One hundred years ago the Titanic set sail across the Atlantic creating a wave of excitement. A century later, people around the world are getting set to commemorate the fateful voyage.
Halifax is one of many cities affected by the sinking of the Titanic that will participate in marking the sombre anniversary. Tourists are drawn year-round to the city for its connections to the famous ship.
"There are lectures planned, theatrical performances, scientific theory talks, dinners and other events," says Andrea Young of Destination Halifax.
One of the bigger events will take place in April, when two cruise ships offering a history lesson will dock in Halifax. Marine historian John Langley has been invited onboard to speak to the 2,000 passengers about the grim task three Halifax cable ships played in recovering bodies.
"I think the hype may diminish in time, but the interest will remain in the heritage and history associated with Halifax," says Langley.
Maritime tour operators are anticipating a busy spring because of the anniversary.
"There has been a lot of buzz and tour operators are looking at how they can capture that," says Young.
The Nova Scotia Royal International Tattoo is also jumping aboard, adding a Titanic performance to its show in July.
"We're hoping people from the states who have an interest will travel here to mark the 100 years and remember in their own way," says tattoo spokesperson Leah Whitehead.
With files from CTV Atlantic's Kelland Sundahl
