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Healing Arts: A woman meditates as she finds peace at a wellness retreat at Cabot Shores.

Holistic Health: A Healing Arts Retreat at Cabot Shores

Finding relaxation while planning a vacation can sometimes be a challenge, leaving you more wound up than when you started. At Cabot Shores, we prioritize wellness and the Healing Arts, offering diverse options to help you unwind and rejuvenate—especially in winter. From morning meditation, Qi Gong, and our barrel sauna to individual and group acupuncture …

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Polar Bear Swim: A group of vacationers swimming in cold water off the shore of Cape Breton Island.

A Cabot Shores New Year’s Celebration + Polar Bear Swim

Ringing in a new year should be memorable no matter how many times you do it. Whether your focus tends to be reflecting on ways to improve or looking ahead and planning for the future, celebrating with friends and family is ideal. And while tradition is always a valuable aspect of your annual festivities, Cabot Shores invites you to experience a different kind of New Year’s Eve amid the wintery waters surrounding Cape Breton Island.

Three images that exemplify a Cape Breton Thanksgiving at Cabot Shores.

A Cape Breton Thanksgiving Feast at Cabot Shores

Traditions are important, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try something different, like a Cape Breton Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving at Cabot Shores offers friends and family an opportunity to experience a new approach to the holiday amid tranquil nature and a festive atmosphere. Not only can you and your crew enjoy a lovely dinner together, you may even make new friends along the way. And even if you can’t bring yourself to break tradition or have already made plans for the special occasion, you may want to consider picking up some gift certificates for your loved ones for Christmas.

A musician plays a lute during the Celtic Colours Festival on Cape Breton Island.

Why Stay at Cabot Shores for the Celtic Colours International Festival?

As we’ve discussed, the Celtic Colours International Festival is an exuberant celebration of Cape Breton’s rich cultural heritage buoyed by musical performances, singing, dancing, and storytelling. Unlike other festivals, visitors to our beloved island can expect to find several distinct venues to enjoy this iconic gathering. With nearly 50 concerts and over 200 community events, this unforgettable experience promises to leave a lasting impression. Here’s why Cabot Shores is the perfect place to call home during the Celtic Colours International Festival.

Family poses for a group picture at their family get-together.

10 Reasons to Have Your Family Get-Together at Cabot Shores

Family get-togethers and reunions don’t happen often, so you and your crew may want to consider doing something extraordinary. Nestled along the world-famous Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island, Cabot Shores offers an exceptional venue for creating cherished memories with your loved ones. Here, we’ll offer ten compelling reasons why Cabot Shores is the perfect choice for an outdoor-centric family get-together.

Wedding Venues Nova Scotia: An outdoor wedding ceremony set up.

Wedding Venues Nova Scotia: Autumn Nuptials at Cabot Shores

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.

A pair of musicians play their instruments at KitchenFest on Cape Breton Island.

Cape Breton Events: What to Know About KitchenFest

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.

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