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Nova Scotia

WHITEPOINT, CAPE BRETON

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drive. Rolling your windows down, the wind whispers ancient tales, caressing your face with the freshness of the forest and sea. More than a mere visual indulgence, you begin to feel the essence of this island in Nova Scotia. The breeze rushes past, taking your stress and worry with it as you continue into the remote beauty of a place protected from the burdens of the modern world. A KALEIDOSCOPE OF ARTISTRY While immersing yourself in the natural palette of the island, you decide to take in the art on display at the Glass Artisans & Studio Gallery. Nestled in the Cape Breton Highlands along Cabot Trail, this studio brings together gifted artists who shape, mold and fire glass into stunning pieces that reflect the pathos of this captivating isle. From intricate stained-glass windows that capture Cape Breton’s folklore to abstract sculptures that play with light and shadow, every piece of art here is a visual delight to ignite your imagination.

As the early morning mist retreats and the coastline reveals itself in hues of emerald, amber and auburn, it’s hard to escape the spell cast by the natural beauty of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. Far from the discord of modern life, the island lures travelers into its enchanting embrace, whispering secrets of Celtic heritage, gustatory pleasures and untamed wilderness. In this haven, every sense is awakened and engaged. THE SCENIC EMBRACE OF CABOT TRAIL The journey begins with the splendor of Cabot Trail stretching out before you, an ode to the natural beauty of Cape Breton Island. A full spectrum of colors is on display in autumn, from the coastal evergreens like the white and black spruce trees to the foliage of fall painting the forest canopies as you gaze inland with the gold and yellow tones of the American mountain ash, white birch tree and scarlet shades of the maple. The rolling landscapes, cliffs, and highlands feel close enough to touch as you navigate this classic

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