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10 Unforgettable Experiences on Cape Breton Island

by: Adam Hill

Bras d'Or Lake, Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Coastal Adventure, Culinary, Fortress of Louisbourg, Golf, Hiking, Living Culture, Music & the Arts, Outdoor Adventure

10 Cape Breton Island experiences: the Cabot Trail, Fortress of Louisbourg, cèilidhs, seafood, golf and more.

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5 Places to Square Dance with Locals

Not to Miss June Events!

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Louisbourg and area , Music & the Arts , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

June on Cape Breton Island is when music fills the air, feet find rhythm on wooden floors, and communities come together in celebration of culture, heritage, and shared joy.

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Where to Find Fresh Lobster

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Coastal Adventure , Culinary

Atlantic lobster from Cape Breton Island is renowned for being the freshest and some of the tastiest lobster in the world.

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Get to Know the People & Culture on Cape Breton Island

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton's South Coast , Fortress of Louisbourg , Living Culture , Louisbourg and area , Music & the Arts , Winter

Tap your toes to fiddle tunes at a Ceilidh. See authentic Acadian crafts at Les Trois Pignons. Take a piece of Mi’kmaq culture home with you at a drum-making workshop. On Cape Breton Island, culture is all around you just waiting to be explored!

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Explore Canada Ambassadors: Davey and Sky

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Fall , Hiking , Louisbourg and area , Outdoor Adventure , Waterfall Season , Winter

Cape Breton Island Ambassadors Davey and Sky were selected by Explore Canada as official ambassadors for their home province of Nova Scotia.

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Explore Canada Ambassador: Ashley George

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Coastal Adventure , Hiking , Louisbourg and area , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail , Waterfall Season , Winter

Cape Breton Island Ambassador Ashley George was selected by Explore Canada as an official ambassador for her home province of Nova Scotia.

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Experience Cabin Fever in Port Hawkesbury

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cape Breton's South Coast , Culinary , Festival & Events , Music & the Arts , Outdoor Adventure , Winter

Discover the magic of winter in Port Hawkesbury, where adventure, great food and entertainment come together for the perfect seasonal getaway.

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7 of Cape Breton’s Top Winter Activities

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail , Winter

When Cape Breton Island dons its blanket of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland bursting with adventure and serene beauty.

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7 Places for great Winter Eats

7 Places for Great Winter Eats

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Cape Breton's South Coast , Culinary , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail , Winter

It’s time to find the heartiest, homemade meal on Cape Breton Island this winter.  Our Island offers many options to chase away the chill. 

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Explore picturesque Isle Madame

Isle Madame

by: Shauna Austin

Cape Breton's South Coast , Coastal Adventure , Motorcycling , Outdoor Adventure

Take time to slow down and enjoy the visual adventure of driving around Isle Madame. Explore the coastlines. Soak in the Acadian culture and hospitality. Unplug and unwind in the refreshing ocean breeze and natural beauty.

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Gabarus & Area

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Cape Breton's South Coast , Coastal Adventure , Louisbourg and area

Nestled along the rugged southern coast of Cape Breton Island, Gabarus is a quaint seaside village that offers visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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