EXPERIENCE GUIDE 2021
NEWFOUNDLAND PORT-AUX-BASQUES NEW BRUNSWICK 6h ST PIERRE ARGENTIA SYDNEY ET MIQUELON PRINCE EDWARD Canada’s 16h Musical Coast ISLAND Celtic fiddling, Acadian dancing and FREDERICTON CHARLOTTETOWN 1h some of the best golfing in the world. 4h 55m 4h 10m (via bridge) 1h 15m (via ferry) + 1h 25m drive 2 104 EAN C MAINE O NOVA SCOTIA HALIFAX C I 2h 40m T N 1h A L T A THE COVID-19 SITUATION ON CAPE BRETON ISLAND Bras d’Or Lake A UNESCO Biosphere We love to welcome visitors, but public safety is paramount at this time. As a result, we want to provide Reserve and inland sea. you with factual and up-to-date information about the situation on Cape Breton Island. You can find this information at: VisitCapeBreton.com/Covid-19
Cabot Trail Meat Cove Cape Breton Highlands Welcome to The journey of a National Park Cape Breton Island lifetime—one of Cape North Prepare for an experience the world’s most Pleasant Bay that will lift up your spirit and At the northern tip of Nova Scotia, scenic drives. awaken your senses. Cape Breton Island is a magical place of Ingonish exceptional scenery, delicious seafood, rich culture, and a spectacular coastline. Chéticamp Sydney Area - Marconi Trail Margaree Rich coal-mining history, There’s so much to see and do on the Island, charming coastal villages, so it’s best if we break it down for you into seven and fine craft. experience categories: Outdoor Adventure, Coastal Adventure, Living Cultures, Culinary, History, Music Englishtown and the Arts, and Golf. Inverness St. Ann’s North Sydney Inside, you’ll find an array of exciting packages and Baddeck Glace Bay experiences that range from touring the world famous Cabot Trial to learning traditional basket weaving with Wagmatcook Sydney an Indigenous Mi’kmaw artisan. Membertou Port Hood Mabou Iona We recommend spending at least five to seven days Whycocomagh Eskasoni on the Island for a full experience. And you may return home after your vacation, but your heart We’koqma’q BRAS d’OR LAKE Ben Eoin Louisbourg will never leave. St. Peter’s Potlotek Louisbourg Area Cover Image - Franey Trail, An eighteenth century Cape Breton Highlands National Park fortress surrounded by rugged beauty. Port Hawkesbury Isle Madame Cape Breton’s South Coast Sumptuous seafood and pristine capes, keys, and coves.
Meat Cove 11 3 12 Cape North Our trails, hills, and mountains provide a wealth of options for 8 Pleasant Bay the outdoor adventurer. Hike in Cape Breton Highlands National Park to a spectacular view of the Cabot Trail as it winds along the Ingonish coastline. Rent a bike and explore Celtic Shores Coastal Trail as it takes you through communities along the west coast of the Chéticamp 7 Island. Have your camera ready for up-close encounters with whales or maybe a moose. Margaree 5 9 Englishtown Port Hood Inverness St. Ann’s North Sydney 2 Baddeck Glace Bay Wagmatcook 6 Sydney Mabou Iona Membertou 1 4 Whycocomagh Eskasoni We’koqma’q BRAS d’OR LAKE Ben Eoin Louisbourg 10 St. Peter’s Potlotek Port Hawkesbury Isle Madame Ingonish Beach, Cape Breton Highlands National Park
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OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Archer’s Edge Luxury Camping Albert Bridge Alpacas Disconnect and Recharge Alpaca Farm Experience 2 1 6 Learn about alpacas and how they with them on the farm. Traditional live with this fun experience for all rug-hooking information is also With views of the sea and sky that our domes. Each geodesic dome offer everything from peaceful is completely self-contained, ages. Bob and Norma Silverstein available, as Norma is well-known contemplation to inspiration for furnished with queen-size bed, cozy adventure, Archer’s Edge Luxury seating, shower, and kitchenette welcome you to their farm and for her special technique. Alpacas Camping is glamping at its finest. suitable for two adults. All domes We offer a place to disconnect provide privacy and full view of the offer a video presentation and and products made from their and recharge so there are no ocean with no obstruction. TVs, phones, or WiFi in any of discussion for you to learn about exotic fibre are for sale. these camelids from Peru. Each alpaca has a unique personality, Find us on Facebook at and you can feed, walk and play @AlbertBridgeAlpacas • Bring a camera for pictures • Minimum two-night stay, no children/pets on property • Monday-Saturday, 1pm-5pm; appointments recommended • Check in Monday, Wednesday, Friday • Boots are optional for walking in the barn • Hiking, biking, and beaches only minutes away $10 individual www.albertbridgealpacas.ca $549.70 for two nights, www.archersedge.info $25 family 1-902-322-7149 tax included 1-902-435-5844
Blue Bayou Resort VisitCapeBreton.com 3 Breton Air Ingonish and the Highlands Helicopter Tour 4 7 Welcome to Blue Bayou Resort, from the National Park limits, along This spectacularly-scenic helicopter have a window seat. Visit our Cape Breton Highland’s Glamping the South Harbour. Come to where tour will give your friends and website for more information Campground, with the comfort the mountains meet the sand, family a fantastic view of the Cabot and other options including of a hotel stay in a billion star where John Cabot made his stand Trail including Cape Smokey, Keltic heli-picnics. Base locations are environment. Breathtaking views in the Heart of the Highlands. Lodge, Ingonish, and the Cape from the Ingonish Landing Marina, are at your doorstep, 200 metres Breton Highlands. Our high- Sydney Airport, and Port of Sydney. performance helicopters allow for Book today and kick this incredible • Book a glamping experience in one of our domes, cozy shacks, RVs, safe operations while all passengers experience off your bucket list! tipis, or RV sites • Daily, 10am-5pm • Weekend single seat specials available • Kayak, canoe, and SUP board rentals onsite • Pricing based on occupancy of five passengers • Onsite ziplining over the harbour (extra cost); 2700 ft. divided into two runs, longest run in the Maritimes Starting at $200 per night www.bluebayouresort.com Starting at $159 www.bretonair.com for domes 1-647-995-1633 plus taxes per person 1-902-789-2169
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Cabot Trail Motel Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort Cabot Trail Adventures Two-night Honeymoon and Hot Tub Package 6 5 8 Arrive early, take the afternoon out of this day so should you. to explore the Village of Baddeck, Your adventure begins; 186 mile Pick your place and pick the Stargaze at night and enjoy a sunset or enjoy a hike at Uisge Ban Falls majestic drive around the World season for your Honeymoon. view of the Bird Islands. Activities Provincial Park. Book your pool Famous Cabot Trail. It’s a full day Or Honeymoon again, along the are in abundance; enjoy hiking or time or enjoy time on our private of vistas, artisans to visit, maybe a Cabot Trail! Visit Cabot Shores snowshoeing (season depending), waterfront, with swimming dock, dip in the ocean. If hiking, whale Wilderness Resort and experience relax and enjoy morning meditation firepit and gazebo. Our Cabot watching, and exploring are more the Cape Breton Highlands and and Qi Gong. Counsel on Cabot Restaurant offers lakeview dining your passion, I think we need to add Atlantic Ocean from a Japanese Trail and Cape Breton itineraries available until 8pm. Breakfast another day or two or three, we can Cedar tub or traditional hot tub. also available. starts at 7am and to get the most help with this too. • Two nights accommodations with hot tub in either a yurt, lodge room, • Based on two people, two nights accommodations with or dome (in season), one session in a Barrell Sauna Cabot Breakfast daily • Admission for two to CBHNP and $50.00 gift certificate to • Dinner for two each night (vegetarian, seafood, and meat options) Cabot Restaurant (does not apply to alcohol beverages) • Subject to availability, some restrictions apply, must book directly • All-you-can-eat healthy buffet breakfast for two each morning with the property. Starting at $570 www.cabotshores.com $359 plus taxes based www.cabottrailmotel.com plus taxes and gratuity per couple 1-866-929-2584 on double occupancy 1-902-295-2580
