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#FallforCapeBreton 2026 – Vote for your favorite photo
It's no secret that Cape Breton Island was made for photographers. We want you to have your own incredible weekend getaway where you can explore this Island and create new wonderful memories and photographs.

Winter Gem – Wild(life) Weekends!
When you think of a “weekend getaway” you don’t have to travel very far as there are so many incredible places to find adventure in Cape Breton.

Winter Gem – I’d rather be fishing!
When you walk out onto the ice in South Harbour, flanked by the Cape Breton Highlands and one of the nicest beaches in Atlantic Canada and the Atlantic Ocean, catching a fish is simply a bonus.

Winter Gem – The salty sea air and the Clairestone Inn
This was our first time exploring Cape Breton's South Coast but now we think we've found our new winter jewel for some rest and relaxation.

Take a Bite Out of Winter on Cape Breton’s South Coast
Get ready for an amazing South Coast adventure with Alicia Lake! From Isle Madame to St. Peter's Alicia takes you to her favourite spots and introduces you to hidden hiking gems.

4 Winter Days Along the Cabot Trail
Join Ashley MacDonald, one of our Adventure Ambassadors, on an outdoor adventure along the Cabot Trail. If you enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing or just the sound of nature, you'll enjoy this blog!

Winter Gems – Bliss on the Cabot Trail
No matter the time of year, for my wife and I, the weekend means heading to the Cabot Trail for an adventure.

7 Places for Great Winter Eats
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.

Winter Guide for Instagrammers!
Don't put that camera away just because it's cold! Winter on Cape Breton Island is an Instagrammer's wonderland.

A Scenic Winter Road Trip Along the Cabot Trail
The Cabot Trail is one of the world’s most celebrated scenic drives, and while it’s stunning year-round, winter adds a magical touch to its already breathtaking landscapes.

7 of Cape Breton’s Top Winter Activities
When Cape Breton Island dons its blanket of snow, it transforms into a winter wonderland bursting with adventure and serene beauty.

Winter in Cape Breton: Skiing, Snowmobiling & Snowshoeing Guide
When the snow falls on Cape Breton Island, the crowds thin out, the trails go quiet and the pace slows down. We get more snow than anywhere else in the Maritime Provinces, and everything here is...
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