Nova Scotia

DVD. Vista Point. 26 Minutes. Halifax is part of Canada's federal state of Nova Scotia. The peninsula has a population of 333,000 and it is the country's oldest British settlement yet has managed to retain all the charm and tranquillity of a small town. After Sydney, Halifax has the second largest harbour in the world and is one of the region's few harbours that is free from ice throughout the year. Lobsters, oysters, mussels and fish soup are but a few of the menu items that appear in the seafood restaurants of the Atlantic District. The Maritime Museum covers the history of the fishing industry on Canada's Atlantic coastline and also the history of navigation. Boats and small models illustrate the development of ship-building and include great seafarers and many remarkable exhibits. In 1917 two ships collided in Halifax Harbour. This led to an explosion that destroyed half the city when two thousand people perished and nine thousand were injured. In April 1912 the loss of the supposedly unsinkable passenger ship, the Titanic, was caused to its collision with an iceberg and it was from Halifax that the rescue ships embarked. The famous train, The Ocean, embarks from close to the harbour and its impressive stainless steel carriages date back to the 1950's. Halifax is an historic city set in a country with a vast and amazing landscape, a flamboyant metropolis that unites the past with the present day.

Travel Video. DVD. Exploring. Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia is the tiny rough cut jewel of Canada's eastern seaboard. From red clay sands and towering coastal cliffs to rolling hills reminiscent of the Scottish Highlands, this place has a strong natural pull year-round for anyone seeking beauty and solitude. In early October, tourists have left for the season, skies are promising rain, and the E-Z Flyer takes on some of its wildest coastal winds yet. Rainy day experts, the local community steps in with their laid back philosophy of fun, extending an open invitation to experience their beautiful backyard. To all who live here, and leave here, Cape Breton Island is Canada's best kept secret. Discover the majesty of the Cape Breton Highlands Take the stage at the Legion on a Saturday night Climb aboard for the first open cockpit flight over wild coastal cliffs Explore the giant tidal masterpieces of the Hopewell Rocks Experience nature's solitude at sea level on a kayaking excursion Meet the friendly locals who let you land in their backyard From the aerial view to the human perspective, Exploring Horizons travels off the beaten path to the remote corners of the world and finds those places where civilization moved in without taking over. Three stunning seasons cover a cross section of culture, adventure and amazing places that make up our global village.

Travel Video. DVD. Exploring. This stretch of Nova Scotia's Bay of Fundy has the distinction of possessing the highest tides in the world. Twice a day, the tides rise at a rate of 10 feet per hour to reach a depth of 60 feet and all aspects of life here run according to their power. High tide is the time when Lobster fishermen haul their catch, and tidal winds give the E-Z Flyer freedom to soar on the air current. From far above the towering cliffs of shining Cape D'Or, to a local community that welcomes visitors and ultralights with friendly east coast curiosity, this show moves to the rhythm of the tides. Find out why flying in the E-Z is like "swimming with nothing on" Learn the legends of the highest tides in the world Discover buried secrets at the Joggins Fossil Cliffs Cruise into magic hour over shining Cape D'Or New party tricks! How to put a lobster to sleep Join the locals and groove to the rhythm on the dance floor From the aerial view to the human perspective, Exploring Horizons travels off the beaten path to the remote corners of the world and finds those places where civilization moved in without taking over. Three stunning seasons cover a cross section of culture, adventure and amazing places that make up our global village.