Macdonnell’s musts

1 Drive along the Cabot Trail, a scenic roadway that loops through Cape Breton Island, then walk or hike the Skyline Trail.

2 Paddleboard, kayak and fish on beautiful Margaree River, which is famous for salmon in Canada.

3 A seafood meal—or two— is essential. Be sure to have lobster, crab cakes and a bowl of seafood chowder.

This Nova Scotia– born teacher shares some of her favourite things to do in the province.