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If your interested in old-world Nova Scotia, tour along the Eastern Shore through towns and villages where you’ll notice life has changed very little since the turn of the 20th century.  The tiny house and farm that comprise the Fisherman’s Life Museum in Jeddore, Oyster Ponds 37 miles east of Halifax was the home of a inshore fisherman, his wife and his 13 daughters around 1900.  Today this wonderful homestead is a living history museum which guides in period costumes, reenacting the simple daily life of an inshore fishing family, still in the heard of Nova Scotia culture.  Visitors who arrive around lunch time will be offered to share a cooked lunch over a woodburning stove.   They are also demonstrations such as rug-hooking, quilting and knitting, and visitors can also tour the fishing stage where the salted fish were stored.

OLYMPIC PARK

Olympic Park was designed for the 1976 Olympic Games, showpieces several stunning modern buildings.  Roger Taillibert a Paris architect created the stadium, known to many Montrealers as “The Big Owe,” meaning not only the $695 million in cost to build but also the round shape of the building.  The 56,000 seat stadium provides an excellent venue for concerts by international stars, major league baseball games, and big exhibitions offering a modern attraction in this historic city.  Arching up the side of the stadium offering extremely fine views is the Montreal Tower. Olympic Park is an exceptional tourist attraction which can be toured fully during the day.  Another popular way to visit Olympic Park is to enjoy a concert or a
ballgame.

THE MONTREAL BIODOME

The Montreal Biodome is an oasis in the heart of the city, that allows visitors to walk through recreations of four of the most beautiful ecosystems found in the Americas.

The Tropical Forest is a replica of the South American rainforest, the Laurentian Forest is a replica of the North American wilderness, the Saint Lawrence Marine Eco-system is an estuary habitat modeled on the Gulf of Saint Lawrence and a polar area that is divided into Arctic and Antarctic.  All of the these exhibits are housed inside the velodrome which was first used for the 1976 Summer Olympics.  A variety of animals live in each simulated habitat, ranging from the macaws in the Tropical Forest, to the lynx in the Laurentian
Forest, to the penguins in the Antarctic and the different kinds of fish that inhabit the waters of the Saint Lawrence River.  This is one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions you won’t want to miss.

Plan your trip to Montreal first by checking what’s going on at the Le Centre Bell in Montreal. Pickup some tickets for an NHL game, venue or one of the concerts.  Hotels near Le Centre Bell.

Most of downtown Vancouver is surrounded by water with a very comprehensive transpiration system which includes SeaBus, bus, light-rail line and skyTrain.  The Seabus runs between Lonsdale Quay in North Vancouver and Waterfront Station downtown.

Discover Vancouver’s Chinatown which is older than the city itself.   Declared an historic area in 1970, Chinatown has restored many of its notable houses with their elaborately decorated roofs and covered balconies.  The main drag, Pender Street, is the best place to view the architectural details.

Science World overlooks the waters of False Creek, near Main Street Railway Station.   It’s fun for the whole family while you experience the range of hands-on exhibits including: blowing square bubbles, wandering through the inside of a camera and playing with magnetic liquids.

Vancouver Art Gallery houses an impressive assortment of historic and modern Canadian art.   The gallery houses the largest collection of famous Canadian artist Emily Carr.

The Maritime Museum celebrating Vancouver’s history as a port and trading center.    The museum houses the St. Roch Schooner which is on permanent display.  The ship was the first of it’s kind to navigate the Northwest Passage in both directions.

Before you plan your trip to Vancouver check the schedule of what is taking place in General Motors Place.   Hotels near GM Place Vancouver.

Throughout the 19th century, Yonge Street was the commercial focus of Toronto, lined with scores of shops and suppliers.   It also separated the city ethnically.  In 1964, with the building of the new City Hall and Nathan Phillips Squire just across form Old City Hall, Toronto’s center of gravity shifted to Queen Street.  South of Queen Street lay the banking district where old Victorian Buildings were replaced from the 1960s onward by gleaming concrete-and-glass tower blocks.  The re-invigorated Harbourfront, with its yachts and cafes, provides light relief from the busy atmosphere.  Yonge Street is now best known for the Easton Centre emporium, one of the world’s biggest malls.  Toronto Downtown Hotels

Visit the Art Gallery of Ontario with exhibits ranging from the 14th to the 21st centuries.   Check out the Campbell’s House, Old City Hall and Chinatown which offers a bewildering variety of Chinese delicacies and at night bright neon signs advertise dozens of delicious restaurants.    Before you leave Toronto you may want to find out wants going on at the Air Canada Centre.  Hotels near Air Canada Centre. 

