TABLE OF CONTENTS - Destination St. John`s
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TABLE OF CONTENTS - Destination St. John`s
TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents 2 Getting Here & Getting Around 2 9 Festivals & Events 9 19 St. John’s & Area - Accommodations 20 - Dining, Pubs, and Entertainment 29 - Industry Association and Municipality 36 - Retail 38 - Things to See and Do – Attractions, Museums, Galleries, Tours, Packages, and Adventures 57 41 Just Beyond St. John’s - Irish Loop and Cape Shore 57 - Northern Avalon 61 - Heritage Run and Saint Pierre et Miquelon 64 - The Discovery Trail 65 - West Coast & Central 72 GETTING HERE AND GETTING AROUND Getting Here & Getting Around On the eastern edge of Newfoundland and Labrador, St. John’s is the province’s capital city. Since the Europeans first came here more than 500 years ago, the city has been the economic, political, and cultural hub of this vibrant and unique province. Air Access There are numerous daily flights to St. John’s from Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto, as well as international flights. Among the airlines serving this region are Air Canada, Continental/United Airlines, WestJet, Porter Airlines, Provincial Airlines, and Air Saint-Pierre. The airport is only a 10-minute drive from downtown St. John’s. Taxi service to downtown hotels and B&Bs costs approximately $18.00 - $25.00 for one person, $2.50 for each additional adult. Travel times to St. John’s by Air From Halifax 1.5 hours From Montreal 2.5 hours From Ottawa From Toronto From New York 3.0 hours 3.0 hours 4.0 hours By Sea Marine Atlantic provides ferry service from mainland Canada via Port aux Basques (year-round) and Argentia (seasonally from late June to late September). Ferries leave from North Sydney, Nova Scotia. For booking information call 1-800-341-7981. For hearing impaired, call 1-877-820-9252. Reservations are recommended for all ferries. By Road From Port aux Basques, the Trans-Canada Highway crosses the island to St. John’s, a distance of 905 km (562 miles). From Argentia, the distance to St. John’s is 131 km (81 miles). The use of seat belts is mandatory in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. The use of handheld cell phones by drivers is not permitted. By Bus Newhook’s Transportation (709-682-4877) operates a bus service between Argentia and St. John’s. DRL Bus Lines (1-888-263-1854) operates a daily bus service between Port aux Basques and St. John’s. Within the city, Metrobus schedules are available by calling 709-722-9400. 2 destinationstjohns.com GETTING HERE AND GETTING AROUND Transportation Given the high demand for rental vehicles between June and September, it is strongly recommended that you reserve your vehicle early. Air Travel Ferry Service Porter Airlines Inc. Marine Atlantic Halifax Stanfield International Airport, 1 Bell Boulevard, Enfield, NS Toll Free: 888-619-8622 www.flyporter.com 10 Fort William Place, Baine Johnston Centre, Suite 302, St. John’s, NL T: 709-772-8957 F: 709-772-8956 Toll Free: 800-341-7981 www.marine-atlantic.ca Porter Airlines is Canada’s third largest scheduled carrier. Porter is committed to offering speed, convenience, and service as part of a premium travel experience. Arranging group travel or organizing a conference? Porter offers a discounted airfare program for ten or more attendees either traveling together or from anywhere within the Porter network to a centralized meeting location. St. John’s International Airport Authority 80 Airport Terminal Access Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-758-8564 F: 709-758-8581 Toll Free: 866-758-8581 www.stjohnsairport.com Car Rental Agencies Avis Rent-A-Car 139 Airport Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-6620 F: 709-722-6623 Toll Free: 800-879-2847 www.avis.com Vehicle rental - great rates, quality service. Locations throughout Newfoundland. Large range of quality vehicles. Free local pick-up. Hertz Rent-A-Car 131 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-0730 F: 709-726-0104 Toll Free: 800-263-0600 www.hertz.ca Vehicle rental - Compact, Midsize, destinationstjohns.com 3 How may we help you? When you travel with Marine Atlantic we’re with you all the way. Increased capacity. Improved on-time performance. More cabins and more dining choices. All topped off with stronger service that’s focused on you. Start your adventure to the Island of Newfoundland with a relaxing journey on Marine Atlantic. Plan your visit today : MARINEATLANTIC.CA | 1-800-341-7981 National Car Rental 152 Airport Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-4307 F: 709-722-4014 www.nationalcar.com Woodword Rent-A-Car Ltd. is an independent licensee of National Car Rental Systems (Canada) Inc. We specialize in short-term and long-term rentals of passenger vehicles and light trucks. We can provide vehicle deliveries and pick up. GETTING HERE AND GETTING AROUND Fullsize, 7 Passenger Vans and Four Wheel Drive. Locations at the Courtyard Marriott and St. John’s Airport and models at a competitive price. All major credit cards accepted. Providing pick up and drop off service to the airport and locations throughout St. John’s metro area. Branches located in Fortune, Bay Roberts and Clarenville. Thrifty Car Rental 80 Craig Dobbin’s Way (St. John’s Airport), St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-6000 F: 709-576-0953 Toll Free: 800-563-8411 www.thrifty.com Cars, Mini Vans, Trucks & S.U.V. Rentals, related products and services. PractiCar Car & Truck Rentals 909 Topsail Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-2277 F: 709-753-1108 Toll Free: 800-239-7990 www.practicar.com Offering a selection of modern cars, trucks, and vans in a variety of sizes Taxi Service City Wide Taxi & Bus Company 3 - 5 Adelaide St., St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-7777 F: 709-722-6012 E: [email protected] www.citywidetaxi.ca 24 hour taxi service. Group Travel Options There are multiple companies that offer group travel services in a variety of vehicles: a luxury mini-coach, 12 person vans, and full size touring coaches. For a full listing please visit our website: www.destinationstjohns.com/planners/supporting-cast/ destinationstjohns.com 5 GETTING HERE AND GETTING AROUND Important Information Emergency Police, fire, ambulance: 911 For areas not served by 911 call 1-800-709-7267 (RCMP) Hospitals – St. John’s Health Science Centre 709-777-6300 Prince Philip Parkway St. John’s, NL Janeway Child Health Centre 709-777-6300 Prince Philip Parkway St. John’s, NL St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital 709-777-5000 LeMarchant Road St. John’s, NL Time Zone Newfoundland Standard Time is 30 minutes ahead of Atlantic Standard Time (Maritime Provinces and parts of Labrador) and 1.5 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time (Toronto and New York). Climate Eastern Newfoundland has a generally mild, temperate climate. For weather forecasts call 709-772-5534 or visit www.weatheroffice.gc.ca. 6 destinationstjohns.com Fishing & Hunting Licenses The provincial government issues freshwater fishing licenses through sporting goods stores, marinas, and bait and tackle shops throughout the province. The federal government issues saltwater fishing licenses at the same outlets. For information and regulations contact: Dept. of Environment and Conservation Inland Fish & Wildlife Division PO Box 8700 St. John’s, NL A1B 4J6 709-729-2630 or 709-639-2025 Liquor Laws The legal minimum age to purchase or consume alcohol in Newfoundland & Labrador is 19. Traffic Regulations The use of seat belts is mandatory in Newfoundland & Labrador for drivers and all passengers. Radar detectors are illegal. It is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol limit exceeding .05 milligrams of alcohol per liter of blood. The use of hand held cell phones by the driver of a vehicle, when driving, is prohibited. Approximately 125,000 moose inhabit the island of Newfoundland and most of our highways go through moose habitats. If you see one on or near the highway, slow down immediately and prepare to stop. Pay attention to warning signs. A road sign reading “Caution, Moose next 11 kilometers” means moose cross there. GETTING HERE AND GETTING AROUND Destination St. John’s Destination St. John’s is pleased to present the 2013 Visitor’s Guide and, on behalf of our tourism partners, we hope it provides helpful information to plan your stay. Take time to enjoy a “city on the edge of nature” and visit the many picturesque rural communities for an experience you will always treasure. Take in all that Mother Nature has to offer, experience our rich culture and heritage, our world-renowned hospitality, and exceptional accommodations, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. We would like to hear from you. Let us know how we are doing so we can continue to be a destination that exceeds our visitors’ expectations. Contact Lauren at [email protected] or 709-739-8899. Doug Loucks Chair, Destination St. John’s destinationstjohns.com 7 FESTIVALS & EVENTS Festivals & Events St. John’s and surrounding areas offer a plethora of festivals and events year round. Here are some highlights. Follow us on Twitter @DestinationSJ for updates and announcements of new colourful experiences. Mount Pearl Frosty Festival February 8-16 City of Mount Pearl T: 709-748-6480 E: [email protected] www.frostyfestival.ca This unique community winter carnival combines a quality package of entertainment with very reasonable admission costs, so that everyone can participate. It is a tremendous opportunity to celebrate with family, friends, and neighbours, as thousands of people pass through the Festival gates every year. The Frosty Festival is always a wonderful week of music, magic, laughter, and sportsmanship. Winterfest 2013 February 9-17 Town of Conception Bay South T: 709-834-6534 E: [email protected] www.conceptionbaysouth.ca be family activities, skating, hockey, and more. Lawnya Vawnya: An Explosion of Independent Art and Culture April 17-21 St. John’s E: [email protected] www.lawynavawnya.com Named for a Newfoundland expression that – according the Dictionary of Newfoundland English – means “having a good time at a dance or party with plenty to eat,” Lawnya Vawnya burst onto the Canadian festival calendar two years ago with creative programming throughout colourful downtown St. John’s. Join us for the third annual Lawnya Vawnya festival of independent music and arts. Events for all ages at Winterfest 2013 in Conception Bay South. There will destinationstjohns.com 9 FESTIVALS & EVENTS Sci-fi on the Rock April 26-28 St. John’s www.scifiontherock.com “Sci-fi on the Rock” is NL’s premiere science fiction & fantasy convention entering its 7th year at the Holiday Inn. Special guests are Mike Dopud (Stargate), Dean Haglund (Lone Gunman, X-files), Gary Jones (Stargate, improv), Dominic Keating (Star Trek: Enterprise) and Ginny McQueen (cosplay, model). Events include workshops, panels, social networking - something for everyone! Seasons in the Bight Festival Rising Tide Theatre June-late September Trinity T: 709-464-3232 Toll Free: 888-464-3377 E: [email protected] www.risingtidetheatre.com Join us this summer and fall in beautiful Trinity Bight as we celebrate 20 years of the Seasons in the Bight Festival. Spend some time in the company of our company as we present 10 different plays featuring our award-winning blend of drama, humour, and history by more than 40 of the province’s most talented artists. Visit our website for show schedule. MARY PRATT June St. John’s E: [email protected] www.therooms.ca Renowned Newfoundland and Labrador artist Mary Pratt will be celebrated in a 50-year retrospective exhibition that will open at The Rooms Provincial Art Gallery in June 2013, then tour Canada until January 2015. Beginning in the mid-1960s, Mary Pratt became fascinated by light on the surfaces of everyday objects in her home. She began to create powerful oil paintings; the first in this genre, Supper Table (1969) will be in this exhibition. Other iconic works to be included are Jelly Shelf (1999), Eviscerated Chickens (1971) and Service Station (1976). A project by The Rooms Provincial Art Gallery and the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, with support from the Department of Canadian Heritage, Museums Assistance Program. St. John’s Days Celebrations June 23-24 St. John’s T: 709-576-8106 Celebrate the City’s birthday through outdoor concerts, historical characters, and exciting art and cultural events. Canada’s Big Birthday Bash June 30-July 1 George Street, St. John’s T: 709-722-7634 E: [email protected] www.georgestreetlive.ca Join the festivities and be amongst the first citizens in Canada to celebrate our national birthday. In addition to 10 destinationstjohns.com Canada Day Celebrations July 1 St. John’s T: 709-576-8106 E: [email protected] www.stjohns.ca Each July 1st, when the sun rises over Signal Hill, the people of St. John’s become the first in Canada to celebrate this country’s birthday. Outdoor entertainment caps off the day of birthday celebrations, including fireworks at Quidi Vidi Lake. Happy Birthday Canada! Mount Pearl Canada Day Celebrations July 