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5) Summer Travel

Imagine: long, sandy beaches; cozy cottages and inns; babbling brooks and natural havens.  Ahhh... summer vacation!

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There is so much to see in Nova Scotia, in the Maritimes, and right here in Halifax.  Naturally, we’re going to encourage you to discover what’s in your own backyard first, rather than travel away from it.  But whether you stay close to home or not, here are some helpful hints for an earth-friendly vacation this summer:

  1. Take a “Staycation”
  2. Summer Take-out & Travel Refuse
  3. Local Cottages & Inns
  4. NS's Favourite Places
  5. Nearby Places to Travel for Fun
  6. CRUSISIS Everyday Environmentalist™ for Travel

1. Take a "Staycation"

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Written by Homegrown | 07 July 2009
Posted in 5) Summer Travel

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2. Summer Take-out & Travel Refuse

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Written by Homegrown | 07 July 2009
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Let’s face it, even for those of us who like to cook, summer is a time where it’s nice not to have to do ALL the cooking.  BBQ’ing is a good happy medium for a low-effort cooking approach outdoors on a sunny evening.

But sometimes, especially when you’re traveling or hosting, you just want someone else to do the cooking.  Here are a few tips to keep the planet and your travel mates more healthy; your trips running smoothly; and a list of healthy locally-owned restaurants to keep your guests and everyday cook happy too on the non-travel days!

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3. Local Cottages & Inns

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Written by Homegrown | 07 July 2009
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There is such a charm about Nova Scotia, and the Maritimes in general.  The array of local cottages, inns and resorts available is a perfect example of this warmth.  We’ve listed some of our favorites (below) that are surely worthy of your holidays, as well as a few key on-line resources to assist you in pairing down your search.

But if you prefer having nothing between you and nature other than the walls of your tent, be sure to check out our camping ideas in the Camping section of our Fun & Frolic theme.  And comb our beach suggestions in the Beaches section of our Summer Sizzlin’ theme.
We’ll leave you to the on-line specialists first, and then follow with our list of favorites you’ll definitely want to try!

1.    On-line Resources for Cottages, Inns & Resorts
2.    Halifax Area Favorites
3.    NS (Mainland) Favorites
4.    NS (Island/ Cape Breton) Favorites

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4. NS Favourite Places

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Written by Homegrown | 07 July 2009
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Wouldn’t it be great to get a sneak-peek at a place before you travel to it to be sure you like it?  Now you can for destinations within Nova Scotia.  There are actually a couple of options:

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5. Nearby Places to Travel for Fun

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Written by Homegrown | 07 July 2009
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Sometimes, you don’t need to travel far to see some really incredible places.  There are few pretty spectacular ones not far from Halifax, where you can travel for fun this summer.

Please note our “Summer Steadies” (below) for daily and weekly offerings this summer.  And be sure to also search the Summer Fun & Frolic section of our Summer Guide for more fun activities and attractions in Halifax.

So here’s how you can have fun (nearby) this summer:

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6. CRUSISIS Everyday Environmentalist for Travel

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Written by Homegrown | 07 July 2009
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If you’re looking for a roadmap for your summer travel, discoveries and lifestyle, the CRUSISIS Everyday Environmentalist™ for Summer, listed below can help point your decisions in the right direction.

You may also like to be inspired by our Everyday Heroes™ Near & Far (in the “Discoveries: World from the Eyes of a Child” theme, from our Summer Guide), or from our past seasonal guides to sustainable living.

And if you’re still looking for a little more guidance, you can also take our Green Bootcamp Challenge and/or ponder past guide dissertations such as:

•    Spring Into Action: Shed That Winter Cloak! (Spring Guide ‘09)
•    Let’s Talk Turkey (Winter Guide ’09)
•    Reflect & Resolve Ourselves! (Holiday Guide ’09)

And now, without further due, this summer’s CRUSISIS Everyday Environmentalist™ for Travel:

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