Any other tips are most welcome.

Hello. Can someone out there tell me if it is possible to fly directly to Halifax from some point in Europe (Britain included). Thanks, Kendall

Hello! I have an overnight layover in Halifax on Christmas eve and will be staying downtown. Will there be any restaurants/bars open? Anything at all to do?

My Wife and I are coming to NS in Aug 2005 for our 20th wedding anniversary. We are staying in Halifax for a total of 5 nights but also touring for 9 nights. Chris really wants to go whale watching. Is it worth going to the Digby area just for this or is it just as good on the Cabot trail?
Can anyone suggest some good hiking trails with some good scenery for comparative novices.
Thanks
Richard ( U.K. )

Hello - My friend and I will be on a cruise that stops in Halifax next week and we have a lot of things we want to do in and I am not sure we will have the time for it.

Our plan right now is to take a cab directly from the cruise terminal to the Titanic gravesites, spend no more than an hour there, and then take a cab back to the Museum of the Atlantic and see the Titanic exhibit, but we need to be back by 1:30 (we dock at 9:30am, so I assume we will be off the ship by 10:30) for an unrelated ship sponsored excursion. Do you think we can make it?
On the map I have, it doenst look like it would be anymore than a 15 minute cab ride from the dock to the gravesites, is that about right?

If thats too much to do (which I am thinking that it is), which is more "not miss": the museum or the gravesites? I have heard many people be dissapointed by the lack of artifacts that are actually in the museum and the size of the exhibit, and they say that the graveyard experience is actually more enjoyable.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!
Carey

My girlfriend and I will be in Halifax October 8-19.
Seeking recommendation (offers too) for cheap or cheapish accommodation. Under 700 cdn if possible.

Catch being, we have a small, well behaved dog (GF is a trainer). Also, if possible, we would like access to a kitchen to prepare at least one meal daily. Other than that, We aren't too picky... warm and dry. A sublet or basement flat would be ideal.

Hotels that accept pets AND have suites are too costly -I just can't accept paying 150 per night. Cabins we have found online are within cost range but too far from the city, where we plan to spend most of our time.

Thanks.

Hello, I'll be in Halifax around September 17th. I think I'm staying somwhere called the Prince George Hotel.
I'm a huge fan of the sci-fi show "Lexx" and also a fan of "This Hour Has 22 Minutes".
Is there anything left to see on Salter Street now that they were bought by Alliance? I'd love to visit a store or shop or pub something that had some Lexx memorabilia stuff. Is Salter near the downtown? Otherwise I'll just be making a trip to get my photo taken under the street sign.
Carry On, K.

Hi everyone - I hope this question doesn't offend anyone (and I admit, it's an odd one). My husband and I just came back from a brief trip to Halifax and Yarmouth and, as we often do, found ourselves a bit envious of the Canadian way of life (more awareness of the environment, of the world outside of their own country, socialized health care, more laid-back approach to life). (If you are from Nova Scotia, thank you for the warm welcome into your home! I was struck by how friendly people are.)

Of course, the grass is always greener, and I started wondering what gripes Canadians commonly have about their government, either nationally or within the province. We'd thought that if we got into a discussion with some locals, we might be able to find out, but that didn't happen. If there are any VTers from Halifax who could answer my question, that'd be great. I know how Canadians often feel about Americans and American government, but I don't really know how they feel about their own. Any thoughts?

September
have been before.. with car
but this time will go without
plan to stay in the city Halifax
and do day trips
any tips. .welcomed.

ie.. can you suggest some good day trips
Lunenberg. etc the tour operator

and is the transit system in the city good
I have been on a boat before there
and over to Dartmouth
but the city there is lovely..

so..

also what is a good hotel
not the high end.. middle of the road
but .. nice..

plse..

tyia..

Aura2..

Toronto...

Hi all,

I will be travelling around NS at the end of July and was thinking of taking a ferry from St John NB to NS. Shall I book in advance? I will be travelling by car.
thanks in advance,

Emma

We will be departing from Halifax airport at 6AM. Can anyone direct us to a hotel close to the airport that has a shuttle service as well.
Thanks you for your assistance:-)

I plan on staying in Halifax in the beginning of August. I've been deciding between the Delta Halifax, Holiday Inn Harborview or Holiday Inn Select Halifax Centre. Are they in safe areas? I read some of the comments in the warning area of this site but I'm not sure if these hotels are in those areas. Also, any comments about any of these hotels? Thanks!

Hello everyone!

My parents and another couple will be going to Halifax near the end of July, beginning August.

Would anyone have suggestions about:
1) Great Hotels near the waterfront(minimum 3 star...preferably 4 star) (Casino hotel, Westin..???) what is recommended.

2) Great Bed and Breakfast places near the waterfront (Waverly Inn?)

3) Places to eat ..that have a lot of ambiance..and good food..

4) Activities to see..
Was told one should take a look at the Waterford crystal makers..Where does that take place?

5) Finally, they hope to rent a car and drive up to Cape Breton..Can anyone recommend a good route ..and what they might wish to see? They are hoping to drive for no more than 3 hours at a time..Where might they stop..on their way?

I realize the list is awfully long, but
any help would be much appreciated..
Tried to read through the reviews..but they are a bit overwhelming..
THANKS!
Cheers!

Hey everyone - I will be in Halifax as part of a cruise and only have about 6 hours to explore. I am definetly going to the Martime Museum, and would also like to see the Titanic Graveyards, but cant seem to find an exact location for them or how to get there from the Museum.
Correct me if I am wrong, but I can walk from the Cruise Terminal to the Museum, but then how would anyone suggest I get to the graveyards?

Any advice would be appreciated!

Thanks,
Carey

Visiting in August. Wondering what the good places are to catch some good rock/alternative or Maritime music? Preferably near the downtown. Thanks.

They are traveling from Indiana.

1) Is it best to fly or drive?

2) Are car rentals a problem?

3) Where are good day trips from the city and places to stay there?

Thanks!