1 City of Mount Pearl T: 709-748-1008 www.mountpearl.ca Residents and visitors are invited to come along and enjoy Canada Day Celebrations in the City of Mount Pearl at St. David’s Park from 12:00 noon to 3:00pm. Admission is a non-perishable food item. (Rainy day site is the Reid Community Centre). Watch for more details at our website. Signal Hill Tattoo July-mid-August Signal Hill, St. John’s T: 709-772-7982 (summer) T: 709-364-9240 (off season) E: [email protected] www.signalhilltattoo.org During the Signal Hill Tattoo the sound of musket and cannon fire boom across St. John’s like ghostly echoes FESTIVALS & EVENTS its traditionally strong entertainment line-up, plans include activities such as outdoor barbecues, busker performances, children’s programming, and fireworks. from bygone days. This exciting battle re-enactment, performed by the Royal Newfoundland Companies from July to early August, commemorates the final battle of the Seven Years’ War, which was fought on Signal Hill on September 16, 1762, between the British and the French. Held Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday, weather permitting. Live on the Lawn July & August Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site, Brigus T: 709.528.4004 www.historicsites.ca A series of four vignettes performed by the Baccalieu Players that covers major events in the career of Capt. Bob Bartlett, the famous Brigus son and ice pilot and life in Brigus at Hawthorne Cottage during the first half of the 20th century. Call for days and times. Summer Community Festival Torbay June & July www.torbay.ca Torbay has unique culture and heritage, help us share and promote this by attending our summer festival! There’s something for all the family and we’ll have some of the best local music that Newfoundland has to offer. Check www.torbay. ca regularly for event updates and announcements! Torbay Museum Summer Musical July-August www.torbay.ca/torbaymuseum Join us on the hillsides of Torbay for music and drama with the Torbay Museum’s summer musical theatre destinationstjohns.com 11 FESTIVALS & EVENTS production. Written by award winning playwright Ben Pittman, our musical celebrates Torbay’s history and heritage with toe-tapping melodies and heart-warming stories. Check out our website for a full list of show dates, times, and location. Kelligrews Soiree July 5-9 Town of Conception Bay South T: 709-834-6534 E: [email protected] www.conceptionbaysouth.ca Events for all ages at the famous Kelligrews Soiree, including seniors activities, family fun days, and the popular Family Folk Festival on Sunday. 12 destinationstjohns.com Festival 500 International Choral Festival July 3-10 www.festival500.com Festival 500 is an international choral festival & symposium, with over 50 performances celebrating the power of song. The Phenomenon of Singing International Symposium IX July 7-10 St. John’s T: 709-738-6013 F: 709-738-6014 E: [email protected] FESTIVALS & EVENTS Wreckhouse Jazz and Blues Festival July 10-13 T: 709-739-7734 F: 709-739-7706 E: [email protected] www.wreckhousejazzandblues.com A great coming together of over 150 local, national, and international jazz, blues, and world music artists at various venues throughout the city. A 6-day festival of sound, artistry, exploration, and collaboration set in the oldest city in North America... an explosion of creativity on the edge of the continent... an unforgettable experience. Mount Pearl City Days Celebrations July 19-21 City of Mount Pearl T: 709-748-1008 www.mountpearl.ca It is the 25th Anniversary for City Days Celebrations. Enjoy a weekend jam packed with activities, events, and an outdoor concert! Watch for more details at our website. George Street Festival August 1-6 George Street, St. John’s T: 709-722-7634 E: [email protected] www.georgestreetlive.ca George Street, in downtown St. John’s, is the focal point of the City’s nightlife. The pubs and taverns lining this historic cobblestone street offer everything from traditional Newfoundland music to the latest rock music. The festival features five nights of live outdoor entertainment featuring some of Newfoundland’s top acts. Victoria Park Lantern Festival July 27 St. John’s www.lanternfest.ca Activities in the Park kick off mid-afternoon on Festival Day with a line-up of music, dance, demonstrations, community booths, a glass jar lantern workshop and other entertainment. At dusk, the crowd swells. Following a mass lantern-lighting in the lower Park the lantern process winds its way up the hill to the installation and everyone settles down to enjoy the fire show. St. John’s Time August 1-11 St. John’s T: 709-576-8106 E: [email protected] www.stjohnstime.ca Eleven days of fun with four major festivals and a whole raft of other activities, incorporating the George Street Festival, Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival, The Busker’s Festival, and Royal St. John’s Regatta, plus much more. destinationstjohns.com 13 The Tuckamore Festival offers both an outstanding chamber music series of internationally acclaimed artists and an inspiring program for emerging artists. The festival’s goal is to create an intimate and challenging environment of intense music making, collaboration, and mentoring for young and established artists in an extraordinarily beautiful corner of Canada. The festival presents numerous concerts and master classes in a number of superb venues in historic St. John’s. Royal St. John’s Regatta August 7 (weather permitting) Quidi Vidi Lake, St. John’s T: 709-576-8921 E: [email protected] www.stjohnsregatta.org What probably began as a few fishermen competing to see who could row his dory the fastest has grown into the annual Royal St. John’s Regatta, North America’s oldest continuing sporting event. The Regatta began officially in 1825 and has happened the first Wednesday in August ever since. Regatta Day is probably the only Municipal Holiday in Canada that is dependent on the weather; if it is raining or too windy, the holiday is simply put off until the next suitable day. FESTIVALS & EVENTS The Tuckamore Festival August 5-18 T: 709-864-2372 E: [email protected] www.tuckamorefestival.ca Busker’s Festival August 9-11 Downtown, St. John’s T: 709-726-8244 E: [email protected] www.downtownstjohns.com Every year clowns, magicians, and musical talent come out into the streets to perform. The festival hosts a number of great acts all around the downtown area. Newfoundland and Labrador Folk Festival August 9-11 Bannerman Park, St. John’s T: 709-576-8508 F: 709-576-2323 E: [email protected] www.nlfolk.com Canada’s second-oldest folk festival is spread out over three exciting days and is attended by thousands of loyal supporters and visitors. Whether you are looking to sing, dance, hear a Newfoundland traditional story, or just sit back and enjoy the music, this event is not to be missed. It is the coming together of community and culture to celebrate a distinct brand of music and tradition. Pirate Day at Topsail Beach August 18 Town of Conception Bay South T: 709-834-6534 E: [email protected] www.conceptionbaysouth.ca Come out and enjoy great entertainment, a visit from the Pirates and much more. destinationstjohns.com 15 FESTIVALS & EVENTS Doors Open St. John’s T: 709-739-6592 F: 709-739-5413 E: [email protected] www.doorsopendays.com Doors Open in St. John’s began in 2003 as a way for citizens and visitors to celebrate local architecture and heritage buildings. Buildings that are normally closed to the public or charge admission fees welcome visitors for free to experience some of our hidden historical and architectural gems. Culture Days St. John’s September 27-29 Various Locations throughout St. John’s www.nl.culturedays.ca Culture Days is a collaborative, Canada-wide volunteer movement to raise the awareness, accessibility, participation and engagement of all Canadians in the arts and cultural life of their communities. The event will feature free, hands-on, interactive activities that invite the public to participate “behind the scenes”— and to discover the world of artists, creators, historians, architects, curators, and designers at work in their community. Festival of New Dance October 8-12 St. John’s T: 709.722.3663 E: [email protected] www.festivalofnewdance.ca The Festival of New Dance has been presented annually since 1990 by Neighbourhood Dance Works. Since its inception, the Festival has grown into one of the premier festivals of 16 destinationstjohns.com contemporary dance in the country, and the largest east of Quebec. Every year FND presents some of the most sought-after contemporary dance produced in Canada and provides main stage opportunities for local choreographers. The Festival’s programming committee strives each year to bring a diverse program of dance to St. John’s: presenting work that will appeal to new audiences, as well as challenge and inspire long-time supporters. Torbay Community Market Jack Byrne Arena, Torbay October 19 www.torbay.ca/communitymarket Join us at the Jack Byrne Arena as you browse over 80 vendors and local businesses selling arts & crafts, Christmas gift ideas, fresh fruit & vegetables along with a wide variety of Torbay-based small and medium sized businesses. St. John’s International Women’s Film Festival October 22-26 St. John’s T: 709-754-3141 F: 709-579-2386 E: [email protected] www.womensfilmfestival.com Held in October at various venues throughout St. John’s, this week-long screening series of 50-70 works by women directors, producers, and writers also features a workshop/ seminar series (for filmmakers, the general public, and youth), galas, receptions and other networking events. This dynamic event attracts over 4,000 film industry players and enthusiasts from around the province, Canada, and the world. If you thought you had to go to New Orleans to experience a real Mardi Gras, then you’ve never been to the annual St. John’s Halloween Mardi Gras. This is an event of all-out fun with spectacular costumes, good music, good fun, and good times on George Street. FESTIVALS & EVENTS Annual St. John’s Halloween Mardi Gras October 26 George St., St. John’s T: 709-722-7634 E: [email protected] www.georgestreetlive.ca The Downtown Christmas Parade November 23 Downtown, St. John’s T: 709-579-4139 F: 709-579-1636 E: [email protected] www.downtownstjohns.com With over 100 entries and a crowd estimated at 40,000 people, the parade is the largest in the province. It features zany clowns, marching bands, colourful cheerleaders, and fantastic floats. A food drive is included in the festivities benefitting the Community Food Sharing Association. destinationstjohns.com 17 FESTIVALS & EVENTS Mummers Festival December 1-18 T: 709-697-8722 E: [email protected] www.mummersfestival.ca A month-long series of events that lead up to (and build momentum for) the Mummers Parade. Events include workshops, touring program, lectures, parade, and more. Storytelling Circle December The Crow’s Nest Officer’s Club, St. John’s Chris Brookes: with a microphone, he is an award-winning independent radio producer. With his keyboard he is a published author and playwright. With his voice, he tells traditional Newfoundland stories and recitations. He seems to be obsessed with narrative, which makes him keep telling stories in one form or another with hopes of one day getting them right. North America’s First New Year December 31 T: 709-576-8106 www.stjohns.ca When the clock strikes midnight on December 31st, the people of St. John’s are the first in North America to celebrate the New Year. The New Year’s Eve Celebrations include a spectacular fireworks display at Quidi Vidi Lake. 18 destinationstjohns.com St. Pierre et Miquelon If you are travelling to St. Pierre et Miquelon here are some special dates to keep in mind. Fête des Marins 16 Juin / June 16th Fête de la Musique Music Festival 21 Juin / June 21th Les 25 km de Miquelon Miquelon Half Marathon 22 Juin / June 22th Fête Nationale - Bastille Day 14 Juillet / July 14th Les Déferlantes Festival de Musique 30 Juillet au 3 Août / July 30th to August 3th Festival des Fruits de Mer Miquelon Seafood Festival 4 Août / August 4th Fête Basque - Basque Festival Août / August ST. JOHN’S AND AREA St. John’s and Area Being the most easterly point in North America has its advantages. For starters, we have our very own time zone. In Canada, the sun rises first on Newfoundland and Labrador. We’re the closest province to Europe, which means St. John’s harbour is a safe haven for transatlantic travellers and a bustling commercial port. We’re the youngest – and coolest – province in Canada, home to the oldest street in North America, and we’ve been welcoming adventurers from all corners of the world for over 500 years. A city rich in culture, we honour tradition while embracing eclectic sophistication. When in St. John’s, you hear your fair share of tall tales and yarns, and that’s not all. As you walk through the winding alleyways of our vibrant downtown, you’ll encounter fashionistas, chefs, musicians, and more, all elements of a colourful tapestry of experiences unfolding before your eyes. Thirsting for adventure? It’s easily quenched by skirting the dramatic coastline on foot, or enjoying a day on a boat on the bay having close encounters with humpback whales, puffins, or icebergs (and maybe all three!). Beautiful vistas, unique culinary pleasures, and unique architecture are just tiny slices of an urban experience that will feel like no other. But it’s the colourful characters who are most memorable, in a place where strangers quickly become friends, and the local vernacular has you smiling and scratching your head all at once. Performances abound: sing along. Toe tapping is welcome. Colourful experiences. Colourful characters. Colourful encounters. Make your destination St. John’s—you’ll be glad you did. destinationstjohns.com 19 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Accommodations B&B’s/Inns/Other Abba Inn (Downtown) 36 Queen’s Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-0058 F: 709-754-5820 Toll Free: 800-754-0058 E: [email protected] www.abbainn.com Nestled safely on elegant Queen’s Road directly below the Rooms Complex and the Basilica of St. John the Baptist, halfway between Hotels Sheraton/Courtyard by Marriott and Delta Hotel/Convention Center, amongst cathedrals, theaters, and fine restaurants. Bright, spacious rooms (air conditioned July/August), free Wi-Fi, with desk/chair, sofas, and 60 channel TV, some with views and Jacuzzis. Expanded continental breakfast served at 8:00am. Within 10 minute walk of the harbour, Mile One Centre, George Street, Signal Hill access, or a tenminute bus ride to MUN. Beach House Rooms & Suites 38 Beachy Cove Road, Portugal Cove-St. Phillips, NL T: 709-895-1250 F: 709-895-6294 Toll Free: 800-895-3654 E: [email protected] www.atthebeachhouse.ca A charming Inn, situated 10 minutes outside the capital city of St. John’s, sits on the ocean’s edge, with all rooms having a breathtaking view off private room balconies. You will find a relaxing, romantic atmosphere, along with the acclaimed Atlantica Restaurant, winner of enRoute Magazine’s Best New Restaurant in Canada 2007. 