Manhatten, New York, New York – Taken from the Empire State Building After more than 8 months of having tickets booked on Aeroplan points, the excitement peaked,
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Beauty by the Sea – Deep Cove, NL
Scenic Deep Cove – could there be a place that grabs ones attention? This photo earned its place as the header for the Live Rural
Sealskin Snowshoes – Perfect for the Great Outdoors
Snowshoeing in the great outdoors on the Great Northern Peninsula is a favourite pastime for many residents. I decided that this is an activity my
The Newfoundland Squeezebox – Accordion
There are many long-lived traditions in Newfoundland – one of them is our love for the music. We have embraced the accordion as a means
A Feed of Moose Meat in the Woods
A little salt and a shake of pepper at the flavour to savour as I cook the moose patties and thin moose steaks. The result
A Royal Screech-In from the woods
There is a rite of passage for those who visit Newfoundland & Labrador and want to be an honorary citizen – this ritual is known
A Cabin in the Countryside
One of the many wonders of living in Rural Newfoundland & Labrador is the ability to get away from it all by venturing across the
Lovely L’Anse Aux Meadows – Population under 30
L’Anse aux Meadows has a population under 30 – although not by years of age but by people. It is a quaint little community that
Weather is unpredictable in Rural Newfoundland & Labrador
My friends from Europe quickly found out how the weather can change on the Great Northern Peninsula. There were days when it felt like we
Where have all the Vikings gone?
L’Anse Aux Meadows is home to a World UNESCO Heritage Site – as the Vikings came more than 1,000 years ago to a place they
A Hospital Like No Other – Visit the Rotunda in St. Anthony, NL
Curtis Memorial Hospital was built-in the 1960’s – a sophisticated medical facility at the time servicing the Great Northern Peninsula and many parts of Labrador.
Polar Bear Visited St. Anthony, NL…Many Moons Ago
This was not the first or the last Polar Bear to find its way into the Town of St. Anthony on the Peninsula`s Northern Tip.
Where the Norse settled 1,000+ years ago…
This is where the Norse lived more than 1,000 years ago. The remains of houses, workshops and outer buildings are present by the impressions still
A Great Viking Feast -Leifsburdir
Most likely the only place in North America where one can eat in a sod hut and enjoy a Great Viking Feast is on Fishing
Frozen Waterfall – Fishing Point, St. Anthony, NL
The road to Fishing Point in St. Anthony, NL is a winding narrow road like that of Signal Hill, which receives great attention from locals
Great Northern Peninsula’s Only Traffic Light
I had mentioned in my last post, “Trekking Teahouse Hill in Winter” that St. Anthony is home to the only traffic light on the Great
A Trek up Teahouse Hill in Winter
On January 4th, 2012 – My friends and I spent some time in St. Anthony – where you will find the only traffic light on
Caribou Crossing – Viking Trail (Route 430) Great Northern Peninsula
A caribou herd had decided to establish a crossing on the Viking Trail. My European friend’s were treated to another experience with nature on the
Joey’s Lookout – Gambo, NL
Gambo, NL depicted above was the homestead of the Province’s first Premier, Joseph R. Smallwood. He signed the documents that brought Newfoundland & Labrador into
Our Visit to the North Atlantic Aviation Museum
Gander, NL promotes itself at the “Crossroads of the World” as it has an International Airport and a long history of flight. On our way
Random but Fun Observations from the Urban Holiday Travels
Here are a few observances from our few days in the Capital: It is important to Think Swiss! It seems we are consuming their culture
Where Canada Begins or Ends? – Cape Spear, NL
Cape Spear is the most easterly point in North America and located near the city of St. Johns. After leaving Bell Island we managed to
Sometimes a Name Does Say It All – Paradise, NL
I have spent more than a year of my life living literally in Paradise. I had moved from 55 1/2 Bell’s Turn in The District
Our Wooden Homes – Bell Island, NL
When European’s first re-discovered North America on the Great Northern Peninsula at L’Anse Aux Meadows some 1,000+ years ago homes were built with sod. As society
Murals Depict Aspects of the Past – Bell Island, NL
The Wabana Mines have been a part of the history since early 1610, as noted on a plaque adjacent to the mural. However, it was
A Resemblance of Shamus from Family Guy on Bell Island, NL
I have always had an appreciation for those who had taken the time to be creative and produce a form of Folk Art. It seems
Find Yourself on Bell Island, NL – Part 2
Even if you get lost on Bell Island, Newfoundland & Labrador, it is quite the experience. I know there were times that I circulated up and down
Find Yourself on Bell Island, Newfoundland & Labrador
On January 2, 2012 – My friends & I set out on our first adventure of the New Year. We hopped in the car, drove
Downtown Hospitality – George Street
Iconic George Street has the most bars and pubs per square feet than any street in North America. It is something I well-promoted as a
Is that Donny Dunphy or a Christmas Mummer?
Donny Dunphy is quite iconic with his jib rap, videos and musical performances. Him and Brenda have left an impression on myself and friends that