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FAQs About Halifax

Is there something you would like to know about the great city of Halifax Nova Scotia? Read some of the frequently asked questions below, if they don't answer your question then send an email to us at info@destinationhalifax.com. 

 
question How many Cruise Lines will call on Halifax in 2008?
   answer More than 20 Cruise Lines will be calling on Halifax during the 2008 season, including industry giants, Carnival Corporation, Royal Caribbean International, Princess Cruises, Cunard and Norwegian Cruise Line. 2008 will see more than 215,000 cruise passengers visit Atlantic Canada's marquee Port of Call — Halifax. All passengers will be treated to an award winning welcome program featuring the Town Crier and world champion pipers & drummers of the 78th Highlander Regiment of the Halifax Citadel.

 
question Is there a ship buried in Citadel Hill?
   answer No, while the flag mast atop the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site may look like the top half of a ship, this is actually a signal mast that was once used to advise city residents about traffic in the harbour.

 
question What's the climate like in Halifax?
   answer Halifax enjoys the second warmest climate in Canada. It rarely suffers from extreme winter conditions and has pleasant summers that average temperatures in the mid to high 20s (80-90F).

 
question How many airlines fly into Halifax?
   answer More than 20 airlines fly into Halifax International Airport with daily direct flights to points in the United States, Europe, the Caribbean, and of course, across Canada.

 
question How big is Halifax Harbour?
   answer Halifax Harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. Depending on whether you consider volume or surface area it is either the largest natural harbour in the world or the second largest. Either way it's big.

 
question Does anyone live in the Peggy's Cove lighthouse?
   answer No, however, the light at Peggy's Cove does house the only post office in a working lighthouse.

 
question Are there any forts in Halifax?
   answer Yes, there are many historic fortifications around the Halifax Regional Municipality. In fact in the downtown core is found Halifax Citadel National Historic Site, the most visited national historic site in Canada.


 

 

 



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