Cape Breton Highlands National Park VisitCapeBreton.com Lake Nights Cape Breton Highlands National Park 7 Skyline Sunset Hike 8 9 As the darkness creeps in, listen for during the vibrant nocturnal walk Immerse yourself in the splendor two hours before sunset. The main the haunting sounds of the night “Seeing in the Dark” at Warren Lake. of the sunset as the ocean glistens trail is suitable for most fitness during the “Lantern Walk through Both programs are available weekly below. A walk through the boreal levels. This Destination Canada Time” by Freshwater Lake. Or learn from June to August. Hike duration forest reveals this panoramic view, Signature Experience is just a tips and tricks for using your senses one-and-a-half to two hours. Visit often graced by bald eagles, whales, 10-minute drive from Chéticamp to peek under the cover of night the website for more information. and moose. Here, the mountains Campground. Visit the website for truly meet the sea. The 7.5 km (4.7 more information miles) return guided hike begins • Pre-registration required at visitor centre or by phone • Recommended for ages 12 and up • Weekly, June-October • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to • Three-hour hike, two hours prior to sunset the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. $14.70 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton $14.70 www.parkcanada.gc.ca/capebreton per person 1-902-285-2535 per person 1-902-224-2306
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Helicopter Tours with Celtic Air Services Chanterelle Country Inn & Cottages See Cape Breton like You’ve Never Seen it Before The Cape Breton Sampler 10 9 10 A sampler of not-to-be-missed the estuary of North River as it Cape Breton experiences flows into St. Ann’s Harbour and Come and fly with Celtic Air Services Don’t miss out on this unique and see the world-famous Cabot family-friendly experience that’s introducing the Island’s history, the Atlantic Ocean. The 100km Trail, and Cape Breton Highlands guaranteed to leave you with National Park. Our exhilarating unforgettable memories and a new- culture, and nature. The eco-award Restaurant serves a refined, tours will fly you over some of found appreciation of this Island Cape Breton’s most sought-after we call home. winning Chanterelle Country Inn locally-sourced menu, which locations, showing you breathtaking views of our rugged coastlines like Email [email protected] & Cottages is the perfect place to changes daily depending on what you’ve never seen them before. to book your next tour! take in the beauty and bounty of is fresh. And it’s served on the Cape Breton. The 100-acre estate veranda accompanied by flocks of sits high on a brae overlooking hummingbirds. • Award-winning inn and cottage accommodations • Visit our website for tour locations and times • Contact us to get your helicopter tour gift certificate today • Travel packages designed to sample the culture, history, cuisine, and nature of Cape Breton • Daily menu created by our chef from local ingredients Starting at $815 plus taxes www.chanterelleinn.com Starting at $145 www.celticairservices.com per person 1-866-277-0577 per person 1-902-625-2206
Highlands Hostel VisitCapeBreton.com The Temple of High Adventure and Culture True North Destinations 11 Wellness Weekends - A Signature Luxury Dome Retreat 12 The famous Highlands Hostel is a Located in the village of Cape North- 11 Cabot Trail must! This four-season -the Winter Capital of Nova Scotia- outdoor adventure base camp is -at the very top of the Cabot Trail. Join us for a weekend of art, yoga, yoga classes with Breathing Space strategically nestled between the Highlands Hostel is action central wine and hiking that offers the CB, guided local hike, local wine Cape Breton Highlands National in Cape Breton’s wildest corner! perfect combination of island and chocolate tasting, east coast Park and the soft, sandy beaches Bring what you need to explore the adventure and highland repose in art party, oceanside campfires of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy any Highlands, we’ll provide the cozy your luxury geodesic dome! What’s with music, intro to meditation and of the 32 hikes, 12 beaches, and base camp. Large groups of up to included: welcome wine and hors mimosa closing of the weekend. refreshing rivers within an hour of 25 are welcome. Stay two days, or d’oeuvres, continental breakfast, Each guest will also receive a the hostel; and the best one is right you’ll wish you did! Check out our one light lunch, one dinner, guided keepsake tee or tank. out the back door. Instagram @highlandshostel. • #1 Winter Destination! Large groups welcome! • Two-night weekend stay • Ski at Ski Cape Smokey, Snowshoe at North Highlands Nordic • August 27-29, October 1-3 • Jam Sessions – Sandy Beaches – Let’s get firewood • Stay must be booked by quad occupancy Open Year Round, Prices Vary www.highlandshostel.ca Starting at www.truenorthdestinations.ca 1-833-381-6553 $454 per person 1-833-223-6637
Meat Cove 17 Cape North 15 14 20 Cape Breton Island has some of the most dramatic Pleasant Bay coastline in the world. A great way to explore it is by kayak, Ingonish giving you an intimate and engaging experience with your surroundings. Take a relaxing sailing tour on the Bras d’Or Chéticamp Lake, an inland saltwater sea and UNESCO Biosphere, or adventure onto the Atlantic to see whales, seals and 14 18 seabirds, and our incredible coastal vistas. Margaree 26 21 Englishtown PWlehaasleanWt aBtacyhing, Chéticamp 25 St. Ann’s North Sydney Inverness 27 Glace Bay Baddeck 19 28 Sydney Wagmatcook 23 13 Membertou Mabou Iona Eskasoni Port Hood Whycocomagh We’koqma’q B R A S d2’ O4R L A K E Ben Eoin Louisbourg 16 Potlotek St. Peter’s 22 Port Hawkesbury Isle Madame
Sail Cape Breton Bras d’Or Lake
COASTAL ADVENTURE Cabot Coast Amoeba Sailing Tours Coastal Living 13 14 14 Step aboard the Amoeba for a the beautiful Baddeck shoreline. Cabot Coast Chimney Corner and National Park, and the Margaree sailing experience as unique and Relax and enjoy an entertaining South Harbour cottage rentals River. Enjoy additional onsite unforgettable as Cape Breton’s and educational narrative of provide you with the ideal vacation experiences such as a sunset cruise, Bras d’Or Lake. Observe the the area. Call, email (info@ spots around Cape Breton Island. seaside sauna, or wood-fired hot majestic bald eagles as they circle amoebasailingtours.com) or sign Minutes from world-class golf tub for some coastal relaxation and the boat. See Alexander Graham up at the wharf. Join us for a sail on courses like Cabot Links and Cabot rejuvenation. Bell’s mansion, Beinn Bhreagh, and Baddeck’s iconic Schooner! Cliffs, the Cape Breton Highlands • Departing from the Baddeck Wharf: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm and 6:30pm • Open Year Round (July and August only) • Located in Inverness and South Harbour • Affordable group rates for private sails • Check-in 3pm, Check-out 11am • Seating and standing room, licensed bar aboard Adults $30 plus tax www.amoebasailingtours.com Prices Vary www.cabotcoast.com 902-235-2335 Children (5-15) $15 plus tax 1-902-295-7780
