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PHOTOS: DISCOVER HALIFAX | RIAZ OOZEER/DISCOVER HALIFAX | ANTWON CHRISTIAN/@LIPHEFOTOS | ANTWON CHRISTIAN/@LIPHEFOTOS
LET THE GAMES BEGIN
10th North American Indigenous Games (NAIG), July 15-23. Get ready to see star Indigenous athletes from across Turtle Island (North America) in this eight-day competition taking place across Kjipuktuk (Halifax) and neighbouring locales. naig2023.com
#2 TAKE A HIKE
Halifax and the surrounding area offer a variety of hiking trails for all skill levels with diverse terrain and natural beauty at every turn.
For a peaceful and scenic escape from the city, the Salt Marsh Trail is a must-visit destination for any nature lover. A nine-kilometre trail located about 30 minutes from downtown, the trail is flat and well-maintained, ideal for a leisurely stroll or a bike ride and making it accessible to all skill levels, including families with young children and those with mobility issues.
For another local favourite, Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park is just 20 minutes from downtown. Near the half-moon-shaped span of sand, you can enjoy the crashing wave soundtrack and 10 kilometres of beautiful, rugged coastal hiking trails.
#3 FOODIE FIX
Halifax has a diverse food scene known for fresh seafood and international cuisine. Local favourites include traditional seafood dishes like fish and chips and seafood chowder, as well as an explosion of new international options like Korean and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Some of the top restaurants in Halifax include The Bicycle Thief, a waterfront Italian eatery, 2 Doors Down, a modern pub with local ingredi- ents, and EDNA, a farm-to-table restaurant with a rotating menu. For coffee, try PAVIA Gallery Espresso Bar and Café, and for craft beer, visit Pro- peller Brewing Company or Stillwell.
#4 AT THE BEACH
Surfers and beachgoers unite in the Eastern Shore region. If you’ve never ridden a wave but are eager to give surfing a try, check out Lawrencetown Beach or Martinique Beach. Both feature beginner-friendly swells and surf schools where you can rent gear or book a lesson before surfing solo.
A dependable family favourite is Rainbow Haven Beach, just a 25- minute drive from downtown. This beach has public amenities, parking and a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk. Between hiking, swimming, sun- bathing and sandcastle crafting, outdoor enthusiasts will lose track of time, and feel the mind-clearing power that comes from a day breathing in the fresh sea air. DS
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TRAVEL PLANNER
For more Halifax trip planning, visit discoverhalifax.ca
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