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Digby
The area was settled in 1783 by the United Empire Loyalists under the leadership of Sir Robert Digby.
The town became an important regional transportation centre in the 1890s with the arrival of the Dominion Atlantic Railway. Trains connected with a series of steamships such as the City of Monticello and later the SS Princess Helene.
Tourism has played an important role in Digby during the 20th century following the construction of a large resort on the town's outskirts named The Digby Pines. Built in 1905 and then purchased in 1917 by the Dominion Atlantic Railway, the resort provided a focal point to the local tourism industry. Continuously expanded, it was bought by the Government of Nova Scotia after the Dominion Atlantic sold its hotels.
Fishing has been an essential economic activity since the town's settlement. Digby's schooner fishery reached its peak in the early 1900s, documented by the famous Canadian historian and photographer Frederick William Wallace. In later years, trawlers, especially those harvesting scallops became the mainstay.
Digby's economy is still based largely on the fishing and tourism industries. The annual Scallop Days Festival brings the two industries together to showcase the town's history and heritage to the tourists. The festival offers a variety of themed activities for all ages, including scallop shucking contests, a parade, and an exhibition of local artists. Another attraction for the tourism industry is the annual Wharf Rat Rally which attracts mortorcycle enthusiasts from afar to enjoy a weekend of events. The area is also widely known for the enormous Bay of Fundy tides that sweep the coastline boasting some of the highest tides in the world. The town's history is preserved and interpeted by the Admiral Digby Museum, located in a historic home facing the harbour.
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Boardwalk Cafe and Suites2015-06-17
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Boardwalk Cafe and Suites in the heart of Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada has waterfront views, newly renovated accommodations with full amenities and private patio. Here homemade food delights and the menu offers exquisite seafood dishes including seafood chowder, seafood lasagna, lobster quiche, fish cakes and more, they also offer Maple Chicken curry, chicken pot pie, stir fries, ribs, vegetarian dishes and many more delectable servings. Choose from a modern suite or antique suite available year round, they are pet friendly, and come with kitchenettes, a coffee machine, microwave, living room, flat screen TV, dvd player and so much more, with decks overlooking the Annapolis Basin and Digby Scallop Fleet and Digby Marina. Come for a wonderful dining experience and enjoy all that they have to offer.READ MORE
Summers Country Inn2015-06-17
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Summers Country Inn is a truly unique place in the heart of Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offering a wide range of accommodation choices including beautiful and spacious rooms at the inn, as well as additional rooms in the annex to the inn all motel style with separate entrances and bed and breakfast options. They also have two private housekeeping units near the waterfront with own entrance, kitchen with appliances, living room, bathroom and bedroom with queen size beds for excellent self catering holidays. Summers Country Inn is seasonal and in operation from May through October, and a full course breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, juice, coffee or tea is included in your fee, they also serve fresh fruit, homemade muffins and more for exquisite breakfast treats. Come for a wonderful stay just five minutes from the ferry, enjoy whale watching cruises, gift shops, fine restaurants, hiking, cycling and so much more in this spectacular area.READ MORE
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Holdsworth House Bed and Breakfast2015-06-16
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Holdsworth House Bed and Breakfast in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada dates all the way back to 1783-84 and is one of the oldest homes in the area. Be prepared to leave the 21st century behind as they say, and upon arrival you are treated to a tour of the house with an explanation of the restorations and renovations that have taken place in this unique one of a kind home. There are stunning water views, a back garden and guest rooms have private en-suite baths and high speed internet, a full breakfast awaits in the morning with special diets catered for. Holdsworth House Bed and Breakfast has two parlours with books and games to be enjoyed, and discount packages include whale watching. Also available is the Fisher House, a century home with wraparound deck, BBQ, garden, full kitchen and living areas, perfect for a relaxing, enjoyable self catering holiday.READ MORE
Scotia Bay Motel2015-06-17