Cabot Trail Adventures Sea It All with Cabot Trail VisitCapeBreton.com Adventures; Sea Kayak, Cycle and Paddle Board Cape Breton Sailing Charters 15 Sail the Ocean and the Inland Sea 16 We provide quality sea kayaks, the local village, quarry, St. Paul 15 paddle boards, and bicycles for Island Lighthouse and Hideaway your Cabot Trail adventure. Oyster Farm and Café (with the The magical Bras d’Or Lake is Live aboard the boat dockside This customizable package offers opportunity to sample their fresh connected to the Atlantic Ocean overnight like cruising sailors in you flexibility to take our guided local oysters). Your guides will also by a historic tidal-lock canal at St. port. Take the helm, handle the half-day sea kayak tour, including set you up for a paddle boarding Peter’s. This two-day/two-night sails, get a sailing lesson, or some instructions, combined with lesson and experience. Self-guided sailing adventure for up to four coaching. Or just chill and enjoy the our half-day Atlantic Fisheries options are also available. people provides an opportunity to quiet ride and open air. cycling tour, which explores sail on both these bodies of water. • Three half-day activities (self-guided options are available) • June 17-September 15, two days/two nights, BYOB • Suitable for ages 13 and up • Check in with owner on tips for sailing attire • June 1-September 30, 10am, Monday-Saturday • Departing and returning to Lions Marina, St. Peter’s $175 plus taxes www.cabottrailoutdooradventures.com $2000 for up to four www.capebretonsailing.com people, tax included 1-902-631-5050 per person 1-902-383-2552
COASTAL ADVENTURE CB West Paddle Boards Captain Mark’s Whale & Seal Cruise Margaree River Run Zodiac Whale Watching 18 17 Captain Mark’s is Pleasant Bay’s eagles and various sea birds. Off 16 most experienced whale watching in the distance you may even get a company. Operating for 27 years, glimpse of moose or bears. Capt. Mark, his son Capt. Ben The scenery on its own is and Capt. Nicole take you along breathtaking. The spectacular rock The Self-Guided tour begins in No experience required, just Margaree Forks and weaves you a fun attitude and confidence! Cape Breton’s pristine coastlines and cliff formations, mysterious sea through a series of salmon pools, We provide you with kayak/ into the lush interval farmlands. paddleboard and gear rentals, as in search of whales like pilot, caves, waterfalls, abandoned Offering a little more than your well as transportation on the River, typical flat-water paddle, this lazy as this is a one-way trip. minke, finback and humpback. cove settlements and colourful run has a few tricks up its sleeve. www.cbwestsup.com You may also see seals, bald fishermen just make it more so! • Two to three-hour duration 1-902-224-5770 • Daily June 15-October 1 • June 15-September 30 • Available at 9am and 1pm • 10am, 1pm, 4pm (two to three-hour duration) • Dress in layers, preferably water-resistant clothing. We provide $50 per person life jackets and rent rain suits. Bring sunscreen, camera, and water. $65 adult, $60 senior, Book online at: $50 child (6-18) www.whaleandsealcruise.com
Cruise and Learn Adventure Sailing School VisitCapeBreton.com 19 20 Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari 17 Cruise and Learn Adventure Sailing students will receive a copy of the Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari is located You will also encounter various School (CLASS) offers Canadian Canadian Recreational Yachting in the tiny fishing village of Neil’s seabirds, seals and, in August Recreational Yachting Association Association sailing manual. Harbour, just below the lighthouse. and September, the impressive accredited sailing lessons. Students Students successfully completing Join us and embark on a minimum leatherback turtle. Combine this will live aboard our 37-foot Tayana the five-day course will receive two-hour adventure in search of with the rocky cliff shoreline of Cutter-rigged sloop for three or certification as either a Competent different whale species such as fin, northern Cape Breton and it will be five-day sessions, learning and Crew or Day Skipper, depending on pilot, minke, humpbacks an unforgettable experience! applying all aspects of handling the level of course taken. and others. and sailing the vessel. Registered • Daily Tours: 10am, 12:30pm, 3pm, 5:30pm, plus private tours • Weekly, June 1-September 30 • We supply all the gear required on your adventure, rain or shine • Warm clothing is required, rain gear, and waterproof footwear • Ages three and under not recommended $750 per student (5-day class) www.cruiseandlearn.org $49 adults www.dixonszodiacseafari.com $500 per student (3-day class) 1-800-717-1432 $35 students 1-855-259-4122 $25 children 10 & under
COASTAL ADVENTURE Groundswell Pub & Inn Donelda’s Puffin Boat Tours Date Night Package Puffins, Eagles, Seals, and Memories of a Lifetime 22 21 18 Located just 20 minutes east of hour bird watching experience. Come explore D’Escousse with a overnight stay at the Groundswell the seaside village of Baddeck, You’ll also likely see kittiwakes, date night package including a full Pub & Inn, and a hot breakfast Donelda’s Puffin Boat Tours take razorbills, and even bald eagles. day of adventuring on the water! with coffee or tea. Watersport you to the nesting grounds of the Watching grey seals basking on the This package includes a welcome equipment/life jackets are provided. adorable black, white, and orange- rocks is also a probability. The Bird bottle of Nova 7, charcuterie- Please wear appropriate clothing to beaked Atlantic puffin. Sightings are Islands are an official bird sanctuary style picnic, rental of watersport be on the water. guaranteed on this two-and-a-half located one mile off Cape Dauphin. equipment and lifejackets, • Adults: $52 (Card) $48 (Cash) CAA/AAA discounts available • Any food allergies or preferences to be provided at time of booking • Seniors: $50 (Card) $46 (Cash) • Must be 19 years of age or older • Youth 7-12 $22 (Card) $19 (Cash) • Add an additional night stay for $100 • Ages six and under Free $19 to $52 plus taxes www.puffinboattours.com $265 plus taxes www.thegroundswell.ca and gratuities 1-877-2PUFFIN per couple 1-902-777-7777
Jet Ski Baddeck VisitCapeBreton.com 23 Kayak Cape Breton & Cottages 24 19 Take one of our new Sea-Doos Breton Island has to offer at your With four unique accommodations (with better views) in our trailer or out around the beautiful Bras own pace. Or ride through the on 70 acres of property on the Bras boat house apartment. d’Or Lake for half an hour or an waves to cool off on a warm day, d’Or Lake, we offer options for both hour, and experience some of the it’s up to you! adventure and relaxation. Stare up Don’t miss our double-sided beach: breathtaking scenery that Cape at the stars from our eco dome, salt water on one side, fresh on the watch the Bald Eagles soar over the other. Rent a kayak, canoe, or SUP, pond from our yurt, or enjoy all and paddle your way to adventure! the comforts of home • Arrive 15 minutes prior to booking • Boat rentals available for a few hours or full day • Passengers must be six years of age or older • Open June 1-October 31 (minimum two-night stay) • Daily 10am-8pm, last week of June-early September • Please call or email in advance for boat rentals $60 per 30 minutes, www.jetskibaddeck.ca Prices Vary www.kayakcapebreton.ca $105 per hour 1-902-317-1240 1-902-951-0132
