Travel and Tourism Blog

Upon arrival, visitors are quick to note the lively and picturesque palette that is Dominica.  Its saturated colours are brilliant; vibrant and vivacious but never vulgar.  Mother nature is in full flourish.  Roadsides wield wildflowers, blanketed in  red, blue, white and yellow. The towns and villages are spirited, family homes dotting the landscape in bright greens, yellow, reds and varying shades of blue. Vivid too, are the well cared for fishing villages and boats, buoyantly brushed with character and charm. 

Pink fishing boats are, like Dominica’s inhabitants, distinctive! This is an island of individuals, daring to be different and taking pride in their island identity . Dominica is for the discerning traveler rather than the indiscriminate tourist; an prized gem   tucked away in time, where old-fashioned values last.  Read more about traveling in Dominica.

Interested in traveling and a study abroad in Canada experience? Nova Scotia is known as Canada’s seacoast because it is nearly surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean. A decision to study abroad here means you are not only seizing an opportunity to get one of the best educations the world offers but you are also choosing a cultural experience like no other. The province proudly boasts countless unspoiled beaches, awe-inspiring cliffs jutting into the ocean, and the highest tides in the world. Nova Scotia attracts millions of tourists to its historical landmarks, quaint towns and villages, and city life bursting with creative energy.

Consider a study abroad in Canada program with AdAstra. Our study abroad programs are in many Canadian Provinces including Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. As well as some of the most world-famous cities: Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal, and Halifax, among others. Our services not only comprise providing orientation and support until the student lands in Canada, our commitment goes beyond providing well-being to students and ease of mind to their family during their entire stay. Our staff is devoted to provide constant support and supervision to the students in Canada. We stay in touch with their families to help them resolve any situation that may arise.

Halifax Nova Scotia is hands down one of the most historic and beautiful cities in Canada. A Halifax group tour or day trip is a great way to explore this vibrant city if you only have a day or so. Stroll the waterfront, from the cruise ship terminal to the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, past the schooner Bluenose II and famous Privateer’s Warehouse in the Historic Properties to the Casino Nova Scotia. Climb the hill to the Halifax Citadel, a magnificent star fortress which has defended the port for over 250 years and thrill to the skirl of bagpipes and the musket drill of kilted red-coat soldiers.

Enjoy a summer’s afternoon in the Public Gardens, the oldest formal Victorian Garden in North America, and still leased from the Queen for one dollar per year. Take in some shopping on Spring Garden Rd, one of the best people watching venues anywhere.

All of this and more is available on one of Blue Diamond Tours exclusive small group shore excursions…

Visiting Nova Scotia? You owe it to yourself to get the outstanding Doers and Dreamers Guide. This publication from Nova Scotia Tourism has everything you need to start planning your trip to Nova Scotia. This Canadian province is simply incredible… natural beauty, history in spades, culture, great food and some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet. And of course there’s the Atlantic ocean… pretty much surrounding the province. It’s an isthmus, but at times can feel a bit like an island paradise. August along the Northumberland Strait and the “Brule Shore” is really special. I’ll be taking my famil back there soon…