Planning the perfect vacation often involves more than just packing your bags and heading out on an unforgettable getaway. After deciding where you are going, you need to decide things like what to pack and what to do when you get there. You also need to figure out how you’ll get to your final destination. If your next escape takes you to Cabot Shores, you have a few ways to reach our Cape Breton resort. To help you map out your journey, we’ve put together this guide with some of the main ways to reach our stunning property.
Driving to Cabot Shores
If you prefer to travel by car, there are a few different routes you can take.
- If you’re traveling from Halifax or the mainland, take Highway 102 north toward Truro, then the TransCanada east toward the Conso Causeway. Once on Cape Breton, you’ll want to follow signs to Baddeck before continuing on to Highway 105 to Exit 12.
- For those coming from the north on the Cabot Trail loop, head south on the Atlantic side and pass through Ingonish. Keep going past Wreck Cove General Store, which puts you about 20 minutes north of the resort. Our driveway is on the left, right across from the jewelry store.
What about Flying?
If you live too far to drive the whole way, there are two places you can fly into before picking up a rental car for the rest of your trip.
- Both Air Canada and WestJet serve the Sydney airport. Air Canada flies nonstop to Montreal and Toronto, while WestJet flies to Calgary. The drive from the airport to the Cabot Trail and Englishtown takes about 45 minutes.
- You can also fly into Halifax, which is a major air hub on the mainland. Because of this, you’ll find more flight options and sometimes lower fares. However, the trade-off is having a longer drive to reach our resort.
Take the Ferry
For a unique way to travel, try one of the two ferry routes that connect nearby provinces to Nova Scotia. Both end with a drive to Cape Breton.
- From Newfoundland: Marine Atlantic sails to North Sydney from two ports. Departure days and times can vary throughout the year.
- From Prince Edward Island: Northumberland Ferries runs from Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island to Pictou, Nova Scotia.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Fill your tank before you arrive.
- Download your directions first.
- Some apps or listings show Indian Brook instead of Englishtown, so know the address variations.
- Book your car early in the fall because rentals can book up quickly.
Let Us Answer Your Planning Questions
Whether you have questions about your route or which accommodation at our Cape Breton resort is right for you, the team at Cabot Shores is here to help. From learning more about our yurts or domes to figuring out which of our on-site activities fit your group best, no question is too big or small. Reach out today and start planning your unforgettable visit.