20 destinationstjohns.com Cantwell House Bed & Breakfast 25 Queen’s Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-8439 F: 709-754-3892 E: [email protected] www.cantwellhouse.nf.net Southcott style home built in 1893. Central location, close to everything, magnificent view. No pets, nonsmoking. Private bath/shower, TV, telephone. 10 minute walk from Mile One Centre and St. John’s Convention Centre. Major credit cards accepted. Comfort and Joy B&B 6 Wood Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-7088 F: 709-722-7080 Toll Free: 888-722-7088 E: [email protected] www.comfortandjoybb.com Discover historic St. John’s in a spacious three-story Georgian home located in the heart of downtown. Premium mattresses, fine linens, and ensuite bathrooms. Wireless Internet, flat screen TVs and full hot breakfast service, day or night check-in. Elaine’s B&B By the Sea 30 Lowerloop Place, Witless Bay, NL T: 709-334-2722 F: 709-334-2017 E: elainesbedandbreakfast@ nf.sympatico.ca www.elainesbythesea.com Four rooms with ensuite/private bathrooms. Cable TV in rooms, full breakfast, quiet reading room overlooking ocean and Gull Island, beachside bonfires, zodiac and kayaking tours available. Luxury accommodation located at the base of Signal Hill and steps from downtown. A collection of Brownstones, we offer hotel style guestrooms or a complete home. Stay for a night or move in for a year. Featuring fresh designer interiors and queen–size beds. Luxurious bath towels and bath amenities. FREE: high speed Internet, local & long distance calls in North America, parking, continental breakfast, in-room coffee, concierge. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Hometel on Signal Hill 2 St. Joseph’s Lane, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-7799 F: 709-739-7796 Toll Free: 866-739-7799 E: [email protected] www.hometels.ca Leaside Manor Suites & Apartments 39 Topsail Road (downtown), St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-0387 F: 709-739-1835 Toll Free: 877-807-7245 E: [email protected] www.leasidemanor.com Leaside Manor is a charming 1920s 4.5 star heritage manor offering rooms, suites, and apartments. A licensed facility, Leaside features double Jacuzzis, fireplaces, and small conference facilities with catered meal services. destinationstjohns.com 21 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA The Chef’s Inn 29 Gower Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-3180 F: 709-753-3181 Toll Free: 877-753-3180 E: [email protected] www.thechefsinn.ca Choose from one of our four beautifully appointed rooms, each with comfy queen sized bedslocally handcrafted in traditional style, private en-suite bathrooms with tub and shower, fluffy white towels, robes, hairdryer, and local products. Wake up to fresh roasted coffee and baked goods daily. Your host will prepare a delicious gourmet breakfast using fresh local ingredients, many from your host’s own organic garden. 22 destinationstjohns.com The Rendell-Shea Manor 82 Cochrane Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-738-7432 F: 709-738-7434 E: [email protected] www.rendellshea.com The Rendell Shea and Elizabeth Manors are wonderfully preserved historic homes directly downtown. Both offer spacious rooms with a queen bed, ensuite washroom, many with fireplace and Jacuzzi, wireless high speed, and full hot breakfast. Walk to The Rooms, Government House, and Signal Hill from our doorstep. Priced from $109.00. Offering beautiful Jacuzzi Suites with king beds, double Jacuzzi, and some have a fireplace. All Suites include complimentary parking and breakfast. Relax for the day with our In-House Spa Services. Our meeting area is perfect for small groups. We also host private & corporate cocktail receptions up to 60 people standing. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Winterholme Suites & Spa 79 Rennies Mill Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-7979 F: 709-753-9411 Toll Free: 800-599-7829 E: [email protected] www.winterholme.com Full Service Hotels/ Boutique Hotels Blue on Water Boutique Hotel 319 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-2583 F: 709-754-4380 Toll Free: 877-431-2583 E: [email protected] www.blueonwater.com Blue on Water is nestled in the heart of downtown St. John’s. A perfect location for a great meal, relaxing drink, or a fantastic night’s sleep. Amenities include: free high speed Internet / local calling, air conditioning, quality linens, and a first class restaurant and bar. Reservations recommended. destinationstjohns.com 23 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA The Capital Hotel Courtyard by Marriott 208 Kenmount Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-738-4480 F: 709-738-4481 Toll Free: 800-503-1603 E: [email protected] www.steelehotels.com 131 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-6636 F: 709-738-3775 Toll Free: 866-727-6636 E: [email protected] www.marriott.com/yytcy Welcome to St. John’s newest hotel on Kenmount Road. All rooms fully air-conditioned, free high speed Internet, 27 inch color TVs, irons, hair dryers, and coffee makers. Local calls free. Free use of Business Centre and Fitness Centre. Jack’s Restaurant and the Safe Harbour Lounge offer a pleasing ambience so you can relax and unwind. Just a 2-minute drive to O’Leary Industrial Park and 5 minutes to Donovan’s Industrial Park. A 10-minute walk to Avalon Mall or a 10-minute drive to the Village Shopping Centre. A distinctive hotel experience in a unique destination. Downtown in the historic entertainment and business district, it overlooks the harbour and offers convenient access to magnificent churches, scenic walking trails, Signal Hill, and famous George Street. Onsite is Smitty’s Restaurant which has a menu enriched with local flavours and a bar with one of the best views in town. Experience true Newfoundland hospitality with the highest of standards you trust in a Courtyard by Marriott Hotel. Comfort Inn Airport Delta St. John’s Hotel & Conference Centre 106 Airport Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-3500 F: 709-753-3711 Toll Free: 800-612-5600 E: [email protected] www.comfortinnstjohns.com Located just 1/2 km from St. John’s International Airport and 7 km from historic downtown St. John’s. Offering complimentary airport shuttle service, this 3.5 star, full service hotel has 144 well-appointed air-conditioned rooms, along with 9 Jacuzzi suites and a fitness center. Clancy’s is a casual/family dining restaurant and lounge offering a complimentary continental breakfast daily. 24 destinationstjohns.com 120 New Gower Street, St. John’s NL T: 709-739-6404 F: 709-570-1620 Toll Free: 800-268-1133 E: [email protected] www.deltahotels.com Atlantic Canada’s largest convention and full service hotel, located in the shopping, business, and entertainment district. Connected to Mile One Centre and St. John’s Convention Centre by pedway. Floor to ceiling windows in all guestrooms offer panoramic views of either St. John’s harbour, or colourful city streets. Large variety of suites available as well as our private Signature Club floor. Restaurant, pub, in-room dining. Complimentary wireless internet and 24 hour access to Business Centre. We also offer Duckworth Hotel 331 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-738-1802 F: 709-738-1774 Toll Free: 888-394-4222 E: [email protected] www.duckworthhotel.com The Duckworth Hotel is a boutique hotel conveniently located in the heart of historic downtown and in the main business district of St. John’s, making it the perfect location for business and leisure travellers. Magnum and Steins restaurant is located on premises. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA pool/health club, underground parking and all rooms are equipped with mini fridges, bathrobes, in room movie/entertainment system, and coffee/tea. All rooms have mini fridges, in-room coffee makers with complimentary tea & coffee, WiFi, LCD HDTV, message manager & wake up calls, alarm clock radios, irons and boards, hair dryers, and luxurious, comfortable beds. Extended Stay Deluxe St. John’s Downtown 222 LeMarchant Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-7888 F: 709-754-7695 Toll Free: 866-373-7888 E: [email protected] www.extendedstayhotels.com Whether your stay in St. John’s is for a night, a week, or a month, Extended Stay Deluxe is a great fit for the Corporate Traveller! Consider us for your next stay, whether your travel to ROOMS SO POPUL AR… WE ADDED 42 MORE Staying in one of our luxurious new rooms is just one of the million little things you’ll love about our hotel. Enjoy free wireless internet, complimentary continental breakfast, fitness centre and our newly renovated restaurant. And we’re just minutes from the airport and historic downtown St. John’s. St. John’s, Newfoundland 1.866.612.5600 Complimentary Airport Shuttle: 753.3500 destinationstjohns.com 25 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA our area is for training, meetings, and projects, or you’re an individual on longer assignments or relocating to St. John’s. We offer many amenities not generally found in a hotel. You will enjoy numerous comforts of home and our great rates. just a short drive from St. John’s International Airport, historic downtown, Memorial University, and the Health Science Centre. Clean, comfortable surroundings with award-winning customer service. Daily, weekly, monthly rates available. Fairfield Inn & Suites® Holiday Inn Opening in Spring T: 709-722-5540 F: 709-738-5877 Toll Free: 855-823-6346 www.fairfieldinn.com/yytfi 180 Portugal Cove Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-0506 F: 709-722-9756 Toll Free: 800-933-0506 E: [email protected] www.holidayinn.com/stjohnsnl Fairfield Inn & Suites® by Marriott St. John’s, offers great value and service, all backed by a name you can trust, Marriott. Whether for business or leisure, we consistently deliver a hotel experience that’s JUST RIGHT. Ideally located between the St. John’s Airport and the downtown core, close to business parks, the University, and the province’s largest shopping mall. Enjoy complimentary breakfast and in-room high-speed internet and Wi-Fi to name a few. Hillview Terrace Suites Torbay Rd @ MacDonald Drive, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-9822 F: 709-754-9047 Toll Free: 888-754-9822 E: reservations@ hillviewterracesuites.ca www.hillviewterracesuites.ca There is a place like home. Hillview Terrace Suites provides the comfort of home when you’re away. 142 fully equipped nonsmoking, one, two or three bedroom efficiency suites. Daily Towel & Linen Service. Housekeeping available for a nominal fee. Complimentary parking and Wi-Fi. Living Room, Dining and a Fully Equipped Kitchen. Located 26 destinationstjohns.com Located just minutes from: downtown core, exit 47A off the TCH and St. John’s International Airport. 252 comfortable bedrooms await you, either standard or executive. 100% smoke free facility. Five accessible bedrooms. Amenities: business center, complimentary parking and fitness center. Hotel has complimentary Wi-Fi throughout property. 