Cape Breton Travel Guide | Cabot Trail Road Trip in Nova Scotia, Canada
Published 2019-08-23
Our first day kicked off early with a drive up to Cape Breton Highlands National Park. We spent 2 days hiking the various trails and searching for the elusive moose. The funniest moment of that hike: there were signs with bear warnings throughout the park so I think that was on the back of everyone’s mind, and of course Togo was walking upfront because he insists on leading the pack. Well, there was a group of hikers coming from the opposite direction and when Togo was the first one to round the bend all by his lonesome self, the hikers saw his black furry face and thought he was a bear! Poor Togo looked really confused - he just wanted to greet the group of hikers.
Of course, no trip to Cape Breton would have been complete without driving the world-famous Cabot Trail, which is named after John Cabot, or Giovanni Caboto, an Italian navigator and explorer, who was one of the first Europeans of modern times to reach North America in 1497. Cabot had been denied support for his expedition in Spain and Portugal, so he went to England, where he received financial support from Henry the Seventh. Cabot's plan was to reach Asia by sailing west along the North Atlantic and he estimated that this route could be shorter and faster than the one recently discovered by Columbus. The exact location of his arrival in North America is unknown, but today the route that borders Cape Breton is named after him.
During our trip to Cape Breton, we also visited the Alexander Graham Bell Historic Site in Baddeck. Alexander Graham Bell is best known as the inventor of the telephone, but he also invented the photophone, the metal detector, the hydrofoil, and he designed the Silver Dart which made the first aircraft flight in Canada. Perhaps more interesting is that apart from all these great inventions, Bell devoted most of his life to teaching the deaf, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather. We really enjoyed this museum and would highly recommend it if you’re in the area.
That's a little taste of our trip to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia! We hope you enjoyed this video and we'll see you in the next episode where we continue our road trip through the Canadian Maritimes. Next up: Prince Edward Island!
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All Comments (21)
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Well, soooo happy to watch this very scenic video of “ My Island” . It has been home to me for 62 years. Wouldn’t love anywhere else. I am a Proud Cape Bretoner !!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Very positive lovely family. Thank you for your guide throught maritimes. We are moving out soon to NB from UK can't wait to explore Atlantic Canada!
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Magnificent & so amazing scenery as Sam's dad said eye candy. This series is so relaxing and enjoyable. Canada looks so beautiful in the summertime. Just all of Gods majestic awesome beauty everywhere you look. Thank you so much Sam Audrey and parents for sharing this wonderful trip.
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I love when you have segments of taking your parents with you. Audrey, your dad is so interesting and Samuel your dad is a sweet and gentle soul
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Wow. Cape Breton looks amazing. But yes, very reminiscent of my own Scottish Highlands. Great vid again guys. Keep Blazing the Trail x
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I so love listening to both of your dads and how free-and-easy they are in front of the camera. Great set vacation videos! Thoroughly enjoyed!
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Daniel and George seem like such nice dads. Gotta go back to Canada...so beautiful!!!
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Was so excited to see a video come out clicked right away and I had to see it twice because it was fantastic...My favorite couple Sam and Audrey
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You’ve done it again!!!!! Incredibly gorgeous photography You captured the splendor and majesty of the maritimes!!! Your photography is spectacular. We agree that it is really Togo’s vacation as we always travel with our pups!! Lots of stops !!! We’ve also had dirty wet dogs in the car! We call it the dog mobile You’ve done such a beautiful job with these vlogs! Thanks again for sharing your families with us! Continued safe travels
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Togo!!!! & both Fathers humor lol. I love the family's love.
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I enjoy the family travels but having both dads AND Togi?! #epic
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Another great video of a piece of the Maritimes. I love the Cabot Trail ..so beautiful...I especially like the west coast!
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This is my beautiful island!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️Welcome my friends!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰
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Awe the best part was when Sam thanked his Dad. Cute!
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Currently my favorite vlogger couple, clicked right away after I see the notification. As always awesome video guys. 👌👏 👏
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Awesome video Sam! The views were spectacular and that dinner looked super yummy. Love the history info. Looking forward to the next video.
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I absolutely love these amazing looking buildings. Simple so nice. Thanks for sharing this great video.
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Great video. Cape Breton looks amazing. I enjoyd see you and your nice family!!
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Love the CB series guys!... my home island yay!... Your dad is so much fun to watch on camera. What a chef 👌- Trevor
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Maravilloso paisaje, el azul del mar increíble! Gracias por la colaboración de tu papá muy agradable, tratando de hablar español 👍👏👏 Continuamos con el viaje! Saludos 🙋🇲🇽