COASTAL ADVENTURE North River Kayak and River Nest Wilderness Cabins Live Life In Tents 26 Margaree River Tubing 25 20 Take a break from your day to relax (LLIT HQ) to our launch point on on the famous Margaree River. the river. Upon completing your Let the currents carry you adventure, you will be driven back to downstream as you dip your toes your vehicle. Multiple convenience in the clean, crisp water. Keep your items are available to make your Join North River Kayak Tours on the After your tour you can relax in your famous Cabot Trail for a half-day, private, hand-crafted, boutique eyes peeled for salmon, eagles and trip seamless. three-hour guided kayak tour and wilderness cabin while gazing out a comfortable stay on-site at River at the North River, reflecting on the the occasional otter. Pair this adventure with one of our Nest Wilderness accommodations. day’s paddle. Ground transportation will take you camping and glamping sites for from Live Life In Tents Headquarters special discounts. • One-and-a-half to three hours • Daily, 9am and 1pm • Bring along a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water, footwear that can • Bring water shoes or sandals, dry change of clothes get wet and a spare change of clothes and drinking water • Please be prepared to have fun! • Daily, July 1-September 3 $30 per person www.livelifeintents.com $287 per couple www.northriverkayak.com 1-888-865-2925 (discounts for groups larger than 10) 1-902-452-1600
Scottish Cottage Puffin Package VisitCapeBreton.com with Bird Island Boat Tours St Ann’s Motel 27 Fish, Stay, and Relax 28 21 This nature and culture package is College to learn about Scottish Located at the entrance to the saltwater harbour, or enjoy a day for anyone interested in nature, not history, music, battles, tartans world-famous Cabot Trail, St. fishing at St. Ann’s Point. just puffins! See puffins, seabirds, and more. Includes two-night Ann’s Motel is a place to relax and The tackle and rods will be provided and seals on this three-hour tour accommodations in a one- unwind. Breathe in the fresh ocean free of charge for use while of the Bird Islands by boat. Visit bedroom cottage by the ocean. air as you watch the eagles soar enjoying a two-night stay. Colaisde na Gàidhlig | the Gaelic overhead, go for a swim in the • June 14-August 29 • Other deluxe packages are available • Please call to book packages as they are based on availability • Boat tour is rain or shine in a covered boat • Use of fishing equipment is provided as part of your two-night stay • Two-day Package (three-hour boat tour, one-hour museum visit, two-night stay) $399 plus taxes www.birdisland.net Prices Vary www.stannsmotel.com per couple 1-800-661-6680 1-866-295-2976
Meat Cove Cape North The Mi’kmaq have lived here since time immemorial and their Pleasant Bay culture continues to thrive with legends, music, and stories that have been passed down over generations. The Acadians came to 30 Ingonish the Island from the mid to late 1700’s, adding their vibrant French culture and joie de vivre to the Cape Breton story. From the mid Chéticamp 1700’s to late 1800’s, the Island welcomed Gaelic immigrants from Scotland who brought their language and culture. Margaree Englishtown These three foundational cultures are central to the Island’s identity, Inverness 31 North Sydney but industrialization and globalization brought more people from Glace Bay around the globe, creating a diverse multicultural society. St. Ann’s Sydney Port Hood 34 Baddeck 36 Wagmatcook Membertou 35 32 Eskasoni Mabou 29 33 Whycocomagh Iona We’koqma’q BRAS d’OR LAKE Ben Eoin Louisbourg St. Peter’s Potlotek Port Hawkesbury Isle Madame Acadian Dancers, Chéticamp
Eskasoni Cultural Journeys Eskasoni
LIVING CULTURES Cape Breton Highlands National Park Baile nan Gàidheal | Highland Village Sharing Stories: Mi’kmaw Culture Made of Stories – Experiential Visit 30 29 24 Step back in time at Baile nan first-hand. Your visit to our living Hear the story of Sismoqnapui one of the other cultural programs Gàidheal | the Highland Village history site overlooking the Bras Skwe’j—Sweetwater Maiden, a including campfires, storytelling, Museum this summer. Chronicling d’Or Lake will take you through young Mi’kmaw woman who, and games. Programs are delivered the story of the Nova Scotia 12 historic buildings and four based on oral history, was the first by Indigenous author, Parks Canada Gaels through generations, our distinct eras, inspiring curiosity to discover and boil sismoqnapui interpreter, and former chief, Mary costumed animators invite you and appreciation for Nova Scotia’s (maple sap) in Mi’kma’ki (Eastern Louise Bernard. Visit the website for to experience a piece of Gaelic rich Gaelic traditions. Tha sinn an North America), or participate in more information. history, language, and culture dòchas gun tig sibh air chéilidh! • Costumed storytelling staff • Weekly, June-October, 1-1.5 hours duration • June 23-September 12, 10am-4:30pm, Wednesday-Sunday & holiday Mondays • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. $11 adult, $9 senior, www.highlandvillage.ca Free with park www.parkscanada.gc.ca/capebreton $25 family 1-866-442-3542 entrance pass 1-902-224-2306
Colaisde na Gàidhlig | The Gaelic College VisitCapeBreton.com Interactive Cultural Demonstrations Eskasoni Cultural Journeys 31 32 25 Get a first-hand look at the living learn common Gaelic phrases and a P’jilasi. “Welcome” in our native interpreters who are delighted to tongue. The 2.4km hiking trail share their knowledge with you. traditions of Nova Scotia Gaels song during a milling frolic, tap your will take you along the Bras d’Or Learn to dance, make axe handles, Lake and its beautiful scenery. and traditional four cents bread with these interactive cultural www.ktlouessktaoplrividegtrea.dciational music, and Experience several facets of over an open fire. Your tour will demonstrations. Witness the 1-86w6a-t9c2h9o-u2r5m98aster weaver create traditional life as you meet take two hours and leave you construction of the original kilt, one-of-a-kind pieces at the loom. and interact with our heritage wanting more! • June-September, weekdays, 10:30am-2pm • Group rates available • Lunchtime Ceilidhs, 12:15pm-1pm, $15 • Specialty tours upon request • Wednesday Night Ceilidhs, 7:30pm-9pm, $10 • Reservations required Ch$il4d0rSeptAnuedd1rue0plnte&strs$suo4$nn93d.50e.0r00$25.0w0ww.weswkw1a-s.9do0inx2i8oc-59nu57slt9zu2o-r50da91ilaj94oc01us2ren2aefayrsi..ccaom $10 adult, $8 youth, www.gaeliccollege.edu $25 per family of four 1-902-295-3411
