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[hogasm]

Been looking into a summer trip to Nova Scotia.

Is the best way into NS by way of Yarmouth with the www.catferry.com, or are there any other ways in?

The other ferry would be into Digby, or by land through Amherst.

What are the fees to enter into NS and are there any other taxes I would need to know before going.

thanks

this has been helpful  http://www.motorcycletourguidens.com/

[Jock]

Been looking into a summer trip to Nova Scotia.

Is the best way into NS by way of Yarmouth with the www.catferry.com, or are there any other ways in?

The other ferry would be into Digby, or by land through Amherst.

What are the fees to enter into NS and are there any other taxes I would need to know before going.

thanks

this has been helpful  http://www.motorcycletourguidens.com/

Are you reading my mind AGAIN!   I was thinking of going after my convention in DC in July...What are your dates?

[murphy]

The sales tax system in Canada is a little confusing, there is a standard Federal tax rate, and then a Provincial one as well.

The confusion is in what they are titled. Basically anything you buy will have an additional 5 -15% tacked on depending on where you are.

This looks pretty accurate to me:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxation_in_Canada

Don't get too concerned though, as a vistor there is a rebate program in effect where you can get a big chunk of what you paid back on your return to the States.

There will be documents advising how this works at your port of entry/departure:

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/bsnss/tpcs/gst-tps/rbts/menu-eng.html

Nova Scotia is beautiful, the people are awesome!

[hogasm]

Are you reading my mind AGAIN!   I was thinking of going after my convention in DC in July...What are your dates?

July

[naitram]

depending where you are going in NS i dont see the ferry as much of a time saver. marlborough to halifax is about 700 miles on road and could be done in 1 day without the hassle of dealing with the ferry. and only a couple of tolls on the way up. if you wanted to be on the southern edge on NS then i'd consider some of the ferry options

[hogasm]

depending where you are going in NS i dont see the ferry as much of a time saver. marlborough to halifax is about 700 miles on road and could be done in 1 day without the hassle of dealing with the ferry. and only a couple of tolls on the way up. if you wanted to be on the southern edge on NS then i'd consider some of the ferry options

Looking at the Lighthouse Route. Starts in Yarmouth and ends in Halifax or vice-versa.

Trying to figure out the tolls and tariffs to enter NS.  The ones in the US are bad enough, and don't think of towing a trailer. You might as well ship the bike there, it would be cheaper.

[naitram]

been a few years since ive been to NS, but its was one small toll in NB and on part way into NS

[TN]

been planning this very ride myself for this summer.





lets ride

TN

[ultrafxr]

Must be the year for NS.  I've been wanting to go and do the Cabot Trial for several years and we are working on a plan with two other couples now.  Been looking at the ferries also but wonder if anyone has info on them.  Are the bikes below deck and is there limited space?  Assume these ferries can be subject to rough seas so how are bikes secured?  I'm kinda like Neal and thinking of going by land.

And I do plan to tow my Bushtec.  But man the tolls on a bike and trailer are as much as for a large motor home.  But owning a Harley I'm used to overpaying, lol.

[16HD117]

Wow!  Judy and I are working on a similar trip!  Home - Maine - Canada - Niagara Falls - Home, but, we are flexible!
 

[bunt]

I did Nova Scotia two years ago and am heading back August 1 this summer. Cabot Trail is a must do, Cape Breton Island is definitely the most scenic riding on Nova Scotia
I took the ferry over and rode back through New Brunswick and ME last time but am planning on ferry round trip this year, the hold is huge they give you a tie-down that goes over your seat, probably is adequate (I brought ratchet ties of my own to secure)
A lot of good information from http://www.novascotia.com/ride/
IMO if you ride up as far as St. John’s for the ferry to Digby, you might as well ride all the way into NS.
Let me know if anyone is planning on being up there first week of August maybe we could get together for  lobster and a beer.

[TN]

thanks for the info.



 


TN

[JCZ]

Sounds like you guys got a pack goin up.

Just remember........   

[bribe36]

The sales tax system in Canada is a little confusing, there is a standard Federal tax rate, and then a Provincial one as well.

The confusion is in what they are titled. Basically anything you buy will have an additional 5 -15% tacked on depending on where you are.

This looks pretty accurate to me:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxation_in_Canada

Don't get too concerned though, as a vistor there is a rebate program in effect where you can get a big chunk of what you paid back on your return to the States.

There will be documents advising how this works at your port of entry/departure:

http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/tx/bsnss/tpcs/gst-tps/rbts/menu-eng.html

Nova Scotia is beautiful, the people are awesome!

What Tax? With the Canadian dollar in the toilet compared, to the US dollar, you'll still be getting plenty of change back. Enjoy the ride and spend lots.

[Jock]

July

So where do you stand on this one...It may work for me...I will be in DC until August 2nd and could leave after that date!