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anada has more coastline than any other country, thanks in large part to its tens of thousands of islands. Wildlife-filled isles
edge the west coast, their counterparts in the east are home to scenic driving routes and lighthouse- lined shores, and to the north lie the snow-covered tundras of the Arctic archipelago. While many of Canada’s most popular holiday destinations are on the mainland, sometimes the best things come in smaller packages. We’ve rounded up a selection of the best islands to add on to a bigger Canada trip for when travel restrictions are lifted.
BEST FOR . . . SELF-DRIVE Where: Cape Breton Island Why: Atlantic Canada is a dream for those who love to drive, and the Cabot Trail on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia is a true highlight. Put the pedal to the metal on this 186-mile loop and you’ll discover some really special places. The town of Baddeck is a great spot to start. Once the home of telephone inventor Alexander Graham Bell, there’s a museum dedicated to his life which is worth a visit before hitting the road. Just over an hour north is the start of Cape Breton Highlands National Park, packed with abundant flora and fauna and, if you wish to explore on foot, 26 scenic trails. “The route of the Cabot Trail winds through the
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national park and you’ll be driving through lush river canyons one moment and along rugged coastlines the next,” says Lee Rogers, product and commercial director at Canadian Affair. Book it: Canadian Affair’s 14-night Nova Scotia Highlights fly-drive is priced from £1,565 per person based on two adults sharing, for a departure in September. The price includes international flights,
intermediate car hire and accommodation.
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BEST FOR . . . VARIETY Where: Vancouver Island Why: Whale watching springs to mind when you think of Vancouver Island, as it’s one of the best destinations in the world for spotting the incredible marine mammals. But with sprawling wilderness, quaint coastal towns and British Columbia’s capital Victoria, Vancouver Island has it all. “Vancouver Island is full of sightseeing options,”
says Brian Hawe, product manager at First Class Holidays. “I always say guests should include the area around Tofino on the Pacific Coast where there are some brilliant wildlife-viewing opportunities, from bear-watching cruises to looking for whales and other marine life.”
Back on land, Victoria has a great art and history scene with some enticing galleries and heritage ²
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