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Scotia Bay Motel in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada comes with newly renovated rooms including 3 suites with kitchenettes, and there's a licensed restaurant on-site. Units include sleeping areas, works desks and lamps, cable TV, full baths and more, plus there's an outdoor courtyard for relaxing in. Antonio’s Pasta and Grill Restaurant offers exquisite home style seafood and pasta dishes with genuine maritime hospitality, they also do burgers, soups and salads, subs and platters, and choices of hot and cold sandwiches or pizza, and the best seafood chowder ever. Scotia Bay Motel is ideally based for whale watching trips, exploring the Evangeline trail, ferries, the theatre, cruises, historical tours and more, come for a fantastic stay and play vacation.READ MORE
Ocean Hillside Bed and Breakfast2015-06-16
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Ocean Hillside Bed and Breakfast in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offers a 4-star stay with beautiful antique Victorian decor, exquisite breakfasts, extensive flower gardens and two patios for breathtaking sunrises and salty ocean breezes, it's all here. Charming rooms delight with handmade quilts, period furnishings, views, WIFI, television, en-suites, hair dryers, refrigerators and microwaves. Ocean Hillside Bed and Breakfast also proudly presents executive Chef Bob, who has cooked for royalty and celebrities, he will astound with a gourmet candle lit breakfast for the unique and the divine, apart from the comfortable rooms and amenities, this may well be the highlight of your stay in the area. Area attractions include beaches, sea kayaking, whale watching, fishing, historical sites and so much more, come see for yourself. READ MORE
Admiral Digby Inn2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Admiral Digby Inn located in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offers one and two bedroom cottages and rooms with decks and balconies boasting spectacular water views. The restaurant is open from breakfast and delectable meals are served with ocean views and main entrees presenting exquisite appetizers, seafood, steaks, chicken, liver and onions, Sheperd's pie and more ending with a mouthwatering homemade dessert. The lobby at the front desk of Admiral Digby Inn provides complimentary WIFI and a desktop computer for guests, they sell bottled water, soft drinks and snacks, and there's a soft drink vending machine and ice machine at the top of the stairs. Stay close to amazing attractions, local whale watching, deep sea fishing, carnivals, exhibitions, parades, nearby towns, scenic villages, the golf course and so much more.READ MORE
Seawinds Motel and Shoreline Suites2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Seawinds Motel and Shoreline Suites in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offers a wonderful stay with picturesque views overlooking Annapolis Basin, come sit back and relax right on the waterfront. This is the only motel in Digby, and they are available for commercial and leisure guests with excellent features including executive suites, housekeeping units, spacious air conditioned rooms, cable TV, high speed internet and a licensed lounge. Seawinds Motel and Shoreline Suites is your home away from home, with breathtaking views and sunsets from their sunrise deck, it's a magical place to stay close to attractions, history, culture and other scenic villages, come enjoy.READ MORE
Cliffside Bed and Breakfast2015-06-16
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Cliffside Bed and Breakfast in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada is spacious and stunning with breathtaking water views, and observation deck and enjoyable relaxation right on the waterfront from the seaside patio, cliffside. There's a dining room with sea views and great room, Havana room with entertainment and the observation deck with spectacular water and cliffside views. Cliffside Bed and Breakfast offers accommodation in the East Wing, West Wing, master suite and family suite, and the come complete with all amenities some with private balconies. Come for a fabulous stay in beautiful surrounds, you won't want to leave, but the area offers so many attractions and activities you'll be out there after an excellent breakfast, returning in the evening for a wonderful night's rest.READ MORE
Captains Cabin Restaurant2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Captains Cabin Restaurant in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada are famous for their seafood and steaks, their world famous Digby Scallops and menu choices cover anything from a delectable Club House Sandwich to a seafood platter. Here they only support purveyors of sustainable seafood practices with products seasonally available, and it's fantastic food at affordable prices combined with the best of maritime hospitality. This family restaurant is fully licensed with a great menu of maritime influenced dishes, and they have banquet and buffet facilities with seating in the Admiral dining area for up to 200 people or out on the patio for up to 30, as well as 40 in the main entry, come for the finest dining experience in beautiful surrounds, where the food is always great.READ MORE
The Breakers Bed and Breakfast2015-06-17
