 Where There's No End to the Adventure Minutes from the mighty North Atlantic, on Canada's far eastern shore, St. John's and Eastern Newfoundland awaits. Always within sight of the sea. Alive with the breath of history. Wide open spaces, infinite possibilities.
This is where North America and Newfoundland begins. Flooded by oceans. Scoured by glaciers. Carved into rocks, bays, cliffs and coves. No two places alike. Every colourful nook and cranny its own distinct adventure.
Eastern Newfoundland's ever-changing vistas promise scenic coastal roads, cozy colonial towns, barrens and moors, steep cliffs, river estuaries, rugged coastlines and dramatic headlands.
From Cape St. Mary's Ecological Reserve on the Avalon Peninsula to the "Grand Banks" fishing grounds off the Burin Peninsula to the John Cabot landing site on the Bonavista Peninsula. Only one thing is the same. No matter where you go people will embrace you and welcome you to the their special place.
Sample our City Life  Newfoundland and Labrador's capital city, St. John's, is Canada's oldest - arguably its most disctinctive - city. Rising spectacularly from the water's edge, St. John's promises you a sophisticated city experience with small town warmth and safety.
St. John's is a grand old lady, from her elegant historic houses and scenic walking trails, to her stately landmarks and cultural treasures. Underneath beats a youthful heart and a boisterous spirit that finds its expression in one of North America's liveliest arts and music scenes.
Go Where the Air is Free  Kick back. Breathe the fresh air. Taste the salt of the ocean spray. Savour the silence. Nibble on a few wild blueberries. All this, just minutes from St. John's.
Eastern Newfoundland lets you get away from the noise the bustle of every day life. Relax! Set your own pace. Drink in one of the world's great natural places.
Many Adventures in One Vacation  Destination St. John’s offers many vacations in one. Unwind on a stretch of secluded beach with only the waves and whales for company. Relax on historic George Street and listen to blues, jazz or traditional Newfoundland music. Walk or jog down winding paths by a rushing river deep in the heart of the city. Sample exotic wines at a local winery. Go fishing, touring or sea kayaking on a warm summer morning. Golf on a championship quality course carved out of the rugged Newfoundland landscape. Get in touch with your timeless roots.
You Can See It All and Do It All  Year-round St. John’s and Eastern Newfoundland has many adventures, all within easy reach. You won’t have to venture very far for shops, galleries, concerts, fine restaurants, festivals and sizzling nightlife.
Go fly a kite on Signal Hill. Watch whales play off Cape Spear. Touch a sea cucumber from the ocean floor at the Marine Science Centre. Spend a day roaming the Avalon Wilderness Area. Explore pre-history and early colonial history at an archaeological dig or an 18th century fort. Spend a day at a nature park or a seabird sanctuary. Hike along a romantic coastal trail. Browse through antique shops and craft shops. Unwind to the gentle beat of the blues. It’s all here. In just one place.
Day Trips Here, There and Everywhere  Relax at one of our golf courses or resorts. Travel back in time to a forgotten colony. Stand on a windswept cliff beneath a towering lighthouse. Hear the whispered voices of ancient peoples. Watch the sun set over the Far East of the Western World. There’s not better plan than here. Relax. You’re on Newfoundland time.
Hold on to Your Sou’wester!  Just when you think you have mellowed out enough, along comes a rousing good “time”. Watch the Royal St. John’s Regatta, North America’s oldest sporting event. Celebrate the continuous carnival on George Street, in the heart of old St. John’s. Tap your toes to the traditional Irish/Newfoundland fiddle music and step dancing of the Cape Shore and the Irish Loop. Attend living history theatre in Placentia, Carbonear, Trinity and Bell Island. Join the first outdoor party in Canada, harbour side in St. John’s, to greet the New Year.
You’ll Know a Good Thing When You Taste It  From coffee shops to four-star dining, from heaps of steaming mussels to piping hot toutons (fried bread dough covered in molasses), St. John’s and Eastern Newfoundland is an adventure in wining and dining. Enjoy a wide variety of international cuisine from Greek, Japanese, Thai, and Italian - just to name a few.
Choose from take-outs, family restaurants and fine dining rooms. Dig into a tasty mound of traditional Fish n’ Chips. Let your taste buds tingle with brews from our local micro brewery.
Enjoy an evening wine and cheese served up with outstanding hospitality. There’s lots of local and traditional cuisine, and tons of friendly service.
Just Get Comfortable  You will get the warmest of welcomes during your vacation, convention or business meeting. We care about your comfort and peace of mind. Cozy duvets, fireplaces, Jacuzzis, fitness facilities, antique furnishings, indoor gardens, homemade cookies, books, discriminating art, gleaming hardwood floors and spectacular views of the bays and harbours. The hotels, motels, inns and bed and breakfasts of St. John’s and Eastern Newfoundland offer a wide selection in ultra modern suites, quaint heritage settings or moderately priced rooms and services.
Our Welcome Mat is out for You  Talk to craftspeople that hook beautiful traditional mats that tell the stories of our communities and our culture. We have a welcome mat out, just for you. Feel at home in our home. You’ll know us when you see us. We are just a warm embrace away.
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