One thing no one prepares you about moving across the globe is leaving your friends, your tribe behind, and the worst case scenario is not having people to up and go on trips with, i mean don’t get me wrong i was lucky enough to move, settle in and make a good community of people and i am grateful for them. However the like hood of one to up and go is less likely, people have responsibilities especially with relocating that’s already an expense on its own, being a student and going back to school is the icing on top and finally the timing, it is really rare to align between school, responsibilities, some having work and families, and alas that is how i ended up on a solo trip to HALIFAX on a student friendly budget but an adventure waiting to happen.
Halifax was one of the many places on my list of places I wanted to visit. At one point I and a friend planned it but it never really worked out so this time around I thought before summer ended this was a trip I needed to make. Like everyone i started off searching ” things to do in halifax” and narrowing it down to realistic ideas and affordable ones too. Here are a few ins and outs i came out with
Get a city pass, it could be a day, two days or three worth of activities, https://www.experiencepass.ca/ i had time narrowing down where i would like to go and also choosing places close enough since i had a short stay. Coming across the experience, the Halifax website solved all the where and what of things, i got to pay a decent amount to be able to do some of the most anticipated activities hands down. The website had a variety of places to visit including different kinds of museums, art gallery, Citadel national historic site, HMCS Sackville, Amos Pewter, George Island and many more.
I decided on a few and made an Itinerary
Waterfront
The views, the water, the boat, the restaurants, the people, the breeze oh i loved every bit of it. In a way it reminded me of home, it was calm, they played good music, people danced by the water, it was beautiful, I would recommend a trip here if anything just appreciate the peace that comes with it.
Art gallery of Nova Scotia
Okay i am such a lover of art galleries not to say that i am an art enthusiast i doubt i know better than the next person however i have always loved the galleries, seeing peoples talent and passion displayed that way is always mind blowing, there is so much that goes into creating that i truly appreciate and envy. So whenever I have a chance I love to visit an art gallery and this one was worth the visit. There was so much work from everywhere and mainly local artists, it was beautiful to see, I would definitely recommend a visit whenever you are in the area
Maritime Museum of Atlantic
Now this was something of a highlight for me, i had visited the Resurgo Place in Moncton and it was interesting to see the history and growth of the transportation discovery, and so this added to that. To see how the maritime industry has since evolved, developed and grown over the centuries was such a wow factor. My favourite part was the Titanic exhibition of course. Just knowing that I was in the area where one of the lighthouses was involved felt like being between rose and jack , “hey if you know you know”. I would vouch for this museum anyday, it’s such a highlight.
Peggys Cove
I was saving the best for last but who am i? I am writing this piece almost a year after i traveled and even now i can feel the way i felt in the present moment. Peggys Cove was a dream, i loved it ever so much, for one i had received postcards long time ago from my dad and some where lighthouses all over the world and i remember seeing Peggys cove in them, i also read in several novels about the village and the lighthouse and to be there in same village i have read of just warmed my heart. The feeling is one I will never be able to word. It was so beautiful, the people were warm and friendly, the views were everything. If you have one day in Halifax I would say it is worth spending it in Peggys Cove.
Yacht party & Night life
Inserts “minister of enjoyment, intercontinental, monumental….” if you cant relate then go listen to Laho-Shalli popi, So as we all know me and enjoyment go together real bad, and the best way to windup my trip was this yacht party. Initially i was going to joining a sail ship but i run late and then this was an options nd i thought why not? So here we were in a yacht full of strangers and me. A few drinks on a yacht and beautiful views later, the music was banging the dj understood the assignment, i danced and met a few good souls out on solo trips and it was a memorable yacht experience that of course followed up with exploring and experiencing the Halifax nightlife, being that you travel solo you are more aware and don’t let yourself too loose but that never stopped the fun i won’t lie.
While i was lucky to do all the things i managed to squeeze in 2 nights three days, i also had a few things I didn’t get to do, but I would have given the chance such as The tallman Cruise, Wine tasting, explore the beaches, visit George island and many more, there is always a next time and i might tick these off
The one thing I also would choose differently is my accommodation preferences. Air bnb has always come to the rescue as compared to hotels and the like not only is it affordable but also there is an easiness and homelike nature with it, i would admit that this pick was not the best one out there, i didn’t want to be so alone but also hotels seemed like such a reach and so i opted for this, the location was great so i can get an uber for a few minute into everywhere i needed to visit and especially since we all know i wanted to explore the night life. I was already anxious and scared enough to travel alone so this was the best bet
Overall one of my best experiences hands down, I would recommend and even solo. While i am certain that I am more of a group traveler, I believe if things do not align with others don’t stop your joy, book a flight, bus, train, plan a trip and pack your bags, adventure waits for no one and you can always meet other solo travelers.
Until next time, bissou bissou.
catracarol 