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Breakers Bed and Breakfast in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offers an exceptional stay with quality accommodations and service, and is small and exclusive dating all the way back to 1853, they have even been mentioned in two history books. With stunning water views over the Digby scallop boats, you can relax on the porch and enjoy watching the changing tides, and amazing sunrises and sunsets, and a three course breakfast awaits you in the morning. Ideally located near to shops and restaurants, the Breakers Bed and Breakfast rated 5-stars is luxurious with an outstanding range of facilities with suites boasting antique furnishings, comfortable queen size beds, internet access, comfortable chairs, telephone, en-suites, TV, DVD, bar fridge and many more amenities. They will arrange your whale watching tours and dinner reservations, after which you can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the wharf, then return for a magical nights rest, it's a unique and beautiful place to stay.READ MORE
Sunset Pub and Beverage Room2015-06-17
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Sunset Pub and Beverage Room in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offers great views of the ocean, local seafood to die for, wings, music and karaoke. There's a patio with stunning views over Digby harbour and here cozy charm beckons with warm and friendly staff and the food is very good. The scallops come highly recommended, there's fried fish, clams and the best wings ever with great dunking sauces. The Sunset Pub and Beverage Room offers the best in pub style meals, and there are beers on tap and so much more, come for a fabulous time, a wonderful dining experience, music, views and memories, it's all here.READ MORE
Beauty and The Beach2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Beauty and The Beach in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada are your hair, nail and tanning team and along with Fancy Nancy's offer all the amenities of a big salon, but with the comfort and care of an intimate small town shop setting. They cover a wide range of hair, aesthetic, and chemical services, hairstyling, colour corrections, pedicures, 10-minute, stand-up tanning, and body piercing and more. Beauty and The Beach also boast Fancy Nancy's which is a child focused, family friendly salon offering the same services but tailored to children, and are equipped with video games, books, movies, and more to keep your child entertained. They have a party studio ideal for weddings, birthday parties and a divalicious experience, dress up in their glamour costumes, boas, jewels, heels and shades, hit the runway for your own diva show, and strike a pose.READ MORE
Gael Tours2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Gael Tours will take you on an amazing journey exploring Digby, Nova Scotia's historic streetscapes and culture, the active fishing community, tasting the exquisite seafood and other fare as you stroll along the waterfront. Located on the shores of the Annapolis Basin, Gael Tours will provide you with a lifetime of memories discovering the whales, the fauna and flora with tours by your informative guide including plankton, periwinkles and predators, and Stones, Steeples, Ships and Seafood. Historical and cultural experiences await with an interpretive walking tour of the town of Digby, or a a tide pool peek into the Fundy Aquarium Ecozone, it's all a must see and tour packages are available for a full day of excitement and discovery.READ MORE
The Bayside Inn2015-06-17
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Bayside Inn in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada is the only surviving inn of the late 1800's in the area with excellent hosts and a free hot, home made breakfast. Enjoy wonderful room choices some with stunning water views and all with cable tv, free wi-fi and more for a comfortable stay in lovely surrounds. There's a cozy sun room with spectacular views over the beautiful Annapolis Basin, relax and watch the boats on the bay, the world famous Digby Scallop Fleet, the Fisherman's wharf and the amazing Fundy tides. The Bayside Inn is ideally based for a casual walk into the quaint town with it's gift shops, fine restaurants, bayside and boardwalk, or take a cruise and do some whale watching, it's all here.READ MORE
Graham's Pioneer Retreat
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Graham's Pioneer Retreat in Digby offers peace and solitude in Nova Scotia!READ MORE
Fundy Complex2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Fundy Complex in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada has it all from newly built suites to rent, to five distinct dining areas, kayak rentals and a marine vessel charter service. The Dockside Suites are beautiful, spacious, air conditioned and located right on the waterfront boardwalk with spectacular views, the perfect place to stay for functions at the complex overlooking Scallop fleet. Dine in the Fundy Restaurant for fresh seafood and 4 distinct indoor dining areas, a balcony, glass solarium and live lobsters, or the Dockside Restaurant and Bay for a meal or drink by the water. For getting your groove on when the party mood hits Club 98 is the perfect place to unwind as the DJ's spin the most popular dance music. Rent a kayak and enjoy Kayaking the Annapolis Basin, it's family fun and adventure with all welcome, or go a Marine Vessel Charter Services boat trip with fibreglass tour boat for whale watching or lobster tours, and they can accommodate groups for reunions, weddings, corporate events and more. The Fundy Complex is also the perfect venue for events, conferences, banquets, receptions or courses in a classroom setting, come for breathtaking views of the waterfront.READ MORE
