Sep 25, 2009 - Newfoundland - first stop

Off the boat and on the road again! We had picked up some tourism info for NFLD at a booth at the ferry dock, and had already decided we were heading north first towards Gros Morne National Park, where I am writing from now.Off the boat and on the road again! We had picked up some tourism info for NFLD at a booth at the ferry dock, and had already decided we were heading north first towards Gros Morne National Park, where I am writing from now....

Sep 18, 2009 - Last day in NFLD

This afternoon we drove to Port aux Basques, passing through Corner Brook, the second largest city of Newfoundland and site of one of the world’s largest integrated pulp and paper mills. ... This area, located 20 kilometers outside of Port aux Basques, records some of the strongest winds in the world; gusts of up to 150 kilometers per hour have blown trains off their tracks and transport trucks off schedule. ... Arriving at Port aux Basques and checking into our hotel, we met up with Dave & Sharron and Norm & Marian who had gone to Corner Brook yesterday and toured this area today. ...

Sep 5, 2009 - North Sydney to Port Aux Basques NL Ferry

Port Aux Basque NL.Port Aux Basque NL....

Sep 5, 2009 - Ferry Crossing - N. Sydney to Port aux Basques

A perfect day for the ferry trip! Sunny & warm with practically not a ripple on the ocean surface.A perfect day for the ferry trip! Sunny & warm with practically not a ripple on the ocean surface....

Aug 18, 2009 - Port aux Basques, NL - Back to the Ferry Port

(Ron Writing) It rained most of the night and much of today as we drove south on TCH. We arrived in Port aux Basques around 5 PM. ... We found the library and spent some time on the internet.(Ron Writing) It rained most of the night and much of today as we drove south on TCH. We arrived in Port aux Basques around 5 PM. ... We found the library and spent some time on the internet....

Jul 25, 2009 - Day 47 Port Aux Basques, Newfoundland

We left Thorburn Lake campground early this morning.We left Thorburn Lake campground early this morning....

Jul 18, 2009 - Journey across the "The Rock"

Joe and I have spent the last 3 days travelling across Newfoundland on the TCH (Transcontinental Highway).Joe and I have spent the last 3 days travelling across Newfoundland on the TCH (Transcontinental Highway)....

Jul 13, 2009 - All aboard!

We get up at 5.We get up at 5....

Jul 12, 2009 - To Port aux Basque

Then down to Port aux Basques to catch the ferry. ... Very windy, hard to keep straight line Find boat we want in the afternoon is fully booked and so we have to take an earlier one.Then down to Port aux Basques to catch the ferry. ... Very windy, hard to keep straight line Find boat we want in the afternoon is fully booked and so we have to take an earlier one....

Sep 29, 2008 - Hallelujah! Were still alive!

Mom’s Highlights: We changed direction entirely today and started heading west! It’s been a grueling drive.Mom’s Highlights: We changed direction entirely today and started heading west! It’s been a grueling drive....

Sep 20, 2008 - Day 161 Port aux Basques

Day 161 Saturday 20th September Port aux Basques NFLD pg 127 E 16 Today’s adventure was to drive around the Port au Port Peninsula. ... We have arrived in Port aux Basques, inquired at the tourist office on where we might find a nice seafood restaurant. ... Tonite we are going to celebrate Denise’s birthday as we won’t be together for her special day in 4 days time - they will be in Montreal, and we will be heading back to California.Day 161 Saturday 20th September Port aux Basques NFLD pg 127 E 16 Today’s adventure was to drive around the Port au Port Peninsula. ... We have arrived in Port aux Basques, inquired at the tourist office on where we might find a nice seafood restaurant. ... Tonite we are going to celebrate Denise’s birthday as we won’t be together for her special day in 4 days time - they will be in Montreal, and we will be heading back to California....

Aug 13, 2008 - Wednesday, Port aux Basques, NL (303 miles)

To sum up our 24 days in Newfoundland the word that comes to mind is “unspoiled”.To sum up our 24 days in Newfoundland the word that comes to mind is “unspoiled”....