Trip Ideas - Cape Breton Island

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25 Must-Visit Museums in Nova Scotia

Museums, in many ways, are about bringing the past into the present. They show the history of people, places, and even the objects that have shaped stories… Read more »

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25 of the Best Vineyards and Breweries You Should Visit in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is known for its farmlands, its fisheries, and its forests, but over the last forty years you’ll find that there’s been a growing local beer… Read more »

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25 Islands You Should Explore in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is a peninsula, not an island, but it has plenty of orbiting islands to explore. Some islands are huge, like Cape Breton Island, but the… Read more »

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25 of the Best Places to Go Camping in Nova Scotia

With so much of the great outdoors to explore in Nova Scotia, it makes sense to make your base in the great outdoors. The camping sites on this list range from provincial parks to glamping to wilderness camping, which gives you the option to start at your comfort level. Start a new tradition, find a new place, or revisit an old favourite, especially if you’re reuniting with friends and family. If you’ve got your heart set on a particular place, I suggest you book soon—summer is on its way, even if it doesn’t feel like it yet!

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25 Must Visit Beaches in Nova Scotia

As a peninsula only by a relatively slim connection to New Brunswick, Nova Scotia has miles and miles of coastland. So, naturally, there are several dozen beaches… Read more »

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25 Ways to Explore the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia

The Bay of Fundy is one of the natural wonders of the world, so it’s no wonder that there are plenty of ways to experience its majesty…. Read more »

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Must Visit Antique Stores in Nova Scotia

Antique shops allow us to do something very few museums can. They let us touch the items and even for a price, take a piece of history… Read more »

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Must Visit Local Thrift and Consignment Stores in Nova Scotia

Thrift shopping has grown in popularity because there are more people who want to save money and lessen their environmental impact. Luckily, Nova Scotia is home to… Read more »

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25 of the Best Parks to Go Camping in Nova Scotia

Pack up your camping gear and get ready for a fantastic adventure when you go camping in Nova Scotia. Rediscover the beauty of the great outdoors, the… Read more »

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12 Places to See Apple Blossoms in Nova Scotia

April showers bring May flowers and apple blossoms. Top up the festivities during the Annual Apple Blossom Festival in the Annapolis Valley with a trip to see… Read more »

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March Break Getaways & Staycations in Nova Scotia

While the weather is uncertain in March, one thing is for sure: March Break is coming up! It’s a great time to get the whole family together… Read more »

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25 Fabulous Places to Propose in Nova Scotia

If you’re thinking about popping the big question, but you’re stuck on the best place to do it, never fear, Nova Scotia is here! In all seriousness,… Read more »

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Places Offering Winter Trail Rides and Sleigh Rides in Nova Scotia

Whether you want to be taller and still get some great exercise, or you want to have an outdoor ride like the olden days, you need a… Read more »

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20+ Parks to Explore During Winter in Nova Scotia

Taking a stroll in the park on a winter afternoon is fun all around the province, no matter the weather (unless it’s sleeting, then stay inside if… Read more »

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15 Frozen Waterfall Hikes in Nova Scotia

Water, water, everywhere…and sometimes it is frozen. In the cold of Nova Scotia’s winters, you can find many beautiful places to enjoy the coldest of water, from… Read more »

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25 Outdoor Family Winter Activities in and around Halifax

Wintertime is going to look different in 2021…but then again, all winters have their challenges (anyone else remember 2015 and the Wednesday Storms?) The most important thing… Read more »

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14 Family Winter Getaways in Nova Scotia

Wintertime vacations are a cherished child memory for many, so when you have kids of your own you want to get it right. Luckily, Nova Scotia has… Read more »

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25 Must-Visit Lighthouses in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia is a peninsula only by a few miles—it’s much closer to being an island. With coastlines known for being rugged and dangerous, lighthouses became a necessity. Lots of lighthouses. There are over 170 lighthouses around Nova Scotia, so you never have to go far. The 25 below are especially cool examples either for their history, their location, or their modern incarnations.

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50 Bucket List Ideas for a Summer Trip to Nova Scotia

If you’re looking for adventure, beauty, relaxation, history, incredible food, and interesting stores, you will find all these and more in Nova Scotia. From Yarmouth to Meat… Read more »

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25 Things to Do this Summer in Richmond County

Richmond County is the smallest in Cape Breton, but there’s still plenty to do outside. With a variety of activities on land and sea, Everything being close means you can hit as many of these locations as you want in just a few days!

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Top Outdoor Things to Do this Summer in Sydney and Cape Breton County

Cape Breton County is the most populated part of Cape Breton Island, with the capital city of Sydney in the middle (almost). This is a county rich in diverse history, and the names and locations of outdoor places reflect this history. Here is a list of 25 places to enjoy summer outdoors in and around Sydney.

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25 Ideas for a Summer Staycation in Nova Scotia

Offering beaches, forests, wineries, and so much more to see and do, why would you need to leave Nova Scotia for a vacation? Take a staycation and… Read more »

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25 Outdoor Summer Adventures in Inverness County

Inverness County is known for great golfing, great music, and the Great Outdoors. Inverness has a distinct look and feel, even to the rest of Cape Breton,… Read more »

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25 Things to Do this Summer in Baddeck & Victoria County

Victoria County encompasses some of the wildest places in Cape Breton. The Cape Breton Highlands Park is the major feature, but you’ll also find adventures on the… Read more »