Those who find themselves on Canadian rail tours might be interested in exploring the Winter Gaelic Festival held at A’ Cholaisde Ghàidhlig, which translates to The Gaelic College. The Nova Scotian event offers inquisitive travelers a chance to delve into the ancient past where Celts roamed the Highlands.

The weekend offers several classes to take part in, covering all skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced. Some workshops focus on songs that give the students and patrons an idea of what music may have been like during their ancestor’s time. Music plays an integral role in modern times and those seeking a look into the past will surely not be disappointed.

Travelers on train trips across Canada may also enjoy an evening of storytelling and be transported into the true realm of the Fae as they listen to captivating tales of fierce warriors and Highland kings. After such rigorous storytelling, visitors may find themselves famished and they are free to step back into the modern world for a chance to sample some local cuisine. After all that marauding, the Admiral Tavern is sure to hit the spot, offering delicious food in a pub setting.

For comfortable lodgings, travelers can stay in the spirit of the weekend at the Keltic Lodge Resort & Spa. Resting on a high cliff surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and offering two to four bedroom cottages, it’s easy to see why they are the highest ranked lodgings by locals in Cape Breton, according to Explore Canada Like a Local.