Ottawa Ontario

Many of the top sights can be easily accessed on foot.  Traveling south through the city, the Rideau Canal is Ottawa’s recreation ground year round, from boating and strolling during summer to skating across its icy surface in the freezing winter months.   Visit the Parliament Buildings and the changing of the guard takes place outside daily in July and August.  The spectacular ceremony adds to the grandeur of this seat of government.  

A short distance from the Parliament Buildings is the National Gallery with over 25,000 artworks, this is the country’s premier collection of the fine arts housed in an outstanding 1988 granite building.  Close by is the Royal Canadian Mint which produces special editions, investment pieces and 70% of the country’s gold.  Next to the Mint is the Canadian War Museum which houses Canada’s largest collection of militarie and war art, focusing on World Wars 1 and 11.  Before leaving Ottawa check out any special events or take in a NHL hockey game at the Scotiabank Place.   Hotels near Scotiabank Place Ottawa.

Over 250,000 lakes and 35,000 km of waterways in Ontario make this the most accessible canoeing destination.  Rivers and lakes making up more than 25,000 km of canoe routes run through the Algonquin, Killarney, and Quebec Parks.  The Rideau Canal, which travels 190 km from Ottawa to Kingston is a favorite route through the province, taking in the capital, tiny islands near the historic town of Kingston.The Canal connects with the

St. Lawrence Seaway,  the world’s largest draft inland waterway.  It’s important to remember smaller watercrafts must give way for the larger vessels and tankers.

Downtown Edmonton area is centered on Jasper Avenue and Sir Winston Churchill Square, where modern glass high-rises sit among shops and restaurants.  Without doubt the main attraction is West Edmonton Mall.    Downtown Edmonton also houses one of Alberta’s oldest buildings, the delightful Alberta Legislature, which was opened in 1919.  Overlooking the river, on the site of the old Fort Edmonton, the building has beautifully landscaped grounds filled with fountains.   Downtown is close to the Rexall Place with NHL hockey, concerts and large venues.  Hotels near Rexall Place.

South of the downtown, Fort Edmonton Park re-creates the original Hudson’s Bay Company fort with reconstructions of street areas in 1885 and 1920.  Here visitors can experience past times, wandering around original shops and businesses, as well as taking rides on a horse-drawn wagon, steam train and street car.

Halifax with its gleaming waterfront, pretty parks, and unique blend of modern and historic architecture, Halifax is a romantic and fascinating small city.

It is an easy town to explore on foot, as many of the better museums, historic sites, shop and restaurants are located within the fairly contained historic core.

Downtown, leading west from Brunswick Street, is hilly and green, ideal for a leisurely walk to appreciate the old-style architecture. Citadell Hill offers excellent views of the town as it stretches out ove the water.

Check out hotels downtown Halifax and stay at the Marriott Halifax Harbourfront Green Hotel 1919, Upper Water Street. This waterfront hotel is connected to the excitement of Casino Nova Scotia at the luxurious Halifax Marriott Harbourfront.

With 352 rooms and 6 floors you will be situated in the heart of downtown, this extraordinary Casino Hotel Halifax is steps away from the city’s top attractions, including the Business District and World Trade & Convention Center.

This hotel features luxurious accommodations and an abundance of upscale amenities. Relax your body and restore your energy at the 5,000 sq. ft. Interlude Spa, providing a variety of refreshing and invigorating treatments. Indulge in exquisite fine dining at 44 North Restaurant highlighted by spectacular views of Halifax Harbour, or enjoy the lively atmosphere of Fife & Drum, a traditional Scottish Pub.

Marriott Halifax Harbourfront Features
Pets accepted
Family rooms
Fitness Center
Swimming pool
Wheelchair accessible
Business center
Restaurant
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Data port
Dry Cleaning/Laundry

Night on the town in Windsor Ontario

Caesars Windsor Casino Hotel defines modern luxury in the midst of timeless elegance. Step inside to discover the essence of indulgence, comfort, and luxury in these masterfully-appointed guestrooms and suites. Overlooking the Detroit skyline is the largest and most elegant convention resort and casino in Windsor Ontario.

Pamper yourself in the natural atrium fitness center with indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, and state-of-the-art fitness equipment. Enjoy a dinner in the culinary delights of Neros Steakhouse and other Windsor Ontario hotels restaurants. Be entertained with high-energy entertainment and action-packed gaming. The two hotel towers featuring 758 beautifully-designed guestrooms overlook the artistically manicured riverfront trails of the Windsor waterfront and Detroit Cosmopolitan skyline, complemented by a 100,000 sq ft state-of-the-art convention center.

The Windsor Casino Hotel services include: complimentary valet parking, full concierge service, and around-the-clock room service. All rooms are equipped with safes, refrigerators, separate shower and baths, 32-inch flat panel TVs, and high-speed Internet access.