Motorhome Rentals Halifax International Airport

Halifax International Airport

Handling in excess of three million passengers annually, Halifax Intl Airport is one of Canada's busiest international gateways and has flight arrivals from Europe and North America. The airport is around 30kms north of Halifax. Renting a vehicle when you arrive is an easy way of getting to other locations in Nova Scotia.

Hiring an RV is another comfortable means of getting to grips with all that Nova Scotia has to offer. Cape Breton Island is easily reached by following the Trans-Canada Highway across the Canso Strait Bridge. The terrain on the island is pristine and it is a pleasure to drive a campervan on uncongested roads here. A choice of RV campsites located in pastoral places give perfect locations to spend nights under the stars.

There are several historic citadels and diverse themed museums. Fort George is a hilltop landmark in Halifax. Between them, Spring Garden Road and Argyle Street feature an assortment of restaurants and speciality stores. The latter is noted for its live music venues. Several campgrounds close to the town allow visitors to enjoy its delights easily.

Attractions

Designed as a garden suburb a century ago, Hydrostone Market is a European themed lane of cafe's and curio shops. The market is in North End and just a few minutes' walk from the city's picturesque harbour, Fort George and several museums.

Fort George is Halifax's best known historic site. The 1850s complex contains an interesting museum with all manner of military exhibits and artefacts. An added bonus during summer is animators recreating scenes from the fort's heyday.

The interactive Discovery Centre provides fun for the whole family with features including live demonstrations of science and a digital planetarium. The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic is close by and is home to 20,000-plus maritime exhibits including unique small craft.

The marvellous landscapes and assorted wildlife at Cape Breton Highlands National Park make the trip worthwhile. Among the delights of the park are beaches, hiking trails, a golf course and RV sites in bucolic settings.

Camping

Riverland Campground is north of the airport and a convenient stopover for RV drivers heading in the direction of Cape Breton Island. Amusements for all groups and a swimming pool are among onsite amenities.

E&F Webber Lakeside Park is east along Marine Drive from Halifax. Full facilities with the added bonuses of a lakeside beach, and free use of canoes and pedal boats ensure you enjoy your holiday here.

Woodhaven Park Campground is closest to central Halifax and a favoured option for those wishing to enjoy its draws. Tall trees ensure it is cool on even the hottest days. Facilities include a camp shop, a swimming pool and a playground.

Driving

It is only 500kms from the west end of Nova Scotia to the tip of Cape Breton Island. Destinations in the province are not more than a few hours' drive apart. It is a pleasure driving rural routes here and even the motorways are wide enough to seem uncrowded. Keep a full tank of petrol and a supply of water if driving rural highways. Canada drives on the right and the blood alcohol limit for motorists is 0.08 per cent.

• Speed limits in towns: 60kph.
• State highways: 110kph.
• Help number: 911