11,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space. Eastside Mario’s restaurant open from 7amMidnight. Spectacular walking and running trails near hotel. Murray Premises Hotel 5 Beck’s Cove, St. John’s, NL T: 709-738-7773 F: 709-738-7775 Toll Free: 866-738-7773 E: [email protected] www.murraypremiseshotel.com St. John’s First Boutique Hotel, blending old world charm with new world comfort. Murray Premises Hotel is situated downtown in the heart of St. John’s and is walking distance from the St. John’s Convention Centre, entertainment and shopping district. 2 Hill O’Chips, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-7788 F: 709-754-5209 Toll Free: 800-424-6423 E: [email protected] www.choicehotels.ca/cn246 Experience the ultimate in value and comfort located in historic downtown St. John’s. Featuring 160 guest rooms offering spectacular views of the city or harbour, inroom coffee, free high speed Internet access, free local calls, and complimentary sheltered parking. Enjoy Rumplestiltskin’s Restaurant where the only thing they overlook is the harbour. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Quality Hotel - Harbourview Ramada St. John’s 102 Kenmount Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-9330 F: 709-722-9231 Toll Free: 866-612-5800 E: [email protected] www.ramadastjohns.com Perfectly located, just minutes to the picturesque and vibrant downtown, and within walking distance to shopping centres. Situated near key business and commercial areas of the city. Newly renovated and tasteful, well appointed guest rooms. Our guests enjoy flexibility in room types which include those with ensuite kitchenettes; all guests receive complimentary parking, local calls, high speed wireless Internet, airport shuttle, use of 24hour business centre, and onsite fitness room. It shouldn’t cost you for uality. For reservations call 754-7788 or visit choicehotels.ca/cn246 destinationstjohns.com 27 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA For Great Deals Visit Us at www.super8stjohns.com Free SuperStart® breakfast • Business, Jacuzzi® & children’s suites Free wireless Internet • Business center • Meeting room for up to 40 ppl. In-room microwave, fridge, coffee maker & hair dryer Super 8 St. John’s (709) 739-8888 • 175 Higgins Line Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland 115 Cavendish Square, St. John’s, NL T: 709-758-8453 F: 709-726-2025 Toll Free (Worldwide): 800-325-3535 Toll Free (North America): 888-870-3033 E: [email protected] www.sheraton.com/newfoundland Landmark hotel, located in historic downtown overlooking St. John’s harbour and Signal Hill. Steps away from shopping, restaurants, museums, and nightlife. Enjoy luxurious guestrooms, chic new lounge bivver, all-day modern restaurant, health club, pool/saunas, lush Court Garden, and on-site spa. Complimentary parking and high speed Internet access. 28 destinationstjohns.com Destination Super ® SUPER8.COM 1.800.800.8000 Managed by www.pacrimhospitality.com All Super 8 hotels are independently owned and operated. Monastery Spa & Suites 63 Patrick Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-5800 F: 709-754-5802 Toll Free: 800-NFLD-SPA www.monasteryspa.com At Spa at the Monastery & Suites destination spa, you’ll be transformed with deluxe treatments and therapies in a peaceful, tastefully renovated heritage monastery just moments from downtown St. John’s. Luxuriate in our suites with air-massage tubs, king size beds, fireplaces, Aveda amenities, high-speed Internet, and so very much more. 175 Higgins Line, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-8888 F: 709-739-8811 Toll Free: 866-670-7666 E: [email protected] www.super8stjohns.com Located 2 km from airport and at the center of the business, government, and health care area, many rooms and suites feature sweeping views of Cabot Tower and Signal Hill. Just a few minutes to historic downtown and the city’s largest mall. Adjacent to Pippy Park golf courses and parkland. Complimentary breakfast, high speed Internet, local calls, indoor pool, hot tub & 80 ft waterslide. Mini-fridge, microwave oven, guest laundry, and business centre. The Guv’nor Inn 389 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-0092 F: 709-726-5921 Toll Free: 800-961-0092 E: [email protected] www.guvnor-inn.com Centrally located just minutes from historic downtown, shopping malls, MUN, hospitals, and much more. Our 37 air-conditioned guest rooms are equipped with hair dryers, coffee perks, clock radios, and High Speed Wireless Internet. All of our guest rooms have cable TV, Voicemail, and telephones with data ports. Most of our guest rooms have fridges and microwaves. Smoking or nonsmoking. Business center located at front desk for guest use 24 hours a day. Check out our Sweeny Suite and Function Rooms. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Super 8 Hotel RV Parks & Campgrounds Pippy Park Campground Nagle’s Place, St. John’s, NL T: 709-737-3669 Toll Free: 877-477-3655 E: [email protected] www.pippypark.com 166 full service and 22 un-serviced campsites, located in the heart of St. John’s. Convenience store, restroom and showers, laundromat, wireless Internet (loop 4), mini-golf, Northbank Lodge rental facility. Close to golf course, university, and shopping. Dining, Pubs & Entertainment “Best Entertainment District In Canada.” - WestJet Up Magazine 2011 Casual Dining AnneXe Resto 32 George Street T: 709-579-2669 annexeresto.ca Annexe Resto Bar & Lounge is a Montreal style resto bar with an upstairs lounge available for private groups and events. Our resto space is 40 seats, offering lunch, dinner and specialized on site catering, two fully stocked bars and evening entertainment. We offer Jazz, Dj entertainment and acoustic Sundays. destinationstjohns.com 29 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Bridie Molloys 5 George Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-576-5991 www.bridiemolloys.com A Traditional Irish Pub and Eatery located on famous George Street in St. John’s. Below on the historical level of Water Street is her sister company Celtic Hearth and Talamh An Eisc Pub and 24 Hour Bistro. Great food and a generous selection of wines, martinis, cocktails, and draft beer. Bridie’s is established as a favorite for live music, hosting local talent. Ches’s Famous Fish & Chips 9 Freshwater Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-2373 www.chessfishandchips.ca World famous Fish and Chips. Eatin/take-out delivery services of fast food. Fish and chips, hamburgers, chicken, etc. Clancy’s Restaurant (Comfort Inn Airport) 106 Airport Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-3500 ext. 4 www.comfortinnstjohns.com Casual dining. Great atmosphere. Serving local favourites, specialty dishes, and healthy choice options. Mallard Cottage Quidi Vidi Village Rd, St. John’s www.mallardcottage.ca Mallard Cottage, currently under development by nationally acclaimed Chef Todd Perrin and Sommelier, Stephen Lee promises to be a casual dining restaurant that will focus on presenting Newfoundland ingredients in an approachable and comfortable 30 destinationstjohns.com environment while providing a unique dining experience in one of the oldest wooden buildings in North America. Located in the historic community of Quidi Vidi Village, just minutes from downtown St. John’s. P. J. Billington’s (Ramada Hotel) 102 Kenmount Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-9330 www.ramadastjohns.com Casual family dining atmosphere serving local favourites. The Guv’nor Pub & Eatery 389 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-3053 www.theguvnor.ca At the Guv’nor Pub & Eatery, relax with friends in our quaint old English surroundings. Enjoy our wholesome Guv’nor weekend brunch Saturday and Sunday. Monday and Tuesday nights are wing nights. You’ll applaud our wide variety of popular menu selections and our Newfoundland and Labrador specialties. Our patrons appreciate our vast ale and lager selection. Recipients of the 2004 Restauranteur of the year award. Bacalao 65 Lemarchant Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709.579.6565 www.bacalaocuisine.ca Five floors of character-filled brewery, pub, dining, and catering space, offering unmatched historical atmosphere fused with forward thinking cuisine. Specializing in wood fired pizza, gourmet burgers, fresh seafood, and gastro pub appetizers & entrees. Our beers are fresh brewed on site by our Master Brewer. Full catering menu and private rooms also available. Bacalao creates “Nouvelle Newfoundland Cuisine,” an innovative interpretation of local cuisine, familiar flavours in new presentations. Our focus is on local produce, products, and spirits. In season, and as much as possible, we endeavour to source quality local ingredients from passionate producers, everything from garlic to game and seafood to spirits. Dining Atlantica Restaurant 38 Beachy Cove Road, Portugal Cove-St. Phillips, NL T: 709-895-1251 www.atthebeachhouse.ca Located in the Beach House Rooms and Suites. Oceanside dining. Atlantica is an acclaimed winner of enRoute Magazine’s Best New Restaurant in Canada 2007. Seasonal hours of operation. Please call ahead or visit our website. Basho 283 Duckworth Street, St. John’s T: 709-576-4600 Basho, loosely translated as the place or the spot, celebrates a simple appreciation of food and drink. Focused on an inquisitive approach to culinary fusion with an underlying Japanese influence, perceptions are best served with a muddled fresh fruit martini. Reservations are recommended. Open 6pm Monday – Saturday. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Yellowbelly Brewery and Public House 288 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-757-3784 www.yellowbellybrewery.com Bianca’s Restaurant 171 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-9016 www.biancas.net Creative originality describes decor and food at Bianca’s. For 19 years the electric surroundings, memorable cuisine, and friendly, professional service has been the gold standard for fine dining in St. John’s. Bianca’s has been awarded Wine Spectator Magazine’s coveted “Best of-Award of Excellence” for 12 consecutive years and Fodor’s Travel “Food of Choice” Award for the last 3 years. Blue on Water 319 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-2583 www.blueonwater.com Blue on Water is nestled in the heart of downtown St. John’s. A perfect location for a great meal, relaxing drink, or a fantastic night’s sleep. Amenities include: free high speed Internet/local calling, air conditioning, quality linens, and a first-class restaurant and bar. Reservations recommended. destinationstjohns.com 31 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Chinched Bistro 7 Queen Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-3100 www.chinchedbistro.com Jack’s Restaurant (Capital Hotel) 208 Kenmount Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709.738.4480 www.steelehotels.com Chinched Bistro specializes in hand crafted Contemporary Bistro Cuisine. Our dishes are created with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients and regional flavours. Using traditional methods as inspiration, Chef/Owners Shaun Hussey and Michelle LeBlanc create a unique menu and “gourmet casual” dining experience. Small groups up to 26 can enjoy the restaurant themselves. If you have been longing for the goodness of a home cooked meal, look to Jack’s Restaurant and enjoy not only a great menu and fabulous prices, but the best of Newfoundland hospitality as well. Join us for breakfast, mingle with colleagues over a light lunch, or sit back at the end of a hectic day and enjoy a fulfilling meal with family and friends. An experience you will not soon forget. Gypsy Tearoom & Wine House 315 Water St., Murray Premises, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-4766 www.gypsytearoom.ca Located in the historic Murray Premises, The Gypsy Tea Room and Wine House was voted as “the most romantic restaurant” in St. John’s. Menu includes local favorites, European cuisine, and unique daily features. We are open for lunch, dinner, and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. The Gypsy Tea Room is a must! 32 destinationstjohns.com Magnum & Steins 329 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-576-6500 www.magnumandsteins.ca Creative dining specializing in great steaks, fresh seafood, and homemade desserts. Every day the chef creates an array of new dishes highlighting local and seasonal fare that rivals the regular menu. Our lounge offers an extensive selection of fine wine, beer, and spirits to be enjoyed in a very comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Now offering a private dining room and offsite caterings. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA “Top 3 Canadian Foodie Escapes 2012” - Sympatico.ca Travel Oppidan (Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland) 115 Cavendish Square, St. John’s, NL T: 709-758-8195 www.sheraton.com/newfoundland OPPIDAN, the new all-day dining restaurant featuring a diverse menu with regional specialties, and the cozy ambiance of a fireplace and beautiful views of St. John’s harbour. OPPIDAN has quickly become the new dining hotspot in St. John’s. Discreetly tucked away in Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland. Portobello’s Restaurant 115 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-7050 www.portobellosrestaurant.ca Portobello’s, specializing in casual fine dining, is nestled in downtown St. John’s, right on the harbour, overlooking the narrows. Offering a great variety of steaks, seafood, and shellfish. All desserts are prepared on site, with a homemade touch. Portobello’s offers private rooms with LCD Big Screen, and private catering both onsite and off. Come and try one of St. John’s finest restaurants. Quinn’s Plate (Delta St. John’s) 120 New Gower Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-570-1660 www.fortisproperties.com Conveniently located in the main lobby, our all-day dining room offers a stylish atmosphere perfect for a casual breakfast, business luncheon, or intimate dinner. Breakfast buffet offered daily as well as nightly dinner specials to accompany our contemporary menu. Raymonds Restaurant 95 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-5800 www.raymondsrestaurant.com Living in Newfoundland and Labrador, we’re blessed in having access to some of the best seafood, meat, and produce in the world. Having such a bountiful larder right on our doorsteps means we’re able to adopt a truly sustainable approach to fine dining – sourcing locallygrown ingredients and getting to know independent purveyors. We’ve made every effort to make dining at Raymonds a unique and rare treat. Voted Best New Restaurant in Canada, 2011 by Enroute Magazine. Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Saturday, Lounge open at 5pm, dinner at 5:30pm. Reservations recommended. destinationstjohns.com 33 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Rumpelstiltskin’s (Quality Hotel) 2 Hill O’Chips, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-6000 E: [email protected] Zapata’s Mexican Restaurant 10 Bates Hill, St. John’s T: 709-576-6399 At Rumpelstilskin’s, the only thing we overlook is the harbour! With free indoor parking and a versatile menu featuring succulent seafood dishes, the highest grade of fresh cut prime rib and steaks, and lobster in season. With the unsurpassed harbour view, we have provided our customers with guaranteed great food and good times for a record 21 years! Reservations are recommended. Mexican Restaurant with select Canadian dishes. The Rooms Cafe 9 Bonaventure Avenue, St. John’s, NL T: 709-757-8097 www.therooms.ca Visit The Rooms Cafe and experience a view like no other overlooking historic St. John’s Harbour. Enjoy scrumptious soups and salads, spectacular chef’s specialties, and delectable desserts, all within the magnificent surroundings of The Rooms - the province’s premier cultural facility. Woodstock Colonial Restaurant 1959 Topsail Rd., Paradise, NL T: 709-781-2222 www.thewoodstock.com When you want to dine in Paradise, come to Woodstock Colonial. Celebrating our 85th year, we are one of the oldest restaurants in Newfoundland. We offer our guests casual fine dining, with old world charm. Enjoy table side flambé steaks, fresh seafood, and local Newfoundland cuisine. We have live music in our main dining room on most weekend evenings and a fabulous Sunday brunch. 34 destinationstjohns.com www.zapatasmexicanrestaurant.com Pubs & Nightlife bivver 115 Cavendish Square, St. John’s, NL T: 709-758-8195 www.sheraton.com/newfoundland Taste, savor, and linger in bivver lounge. Experience distinction, experience comfort, experience bivver. Located on the main level of Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland. Club One George Street @ New Gower, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-7877 www.partyongeorge.ca Club One is a live music venue situated in beautiful downtown St. John’s. Our mandate is to cater to our community of music enthusiasts and we are quickly becoming known as one of the top live music venues in Atlantic Canada. The club has successfully created an environment in which live music fanatics have the opportunity to see both local and touring acts, in a venue with great sight lines and the best sound in town. Available for special events. Dusk 12-14 George Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-7822 www.partyongeorge.ca Dusk Ultra Lounge offers a rich and eclectic mix of contemporary and retro styling with a total premium look and feel. Located in the center of historic downtown St. John’s, George Street is the premier entertainment district in the province. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out, a tasty meal, a unique venue for a conference, or a place to relax after a hard day’s work, George Street is the place for you. George Street is home to several top quality events, including the world-famous George Street Festival, Canada Day celebrations, and Mardi Gras. Mickey Quinn’s Pub (Delta St. John’s) 120 New Gower Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-570-1333 www.fortisproperties.com Our full service casual pub offers a relaxed atmosphere ideal for entertaining friends or business colleagues. Open daily from 11am, with an all day lounge menu and over 15 selections of draught on tap. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA George Street Association Unit 103, 127B Queen’s Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-7634 www.georgestreetlive.ca O’Reilly’s Irish Newfoundland Pub 13 George Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-3735 www.oreillyspub.com Join us at O’Reilly’s for a rollicking Newfoundland time that will dance in your heart for years to come! Live music every night of the week and “open mic” on Tuesday evenings. Food is also an essential part of the Newfoundland experience, at O’Reilly’s we honour Newfoundland foods like cod au gratin, pea soup, and fish & brewis, and offer creative spins on regular favourites like our stuffed toutons with salt cod and caribou spaghetti. A Screech-In for you CFAs to become an honorary Newfoundlander, all of this together offers the ultimate Newfoundland Kitchen Party! Shamrock City Pub 340 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709.758.5483 www.shamrockcity.ca In its fifth year, Shamrock City is an icon in the flourishing downtown entertainment scene. Offering the best of local traditional music seven nights a week and a diverse menu featuring excellent pub grub and fantastic local seafood! Don’t forget to say hello to Juno award-winning proprietor Darcy Broderick! There’s a band tonight down in Shamrock City. destinationstjohns.com 35 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Sundance 30 George Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-7822 www.partyongeorge.ca The Sundance has entertained Newfoundlanders for over 22 years. We have become the largest nightlife destination on the Rock! Our patrons’ unquenchable thirst for good times and great food has led us to expand six times. Today, our complex can hold over 2,000 people. Available for special events. The Martini Bar George Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-9180 www.themartinibar.ca Located in the heart of George Street, The Martini Bar offers a lounge and nightclub atmosphere with an elegant, relaxed style to enjoy a wide variety of beverages and live music. Industry Association Downtown St. John’s 155 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-8244 E: [email protected] www.downtownstjohns.com The Downtown Development Commission (DDC) manages the Business Improvement Area or (BIA) in the Downtown Commercial Core. The mandate of the DDC is to make downtown a more attractive place to live, shop, work, and visit while preserving and enhancing Downtown as the dominant commercial center of St. John’s. We strive to recognize the important balance between retail/office and commercial/residential components of this sector and work to preserve 36 destinationstjohns.com the historic and traditional character of downtown. Visit our website for a list of shops & services. Historic Sites Association 10 Barter’s Hill, John Cabot Building St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-9262 Toll Free: 877-753-9262 E: [email protected] www.historicsites.ca Local arts and crafts, which celebrate this province’s history & heritage. Music NL 186 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-2574 E: [email protected] www.musicnl.ca Musicians/Funding/Artist Support St. John’s Board of Trade 34 Harvey Road, 3rd Floor, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-2961 E: [email protected] www.bot.nf.ca Member-based business association (advocacy and member services) in St. John’s. Municipality City of Mount Pearl Economic Development & Tourism 3 Centennial Street, Mount Pearl T: 709-748-1096 E: [email protected] www.mountpearl.ca Mount Pearl, the second largest city in Newfoundland, is adjacent to our province’s capital and is becoming increasingly well known as a friendly business city. Its community spirit and a strong volunteer base have helped to create one of the most City of St. John’s Department of Economic Development, Tourism & Culture 348 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-576-8106 E: [email protected] www.stjohns.ca One of the oldest cities in North America. A city unlike any other. Cradled in a harbour carved from 500 million-year-old rock. Surrounded by hills running down to the ocean. Quaint side streets of a thousand colours. Friendly faces wait to greet you. Where old and new, city and nature, live as neighbours. The City of Legends. Town of Conception Bay South 106 Conception Bay Highway, Conception Bay South, NL T: 709-834-6518 E: [email protected] www.conceptionbaysouth.ca ST. JOHN’S AND AREA beautiful and neighbourly cities in Canada. Mount Pearl plays host to numerous community events, festivals, and major sporting activities. Kelligrews Soiree, held in early July. It also features the popular Rotary Topsail Beach Park, the worldrenowned Manuels River, Foxtrap Marina and boat tours. The town’s scenic Worsley Park has 2500 sq. ft. of meeting space, or come to the Recreation Complex for a space outside the city to meet for the day. Town of Torbay 1288 Torbay Road, Torbay, NL T: 709-437-6532 ext.264 E: [email protected] www.torbay.ca Experience the history, music, and culture of our community, during our year-long festivities at Torbay 250. Stand on the same beach that Colonel William Amherst and his troops landed on in 1762. Walk along the picturesque coastline of the East Coast Trail. Explore the Torbay Museum, celebrating our rich heritage. Visit beautiful Torbay, just fifteen minutes from downtown St. John’s, but worlds away. Conception Bay South - just a 10-minute drive from downtown St. John’s. The town is home to the destinationstjohns.com 37 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Retail Craft, Souvenir & Specialty Shops Bidgood’s Fresh Food Market 355 Main Road, Goulds, NL T: 709-368-3125 ext. 234 www.bidgoods.ca Bidgood’s is a family run business encompassing the full flavour of Newfoundland. Look for Bidgood’s Cove inside Bidgood’s Fresh Food Market, where you will find a vast array of traditional Newfoundland foods all prepared on site. Bidgood’s Cottage Crafts, also inside Bidgood’s Fresh Food Market, hosts a variety of Newfoundland artists whose talents are quite evident in the work they produce. Bidgood’s will package your purchases for shipping. Devon House Craft Centre 59 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-2749 www.craftcouncil.nl.ca The Craft Council of Newfoundland and Labrador represents 300 professional and emerging craft people in all parts of the province. At the Devon House Craft Centre in St. John’s, discover a large juried craft shop, two gallery exhibition spaces and a teaching clay studio. Pick up the Craft Council Studio Guide and visit craft and visual art studios throughout the province. Golden Tulip Handcrafted & Designer Jewellery 295 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-4653 www.thegoldentulip.ca Located in a downtown heritage building, the warm old-world interior of The Golden Tulip is the perfect place to showcase some of the most unique jewellery you’ll find anywhere! Specializing in gold, silver, and exotic stones, these visionary jewellers have gained a reputation for quality, craftsmanship, and design. Designers and goldsmiths in house. Drop by and see their popular Newfoundland collection. Heritage Shops of Newfoundland & Labrador www.historicsites.ca/heritageshop.html At the Heritage Shop our rich history and culture is interpreted through fine crafts, gifts, literature, music, and art. Proceeds from your purchase support provincial heritage projects and the enhancement of our National Historic Sites. Avalon Mall 430 Kenmount Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-738-1835 Cape Spear 1 Blackhead Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-772-4862 Toll Free: 877-753-9262 Duckworth Street 158 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-9040 Signal Hill National Historic Site 1 Signal Hill Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-772-4454 38 destinationstjohns.com ST. JOHN’S AND AREA St. John’s Airport Kiosk 80 Terminal Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-5121 Water Street 309 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-7994 Jellybean Row 245 Duckworth Street, 2nd floor T: 709-691-0632 www.jellybeanrow.com Jellybean Row is an elegant and unique