Eating out is an experience. It’s certainly about the food, but it’s also about much more than that. When doing a food review, it’s best to take a balanced approach and always offer up something that could have been better. When it comes to our experience at Fork Restaurant, however, we can’t fault a thing, so we will simply summarize The Fork Restaurant experience in one word – Perfect. … Read More
Our friend Newfoundsander has published a new blog post about the coming iceberg season in Newfoundland.
I saw the first one of the season faaarrr in the horizon about a month ago or more, but it wasn’t until it was confirmed on icebergfinder.com that I let myself get excited. I was expecting a influx of our giant icey pals. But alas … I saw no more until now.
Growing up on Fogo Island it wasn’t a big deal seeing them float by with their own ecosystem, or get woken in the middle of the night by the earspitting sound of them capsizing (or calving: flipping over or breaking). So I got a little jaded, and didn’t pay much mind, but now I’m like a little kid, when I read posts like this one.
One month ago a promising iceberg chart led me to believe a good iceberg season was headed our way. Today’s iceberg chart definitely confirms that belief, just have a look at this: In case you can’t quite make out the numbers, there are roughly 90 icebergs around the Great Northern Peninsula, 120 icebergs along the […]
Should I stay in an Airbnb, hotel, or bed and breakfast when visiting Newfoundland?
Should I book an Airbnb or Hotel when traveling in Newfoundland this summer? … Read More
Electric Submarine with Elon Musk on board surfaces in Mobile Bay, Newfoundland, just south of St. John’s, Canada
Although the stop in Mobile Bay was scheduled to be a short re-supply mission taking only two hours under the cover of darkness, once the crew realized they were spotted, they agreed to have breakfast at the Whalehouse under the stipulation of no discussions of the electric submarine at the breakfast table. Seemingly keeping the electric submarine project top secret is important to Elon Musk and the rest of the crew. … Read More
What’s the solution to single-use plastics?
Over 40 kilograms of plastic was found in a dead whale’s stomach last week – a stark reminder of the impact of single-use plastics on marine life … Read More
When Airbnb Bookings Go Wrong – Stories About Airbnb Scams, How They Happen, and How To Avoid an Airbnb Disaster
Airbnb has revolutionized the short term accommodations market. Long gone are the oligopoly days, replaced by a plethora of choices for the discerning consumer. When it comes to vacation rentals and short term accommodations, the consumer has never had more options to choose from. … Read More
TOP 10 REASONS WHY ST. PATRICK’S DAY IN NEWFOUNDLAND IS THE BEST
Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day is about much more than drinking, but if you want to go out for a few sociable beverages on St. Patrick’s Day, there is no better place in North America to do so than in St. John’s. George Street alone has a large collection or Irish Pubs and all of Downtown St. John’s is in on the action complete with St. Patrick’s Day live bands, Irish food, green beer, and more. … Read More
Is The Story About A SCUBA Diver Being Swallowed By A Whale A Lie?
Heinz Toperczer, another photographer on a nearby boat was able to capture the amazing footage of the terrifying encounter that has since been posted to Youtube. … Read More
8 Reasons Why Hot Tubs Are Great For Your Mind Body and Spirit
If you’re not familiar with how amazing hot tubs are, you might be like many people and wonder what’s so great about soaking in the hot waters of a hot tub. Besides being a lot of fun, hot tubs have countless health benefits that lead to a better lifestyle. Here are 8 ultimate reasons why soaking in an outdoor hot tub is great for your mind, body, and spirit: … Read More
New Research Shows Blue Whales Live Off Newfoundland Coast Year Round According to Underwater Atlantic Blue Whale Auido Recordings
New Research Shows Blue Whales Live Year Round Off The Coast of Newfoundland According to Underwater Atlantic Blue Whale Audio Recordings. … Read More
7 Reasons to Not Stay at A Bed and Breakfast
We just want you to be happy. Whether you choose to stay in a guest house next to the ocean, a bed and breakfast along a scenic coastal drive, or a well-reviewed vacation rental you’ve found online, we want your Newfoundland accommodation to be everything you dreamed it could be and more. … Read More
How to Choose a Newfoundland Bed and Breakfast, Guesthouse, or Vacation Rental
It’s true, there is subjectivity to this, and what one person finds amazing another may be indifferent to, but there are a few basic things to look for when selecting a vacation accommodation that may make your summer vacation rental experience go from good to out of this world.
If you’re like us when you travel you look for a really great place to stay. Everyone want’s to stay at a nice vacation rental, but what does that even mean? … Read More