"Harry Krause" wrote in message
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Top end is not the goal...really good seafood restaurants that serve
local fare...that's the ticket. In Kennebunkport, George H.W. Bush
favors Mabel's Lobster Claw Restaurant, and wo do we. It is not a fancy
place, nor is it on anyone's list of the most expensive restaurants in
that touristy city. Great lobstsa's, great chowda', good prices.

Now we're talking. I usually go to 'Fries & Company' on Chebucto Rd here on
the peninsula. The Governor General made a point to visit and chow down a
few years ago..and in the past it's made top of the list for 'fish & chips'.
They also serve clams & scallops. Restaurant very simple, but bright &
clean.
McKelvies has been popular for a while. A bit upscale from Fries & Co. but
not outrageous.

Half day tours?? I'd have to recommend the Halifax Citadel. It explains
the reason for our existence. (protect 13 colonies from French at
Louisburg). Lots of military history explaining 'the other side' during the
wars of 1776 & 1812.
Various bus tours , water tours etc. but trip to Peggy's Cove always popular
with inland tourists. may not be such a big deal to tourists who live on the
coast. One of my neighbours (retired school guidance councilor), works on
the sight-seeing busses that meet the cruise ships. I'll ask her what most
find interesting.