Admiral Digby Museum2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Admiral Digby Museum in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada is housed in a mid 1800s Georgian home, and visitors here will be treated to period rooms with furnishings and artifacts, archives relating to the maritime and pioneering history of Digby and Digby County, it's people and industries. See the marine room displays of ships models, navigational equipment and photographs, and the second floor displays vintage clothing in the costume room. The first floor has an 1870's organ, and Edison phonograph and melodean as well as an old grandfather clock, and the Loyalist rooms displays documents, ledgers, artifacts, and more. The Admiral Digby Museum also has a gift shop with souvenirs, gifts and collectibles, and museum tours are available, come for a fascinating visit into yesteryear.READ MORE
Harmony Bed and Breakfast2015-06-17
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Harmony Bed and Breakfast and Harmony Suites in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offers air conditioned en-suite rooms with cable TV, high speed internet access and a free hot breakfast. Suites on the ground and second floor offer excellent amenities and features, and a Free In room Continental Breakfast. This historical home circa 1871 provides a unique stay in beautiful surrounds close to local attractions including whale watching, golf courses, Bear River, Digby scallop days, historic sites, beaches, deep sea fishing and so much more, it's all here. Rooms at Harmony Bed and Breakfast and Harmony Suites offer a water views and you can marvel at the Fundy tides from your room or the front porch, plus they are open year round.READ MORE
Bayside Inn Bed & Breakfast
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
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The Thistle Down Country Inn2009-11-24
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Thistle Down Country Inn is Digby's only Country Inn directly on the shores of the Annapolis Basin, home to some of the highest tides in the world. Twelve beautifully appointed rooms, all with private bath, pet friendly with designated smoke areas are on offer at the Thistle Down Country Inn in Digby. READ MORE
Siesta Motel2015-06-16
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
The Siesta Motel in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada is small and intimate with only 15 units where guests feel at home from the minute they arrive. Hosts make you feel like family, and offer a friendly, personalised service, so much so they even won the Hospitality Award of the year in 2007. All rooms at Siesta Motel are drive up units with parking, and they come with refrigerator, full cable TV, wireless internet and telephone. There's a front lawn and garden for relaxing or enjoying a game or picnic, and they are pet friendly. Come bird watching, hiking, whale watching, enjoy a tour, historical sites, deep sea fishing, nature trails, museums, Bear River, the waterfront and so much more, and there are golf courses and several lighthouses in the area, come for wonderful stay in this picturesque area, you won't want to leave.READ MORE
Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa2015-06-15
Located in Digby, Digby County, Nova Scotia, Canada
Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa in Digby, Nova Scotia, Canada offers a stunning setting overlooking the Bay of Fundy and has been welcoming guests to this majestic, unique and rare resort which is unsurpassed, beyond expectations. With world class amenities, here they have exquisite dining facilities, pampering spa treatments, one of Canada's finest golf courses and is a premier event destination for weddings, reunions and meetings with function rooms beyond compare. There are three accommodation choices here for the discerning with incredible amenities to ensure comfort and luxury set against the impressive backdrop of Nova Scotia with dining and entertainment in the Churchill's Restaurant and Lounge, The Terrace Cafe and 19th Hole Clubhouse and eatery. Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa has an outdoor heated pool, a fitness centre, 18 hole golf course, two tennis courts, cycling and hiking trails, shuffleboard, giant outdoor chess board, croquet fields, bicycles and helmets and a children's playground, also on-site is a gift shop and newstand, a golf pro shop, and the AVEDA concept spa, a luxurious full service spa, come for the absolute divine.READ MORE
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