Nancie, Author at Travelers Sandbox

AirBnB Moncton: A Fabulous Find

Nancie — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 01:48:50 +0000

Update January 13, 2020: Nightly price is still accurate. AirBnB is often my go to accommodation provider, and I wasn’t disappointed when I searched AirBnB Moncton. I was attending Blog Jam 2018, and I wanted affordable accommodation close to the downtown core. My basic criteria was close to downtown, under $50.00/night, reasonable cleaning fees, clean, […]

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The Kilted Chef Delivers a Seafood Boil-Up

Nancie — Fri, 24 Aug 2018 12:58:40 +0000

The Kilted Chef, Alain Boose, in conjunction with Parks Canada at Kejimkujik National Seaside Park, recently hosted Savour the Seaside. The hero of the lunchtime event was a Nova Scotia seafood boil-up featuring fresh seafood caught off the coast of Nova Scotia. The two-hour drive to Keji Seaside was uneventful, and we arrived well in time for […]

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Leslie Erickson Art Gallery: A Haven for Art Lovers in Downtown Annapolis Royal

Nancie — Sun, 22 Jul 2018 16:59:07 +0000

Leslie Erickson is the face behind the Leslie Erickson Art Gallery, nestled on a quiet side street in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia. A while back Leslie and I discovered we both have a strong bond with Asia, having spent approximately 18 years living and working there (me in Korea; Leslie in Japan.) After visiting her […]

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Nova Scotia: Port-Royal National Historic Site

Nancie — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 11:31:22 +0000

Port-Royal, a National Historic Site, and a member of the Parks Canada network opened its doors for the season a few weeks ago. I was lucky enough to visit on a warm, sunny, cloud-free afternoon. Welcome to week 373 (6/21/2018) of Travel Photo Thursday. Join me as I take you on a photo tour of […]

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Cuisine Worth Driving for at La Cuisine Robicheau, Saulnierville, Nova Scotia

Nancie — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 22:43:22 +0000

Saulnierville, Nova Scotia is home to Restaurant La Cuisine Robicheau, where you can dine on fresh local seafood and Acadian cuisine. Welcome to week 372 (6/7/2018) of Travel Photo Thursday. Join me this week as I tantalize your taste buds on the French Shore of Nova Scotia. Did you know that Nova Scotia has a […]

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Six Iceland Experiences Not to be Missed

Nancie — Sat, 02 Jun 2018 14:32:01 +0000

Iceland, with a population of less than 350,000, is smaller than my hometown and covers only 40,000 square miles. Mind boggling, right? Although it’s the most sparsely populated country in Europe, Iceland offers a diverse and amazingly beautiful terrain. You’ll experience sheep (lots and lots of them), the northern lights, rugged mountain vistas, imposing waterfalls, volcanoes with […]

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May in Historic Annapolis Royal: A Photo Essay

Nancie — Thu, 31 May 2018 18:57:48 +0000

May in historic Annapolis Royal has been nothing short of awesome. We’ve had sun, sun, and more sun, and the spring flowers have loved the temperatures. Welcome to Week 371 (5/31/2018) of Travel Photo Thursday. Enjoy a few of my favourite May photos captured with my iPhone. To join in the Travel Photo Thursday fun […]

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A Walk Through Historic Downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia

Nancie — Tue, 29 May 2018 10:22:13 +0000

Downtown Halifax Many international travelers to Nova Scotia arrive via air and their first order of business is to clear Canadian customs. It’s a good idea to have your eta Canada organized before you travel. Then it’s off to Halifax, the province’s capital, and named one of the top 10 global destinations by Tripadvisor in 2018. Founded […]

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Annapolis Valley: Apple Blossom Magic

Nancie — Thu, 24 May 2018 19:53:46 +0000

Apple blossom magic is happening this month in Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley. Welcome to Week 370 (5/24/2018) of Travel Photo Thursday. I’ve had a week of unexpected adventures (all good), so today’s post is going to be a quick one. I want to share some shots of the apple blossoms here in Annapolis Royal. In fact, […]

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Spain Photos: Memories of Madrid, Toledo, and Segovia

Nancie — Tue, 22 May 2018 21:41:06 +0000

Spain Photos Updated May 22, 2018 Browsing Spain photos from my 2012 adventures in Spain is a great way to pass a dreary wet, cold week in Nova Scotia. Welcome to week 352 (12/7/2017) of Travel Photo Thursday. This week I’m sharing some of my most loved Spain photos. Join me on an eclectic visit […]

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