LIVING CULTURES Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site Kluskap Ridge RV Park and Campground 34 Mi’kmaw Interpretive Centre 33 26 Share stories, celebrate traditions, Get a glimpse into history through Experience the heartbeat of and make yourself some four and explore cultural connections. images and artifacts, then Mother Earth. Feel your heart cents bread over the fire, while Storytellers invite you to learn experience authentic language, connect to the drum on the hearing ancient stories of Kluskap. about the rich heritage of Unama’ki drumming, and demonstrations sacred mountain of our people. Thursday evenings at six for our and the important role of L’nu, gathered around a campfire. Visit Kluskap Ridge celebrates life with campers or book privately for also known as the Mi’kmaq, in the website for more information the drum. You will participate in your campsite. eighteenth century Louisbourg. the social dances of the Mi’kmaq • Daily, June-mid-October • Book a private drum circle for your campsite by emailing [email protected] • Parks Canada has made a number of changes to operations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Visitors are encouraged to consult • Full Camp Drum Circle occurs every Thursday at 6pm parkscanada.gc.ca regularly for up-to-date trip planning information. Free with site www.parkscanada.gc.ca/louisbourg Prices Vary www.kluskapridge.ca entry pass 1-902-733-3552 1-902-929-2598
VisitCapeBreton.com Membertou Heritage Park St. Ann’s Motel Experience Mi’kmaq Culture 35 36 27 Come visit the Membertou drumming and chanting. Partake in authentic Mi’kmaq open fire with a Mi’kmaq Heritage Hertiage Park for our 20 All workshops are offered daily activities on our private beach, Interpretor, and a smudging experiences for under $20! We pending availability of supplies steps away from your room at St. ceremony. You will become one offer many experiences from and instructor. Please call to Ann’s Motel. This culturally-rich with nature and hear stories of the making your own moccasins, book your workshop and visit experience includes a traditional Mi’kmaq culture that have been dream catchers, medicine our website for a list of all 20 basket weaving demonstration, passed down for centuries. pouch, or baskets to learning experiences. making four cents bread over an about Mi’kmaq • Open year-round • Activities vary as weather permits • 9am-4:30pm daily during peak season (June-October) • Please call to book this package • Monday to Friday (November-May) • Open to all ages Under $20 per person www.membertouheritagepark.com Prices Vary www.stannsmotel.com 1-902-567-5333 1-866-295-2976
Meat Cove 50 Cape North Cape Breton Island is recognized among culinary enthusiasts Pleasant Bay as a “must-eat” region for its renowned shellfish. The finest lobster and snow crab in the world comes from 52 Ingonish the cold coastal waters off Cape Breton. From foraging for 47 mushrooms to buying grass-fed Highland beef at a farmers market, the Island celebrates local ingredients, used on the Chéticamp menus of many local restaurants. Pair your meal with a local craft beer, North America’s first Single Malt Whisky, or rum 41 aged to perfection at the Fortress of Louisbourg. Margaree 48 Englishtown Port Hood St. Ann’s North Sydney 46 43 Inverness 37 40 44 Glace Bay Baddeck38 Sydney Wagmatcook 45 Membertou 51 Mabou 39 Eskasoni Whycocomagh Iona 42 We’koqma’q BRAS d’OR LAKE Ben Eoin Louisbourg St. Peter’s Potlotek Port Hawkesbury 49 Isle Madame Big Spruce Brewing, Nyanza
Rusty Anchor Restaurant Pleasant Bay
CULINARY EXPERIENCES Auld Farm Inn B&B and The Freight Shed Baddeck Lobster Suppers Stay and Dine in Island History 38 37 30 This package offers travelers the these buildings goes back over a Fresh hard-shell lobster and Breton Island, where they farmed opportunity to stay for one night at century, so guests will have a true all-you-can-eat chowder and the land and fished the waters to Auld Farm Inn B&B with an evening experience of the culture of Cape mussels! Incredible! And while the provide for their family. meal at The Freight Shed Bistro Breton, both in accommodation food is amazing, so too are the in Baddeck. The history of both of and food. stories behind the food. Arriving The Montgomery men continue to from Scotland in 1828, John fish these shores today, bringing Montgomery and his wife planted the finest fresh lobster to Baddeck their roots along the coast of Cape Lobster Suppers. • Reservations at The Freight Shed exclusive to this package • Locally-fished hard-shell lobster, Atlantic salmon, • Alcoholic beverages not included in package price Cape Breton snow crab or AAA striploin steak • Available June 1-September 30 • All-you-can-eat mussels and chowder • Locally-sourced wines and spirits $220 plus taxes and www.auldfarminn.ca Prices Vary www.baddecklobstersuppers.ca gratuities per couple 1-902-295-1977 1-902-295-3307
Big Spruce Brewing VisitCapeBreton.com Organic Craft Beer and Farm-to-Fork Food Truck Breton Brewing Co. 39 A Taste of Cape Breton 40 31 Experience Atlantic Canada’s With live music on our cozy patio, Breton Brewing opened its doors preservative-free ales and lagers. only certified organic on-farm a family and dog-friendly outdoor in 2015 and has established itself Experience the magic of this award- craft brewery and hop yard, with bar, and incredible local eats from as a must-see destination on Cape winning brewery by diving into the spectacular views of the UNESCO our own Farm-to-Fork food truck— Breton Island. The taproom and many different styles of beer while Biosphere Bras d’Or Lake, and in- you’ll want to stop by more beer garden offer a lighthearted chatting with the knowledgeable depth tours of our two breweries. than once! atmosphere where patrons can staff about each product’s enjoy a flight of tasters, or a pint of connection to Cape Breton and Unfiltered, Unpasteurized, natural, unfiltered and what goes into every pint. Unbelievably Good Beer! • Brewery open year-round • Now offering home delivery to the local area (30km from brewery) or pick up in store options • Food offered mid-May to mid-October • To order, visit our online store or phone into the brewery • Open 11am-7pm, seven days a week Adults $49.00 • Must be over 19 years of age PinStstuadnednftlsig$h3t5s.0$08 to $10 ChilFdoroedn a1v0a&ilaubnlede$r8$a2n5d.0u0p www.dixw8o15wn-59swz02.ob25d-i9g2ias94cp51sr-2eu22a5cfe3a.7rcia.com Prices Vary www.bretonbrewing.ca 1-902-270-4677
CULINARY EXPERIENCES Founders Restaurant Cabotto Chocolates Shop Ultimate East Coast Share Platter Chocolate in the Making - How’d they do that? 42 41 32 mouth-watering, beautifully Specializing in seafood and beef, cuisine. Selecting the finest local Founders offers a modern twist and fresh ingredients, exploring Located on the world-famous on the iconic steakhouse. Sip and global flavours, and engaging savour in our warm and casually table-side service are all elements Cabot Trail in an old Presbyterian hand-painted and molded elegant ambiance as we serve you that speak to our commitment in with our unique approach to East crafting a truly memorable dining Church turned chocolate shop, chocolates. Live demonstrations Coast hospitality and remarkable experience. you will find Cabotto Chocolates’ June through September on new kitchen! Witness the creative Thursdays from 10am-2pm and process as we turn little pieces of other times by chance. Belgium Chocolate into • Both live and pre-recorded demonstrations are available at various • Locally-fished hard-shell lobster, Atlantic salmon, Cape Breton snow times through the week aside from the time listed above crab, ribeye or tenderloin steak • Suitable for all ages • Located in the exceptional Artisans area of St. Ann’s Bay • Seafood share platter made up of a variety of fresh seafood, lobster, between Trans Canada Exit 11 and the base of Cape Smokey crab, muscles, oysters, shrimp, and haddock • Seasonal dishes and chef’s plates based on catch of the day Free Admission www.cabottochocolates.com Prices Vary www.foundersrestaurant.ca 1-902-929-2324 1-902-828-4653