art collectible celebrating the colourful heritage row houses of St. John’s. Visit our Shop and Gallery on Duckworth Street to see jaw dropping stretched canvas and plaque mounted pieces, our high quality galvanized steel mailbox, and more! Newfoundland Chocolate Company 166 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-0099 www.newfoundlandchocolate company.com World class gourmet artisan chocolate factory, beautiful chocolaterie full of decadent gourmet chocolate creations, huge chocolate mural titled ‘New Founde Chocolate Lande’, dripping chocolate fascades, a truffle counter, chocolate sculptures, and even an oompa loompa or two! This landmark building is impossible to miss – a must visit while in St. John’s. That Pro Look Avalon Mall, 48 Kenmount Road, St. John’s NL T: 709-739-5665 www.thatprolook.com Retail sportswear. Specializing in licensed sports wear, souvenirs and collectibles for all major leagues NHL, MLB, NBA, NFL and rugby, and soccer. Also, a complete line of soccer, rugby equipment, swimwear and performance apparel. Official retailer of St. John’s Ice Caps Merchandise. destinationstjohns.com 39 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA The Outfitters Adventure 220 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-HIKE (4453) Toll Free: 800-966-9658 www.theoutfitters.nf.ca national lines, and dynamic products from around the world. Explore and find that perfect gift, or find something special for you; there’s so much to discover. Outfitting you for your hiking, camping, outerwear, and travel needs. Wh!nk 118 Duckworth Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-7676 Toll Free: 888-754-7676 www.whinkinc.com The Rooms Gift Shop 9 Bonaventure Avenue, St. John’s, NL T: 709-757-8061 www.therooms.ca Locally produced, expertly crafted, meticulously selected: The Rooms Gift Shop specializes in offering the very best local products, exclusive 40 destinationstjohns.com LS12 Tourism Ad Wh!nk has a broad based selection of handmade jewelry, quality art, and other fabulous things with a strong emphasis on Newfoundland and Labrador handmade products. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Wines/Spirits Things to Do & See Newfoundland Labrador Liquor Corporation T: 709-724-1138 www.nlliquor.com Attractions Visit NLC Liquor Stores for a wide range of wine, beer, spirits, and local products bottled right here in Newfoundland and Labrador. Ten convenient locations in St. John’s and surrounding areas. Please ask your local accommodations provider or concierge for more details or visit our website to contact us directly. Quidi Vidi Brewing Company 35 Barrows Rd, Quidi Vidi Village, St. John’s, NL T: 709-738-4040 Toll Free: 800-738-0165 E: [email protected] www.quidividibrewery.ca Located in the historic village of Quidi Vidi, the brewery offers tours while visitors enjoy our award-winning brands of beer. Our hospitality room can accommodate up to 100 people. Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site of Canada Blackhead Road, Highway 11, St. John’s, NL T: 709-772-5367 E: [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/capespear Explore the history and traditions of Newfoundland and Labrador’s oldest surviving lighthouse. Enjoy whales, seabirds, and icebergs at Canada’s most easterly point, hike the East Coast Trail, and wander the ruins of Second World War fortifications. Bilingual guide service. The Commissariat Provincial Historic Site Kings Bridge Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-729-6730 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca The Commissariat was built between 1818 and 1820 as the home and offices of the Assistant Commissary General - the supply officer for British forces in Newfoundland. Today, a new, provocative, multi-media experience at the site recreates a volatile period destinationstjohns.com 41 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA in 19th-century St. John’s: British naval rule is ending and a power struggle is at hand. Crow’s Nest Officers’ Club 88 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-6927 E: [email protected] www.crowsnestnl.ca World War II Naval Officers’ Club which is now a private club, but welcomes visitors who have an interest in naval heritage and, in particular, the roles of the St. John’s and the Allied Navies in the Battle of the Atlantic. 42 destinationstjohns.com Johnson GEO CENTRE 175 Signal Hill Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-737-7880 E: [email protected] www.geocentre.ca The Johnson GEO CENTRE is a “Showcase of Earth & Space”. Descend glass elevators and view the Planets of our Solar System. Visit Fourteen Unique Attractions – including Oil & Gas and Titanic Exhibits. Marvel at our 550 Million Year-old Great Rock Wall. See our High Definition 3D Movies, included in Admission. Newman Wine Vaults Provincial Historic Site 436 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-7870 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca Cultivated gardens, field centre, trails, native plants, conference room, gift shop, exhibits, workshops, events, tours with advance booking, and educational programs. Imagine... the cool quiet of stone walls, and a warm sip of sweet wine, infused with the bouquet of old St. John’s... The Newman Wine Vaults tell the amazing story of a 300-year connection between wine produced in sunny Portugal, aged in the cool climate of Newfoundland, and sipped by England’s aristocracy for generations. Mile One Centre 50 New Gower Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-576-7657 E: [email protected] www.mileonecentre.com Mile One Centre is a state-of-theart facility, boasting bowl seating in the galleries for 6,000 and 1,900 on the arena floor. Hosts local to international sporting events, concerts, theatrical performances, exhibitions, and trade shows. The 2,200 seat Molson Canadian Theatre, an intimate configuration ideally suited for a speaker’s address, plenary session, concert, or theatrical event. Adjacent to the Delta Hotel and Conference Centre and in walking distance to 900+ hotel rooms and dozens of Bed and Breakfasts. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Memorial University of Newfoundland Botanical Garden 306 Mt. Scio Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-864-8590 E: [email protected] www.mun.ca/botgarden Parks Canada, NL East 5th Floor, John Cabot Bldg., 10 Barter’s Hill, St. John’s, NL T: 709-772-2587 E: [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca Parks Canada protects and presents on behalf of the people of Canada nationally significant examples of Canada’s natural and cultural heritage and fosters public understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment to ensure their ecological and commemorative integrity. Managing five National Historic Sites (Ryan Premises, Castle Hill, destinationstjohns.com 43 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Hawthorne Cottage, Cape Spear, and Signal Hill) and 77 Historic sites and Monument Board of Canada commemorative plaques recognizing nationally significant sites, persons, and events. Signal Hill National Historic Site Signal Hill Road (Interpretation Centre), St. John’s, NL T: 709-772-5367 E: [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/signalhill Quidi Vidi Village Plantation 10 Maple View Place, St. John’s, NL T: 709-570-2178 www.quidividivillageplantation.com Discover Signal Hill’s role in Canada’s communications and military history at Cabot Tower, Queen’s Battery, and the Visitor Centre. Explore the trails and archaeology of Signal Hill with our new EXPLORA GPS tours. Take in a performance of the famous Signal Hill Tattoo. Bilingual guide service. Standing on its own picturesque wharf in an iconic fishing community, Quidi Vidi Village Plantation is a craft enterprise and destination for those wishing to explore a unique corner of St. John’s. Built to reflect the fishing stages of the 1600’s, the Plantation welcomes visitors to watch, interact with, and support local craftspeople as they produce unique handmade items in a variety of mediums. 44 destinationstjohns.com The Suncor Energy Fluvarium 5 Nagle’s Place, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-3474 E: [email protected] www.fluvarium.ca Suncor Energy Fluvarium - see it here. Experience it. Explore the secret life of a river, a watershed, and ecosystems of which it is a part. Discover how water shapes our land, our cities, our history, and our lives. Recognize that water is a finite resource that is essential for life! Exhibits to explore and experience. Admiralty House Museum and Archives 365 Old Placentia Road, Mount Pearl, NL T: 709-748-1124 E: [email protected] www.admiraltymuseum.ca Built in 1915, the station was a link in the global network of wireless “listening” stations built by the Marconi Telegraph Company for the British Navy during the First World War to intercept German naval transmissions and track icebergs and ships in distress. Exhibit highlights: Displays of telegraphic equipment from 1850’s to WWII; a replica of the telegraph-cabin of the ill-fated ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Museums and Galleries S.S. Florizel; Marconi’s 1901 box-kite. Open year round Mon-Fri, weekends in July/August. Admission: $3 adults, children free. Bell Island Mine Museum & Underground Tour 1 Compressor Hill, Bell Island, NL T: 709-488-2880 E: [email protected] www.bellisland.net/no2mine Tourism Bell Island operates the Bell Island Heritage Museum and tours of the Underground Iron Ore Mine. To truly appreciate this dramatic tour it must be experienced firsthand. Ferry departs from St. Phillip’s just 15 minutes from downtown St. John’s. destinationstjohns.com 45 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Peter Lewis Gallery 5 Church Hill, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-6009 E: [email protected] www.artofpeterlewis.com The gallery is located in the heart of downtown St. John’s in one of the city’s historic Heritage Homes. A well known runner, teacher, and painter, Peter Lewis’ life is as colourful as his paintings. Come experience Newfoundland, Ireland, Arizona, and Tuscany in his impressionistic vibrant style. Railway Coastal Museum 495 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-724-5929/709-724-5932 Toll Free: 866-600-7245 E: [email protected] www.railwaycoastalmuseum.ca Completely restored to its original grandeur, the old Railway Station now houses over 100 exhibits and displays telling the story of the Newfoundland Railway and Coastal Boat Services. Features a 90-foot diorama of the Newfoundland Railway passenger cars. 46 destinationstjohns.com St. Michael’s Print Shop 72 Harbour Drive St. John’s T: 709-754-2931 www.stmichaelsprintshop.com St. Michael’s is a working printmaking studio hosting local, international, and national artists. In addition to services for artists, the printshop gallery has the province’s largest collection of print works on display and available for purchase. Special artist designed promotional items also available through the gallery. The Rooms 9 Bonaventure Avenue, St. John’s, NL T: 709-757-8099 E: [email protected] www.therooms.ca Steeped in history, brimming with artistic creativity - modern, welcoming, and hip - The Rooms is an all-encompassing Newfoundland and Labrador experience. Home of the Provincial Archives, Art Gallery, and Museum. At The Rooms, you’ll find exhibitions, family fun programs, and interactive activities that tell our stories through art, artifacts, archaeology, architecture, and archival records. Provincial Art Gallery Experience art in all its forms at The Rooms Provincial Art Gallery. Two floors of galleries with 10,000 square feet of exhibit space make it the place to see selections from over 7,000 works in the permanent collection and travelling exhibits from around the world. Provincial Museum The Rooms Provincial Museum tells the stories of Newfoundland and Labrador and its diverse peoples. Over a million natural history specimens and over a million artifacts bring these stories to life, connecting us with our past and the environment that has both shaped our experiences, and has been changed by our presence. New in 2013 7000 square feet of new exhibit space is set to open in 2013. The Husky Energy and Elinor Gill Ratcliffe Gallery Spaces. Please visit our website for more information. