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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A Cabot Trail motorcycle tour is an exhilarating experience, allowing riders to explore the stunning landscapes and breathtaking scenery of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. There’s nothing like cruising the countryside with the smell of the ocean nearby as you ride from spot to spot, searching for hidden gems and meaningful moments.
With its beautiful natural surroundings, unique accommodations, and incredible onsite event amenities, Cabot Shores is a superb Nova Scotia wedding venue you won’t want to overlook for fall ceremonies. And with ideal access to the Cabot Trail and other Cape Breton Island attractions, you and your guests will have plenty to which you can look forward.
Ask any seasoned traveller, and they will likely tell you that eating is a pillar of a good vacation experience. What better way to immerse yourself in the local culture? After all, trying one of your favourite entrees or something new at a recently discovered establishment is atop many vacationers’ checklists. The Cabot Trail restaurants are some of the best in Nova Scotia, from farm-to-table bistros to coastal seafood delicacies.
It’s no secret that singing and dancing play a crucial role in the Cape Breton Island experience. Another cornerstone of our culture is our penchant for the culinary arts. And when you combine these two significant cultural segments of the Cape Breton lifestyle, you get KitchenFest, an enormous celebration in early July, hosted by the Gaelic College, teeming with bagpipes, songs, céilidhs, and fun.
Located less than two hours from Cabot Shores, we know of an excellent place for a day trip, especially if you love learning. With true-to-the-time reenactors, interactive exhibits, and demonstrations, the Fortress of Louisbourg offers a unique opportunity to learn more about Cape Breton Island and its rich, colourful, and complex history. To give you …
As one of North America’s perennial scenic destinations, a Cabot Trail cycling tour is atop many outdoor enthusiasts’ Nova Scotia bucket lists. The renowned highway is a popular draw to Cape Breton Island and has enticed many visitors to Cabot Shores.
Welcome to Cape Breton Island, one of Canada’s most beautiful destinations and a paradise for photography enthusiasts. When visiting the island, Nova Scotia photography is a must-have experience, and there are countless breathtaking spots to capture incredible Cape Breton Island photos. If you stay at Cabot Shores on the Cabot Trail, you’re in luck! Here …
Cape Breton Island is an idyllic destination in Eastern Canada that offers visitors abundant natural beauty, cultural attractions, and exciting activities to enjoy. One of the things that Cape Breton Island is known for is its craft beer and cider scene, which includes some of the best Nova Scotia breweries. If you love libations and …