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Cape Breton Island's Epic Winter Bucket List

Bras d'Or Lake, Cabot Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park, Outdoor Adventure, Winter

Read through and see how many places, views, and experiences you can check off from this Epic Winter Bucket List!


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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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W for Waterfall Season!

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton Highlands National Park , Culinary , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure , Waterfall Season

When the adventurous duo Chris and Jan from A for Adventure received the call to explore Cape Breton Island’s magical Waterfall Season, they packed their gear, laced up their boots and set their sights on some of Nova Scotia’s most breathtaking scen


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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 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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101 Things to do This Fall on Cape Breton Island

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 , Fall , Festival & Events , Fortress of Louisbourg , Golf , Hiking , Living Culture , Louisbourg and area , Music & the Arts , Outdoor Adventure , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

As the crisp autumn air settles over Cape Breton Island, the landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of red, orange and gold. This season is the perfect time to explore the Island's natural beauty, rich culture and warm hospitality.


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7 Must-Try Culinary Experiences on Cape Breton Island this Fall

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton's South Coast , Culinary , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

As fall blankets Cape Breton Island in brilliant hues, the Island’s culinary scene embraces the season with fresh, seasonal ingredients and comforting flavours.


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Exploring Cape Breton Island with Ren Navarro

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Coastal Adventure , Culinary , Fortress of Louisbourg , Hiking , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

In June, Cape Breton Island welcomed Ren Navarro, a well-known advocate for diversity in the brewing industry and a passionate explorer. Ren’s visit to our stunning Island was a blend of historical adventures, local brews and breathtaking natural bea


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Where to Enjoy Celtic Music this St. Patrick's Day

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Cabot Trail , Canada's Musical Coast , Cape Breton's South Coast , Culinary , Music & the Arts , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

St. Patrick's Day is fast approaching and what good is celebrating this festive day without listening and dancing to Celtic music. Luckily Cape Breton Island is home to some of the best Celtic music out there. Let the fiddle get you out on the dance


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7 Ideas for a Cape Breton Valentine's Day!

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Bras d'Or Lake , Canada's Musical Coast , Culinary , Festival & Events , Uncategorized , Winter

There is no better place to celebrate love than on Cape Breton Island. Want to impress your significant other this Valentine’s Day? Of course, you do! Here are some ideas for organizing a Cape Breton Island Valentine’s Day that is sure to impress.


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St Ann's Bay & North Shore

by: Angelo Spinazzola

Cabot Trail , Coastal Adventure , Culinary , Fall , Hiking , Outdoor Adventure

The St. Ann’s Bay area starts at the Exit 11 turnoff on the Trans-Canada Highway and it goes right up until the base of Cape Smokey. The views that you get are super-breathtaking. In the fall, it’s just like a haven of colours.


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A Day in the Bay

by: Team Destination Cape Breton

Culinary , Sydney Area and Marconi Trail

Glace Bay is a town rich in culture, history and, oddly enough, wildlife. If you're a history buff, wildlife watcher or want to spend an evening out for dinner and a show then you need to spend a day in the Bay.


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