Acadia University is located in Wolfville,
a beautiful town in the stunning Annapolis Valley, in the Maritime
province of Nova Scotia. Wolfville's charming and cosy downtown
contains the essential coffeeshops, bookstores, and art/ craft galleries
for relaxation during your stay. There are not only several fine
dining establishments, but also local pubs to enjoy a pint of unique
home brew. Becuase the conference is in October, you will be visiting
admidst a bountiful harvest of fresh apples and other delicious
fruits and vegetables.
Wolfville's natural setting, however,
might be the greatest attraction for outdoor buffs. Located on the
coast of the Minas Basin, at the top of the Fundy Bay, Wolfville
is privy to the highest tides in the world. On a stroll on the boardwalk
during low tides, it is possible to witness the staggering depth
of the tides from the carved-out mud flats. This natural phenomenon
is accompanied in Wolfville by the world's smallest harbour.
With regards to the Arts scene Wolfville
is also lively. Theatre enthusiasts may be well aware that Acadia
is home to the Atlantic
Theatre Festival (ATF). The ATF has an incredibly active
summer, running three plays and two series between June 5 and August
31st. During the school year, the Acadia Theatre program is also
energetic, mounting three or four productions a year, and including
a "Minifest" of student-written, directed, and designed
plays. The Acadia Performing Arts Series also provides a valuable
cultural dimension to Wolfville, with performances in the 2003-2004
season ranging from Liu Fang on the pipa and guzheng to the Pacific
Baroque Orchestra to Vinok Worldance.
Altogether, Wolfville contains a lovely blend of
exciting natural and cultural attractions that will appeal to visitors
with a wide range of interests. We hope that you look forward to
your stay, and will fully enjoy your time in the heart of the Annapolis
Valley.
Directions From the Halifax International Airport (approximate driving
time: 1 hour 12 minutes.)
Take exit 6 to get onto Highway 102
Take exit 5 on Highway 102, so that you don't miss the Annapolis
Valley merge, then
Take Exit 4B to get onto Highway 101
Take exit 10 to arrive in Wolfville
From Halifax (approximate driving
time: 1 hour 10 minutes.)
From Highway 111 over MacKay Bridge
Take exit 2 to get onto Dartmouth Road (Highway 7)
Follow the Sackville/Windsor signage Highway 101
Take exit 10 to arrive in Wolfville
From Yarmouth (approximate
driving time: 2 hours 10 minutes.)
Take Highway 101 (east)
Take exit 11 to arrive in Wolfville
From New Brunswick (approximate
driving time from border: 3 hours 10 minutes.)
Travel south on Highway 104
Take exit 15 onto Highway 102 toward Truro & Halifax
Take exit 4B to get onto Highway 101
Take exit 10 to arrive in Wolfville
Conference presenters should by now have received
their accomodation assignments via email (if you don't have an
email address, then give a few days for snail mail). If you haven't
received your info and/or need more information, email
us.
Click HERE
for a comprehensive listing of Wolfville B&Bs and contact
information.
Useful
Links
Travel Help
We are pleased to suggest
the services of a Travel Consultant to assist you with flight
bookings or car rentals to simplify your conference planning.
If you contact her, make sure to mention you are participating
in the conference. Please note that email is the preferable mode
of communication. Jo-Ann Maynard
Travelsource Network
email: gotravel@eastlink.ca
1-800-561-9999 ext. 486