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Provincial Archives The Rooms Provincial Archives expertly preserves Provincial Government records deemed to have enduring legal, fiscal, evidential, or research value. The Rooms Provincial Archives also collects records from private sources that have enduring value to the history of the province. Adventure Boat Tours Dee Jay Charters Pier 7 - St. John’s Harbour Waterfront, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-8687 E: [email protected] www.deejaycharters.ca Depart from Pier 7 St. John’s Waterfront and cruise into Quidi Vidi Village and out to Cape Spear, the most easterly point of land in North America. Watch for the forty-foot humpback whales in early summer and the many species of seabird, including the famous puffin! You may also see majestic icebergs, many of them 10,000 to 15,000 years old. All of these experiences are coupled with the world-famous Newfoundland hospitality. Gatherall’s Puffin & Whale Watch 90-98 Northside Road, Box 281 Bay Bulls, NL T: 709-334-2887 Toll Free: 800-419-4253 E: [email protected] www.gatheralls.com Best whale sighting record. Puffins guaranteed. New catamaran (whale & passenger friendly, designed to minimize seasickness). It’s the largest, most stable, and most comfortable vessel in Newfoundland. Enjoyable, interactive interpretive program. destinationstjohns.com 47 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours Pier 6, 135 Harbour Drive, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-1888 Toll Free: 866-720-1888 E: [email protected] www.icebergquest.com Newfoundland’s award winning boat tour. North America’s largest humpback population. Iconic puffins. Breathtaking icebergs. Cabot Tower. Signal Hill. North America’s most easterly point, Cape Spear. Walking distance from downtown hotels, convention centre, B&B’s, fine dining, shopping and George Street. Signature Experience Collection member. Entertainment by local talent. Awarded Tourism Business of the Year Award 2012. Private charter. 100 passengers. 48 destinationstjohns.com O’Brien’s Whale & Bird Tours St. John’s Road, Bay Bulls, NL T: 709-753-4850 Toll Free: 877-639-4253 E: [email protected] www.obriensboattours.com Travel by boat to one of the largest seabird sanctuaries in the world, or come on board our Zodiac to explore our rugged coastline. See humpback whales and icebergs while being entertained by local talent. Shuttle service from all downtown hotels, dine at our restaurant overlooking the harbour and enjoy a dinner theatre. Experience our new marine interpretation centre with touch tank. You will be glad you did! 709.368.8681 F: 709-368-9539 | [email protected] P.O. Box 436 | Petty Harbour, NL | A0A 3H0 www.zipthenorthatlantic.com ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Sea Kayaking The Outfitters Adventure 220 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-HIKE (4453) Toll Free: 800-966-9658 www.kayaktoursnl.com Exhilarating sea kayaking tours of the Avalon Peninsula’s world famous coastline. Zipline North Atlantic Zip Lines Inc. Petty Harbour, NL T: 709-368-8681 E: [email protected] www.zipthenorthatlantic.com North Atlantic Zipline welcomed its first adventure seeker in June, 2012 and has risen to the top of everyone’s “to do” list when visiting the east coast. Located in the scenic fishing village of Petty Harbour, only 10 minutes from downtown St. John’s, this zipline course is the largest course in Canada. Spectacular view from all 10 lines. Come zip our majestic coastline, it’s an experience everyone deserves to have! Open all year! Golf Courses Bally Haly Country Club 100 Logy Bay Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-726-4021 E: [email protected] www.ballyhaly.com Bally Haly offers an 18-hole golf course with driving range and practice green. In addition, Bally Haly offers a 4-sheet curling rink during the winter season. Bally Haly’s full service restaurant is open year round and can cater events up to 130 people during the winter and 400 people in the summer. 6 km from downtown. 50 destinationstjohns.com Clovelly 100 Golf Course Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-9023 E: [email protected] www.clovellygolf.com One of Atlantic Canada’s best golf facilities with The Osprey, a championship Par 72 gem cloaked in green and Black Duck, our sister course, a Par 62 canvas on which to paint your game. Convenient online booking along with club or cart rentals. Great dining at Stymies Restobar. Glendenning Golf 120 Gabriel Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-368-4747 E: [email protected] www.glendenningolf.ca 18 hole Par 70 golf course. Offering clubhouse with food and beverage services, pro shop, and a driving range. Banquet facilities with seating for up to 250 guests. 13km from downtown. Pippy Park Golf Course 460 Allandale Road, St. John’s T: 709-753-7110 E: [email protected] www.pippyparkgolf.com Operating the Admiral’s Green 18-hole championship course, and the Captain’s Hill 9-hole course. Both courses have spectacular views overlooking the city of St. John’s. Clubhouse available for private functions. Hiking/Walking East Coast Trail Association Avalon Peninsula, NL T: 709-738-4453 E: [email protected] www.eastcoasttrail.com The East Coast Trail is a coastal hiking experience that takes you along the scenic shores of the Avalon Peninsula. Grand Concourse Authority 439 Allandale Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-737-1077 E: [email protected] www.grandconcourse.ca Enjoy a leisurely stroll on a network of trails throughout St. John’s. Manuels River Natural Heritage Society 12 Conception Bay Highway, CBS, NL T: 709-834-2099 E:[email protected] www.manuelsriver.com The Manuels River trail meanders for over 5 kilometers along one of the oldest and stunningly picturesque river valleys in eastern Newfoundland. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA National Geographic says it is one of the top ten adventure destinations in the world for 2012. Theatre & Performing Arts Resource Centre for the Arts (LSPU HALL ) 3 Victoria Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-753-4531 E: [email protected] www.rca.nf.ca The LSPU Hall, affectionately known as the Hall, is home base for the Resource Centre for the Arts (RCA). The Hall is the heart of live theatre and the cultural pulse of downtown St. John’s. Thousands of internationally acclaimed actors, musicians, and dancers have passed through the Hall on their way to stardom, and in this city you’re steps away from the action! Check out our website to buy tickets online! RV Rentals Islander RV Sales & Rentals Exit 40 at Paddy’s Pond, TCH, 260 Paddy’s Pond Road, St. John’s, NL T: 709-364-7368 Toll Free: 888-848-2267 E: [email protected] www.islanderrv.com Islander RV Rentals provides a variety of company RV rental units as an alternative way for tourists to tour and explore the province. Staff is available to help you custom design your NL motorhome rental tour. Complimentary pick-up & drop off provided within the St. John’s area. Service available in French and English. destinationstjohns.com 51 ST. JOHN’S AND AREA Spirit of Newfoundland Productions 6 Cathedral Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-3023 E: reservations@ spiritofnewfoundland.com www.spiritofnewfoundland.com Newfoundland comedic musical dinner and shows presented in the historic Masonic Temple. The name of the company embraces and celebrates the rich spirit, culture, and talent of Newfoundland and Labrador. Please call or visit our website to learn about our 16th season original shows and our three-course meal choices. UPTOWN Relaxed Dining & Entertainment 193 Kenmount Road, St. John’s T: 709 753-3463 www.experienceuptown.com UPTOWN Relaxed Dining & Entertainment offers a delicious daily lunch and dinner menu prepared by Chef Fred French, followed by the best in live stand-up comedy, music, & magic, 7 nights per week. Sunday Jazz Brunch every Sunday from 10:30am-2:00pm. Tour Operators Far East Photography Tours 72 Regent Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-682-4495 E: [email protected] www.fareastphotography.ca A tour with the photographer in mind – Beginner to advanced amateur. Professional photographer, Maurice Fitzgerald will coach you as you capture great landscapes of Cape Spear, St. John’s, Signal Hill, and North East Avalon. Take home creative and technical tips that you can use on future trips. Private Tours for 1-3 people are available year round. Maxxim Vacations 2A - 39 Pippy Place, St. John’s, NL T: 709-754-6666 Toll Free: 800-567-6666 E: [email protected] www.maxximvacations.com Newfoundland’s largest provider of inbound packages. Choose from escorted or independent travel options including air, car rental, accommodations, and attractions. Call about our pre and post convention options. 54 destinationstjohns.com 566 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-579-4444 Toll Free: 888-660-6060 E: [email protected] www.mccarthysparty.com McCarthy’s Party offers half day and full day tours featuring the city of St. John’s, Cape Spear, Colony of Avalon, and Conception Bay. Morning and afternoon departures as well as pick up and drop off service at hotels and B&Bs. Local guides, 7 and 14 passenger vans, 21 passenger buses, and motorcoaches available. Ocean Quest Adventures 17 Stanley’s Road, Conception Bay South, NL T: 709-834-7234 Toll Free: 866-623-2664 E: [email protected] www.oceanquestadventures.com Offering single and multi-day adventure and cultural tours including Bell Island’s underground mine tours, snorkeling with whales, 1-day resort style diving programs, tour boat charters, up close and personal zodiac tours of icebergs, cave exploration, and more. Operating in the Avalon Peninsula, Terra Nova, and Gros Morne. Open year round. ST. JOHN’S AND AREA McCarthy’s Party Tours & Convention Services including codfish. Fly-fishing and bait fishing packages. Rates starting at $150 per person per day. Fully licensed courteous fishing guides. Wildland Tours 124 Water Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-722-3123 Toll Free: 866-615-8279 E: [email protected] www.wildlands.com We have been providing escorted tours and conference excursions since 1984. Our creative and experienced crew will immerse you in the flavours and spectacles of Newfoundland and Labrador. Ask about our contributions to many of our province’s most famous and prestigious events. Contact us to ensure your authentic and engaging adventure. Witless Bay Ecotours 30 Lower Loop Place, Witless Bay, NL T: 709-334-2722 E: elainesbedandbreakfast@ nf.sympatico.ca www.elainesbythesea.com Our tours allow ample time to explore beaches and coves as well as observe seabirds, dolphins, and minke and humpback whales in their natural environment, as nature intended. Experience this thrill with Ecotours Witless Bay Wonders. Speciality Fishing Tours 120 Regent Street, St. John’s, NL T: 709-739-7910 Toll Free: 877- 600-1775 E: [email protected] Guided fishing day trips from the City of St. John’s; fishing for trophy brown trout, brook trout, rainbow trout, Atlantic salmon, and deep sea species destinationstjohns.com 55 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Irish Loop and Cape Shore Irish Loop and Cape Shore lead you to a cultural experience that strongly reflects the settlement of English and Irish emigrants over the past 400 years. Accommodations Atlantica Inn & Restaurant 1 Main Street, St. Bride’s, NL T: 709-337-2860 E: [email protected] Delicious, home-style cooking served in a friendly atmosphere. Rooms are $55 single, $65 double. Hagan’s Hospitality Home Aquaforte, NL T: 709-363-2688 Toll Free: 855-363-2688 E: [email protected] www.bbcanada.com/5896.html Three rooms, 2 with private baths located only 8 km from historic Ferryland. Breakfast, laundry service, and snacks provided. Transportation transfers available on request for hikers. Rosedale Manor B&B Inn 40 Orcan Drive, Placentia, NL T: 709-227-3613 Toll Free: 877-999-3613 E: [email protected] www.rosedalemanor.ca Waterfront Heritage B&B Inn with pastry chef host. Enjoy a peaceful destinationstjohns.com 57 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S sleep in elegant and comfortable surroundings. Waterfront Garden with seating. Private bathrooms, non-smoking, wireless internet, walking distance to restaurants. Philips Cafe/Bakery 170 Jerseyside Hill, Jerseyside, NL T: 709-227-0127 E: [email protected] www.rosedalemanor.ca The Wilds Golf Resort Cafe Bakery located in renovated 100-year-old general store on waterfront. Pastry Chef owner serves treats, daily baking, breakfast, soup/sandwiches, packed lunches, and specialty coffees and teas. Open at 7am. Wireless Internet. Route 90, Salmonier Line, NL T: 709-229-5444 E: [email protected] www.thewilds.ca Situated on a licensed salmon river and surrounded by pristine wilderness with endless activities. Accommodations include a 3.5 star hotel with heated pool, restaurant & bar, 4 star villas, chalets & fully serviced RV Park, and of course – a championship 18-hole golf course is a step outside your door. At the Wilds, we are pleased to offer a smoke free environment, complimentary Wi-Fi, and we are a pet friendly hotel. Please inquire when making a reservation. We offer courtesy shuttle service from the airport. Food & Beverage Lighthouse Picnics Ferryland, NL T: 709-363-7456 E: [email protected] www.lighthousepicnics.ca Exquisite food and stunning views at Ferryland Lighthouse. Offering distinctive picnic food using the freshest local products. Find the perfect spot by the ocean to enjoy your picnic. We provide the blanket and picnic basket, including books of local interest. Reservations recommended. Please call to hear about our special events schedule. Private dining and meeting facilities also available. Open 11:30a.m.5:00p.m. Closed Mondays. 