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Nova Scotia, Canada, Photography Tour |
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July 31st to August 8th, 2021
8 nights/9 inclusive days | Maximum of 6 participants, and a minimum
of 3 participants
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Photography
Tour Overview: Tucked away in the northeast corner of Canada is the
maritime province of Nova Scotia . . . the ‘new Scotland’ as it were. In one
sense time has stood still here, which lends itself to intriguing photography.
It’s a land of one quaint fishing harbor after another, plus photo diversions
such as the French Fort Louisbourg, and the Scottish folk village of Iona.
Lighthouses dot the coast of which Peggy’s Cove lighthouse is the most
photographed. This photo tour will also include the coastal spectacle of the
Cape Breton Highlands, plus a Whale watching/photographing trip. We'll take
another boat trip to photograph the likes of Seals, Bald Eagles, Cormorant,
Gannet, and Kittiwake. Europeans sailing west over the centuries fought hard
over this distinct province in eastern Canada, but today all is harmony and the
photography outstanding. We hope you'll join us on our Nova Scotia photo tour.
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Our
itinerary . . .
But first things first! We suggest that you set your camera's clock to the local time, as your images will then synchronize with the times in our included photo tour
field notes.
Day 1
| Halifax Citadel and Peggy's Cove We kick off our Nova Scotia photo tour with the included
lunch, plus a digital orientation of images you'll shoot during the next nine
days. We start the photography at the historic Citadel that overlooks Halifax.
The fort was established by the British in 1856, and the pictures here will
include close-ups of Scottish regaled guards. We shall then head for Peggy's
Cove via detours to quaint fishing villages. We'll check into our accommodations
prior to dinner and late light shooting at Peggy's Cove.
Near Peggy's Cove, 1 night
Days 2, 3, 4
+ 5 | Cape Breton Island
We'll return to Peggy's Cove at dawn, and following breakfast and check-out
we'll head for Cape Breton Island. We'll take the fast track to put the miles
behind us, but make short detours for various photo ops. On to Cape Breton
Island via the Canso Causeway, the deepest causeway on the planet. Last light on
the shoreline of Bras D’or lake.
On days 3, 4 and 5 we’ll make sunrise runs, with one day dedicated to a trip to
Bird Islands where you can photograph the Gray Seal, Cormorant, Gannet,
Kittiwake and hopefully Bald Eagle. Another day will be taken up with the
historic folk villages of Iona [Scottish] and Fort Louisbourg [French] plus much
more besides. The third day will see us heading northwards into Cape Breton
Highlands National Park. We'll make detours for photogenic spots, then the small
fishing community of Bay St. Lawrence will be our jumping off point to see large
marine mammals out in the body of water of the same name. Species often visible
at this time of year include Minke, Pilot and Fin Whales, plus Porpoise and
Dolphin. Then southwards via a waterfall into Cape Breton Highlands National
Park. As we go we’ll be on the lookout for Moose that lope around the higher
elevations through which we’ll pass. The highway that winds it’s way along the
coastline at Cap Rouge [Red Cape] has been well photographed, and it’ll be your
turn today. On via photo stops including the French Acadian community of
Cheticamp. We’ll also be photographing the late light on the Bras D’or lakes
during our time on Cape Breton.
Baddeck, 4 nights
Day 6
| Cape Breton Highlands National Park to Pictou
One last look at the early light on Bras D'or where Kingfishers are often
seen fishing. Our route to Pictou will take us back to the west coast of Cape
Breton Island, and we'll explore the most photogenic coastal communities that
lie between Mabou and the Canso Causeway. Back to the Nova Scotia mainland, and
on to Pictou where the Scots originally landed in 1773 to create this 'new
Scotland'. Dinner on the harbour, and twilight shots at the Hector Heritage Quay
where a replica of the boat that landed in 1773 is anchored.
Pictou, 1 night
Days 7 + 8 | Mahone Bay and Lunenberg
Following early light shooting at a harbour near Pictou, we'll take breakfast,
check-out and head for a remote church on the edge of a forest which Scots
established when settling the area. Vistas from nearby Green Hill will follow,
as will a detour for another waterfall as we head for our hotel near Halifax for
early check-in. After a short break we'll head out to a nearby picturesque
fishing community.
On day 8 we'll fast-track southwards and spend the day photographing the
communities that lie between Mahone Bay and the Blue Rocks area. Should the
Peggy's Cove photography at the start of the trip have been affected by bad
weather, we'll have the option of making our way back there for the last light
today. The included dinner on the last night of our photography tour will feature an 'It's You!' presentation of clients in action by John.
Near Halifax, 2 nights
Day 9
| Departure day
As there isn't any photography scheduled for the day of departure, your flight home can be arranged for any time today.
Photo Tour
Photographer/Leader: John Baker, Travel Images
Photography Tours
The preceding itinerary is a copyrighted work by John Baker Photographer LLC,
and Travel Images Photography Tours
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Enhancing Your Photography Skills
Describing the assistance you'll receive on one of our photography tours takes more than a few words, so for greater detail please go
here.
Exertion level: This
photography tour is classified as 'non strenuous' to 'mildly strenuous'
A majority of images are found in close proximity to
our vehicle
In every other respect this photography tour is considered non-strenuous to mildly strenuous
Do you need a Visa for travel to Canada?
Travelers from all countries can do a quick check of visa requirements
here or
here
Our
international clients may need to contact the embassy of their intended
destination in their own country for a visa. Go
here or here
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Photography Tour Cost, the Fine Details and Enrollment
Trip Cost: $3,984 USD per person not including airfare. A 5% discount is
applied to all double occupancies. A single room supplement is required for
single occupancy
Single Supplement: 14% of the base cost of the trip
The deposit for this photography tour is $300. Make a deposit, or your full trip balance
here
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Included in the Trip Cost: The following items are included in the trip cost
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Photography instruction
throughout the trip by John
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All accommodations with private facilities [en-suite]
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All breakfasts
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Lunch on day one of the trip
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Dinner on the last night of
the trip
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On-vehicle snacks and bottled
water
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All ground transportation
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Airport pick-up on day 1, and
drop-off on departure day. Arrival prior to day 1 is not included
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Entrance fees for sites and
activities listed below under ‘Admissions Included’
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Following the trip, field
notes describing the time, place and subject of each photo stop, and a disc containing images of clients 'in action' on the trip
Not Included in the Trip Cost: The costs for these items are the
responsibility of each participant . . .
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Airfare
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Travel costs between your home
and the gateway airport and return
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Any transportation or travel
costs incurred prior to or after the tour’s inclusive dates
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Pre-tour and/or post-tour
accommodation
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Lunches and dinners except for
lunch on day one of the trip, and dinner on the last night of the
trip
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Alcoholic beverages
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Entrance fees or costs related
to optional sites or activities not included in the itinerary
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Baggage fees
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Medical expenses
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Personal items such as the
hotel mini-bar, laundry etcetera
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Incidental charges incurred at
our accommodations such as movie rentals, internet and phone
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Travel insurance
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Passport or visa expenses
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Airport departure taxes, if applicable
Admissions Included in the Trip Cost:
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Halifax Citadel
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Iona, Scottish highland village
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The French Fort Louisbourg
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Boat trip around Bird Islands
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Whale watching trip
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Phone: 208-559-8248 |
Postal: Travel Images, P.O. Box 939, Middleton, Idaho 83644-0939 |
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