Glenora Inn and Distillery VisitCapeBreton.com Backstage Pass Governors Pub & Eatery 43 Cape Breton Seafood and Celtic Experience 44 33 See our secrets and learn our the barrel. After experiencing For more than two generations, musicians features music just about history on a tour through our the warehouse, your host will this local family-owned eatery every night of the week, with special inn and distillery. We’ll give you a bring you to the pub for a private has been serving up fresh-from- Cape Breton ceilidhs (pronounced private tour detailing our journey, tutored whisky tasting of various the-ocean seafood of the highest KAY-lees), on Wednesdays and our founder’s vision, the whisky’s Glenora expressions. Starting at calibre, choice hand-cut steaks from Saturdays. For local craft beer, a production, and a backstage pass $125 per person (excluding taxes). the best butchers, and has been Cape Breton-inspired menu and to the Whisky Warehouse where By appointment only, and don’t creating appetizers and mains that warm, down-home hospitality, you you’ll draw a sample directly from forget to bring your camera. are distinctively East Coast. This hot can’t beat a visit to Governors Pub spot for locals and showcase for & Eatery. • Participants must be 19 years or over • All shows before 10pm no charge • Daily - by appointment only • Showtimes daily, updated schedule on Facebook • Begins at 3pm, two-hour duration • Specializes in lobster and local seafood dishes year round $125 per person www.glenoradistillery.com CPhriilcderSsetAnVudad1ure0ylnt&sts$u4$n93d.50e.0r00$25.0w0ww.g1wo-9wv0ew2r.n-d5oi6xr28os-5en75as6tz24eo56rdy9i.ac4oc1sm2e2afari.com 1-800-839-0491
CULINARY EXPERIENCES Island Folk Cider House Inverary Resort Tasting Experience Lakeside Sunset 46 45 34 Enjoy two nights in a king size guest blankets and accompanied by At Island Folk Cider House, we ingredients, we’ve got what you’ll room or suite, with sweet treats charcuterie-style spreads and reach back for a nip of tradition, love. Join us for a tasting and learn in your guest room on arrival. cheeses from Lakeside Restaurant, and then bound forward to new about the cider-making process or Delicious breakfast for two along served with lightly sparkling Nova frontiers to make tasty and creative soak up the sunshine while sipping with two beautiful red adirondack Scotian wine. ciders for good folk like you. Locally a pint in our outdoor space. We are chairs, specially reserved with owned and operated, and proudly open year-round and can’t wait to brewed with only local, high-quality meet you! • Two-day experience • Wednesday-Saturday 10am-8pm, • Available June 13-October 16 Sunday and Tuesday 12pm-6pm, closed on Monday • Food Truck available during summer months • Food from local restaurants delivered to your table all year round Starting at $205 plus taxes per person, www.inveraryresort.com Prices Vary www.islandfolkcider.ca 1-902-577-2099 based on double occupancy 1-800-565-5660
La Société Mi-Carême VisitCapeBreton.com Salt Water, Lobster, and Tunes Sally’s Brook Wilderness Cabins and Eco-Retreat 47 Romance Retreat Package 48 35 Visitors are invited to go retrieve cooking and eating a local favourite. Disconnect with the world and be waiting on the stove for you. salt water from the ocean and learn Local salad greens will also be connect with each other at Sally’s Wake the next morning to birdsong to cook and eat their lobster. served. The night will end with a Brook. Arrive at your cabin to find and a gourmet breakfast basket A cultural interpreter will showcase sunset walk on the rocky beach a bottle of Nova Scotia sparkling delivered to your doorstep, filled the history of the Acadian fishing where guests will be invited to start wine, local artisan chocolate, and with delicious local products. village and the importance of the a fire and gaze at the stars. special savoury snacks. Dinner will arts and culture scene, all while • Rain or shine, outdoor event so please dress accordingly • Three-night package • June and July 6:30pm. August 6pm, September 5:30pm • Includes Nova Scotia wine and artisan chocolates • Monday-Friday • Dinner included each night $75 plus taxes www.events-micareme.com $786 plus taxes Please book online at per person 1-902-224-1016 per couple www.sallysbrook.com
CULINARY EXPERIENCES The Markland and the Lighthouse The Clairestone Inn A True Maritime Experience Acadian Culture and Cuisine 50 49 36 The Markland Coastal Beach Ocean, a homemade breakfast Cottages welcomes you to an and a private, in-depth, tour of Explore the wild, natural beauty the fishermen. Package includes overnight stay in a delightful the iconic St. Paul Island South of Isle Madame and discover the a self-guided tour of Petit de Grat, coastal community rich in history, West Lighthouse. Built in 1915 and traditional culture and cuisine of overnight accommodations at The culture, and landscape. Your relocated to Dingwall in 2010, this the Acadian people. Practice your Clairestone Inn, a delicious Acadian- unique experience includes an heritage lighthouse is a standing French with the friendly locals (learn inspired candlelit dinner for two inspiring three-course dinner, tribute to the lighthouse keepers a few Acadian words), watch the with a bottle of Nova Scotian wine, accommodation in a charming and their families. lobster boats come in with their hot breakfast, and an Acadian- log cabin overlooking the Atlantic catch, walk the wharf, and chat with inspired keepsake. • Available May 15-October 31 • Overnight accommodations at The Markland Coastal Beach Cottages • One-hour tour of St. Paul Island Lighthouse and Museum • Advance reservation required (minimum 48 hours notice) • June 1-October 22 • One-night or two-night options are available (see website for more information) Starting at $285 plus taxes www.theclairestoneinn.com $300 per couple, www.themarkland.com and gratuities per couple 1-902-226-2200 $420 per family of four 1-902-383-2246
The Old Triangle Irish Alehouse VisitCapeBreton.com Your Passport to the Irish Experience! Waves End RV & Campground 51 Fresh Local Lobster and Crab Dinners 52 37 Visit Cape Breton’s locally-owned, selection of both local and Irish An outdoor culinary experience Dinner will be accompanied by live authentic Irish Pub located in the beer, wine, and spirits. Be sure to where local fresh lobster and crab music and as the evening winds heart of downtown Sydney. We try our whisky, wine, and beer flight dinner can be enjoyed with a view down, enjoy a relaxing walk on offer delicious homemade meals samplers. of the sun melting into the ocean the beach, or banter around the including traditional Irish fare; fresh, from the beach, RV, or tent site. campfire. local seafood (seasonal); hand-cut During the winter months, patrons steaks; burgers; pasta dishes; and can sit by the cozy fireplace in our our popular made-from-scratch private room, Finnigan’s Snug. desserts! We also offer a nice • Open daily at noon, seven days a week • June-August, 6pm-9pm, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday • Large, seasonal outdoor rooftop patio overlooking Sydney Harbour • Dinners must be pre-ordered at wavesendrv.ca • Free live, local music most evenings • Lobster and crab will be caught the day of the experience Prices Vary www.oldtrianglesydneyns.com $40 per person www.wavesendrv.ca 1-902-270-8003 1-902-224-0123
