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Seasonal Inspiration

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.

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Outdoor & Adventure

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.

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Food & Drink

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.

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Food & Drink

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.

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Outdoor & Adventure

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!

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Seasonal Inspiration

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.

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Food & Drink

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.

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Seasonal Inspiration

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.

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Road‑Trips & Itineraries

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.

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Outdoor & Adventure

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.

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Arts, Culture & Heritage

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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Know Before You Go

Slow Down: A Winter Guide to Rest and Wellness on Cape Breton Island

There is a particular kind of quiet that settles over Cape Breton Island once the snow starts to fall. The hiking trails empty out, the coastline goes still and the pace of everything softens. Summer on...

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