With memories of the tar ponds receding, Sydney, N.S., is now trying to cultivate an upscale vibe one that includes appealing to billionaires and their toys. It wants to become a destination for superyachts, the most expensive, luxurious boats in the world.
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Cape Breton, once notorious for the Sydney tar ponds, is attempting a transformation from its industrial history to an upscale tourism destination. Destination Cape Breton, the island's tourism marketing organization, has partnered with Superyacht East Coast to attract superyachts, the epitome of luxury and status symbols. However, this endeavor is facing criticism, sparking a debate…
HALIFAX Not so long ago, the largest community in Cape Breton was best known as home to one of the most toxic waste sites in North America: the infamous Sydney tar ponds.