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Cape Breton Island boasts some of the best boating in the world. It is located in Grand Narrows at the Barra Strait Bridge. The Barra Strait Marina is community run and is an initiative of the Grand Narrows Waterfront Development Society.

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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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2 Amazing Hiking Experiences: Perfect Picnic on Franey Mountain and Skyline Trail at Sunset

There are two great ways to make your next trip to the Cape Breton Highlands National Park one you’ll never forget.

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Cape Mabou Highlands & Clove Hitch Bistro

The Cape Mabou Highlands should be on everybody’s list. It’s not your typical tourist route and the trail offers dramatic vistas over the Gulf of St. Lawrence. You can get your heart pumping or take a...

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