Enjoy a series of blogs by the Cabot Shores team featuring recipes, do it yourself tips, stories and guides to outdoor adventure and what is new on Cape Breton.
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Are you planning a trip to Cape Breton Island? Nestled along the scenic Cabot Trail, Cabot Shores offers unique accommodations like yurts, domes, and glamping options and easy access to some of the best water adventures on the island. Whether you’re interested in a serene paddle on Church Pond or an exhilarating Cape Breton kayak tour, there’s something for everyone.
If you’re planning a trip to Cabot Shores, you know there are plenty of things nearby for outdoor enthusiasts to do. Still, because there are so many thrilling options, you may be struggling to decide where to go and how to spend your time. One way to simplify your planning process is to consider the …
Ceilidhs Are Nearby Cabot Shores Get me to the church on time is an old expression and it takes on more meaning when it involves great Celtic Music at Ceilidhs near Cabot Shores at the St. Ann’s Bay United Church. A Ceilidh is a traditional Scottish or Irish social occasion usually involving …
When we travel to a new destination, learning about the history of the place we’re visiting becomes part of the experience, whether we know it or not. After all, cultural traditions play an important role in immersing ourselves in the locale. In Nova Scotia, lobster has long been a critical staple food of the Indigenous …
As one of our favorite activities, hiking aways seems to be a topic of interest for Cabot Shores’ guests. Of course, there are numerous reasons why hiking is so popular on Cape Breton, from getting good exercise to connecting with nature. Among the compelling motives for exploring the various trails, several nearby waterfalls offer an intriguing opportunity for an immersive adventure. Here, we’ll uncover five excellent options to visit during your stay.
As the winter frost gradually retreats, Cape Breton Island awakens to a spectacular transformation, beckoning adventurers to explore the legendary Cabot Trail. Nestled in an ideal location, Cabot Shores Wilderness Retreat is your gateway to embracing spring’s magic on this renowned corridor.
Talented Cape Breton musicians are helping to kick off Janet Bickerton’s song release on April 13th, and to raise awareness of homelessness on Cape Breton. Besides Janet, some of these talented musicians include guitarist and song writer Fred Lavery of Woodland Sound Studios; jazz pianist Marcel Aucoin; drummer Ron Leadbeater; and electric bassist Ron Johnson. …
Image Credit: Donelda’s Puffin Boat Tours I’ve been asking myself how puffin’s have the time to do such intricate beak-art and unique eye-liner—I mean, to be able to perfect that kind of art while floating in an unforgiving and constantly moving ocean is impressive and a skill many of us humans would love to acquire. …