Meat Cove Cape North With more fiddlers per capita than anywhere else in the world, Pleasant Bay Cape Breton Island is a hot spot for Celtic music and boasts Ingonish renowned artists like Natalie MacMaster, the Rankin Family, Rita MacNeil, Ashley MacIssac, and many more. The Island Chéticamp also has a rich theatrical scene, from large-scale musicals to a wealth of fabulous local productions. 58 Margaree Englishtown As you travel through our communities, you can meet artisans 53 St. Ann’s North Sydney at work creating one-of-a-kind masterpieces and even try your 57 hand in the process. The Cape Breton Centre for Craft and 55 Glace Bay Design has a must-visit Gallery Shop containing the works of Inverness over 100 Cape Breton artisans. 60 Sydney Baddeck Port Hood Wagmatcook 61 Membertou 59 Eskasoni 54 Mabou Iona Whycocomagh We’koqma’q BRAS d’OR LAKE Ben Eoin Louisbourg 56 St. Peter’s Potlotek Port Hawkesbury Isle Madame Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design, Sydney
Governors Pub & Eatery VisitCapeBreton.com Sydney 65th Annual Broad Cove Scottish Concert 53 39 The Broad Cove Scottish Concert, culture of our Scottish heritage. held every year on the last Sunday Entertainment includes traditional in July, is deemed to be the largest piping, fiddling, dancing, and outdoor Scottish concert on singing. Please check out our Cape Breton. The concert holds Facebook page and website for a great significance to the musical full list of the performers. • Outdoor concert (rain or shine) • Seating available, canteen services, adult beverage tent, parking, security, and washrooms • Sunday, July 25 from 3pm-9pm $25 per person www.broadcoveconcert.ca Under 12 Free
MUSIC & THE ARTS Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design 55 Acoustic Roots Festival 54 The Acoustic Roots Festival is held laundry facilities, showers, food 40 on the 500-acre site of Two Rivers services, walking trails, petting Wildlife Park. The festival features zoo, swimming, WiFi services, and Craft and art often mirror the Shop offers Cape Breton craft in heritage, lifestyle, and geography a wide variety of media including East Coast talent representing observatory for visitors. During of the region where artisans live pottery, jewellery, textiles, visual art, and work – nowhere is this more wood, glass, and more. A dynamic several genres including folk, the festival, music workshops evident than on Cape Breton Island. exhibition space showcases the Cape Breton Centre for Craft & latest work of local artisans as country, Celtic, blues and are presented by some of the Design, located at 322 Charlotte well as regional, national, and Street, is a must-see destination international exhibitions. bluegrass. Festival goers get to performers. To book a campsite in Downtown Sydney. The Gallery enjoy full-service camping for phone 1-902-727-2483. Please trailers and RVs as well as a large visit our website for musician tenting area. The Park also has information. • September 3, 5pm-10pm • Representing over 100 Cape Breton artisans • September 4 and 5, 11am-10pm • Share your craft experiences with us using #ilovecbcraft • Three days, shuttle service available • Open year-round CPhriilcderSsetAnVudad1ure0ylnt&sts$u4$n93d.50e.0r00$25.0w0ww.1cwa-9wp0ew2b-.dr2ei7xt08oo-5nn75cs4rz92ao15fdt9.ica4oc1ms2e2afari.com $12 per day, $30 for three www.acousticrootsfestival.com days (discount for students 1-902-727-2483 and seniors)
Customs House Artisan Incubator VisitCapeBreton.com 56 Doug Fraser Art Gallery 57 41 At the Customs House Artisan Browse the Gallery Shop which Explore Cape Breton Island Born and raised on Cape Breton Incubator in the Town of Port features locally handmade Cape through art experiences. Enjoy a surrounded by Celtic traditions, Hawkesbury, you can see artists Breton craft including leather, private, artist-led guided tour of his it is painting where Doug Fraser in residence at work in one of the textiles, jewellery, pottery, visual art sculpture garden and oil on canvas found his creativity. His oil on state-of-the-art studios and learn and more. Visit the Customs House artist studio. Spend an evening canvas creations can be found in how their products are made. for all things handmade! creating your own acrylic on canvas private and corporate collections masterpiece in a fun class led by worldwide. Doug Fraser in his working studio. • Share your craft experiences with us using #ilovecbcraft • Appropriate for all ages • Open year-round • Times vary, booking available on our website or by phone • Additional information available on our website Prices Vary www.capebretoncraft.com/customs-house Prices Vary www.dougfraserart.com 1-902-625-1928 1-902-258-2455
MUSIC & THE ARTS Highland Arts Theatre Glass Artisans Studio & Gallery 59 Glass Blowing Experience 58 42 Highland Arts Theatre, or of-the-art performance space. In “The HAT” as it’s affectionately just a few short years, The HAT You can learn the process for pick up the following day or it called, is downtown Sydney’s has become a consistently reliable by watching an experienced can be shipped. You can book the premiere performance venue for professional theatrical presence glassblower create a paper weight experience by emailing at least a theatre, music, dance, and the in downtown Sydney, producing in your choice of colours and day ahead. *Custom paper weight performing arts. Formerly the home quality productions with a special design. Your creation will be ready cost $100 plus tax and shipping. of historical St. Andrew’s Church, emphasis on Cape Breton songs the venue officially re-opened in and stories. 2014 as a newly renovated, state- • Gallery open seven days a week, 10am-6pm • Theatre, music and dance productions for everyone’s taste • Blowing Studio open Thursday-Monday, 10am-5pm • All Mainstage tickets are now free-of-charge thanks to doniations through our Radical Access Program. • For full schedule and package offers, visit our website listed below Prices Vary www.glassartisans.ca Prices Vary www.highlandartstheatre.com 1-902-929-2585 1-902-565-3637
KitchenFest! | Féis a’ Chidsin! VisitCapeBreton.com 60 Theatre Baddeck 2021 Season 61 Theatre Baddeck offers award- neighboring Irish families; Where 43 winning professional theatre, You Are - a romantic comedy about The island-wide Gaelic music culture, bringing the kitchen-ceilidh delighting visitors to Baddeck village family, love, loss and life; Charles festival is back for year eight as feel to the forefront. Fiddles and with high-quality entertainment Dickens Writes A Christmas Carol - an Colaisde na Gàidhlig | the Gaelic bagpipes, concerts and céilidhs, that has that distinct Cape Breton adaptation of the Christmas classic College presents KitchenFest! Féis food and drink, Gaelic language and flavour of hilarious and heart- that is full of music, dance, comedy, a’ Chidsin! from June 25 to July 4, song, informality and hospitality— warming. Our 2021 Season: Outside and tender moments to brighten 2021.The annual celebration of consider this your official invitation Mullingar— a sweet comedy about the holiday season. Cape Breton-based Gaelic music to Cape Breton’s biggest kitchen gives locals and visitors alike insight céilidh! into this distinct and vibrant living • July 15-August 7, September 2-25, December 2-11 • June 25-July 4 • Tuesday-Friday 7:30pm, Saturday 3:30pm and 8pm, Sunday 3:30pm • Generally, performances are up to three hours • Full performance calendar: www.theatrebaddeck.com/calendar • Island-wide festival TicketAsd$u1lt8st$o4$93.020 $10 to $25 per person www.kitchenfest.ca (seeStwudeebnsittse$f3o5r .00 wwwwww.th.deixaotrnesbzaodddiaeccske.caofamri.com 1-902-295-3411 Childfruellnp1ri0ce&liusnt)der $25.00 1-9028-5451225-791421222
