Island Weekend Getaways
Discover Nova Scotia highlands on spontaneous weekends.
Island Traveler•7 min read•December 7, 2025
Cape Breton Island beckons with dramatic coastal scenery and Celtic culture. Cabot Trail provides world-class scenic driving. Baddeck offers Alexander Graham Bell history. Cape Breton Highlands National Park features wilderness hiking. Drive time from Halifax averages four hours. Book accommodations Thursday for weekend availability. Island culture celebrates Scottish and Acadian heritage. Highland beauty refreshes maritime souls.
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