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Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia, Celebrates its 200th Anniversary this Summer

Jeanine Buckley at Peggy's Cove

This summer, join the locals in celebrating 200 years of existence at Peggy’s Cove. Activities will include the Peggy’s Cove Art Festival, (July 1-14), and the Fishing Derby, (August 20-21), to name a couple.

A cross between the fishing village of Gloucester and the picturesque Rockport, Peggy’s Cove is Nova Scotia’s second UNESCO world heritage site. Only 46 inhabitants actually live in the village; however, they receive over 750,000 visitors every year! The most popular tourist attraction in Atlantic Canada, Peggy’s Cove is a favorite hub for artists and writers.

Named after the sole survivor of a shipwreck, Peggy was either a young girl or woman who eventually married a local, becoming Peggy of the Cove, which was later shortened to Peggy’s Cove.

Yarmouth Celebrates its 250th Birthday All Year Long

Yarmouth is also celebrating its 250th Birthday and has big festivities planned all year long. From a commemorative 250 Rum made by Ironworks Distillery, to a special 250 Vintage made by Annapolis Highlands Vineyards, Yarmouth is throwing a year-long party to celebrate its unique history.

Gourmet S’mores at White Point Beach Resort

gourmet s'mores

If you’re looking for rustic luxury, White Point Beach Resort is where to find it. An open fire pit on the beach is the perfect place for gourmet s’mores, campfire songs, or a tranquil walk along the beach. Picnic benches dot the perimeter of the beach for a spontaneous picnic. Guests can opt to stay at the historic lodge, in oceanfront log cabins or beach-view cottages set further back.

A cross between Pebble Beach, CA and Mount Desert Island, ME, stunning vistas can be seen from any vantage point at the resort. How much sand is on the beach depends on the season; sand gets washed out to sea during the fall, then slowly comes back during the spring, usually the sand reappears just in time for summer.

Atlantica Hotel & Oak Island Marina, A Yachter’s Paradise

Oak Island, according to legend, is where 2 million pounds of treasure is buried. However, treasure hunters must dream of treasure from across the harbor, as access is forbidden to even the most determined of excavators.

Instead, you can discover your own treasure at the 4-star Oak Island Marina, Canada’s first resort, spa and conference center. With 105 guestrooms, 13 oceanfront chalets, and new seaside villa, you can have your pick of oceanfront luxury year-round.

With its own private marina, 41 seasonal berths and 4 moorings are available, so yachters can sail in and out from various New England and Atlantic Canada destinations.  Or it’s a quick 45-minute drive from Halifax; it’s easy to get to, any way you get there.

Whether you fly in, sail in, or drive in, southern Nova Scotia, has so much to offer. Especially with all the celebrations this year, why wait? After all, Nova Scotia is Canada’s Ocean Playground!