Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island is one of those unforgettable places. Most famous here is the Cabot Trail, a scenic roadway that takes you around the northern part of Cape Breton and has become one of the most famous drives in Canada. Many visitors to Cape Breton Island set aside an entire day – or two, three or four days – to see the sights along the Cabot Trail. Because there are so many scenic overlooks, cultural heritage sites and hiking trails on the Cabot Trail, spending some time planning your excursion will make your road trip much more enjoyable.

My Experience:

• Liked: There are lots of things to do here and the scenery is breathtaking – you can hike the Skyline Trail in the Cape Breton Highlands National Park, see the Alexander Bell museum in  Baddeck, savour fresh seafood in Ingonish, attempt to speak Gaelic in St. Ann’s and discover artisan art in roadside studios all along the way.
• Not so much: Loved everything. Be careful driving, there is also a two lane, winding highway and certain sections of the road are bumpy.