On Wednesday night, Robert Herjavec spoke to an audience of approximately 550 people in Halifax, Nova Scotia. The crowd was a mix of young entrepreneurs, sponsors and seasoned business people. His message was clear, do what you love and the money will come. People know when you are not genuine and happy and his motto has been to always be “wonderful” when people ask how he is.
At 8:00 AM yesterday morning, the Azamara docked in Halifax, Nova Scotia on it’s way from New York - to the site of the sinking of the Titanic on April 15th. The Azamara set sail on April 10th and is an eight night cruise and it is one of two Titanic Memorial Cruises.
'Titanic the Fated Voyage' dinner theatre actors
welcoming us aboard the voyage
On Thursday night, I attended ‘Titanic the Fated Voyage’ at the Cunard Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia. What a fabulous and surprising dinner theatre. The acting was superb and the story very creative. I wondered how the writer, Jamie Bradley, would conclude a story with such a tragic and legendary ending. I was not disappointed!
As we wrap up a week of sales calls during the Starwood Sales Blitz, it’s another warm sunny day in Halifax, Nova Scotia! Yesterday we saw an all time high of 27°C in the city.
Denise Bradbury (right) from the Westin Nova Scotian
with Christine MacKenzie from Porter Airlines
On Monday, I had the privilege of boarding the Canadian Navy Frigate, HMCS St. John’s for a Day Sail. I joined 100 women from across Canada who work as Teachers & Guidance Counselors in Schools and Community Colleges. They were in Halifax, Nova Scotia for three days of activities to experience life in the Navy and increase their knowledge for recruiting purposes.
Graham Hyson and Little Buddy
Graham Hyson has been working at the Westin Nova Scotian for 15 years and over those 15 years, he has touched a lot of lives with his kindness. The most recent recipient of Graham’s compassion is a little 4-month-old kitten he named ‘Little Buddy’.
On February 9th the Progress Club of Halifax hosted their 40th annual Sport Celebrity Dinner. The Halifax event is a fundraiser to support two of the Club’s local charities; The Progress Centre for Early Intervention and King’s Meadow Home. The Westin Nova Scotian has been a proud sponsor of the event for the past six years.
April 15, 2012 marks the 100th Anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. Halifax, Nova Scotia played a large role in the days following the disaster. We were the first port of call for many of the ships carrying survivors and wreckage.
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and it’s time to make plans with your sweetheart in Halifax, Nova Scotia. If you’re the lucky partner planning a Valentine’s treat for your special someone, our Halifax hotel restaurant, elements on hollis is offering a tantalizing menu.
A good friend of mine, Alison DeLory, is the Halifax/Saint John City Editor for Chatelaine Magazine...
Our Sales & Catering team at our Halifax hotel had a surprise visit from a wise old soul last Wednesday. Yoda, of Star Wars fame, showed up just as we were about to start our meeting. He was bringing exciting news from Velocity Entertainment and Marina Atwell.
Image Compliments of Destination Halifax
We have so many things to see and do in our own cities that we never get around to because we think we’ll do it some other time. This winter, I challenge you to take the time to be a tourist in your own city or even neighbourhood. Stay in a downtown Halifax hotel, eat in a new Nova Scotia restaurant...
Overlooking downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia and the Atlantic Ocean, topping the 11th floor of the Westin Nova Scotian, is our recently remodeled and redecorated Crown Suite. The suite is looking better than ever after undergoing a modern make over.
Mr. & Mrs. Pitt visiting the Nova Scotian
Tony Pitt came to Halifax, Nova Scotia by train from Ontario with his father in 1936, he was 11 years old. Mr. Pitt's Dad, Robert, came to the Nova Scotian from the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa (another CN Rail hotel), and he was Resident Manager of the Nova Scotian from 1936 to 1941.
Low tide at Halls Harbour - Bay of Fundy Nova Scotia
Last week our Premier, Darrell Dexter, urged Nova Scotians, and friends of Nova Scotia & New Brunswick, to place their votes for the Bay of Fundy to become one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. If you have never been to the Bay of Fundy it truly is a natural wonder. Billion tones of water flow in and out of the bay twice a day.
Cornwallis Park across from the Westin Nova Scotian - Halifax, Nova Scotia
When I tell guests and conference delegates that Halifax Nova Scotia is a city with a resort feel, they know what I'm talking about when they take a walk along the Halifax Harbourfront Boardwalk. Known as the City of Trees, Halifax often feels like a park with an extraordinary ocean view
Meeting Professionals International President's Welcome Reception and Sponsor Recognition
One of our Halifax hotel loyal guests is on the verge of retirement!
Peter Windsor with (left to right) Diane Rose, GM Guido Kerpel, Glenn Bowie & Jackie Collins
Las Vegas in January! Who wouldn't want to go to a conference in the desert in the middle of winter? Last week I attended the Professional Convention Management Association's 2011 Annual Conference at the MGM Grand Resort in Las Vegas. WOW! This was my first time attending this industry event and my first time in Sin City. What a conference it was...3800 delegates, fabulous keynote speakers & educational sessions, out of this world networking events and lots of time to connect with friends & clients old & new.
