Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island Voted Best Canadian Island Destination by Travel and Leisure Magazine – July 2011

Cape Breton Island, part of the Atlantic Canada province of Nova Scotia, has been voted one of the world’s best islands to visit in Travel and Leisure magazine’s 2011 “World’s Best Awards”. The Nova Scotian Island famed for its picturesque coastal roads, friendly people and Celtic traditions including music and dance, is ranked the number one island destination in Canada and continental United States, and number three on the list of the Top Ten Islands Overall.

This is the third time that the Island has been awarded the top honor by the magazine’s readers, who vote on five characteristics: natural attractions, activities and sights, restaurants and food, people, and value. The complete results will appear in the August edition of the magazine.

Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island, together with the other areas in Atlantic Canada invites visitors to immerse themselves in breathtaking coastal scenery, to observe unique and abundant wildlife, discover local traditions; be it music or food, meet friendly people and sample some of the world’s best seafood.

Nova Scotia is part of Atlantic Canada, which also includes New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador and Prince Edward Island. The four provinces of the Atlantic Canada region are extremely accessible to the UK at just over five hours away.

Canadian Affair (020 7616 9933) offers a 13 night Maritime Magic Treasures package from £1,267 per person.  It includes return Economy Class flights from London Gatwick to Halifax, accommodation for 13 nights (based on two people sharing on a room only basis), and car hire for the duration of the trip (intermediate vehicle, fully inclusive). The tour highlights include Cape Breton Island plus a 4 hour whale watching and wildlife tour at Brier Island, helpful information such as a road maps, city guides and attraction information, and a children’s backpack filled with fun activities (12 and under).