With beautiful rolling hills and dramatic coastline, the Canadian province of Nova Scotia is a breathtaking vacation destination. Immerse yourself in its rich culture and vibrant arts scene, enjoy a bagpipe concert, or play world-class golf. And getting there can be easy and enjoyable—as well as part of the vacation experience.
Instead of spending hours on the road, simply walk or drive your car onto the cruise ferry Nova Star, and prepare for a smooth, relaxing journey. Sailing daily between Portland, Maine, and Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, from June 1 to October 13, 2015, Nova Star leaves Portland in the evening for an overnight voyage to Yarmouth and returns the next day with a daytime crossing.
A new vessel that comfortably accommodates up to 750 passengers, Nova Star is no old-fashioned ferryboat. Providing a unique and entertaining voyage, this ocean liner includes a casino, a duty-free retail store stocked with specialty goods from Nova Scotia merchants, a full-service spa, a children’s play area, and many more amenities.
Nova Star also offers dining options galore, including three restaurants and four bars. Enjoy seafood and other regional specialties from New England and Nova Scotia—complete with panoramic views of the Gulf of Maine. Share a fine dining experience in an intimate setting, enjoy a hearty feast at the buffet, or grab a quick sandwich to tide you over.
For the 2015 season, Nova Star Cruises has developed a robust schedule of events, entertainment, and on-board enrichment programs for passengers of all ages, showcasing interesting aspects of Nova Scotian culture, history, and attractions. This season’s lineup includes musicians and performers, hands-on arts and photography workshops, and the return of two popular experiences: the Nova Star Guest Chef Program, which features cooking demonstrations by Nova Scotian chefs and the Nova Star Wine Education Experience, showcasing varietals from Nova Scotia wineries.
Nova Star Cruises will also soon offer a series of turnkey vacation packages that combine ferry passage with lodging at partner properties in Nova Scotia. Nova Star discovery packages will range from a one-night stay in Yarmouth to weeklong tours that highlight all areas of the province, from the Acadian Shores all the way to Cape Breton Island.
Nova Star Cruises is also working with leading tourism operators to provide access to some of the region’s most popular activities, to make sure you get the most out of your vacation.
On every Nova Star cruise, you can choose from a variety of flexible pricing options. For the grandest experience, upgrade to a spacious owner’s suite or go easy on your budget by traveling midweek and during the saver seasons through the end of June and after Labor Day weekend. Travel is free for children under 14, while the youth fare for teenagers between 14 and 18 starts at $19 one way. The one-way fare for adults starts at $94 as does the cost for passenger vehicles up to 20 feet long. Motorcycles start at $64 one way.
Travel round-trip aboard Nova Star and automatically receive a 10 percent discount off passenger, cabin, and vehicle fares. To price your trip, you can use the quote wizard on the Nova Star Cruises website that allows you to enter your trip details and find out the exact price.
To make a reservation, call 866-864-6295 or visit, novastarcruises.com.