All Nova Scotia Content

• Save Money With Repositioning Cruises
  April 27, 2010 12:00 am
  Spring and fall mean transitioning wardrobes—and repositioning ships. See several world regions on one of these sailings, at cheaper per-diem rates than "regular" cruises. read more
• Top 10 Fall Vacation Deals for Under $700
  October 7, 2009 2:47 pm
  The Deal Detective shakes down her sources to uncover the season's best fall offerings. Destinations include the Caribbean, Vienna, Italy, Hawaii, and more. read more
• Alternative Beach Accommodations For Extraordinary Trips
  February 11, 2008 12:00 am
  Here are several different ways to be close to the water without sacrificing your overall needs. From camping to sleeping under the sea, there's something for everyone who loves the water. read more
• Ten great cultural travel bargains for 2007
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  From cooking vacations and folk arts classes to language-immersion programs and visits with indigenous tribes, there are now more ways than ever to get in touch with new cultures or reconnect with your own heritage while on vacation. read more
• Early booking discount on CAT ferry to Canada
  May 11, 2009 11:40 am
  With stricter passport requirements now in effect, getting into Canada may not seem worth the hassle for some travelers. There is a way around these regulations, however, and its name is the CAT ferry. read more
• Eight islands you can't miss
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  With so many great islands out there, how do you find the destination that's right for you? It's impossible to write a single article that will help everyone find what they're looking for, but, after thorough research, we've chosen to spotlight eight island destinations that are worth considering for your next trip. read more
• Fall foliage report: Atlantic Canada
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  New England dominates the popular imagination when it comes to the vivid colors of fall, but Canada's provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island offer the same vivid colors, plus prices that drop by up to 35 percent in fall and a U.S. dollar that goes farther. read more
• Nova Scotia now easier to reach, affordable too
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  The Cat, a high-speed catamaran, will begin nonstop ferry service between Portland, Maine, and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, on May 26. Previously, The Cat departed solely out of Bar Harbor, Maine, but will now divide its departure days between the two cities through October 16. read more
• Nova Scotia's festivals flourish in August
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  This August, it's possible to save on airfare and yet still enjoy the music, culture, and sea air of Scotland in Nova Scotia (New Scotland). Nova Scotia experiences its best weather of the year in late summer and offers much cheaper flights for U.S. visitors than its Old World counterpart. read more
• A weekend in Nova Scotia for a light price
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  When the majority of you <a href="http://www.smartertravel.com/advice/anne/advice.php?id=6504" target="_blank">voted</a> for Nova Scotia/Prince Edward Island for my July escape, I admit that I was a little nervous. Could I really visit this remote locale for under $500, especially during the peak summer tourist months? However, to my delight, finding affordability and availability was a breeze. read more
• Closer and cheaper: Alternatives to far-away destinations
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  There are many destinations in North America that mirror those abroad, offering the opportunity to explore different cultures and landscapes, without the long, expensive flights and uncertainties of world travel. read more