Ashley MacIsaac in Concert at the Barn in Margaree
Next Date: Aug 5, 2021
Presenting Ashley MacIsaac in Concert at the Barn at the Normaway Inn with Hilda Chiasson on Piano Thursdays Aug.5,12 & 19 Ashley MacI...
Journey from La Belle Province to Cape Breton Island
Discover what Travel + Leisure calls “Canada’s #1 Island” with Air Canada’s daily direct flights from Montreal to Sydney. And, from now until October 26, experience more lobster boils, ceilidhs, and Celtic Colours on a Maxxim Vacations Cape Breton Island Discovery package to Cape Breton Island.
Enjoy the convenience of Air Canada’s new seasonal direct flight service from Montreal to Sydney from June 27 to October 26, 2019.
Your ultimate Cape Breton Island Discovery package includes:
- Accommodation at select hotels and inns
- Mid-size car rental with unlimited kilometres
- Admission to Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
- Admission to Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site
- Admission to a scenic boat tour of the Bras d’Or Lake
See the most of Cape Breton Island on a self-drive tour that brings you to the Bras d’Or Lake Biosphere, famed Highlands, and cultural capital of Sydney.
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Cabot Trail
Where the mountains meet the sea, you’ll find iconic ocean views, hiking trails, colourful fishing villages, and secluded beaches accessible only by kayak and sheer will.
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Outdoor Adventure
Stunning landscapes demand intrepid exploration. Hike the boreal forest. Paddle to a secluded cove. Camp on the edge of a cliff. Discover our Island’s adventurous heart.
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Cape Breton Highlands National Park
Journey to a place where trails marble the forest and the locals have fins. This coastal park wraps adventure in rugged wilderness to offer peaks, waterfalls, golf, beaches and so much more.
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Music & the Arts
You’ll hear it before you see it. A rhythmic drumming, the intermingling of three mother tongues, the soft tap of pointed toes, a flurry of fiddle strings—the heartbeat of our Island.
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Campgrounds & RV Sites
Get back to our roots and fall in love with Cape Breton Island’s natural charm. RV around the Cabot Trail. Camp cliffside with the sunrise as your alarm clock. Or, simply venture backcountry to disconnect.
Our Signature Events
Hike the Highlands Festival
Next Date: Sep 10, 2021
Attracting hikers from across North America and Europe, The Hike the Highlands festival is celebrating its 18th anniversary in 2021 with a...
Festival de la Mi-Carême 2022
Next Date: Mar 20, 2022
A two hundred year old festival that celebrates dance, music and the Acadian culture. During Mi-Carême many people, called les mi-carêmes,...
Stories about the Island, by Locals and Visitors
10 Most Instagrammable Locations on Cape Breton Island
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Want to show off your Cape Breton adventure? Read through this blog to find your new favourite instagram hot spot this summer. Trust us, nothing says natural more than a nature photo.
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7 Patios to Visit This Summer
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Sit back, relax, and enjoy a meal on one of Cape Breton Island's many patios. Whether you're oceanside, beachside, or buried in the mountains you won't regret exploring these patio options.
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Parks Canada 411
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Keep up with Parks Canada's reopenings. Museum, Attractions, National Parks, and Camping sites will all be opened gradually to ensure the safety of staff and visitors.
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Get Your Heart Pumping! Cape Breton Adventures
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Get Your Heart Pumping with these extreme and active adventures! Try your hand at windsurfing, go whale watching, hop on a jet ski, fly in a helicopter, and more.
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Virtually Tour 7 of Cape Breton Island's Beaches
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Just because we're on lockdown doesn't mean we can't be inspired by great places to visit when restrictions are lifted.
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Celtic Shores Coastal Trail F.A.Q.
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Thinking about biking along the Celtic Shores Coastal Trail but unsure what to bring or where to stop? These are some frequently asked questions that may help you with the planning process.
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