Meat Cove Cape North Travel back to the 1700’s at the Fortress of Louisbourg National Pleasant Bay Historic Site where world powers once fought for control of a Ingonish continent. French soldiers march through the streets of the town as ladies and gentlemen dance in formal parlours. Cannon fire shakes Chéticamp the ground as harpsichord tunes mingle with the aroma of baking bread drifting from the stone bakery. Margaree Englishtown Delve into the mind of a genius at the Alexander Graham Bell Inverness St. Ann’s North Sydney 64 National Historic Site to see how the inventor helped shape the modern world, from communication to flight to artificial respiration. 62 Glace Bay Explore one of our many other museums and heritage sites. Sydney Baddeck Port Hood Membertou Wagmatcook Mabou 63 Eskasoni 65 Whycocomagh Iona We’koqma’q BRAS d’OR LAKE Ben Eoin Louisbourg St. Peter’s Potlotek Port Hawkesbury Isle Madame Cape Breton Miners Museum, Glace Bay
Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site Louisbourg
HISTORY Cabot Trail Motel Alexander Graham Bell National Blast To The Past Historic Site White Glove Tour 63 62 46 For an authentic look into our days Your next excursion is to the past, these two adventures are a Highland Village, in the beautiful Get an exclusive look into the lives See fascinating objects and must. The Alexander Graham Bell community of Iona, this living of Alexander Graham Bell and his artifacts up close, from the National Historic Site in Baddeck is museum will embrace you with loving and trailblazing wife Mabel blueprints of famous inventions home to the treasures and stories the stories, culture and sense of Hubbard Bell. With a passionate to Bell’s personal walking stick. of one of the worlds most famous life in the early days of the settling guide leading a small group, this Visitors are encouraged to consult inventors’ and Mabel, his wife and of our Nova Scotia Gaels. Imagine behind-the-scenes tour uncovers our website regularly for updated business partner. Their love is a yourself in a time when milk came more of their inspiring story. trip planning information. story of invention and compassion, directly from cows and sweaters the telephone was only the from sheep. beginning of their adventures. • July-October, daily 30 minute tour • Based on two people, two nights accommodations with • Limited to four people per group, ages 12 and up Cabot Breakfast daily • Due to COVID-19 protocols, a magnifying glass will be used to view • Admission for two to sites and $50.00 gift certificate to objects up close, they cannot be picked up Cabot Restaurant (does not apply to alcohol beverages) • Subject to availability, some restrictions apply, must book directly with the property. Call about our family special. $12.27 www.parkscanada.gc.ca/bell $399 plus taxes based www.cabottrailmotel.com per person 1-902-295-2069 on double occupancy 1-902-295-2580
Cape Breton Miners Museum VisitCapeBreton.com A Day in the Life of a Cape Breton Coal Miner Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site 64 Lartigue House Overnight Experience 65 Journey into the depths of Ocean living and mining in Cape Breton. 47 Deeps Colliery, a coal mine located Above ground, tour our interactive beneath the Museum building. exhibits and the Miners Village to Whether you are a couple looking truly unique, camping-with-a-roof Meet your tour guide, a former coal learn more about the coal industry for a romantic getaway or a family experience. You’ll feel like you have miner, at the entrance to the mine and the men and boys who worked looking for a fun adventure, a the whole Fortress to yourself! and dress in a poncho and hard tirelessly underground, and the memorable stay awaits you at the Lanterns, propane stove, and hat to prepare for the authentic women who kept the coal fires Lartigue house. Located within access to a fire pit are included. experience ahead. He will entertain burning! the reconstructed Fortress, this Call for availability. you with rich and lively stories of 18th century style home offers a • The underground tour lasts an hour and fifteen minutes • No bedding is provided • For people with mobility issues we recommend the above ground Virtual Mine Tour, a 10 minute ride through the last century of coal • Check in 4:15pm/Check out 9:15am mining in Cape Breton • Opening June 30, Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-6pm • Available weeky May 24 (Victoria Day)-October 16 Adults $49.00 $18 per person www.minersmuseum.com 1-902-849-4522 Ch$1ild2r2Se.t6nu4d1pe0en&rtsnu$ing3dh5et.r00$25.0w0ww.park1s-c9a0n2a-d73a3.g-c3.5ca5/2louisbourg
Meat Cove Cape North Golf was invented for places like this. Tee off at our Island’s many Pleasant Bay courses, designed to complement the stunning terrain, surrounded Ingonish by sweeping cliffs and majestic ocean views. Chéticamp The game of golf is about places — the challenge, beauty and prestige of the course. There are approximately 35 thousand golf Margaree Englishtown courses in the world, but only a selection of these embrace the true spirit of the game. Cape Breton is one of those places with 3 courses Inverness St. Ann’s North Sydney in Golf Digest’s World 100 Greatest Courses. Glace Bay 66 Port Hood Sydney Baddeck Wagmatcook Membertou Mabou Iona Eskasoni Whycocomagh We’koqma’q B R A S d ’ O R L A K E 68 Ben Eoin Louisbourg 67 St. Peter’s Potlotek Port Hawkesbury Isle Madame The Lakes Golf Course, Ben Eoin
Cabot Cliffs Inverness
Bell Bay Golf Club Dundee Golf Club Bell Bay Twilight Experience Play & Stay 66 67 50 Overlooking Cape Breton d’Or Lake beyond. Our package Dundee Resort Golf Course is a of Halifax. Dundee has been Island’s scenic hub of Baddeck, includes nine holes of golf with golfer’s dream with rich forest, lush renovated and upgraded for the this spectacular course offers rental clubs, pushcart, three Bell lawns and spectacular views of the season and has a Pontoon boat for shutterbugs a strategic vantage Bay logo golf balls, and a bag of Bras d’Or Lake. This year, enjoy adventures on the Bras d’Or. Bring point as it zigzags its way up a tees. Driving carts are available for exceptional dining at Dundee with the family for the perfect vacation, steady slope above the scenic an additional charge. Golf must be our new menu and dining staff the kids will enjoy recreation tourist town, with the twinkling Bras booked using Promo Code: Twilight managed by Scanway Catering activities and water adventures. • Golf dress code is to be observed • One night accommodation and breakfast • Package is available after 4pm on weekdays throughout the golf season • One round of golf with shared power cart • Book by emailing [email protected] or calling 902-295-1333 • Based on double occupancy $50 plus tax per person www.bellbaygolfclub.com From $95 per person plus tax www.dundeeresort.com $90 plus tax per couple 1-902-295-1333 (shoulder) 1-844-638-6333 From $145 per person plus tax (peak)
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