The Town of Englee is nothing short of enchanting with beautiful coastlines, incredible vistas that surround the island and mainland part of this interconnected community.
Enchanting Englee has remarkable Trail System
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Tag: Newfoundland
Point Riche Trail in Port au Choix, NL, is a Little Piece of Heaven on our Great Northern Peninsula.
Port au Choix, NL is a prominent fishing town on the Great Northern Peninsula. Shrimp is king in the community and many other fish species
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Icebergs on Display at John Patey’s Trail, St. Carols, NL
St. Carols is picturesque. This tiny community of about 60 people neighbours the Town of St. Anthony and is a tourists dream for capturing images
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50 Centuries or 5,000 years of cultures connected to Dog Peninsula, Bird Cove, NL
Bird Cove is a tiny town of under 200 residents that may not always be on local residents and visitors vacation list – but it
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The Northern Terminus for the IAT is at Cape Raven Trail, Straitsview, NL
The International Appalachian Trail’s Northern Terminus is at Crow Head, Newfoundland and Labrador and can be accessed from the Cape Raven Trail at Straitsview, NL.
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Unique Rock Formations and Marine Life are on Display at Whale Point Trail, Wild Bight
Whale Point Trail, Wild Bight is an easy 8 km walking trail (return) from the base of the parking area. I’ve enjoyed the walk by
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French Carvings Found on Epine Cadoret Trail, Croque, NL
The Great Northern Peninsula is full of unique places to visit and explore. We have over 5,000 years of inhabitation from our first indigenous people
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Have You Ever Been to Album Rock?
Have you ever been to Album Rock? This is another one of our best kept secrets on the Great Northern Peninsula! A remote landmark named
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Are You A Daredevil? Check out Daredevil Trail, St. Anthony, NL
The Daredevil Trail on Fishing Point Municipal Park in St. Anthony, NL on the Great Northern Peninsula is a daunting 476 steps up and another
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Critically Endangered Thrombolites a Must Visit in Flower’s Cove
Marjorie Bridge and the Critically Endangered “Thrombolites” are a must visit when in Flower’s Cove and touring the Great Northern Peninsula. This easy trek is
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Sleeping Dragon Lives at Crow Head, Port Saunders, NL
Crow Head Walking Trail in Port Saunders is a 2.9 KM loop that gives you views of Keppel Island, a fascinating balancing rock, a sleeping
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Hiking Adventures to Conche’s Glass Hole
Conche is at the heart of the French Shore and is home to a robust fishing community and a developing tourism industry that remains steadfast
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St. Barbe is your Gateway to the Great Northern Peninsula and Labrador
St. Barbe-Pigeon Cove on the Great Northern Peninsula is the year-round port for the MV Qajaq W, which crosses the Strait of Belle Isle in
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Find Your Winter Love via Snowshoeing
December 26th may have brought unusually warm temperatures that resulted in building a sandcastle, going for a run in a t-shirt and the ability to
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Sculpin Cones & Berry Ice-cream a Specialty at Cafe Nymphe
The Dark Tickle Company of St. Lunaire-Griquet is famous for their use of locally harvested wildberries that create specialty jams and jellies. They have continuously
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At least 80 reasons to visit our Great Northern Peninsula!
I’ve put together a list of walking/hiking trails and lookouts on the Great Northern Peninsula from Bellburns and all communities to the North. I’ll be
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Expansion of Cellular Service on GNP another Success Story!
Today, is another game changer for our Great Northern Peninsula! The community of Conche joined 10 others (Bay de Verde, Burin, Burlington, Cow Head, Cox’s
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Become A Cultural Ambassador of Newfoundland and Labrador
This summer, I had the distinct pleasure of travelling many communities across Newfoundland and Labrador attending many festivals, events and activities that showcased our uniquely rich
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Caribou present at Point Riche, Port au Choix
A Parks Canada National Historic Site, Port au Choix is home to aboriginal cultures and heritage dating back almost 5,000 years. There is an expanse
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Great Northern Peninsula would benefit from An Artisan’s Nook
This past summer I visited the Burin Peninsula, which is quickly developing its tourism product. Heritage Run is quickly becoming a destination for many travelers to
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L’Anse aux Meadows Viking Settlement – Where the World Came Full Circle
Imagine, L’anse aux Meadows, Great Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland, Canada is the land of first contact in North America by Europeans. Home of the only authentic Norse
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Famous Last Fjords – Western Brook Boat Tour
There’s that famous photo of a hiker trekking Gros Morne National Park that has captivated audiences and brought tens of thousands of visitors to Western Brook
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Stormy Cove – Old murders, long winters, and a town’s dark secrets
The Great Northern Peninsula is the setting of a new mystery novel by our very own Bernadette Calonego, an author born in Switzerland, who spends
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What’s in a Name?….Nameless Cove, NL
I think it was Shakespeare’s Juliet in a soliloquy, who asked “What’s in a Name?” We’ll let me tell you… As you leave the paved
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Romanians go all out for Easter in Bucharest
After leaving Istanbul, Turkey, I spent a couple of days in Bucharest, Romania over the Orthodox Easter. This city of just under two million residents
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Tantalizing Traditions Served at Burnt Cape Cafe – Raleigh, NL
The Burnt Cape Cafe is a wonderful place to dine on traditional seafood dishes, moose meals and berry desserts. Situated in historic Raleigh this business
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My Turkish Times – The Real Turkish Delight
During the Easter Holidays, I added Turkey to my travels to experience the real Turkish delight! After a few unforgettable days in the Georgian mountain
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NSHLQ Come Home Year Celebration a Major Achievement – Then, Now & Forever!
When communities come together for a common goal on the Great Northern Peninsula anything seems to be possible. I only have to think about the
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Icebergs anchor in St. Anthony Bight, St. Carol’s and Great Brehat!
Icebergs are a common sight on the tip of the Great Northern Peninsula – it is the iceberg alley after all! The best viewings of
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River of Ponds rocked their 1st Come Home Year
River of Ponds just northeast of Daniel’s Harbour gets its name from the river that flows from a number of ponds in the area extending from
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