58 destinationstjohns.com Attractions and Shopping Heritage Shop of NL - Castle Hill National Historic Site of Canada Placentia, NL T: 709-227-3055 Toll Free: 877-753-9262 E: [email protected] www.historicsites.ca/heritageshop.html At the Heritage Shop, our rich history and culture is interpreted through fine crafts, gifts and literature, music, and art. Proceeds from your purchase support provincial heritage projects and the enhancement of our National Historic Sites. Cape St. Mary’s Ecological Reserve St. Bride’s, NL T: 709-277-1666 E: [email protected] www.gov.nl.ca/parks&reserves The most accessible seabird colony in North America. The vantage point overlooks a magnificent sea stack and offers an opportunity to photograph the seabirds, including the third largest nesting colony of gannets in Newfoundland, and the third largest in North America. Fascinating Interpretation Centre, guided and interpretive hikes. Explore the fortifications built by France and England to protect their economic and strategic interests in the 17th and 18th centuries. Discover the lives of 17th century fishermen and soldiers through our costumed animators, exhibits, and audio tours. Walking trails link you to surrounding communities. Bilingual guide service. Colony of Avalon 1 Pool Road, Ferryland, NL T: 709-432-3200 F: 709-432-2842 Toll Free: 877-326-5669 E: [email protected] www.colonyofavalon.ca The Colony of Avalon is an archaeological site dating to 1621. It includes an active archaeology dig, Interpretation Centre, conservation laboratory, 17th-century Kitchen, and three reproductions of heritage gardens. Award-winning onsite Gift Shop features artifact reproductions and fine NL craft. Open daily from spring to fall. Contact us for details. Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve Mistaken Point, NL T: 709-438-1100 E: [email protected] www.env.gov.nl.ca/env/parks Embedded in the planes of Mistaken Point’s tilted and cleaved mudstone and sandstone, exposed by the pounding of the Atlantic waves, are fossils of the oldest creatures—in JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Castle Hill National Historic Site of Canada Route 100, Castle Hill Road, Placentia, NL T: 709-227-2401 E: [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/castlehill fact, the oldest complex life forms— found anywhere on Earth. Known to scientists as the Ediacara biota, they are creatures that lived 575 to 542 million years ago, when all life was in the sea. Guided tours are mandatory (late May - early October) within Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve and are available by calling the Interpretive Centre in Portugal Cove South, located in the southeastern tip of the Avalon Peninsula. The Myrick Wireless Interpretation Centre Cape Race, NL T: 709-438-1100 www.edgeofavalon.ca The Myrick Wireless Interpretation Centre at Cape Race is a replica of the original Marconi Marine Radio Station built at the same location in 1904 at the invitation of the Canadian Government. It is named for the Myrick family who lived and worked at Cape Race from 1874 until 2007, serving as light keepers, fog alarm operators, telegraphers, and wireless operators. The sinking of the Titanic is one of the most memorable moments in Cape Race history. The Marconi station at the Cape was the first land station to answer Titanic’s distress call and helped to coordinate the rescue effort. Salmonier Nature Park Route 90, Salmonier Line, NL T: 709-229-7888 E: [email protected] www.gov.nl.ca/snp/ A 3 km boardwalk trail winds through a mixture of wood and wetlands. Along the way, wild animals are displayed in sensitively developed enclosures representing their natural habitat. destinationstjohns.com 59 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Southern Shore Folk Arts Council Ferryland, NL T: 709-432-2052 Toll Free: 888-332-2052 E: [email protected] www.ssfac.com Organizers of the annual Southern Shore Shamrock Festival which takes place during the 4th weekend of July. The very purest in traditional Irish/Newfoundland music, song, and dance. Other special events throughout the summer. Golf The Wilds Golf Resort Route 90, Salmonier Line, NL T: 709-229-5444 E: [email protected] www.thewilds.ca Championship 18-hole golf course with contoured fairways and large undulating greens. Every distinctive hole is designed to showcase the natural brooks, wetlands, and ravines that define this stunning region of the province. Don’t be surprised to see a moose wandering the fairway, or an osprey soaring overhead. But, don’t get distracted by the scenery. The Wilds is a course for the golfer who enjoys a challenge. Even the best golfers will be tested by over 6750 yards of play, with a par of just 72. Tour Operators Stan Cook Sea Kayak Adventures Harbour Road, Cape Broyle, NL T: 709-579-6353 Toll Free: 888-747-6353 E: [email protected] www.wildnfld.ca Paddle alongside whales, icebergs, dolphins, and puffins. Experience entertaining coastal interpretive adventures that access sea caves, waterfalls, and fishing villages. The Cook family has offered award winning educational, entertaining, enriching, and sustainable adventures for all ages and experience levels since 1970. 60 destinationstjohns.com For those who seek to combine their love of history with their adventurous spirit, the winding coastal drives on routes 60, 70, and 80 on the Northern Avalon won’t disappoint. This area includes Killick Coast, Admirals’ Coast, and Baccalieu Trail. Accommodations A Schooner Inn 5 Northside Rd., Holyrood, NL T: 709-231-3033 Toll Free: 855-231-3033 [email protected] www.aschoonerinn.com 3 suite, 4 star, seaside Victorian Inn. 1884 vintage, historic award, antiques, gourmet nautical breakfast, tranquility, culturalhistorical interpretation, luxurious Turkish and Egyptian linens, guest bathrobes, binoculars, oceanfront verandas, near beaches, boardwalk, hiking, antiquing, historic sites, 30 min to St. John’s, Cupids, Brigus, Irish Loop. Comerford’s Oceanview Suites 272 Conception Bay Highway, Holyrood, NL T: 709-229-7224 Toll Free: 877-429-7224 E: comerfords@ oceanviewefficiencyunits.com www.oceanviewefficiencyunits.com 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units. Fully furnished & equipped, free internet. Twenty-five minutes from St. John’s; Argentia ferry 85 km. Located 2 km (east) from intersection of Routes 60 and 62. JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Northern Avalon Ocean Quest Lodge 17 Stanley’s Road, Conception Bay South, NL T: 709-834-7234 Toll Free: 866-623-2664 [email protected] www.oceanquestadventures.com Quiet 4-star accommodations in a sleepy seaside town, within driving distance to raw Newfoundland adventure and the cosmopolitan St. John’s nightlife. Walking distance to the Royal Newfoundland Yacht Club. King-sized bed or two twin bed sleeping arrangements. On-site spa, full-sized kitchen, and social room. Sophia’s Heritage Inn 150 Water Street, Carbonear, NL T: 709-596-3400 Toll Free: 866-596-3088 E: [email protected] www.newfoundlandexperience.com With luxurious guest rooms and romantic suites, our inn is the perfect touring base for your next getaway to the Baccalieu Trail. Explore our historic sites and coastal trails during the day and enjoy casual fine dining (by reservation) in our restaurant at night. Romantic and touring packages are available. Food & Beverage The Tea Garden 328 Conception Bay Highway, Holyrood, NL T: 709-229-7376 E: [email protected] www.theteagarden.toploft.net The place you hoped you’d find! Stroll through our landmark whalebone arches to the Tea Garden Restaurant, overlooking scenic Holyrood Bay. Enjoy an elegant destinationstjohns.com 61 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S lunch, a delightful afternoon tea, or delicious evening meal featuring fresh seafood, steaks, lamb, and homemade desserts, accompanied by a glass of wine or cocktail. Shopping Heritage Shop of NL – Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site Brigus, NL T: 709-528-4004 Toll Free: 877-753-9262 E: [email protected] www.historicsites.ca/heritageshop.html At the Heritage Shop, our rich history and culture is interpreted through fine crafts, gifts, literature, music, and art. Proceeds from your purchase support provincial heritage 62 destinationstjohns.com projects and the enhancement of our National Historic Sites. Things to See & Do Attractions Cupid’s Cove Plantation Provincial Historic Site Main Road, Cupids, NL T: 709-596-1906 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca In August 1610, Bristol merchant John Guy arrived at Cupers Cove (now Cupids) in Conception Bay, Newfoundland with a small group of colonists. By 1613, the colonists had built at least sixteen structures, including a fort, a sawmill, gristmill, Cupids Legacy Centre 347 Seaforest Drive, Cupids, NL T: 709-528-1610 E: [email protected] www.cupidslegacycentre.ca The Cupids Legacy Centre is a new state of the art facility offering innovative and interactive cultural and heritage experiences. Explore how in 1610 settlers survived the challenges of establishing the very first English settlement in Canada and discover how their descendants have created a unique Newfoundland culture here. Visit the exhibits, archaeology lab, faerie garden, family history centre and museum shop, and adjacent active archaeological dig. Open daily from June to October. Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site Irishtown Road, Brigus, NL T: 709-528-4004 E: [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/hawthornecottage Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site of Canada was the Brigus home of one of Canada’s foremost Arctic navigators and explorers, Captain Robert Bartlett. Explore this rare 19th century example of the “picturesque” or “cottage orné” architectural style. In the house and on the grounds, exhibits, audio tours, and live JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S and a brew house. Every summer, archeologists working the dig site at Cupids Cove Plantation reveal more and more about the lives of these colonists - Canada’s first English settlers. Come and see what they’ve found today. This site is operated by The Baccalieu Trail Heritage Corporation. theatre let you discover the many achievements and adventures of this great man. Heart’s Content Cable Station Provincial Historic Site Main Road, Heart’s Content, NL T: 709-583-2160 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca In July 1866, after nine years and several unsuccessful attempts, the first permanent telegraph cable connecting Europe and North America was hauled ashore at Heart’s Content. This little Newfoundland town leaped into the history books and remained a global communications hub for over a century. The cable station opened the world to the outport men and women who worked here and remains a time capsule of the communications technology that connected us all right up to the 1960s. Theatre & Performing Arts Live on The Lawn July & August Hawthorne Cottage National Historic Site, Brigus, NL T: 709-528-4004 www.historicsites.ca A series of four vignettes performed by the Baccalieu Players, covering major events in the career of Captain Bob Bartlett, the famous Brigus son and ice pilot, and life in Brigus at Hawthorne Cottage during the first half of the 20th century. Call for days and times. destinationstjohns.com 63 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S New World Theatre Project Cupids, NL T:709-722-6987 [email protected] www.newworldtheatreproject.com ocean and freshwater beaches, The New World Theatre Project: a centre of classical excellence. Our small, exclusive acting company concentrates on world class classical text work, striving for excellence on every level. The focus is on the stage and the actor. Audiences experience the dynamic immediacy and impact of our productions on the Indeavour Stage, a splendid interpretation of an Elizabethan theatre in Cupids, NL. Original texts in their original environment. Seasonal. Please visit our website for showtimes. Marystown Hotel Heritage Run & Saint Pierre et Miquelon Come sit and stay a spell in a tough, resilient land, where eight lighthouses keep watch along the extensive coastline and where you can experience a little taste of European culture on route 210. Accommodations Grand Fairways Resort 1 Main Street, Frenchman’s Cove, NL T: 709-826-2400 Toll Free: 866-826-2400 E: [email protected] www.grandfairwaysresort.com Two-bedroom log chalets, 5 minute walk to golf course, handcrafted furniture, grass backyard. Cable TV/ telephone/Internet. Fireplaces and outdoor firepits, golfing/minigolf, laundry facility, fishing and hiking, 64 destinationstjohns.com swimming, gas BBQs, meeting room, and fitness centre. Near Saint-Pierre Ferry terminal, malls, hiking trails, museums, etc. and Convention Centre 76 Ville Marie Drive, Marystown, NL T: 709-279-1600 Toll Free: 866-612-6800 E: [email protected] www.marystownhotel.com Full service accommodations and conventions destination. 133 guestrooms, suites, and efficiency units, some with air conditioning. Large banquet and meeting facilities accommodating up to 500 people. P.J. Billington’s Restaurant, Pub Beau Bois night club, room service, air-conditioned public area. Free high-speed wireless Internet access, laundry/valet services, pets allowed. Industry Association Heritage Run Tourism Association 1 Centennial Road, Marystown, NL T: 709-279-1887 E: [email protected] www.theheritagerun.com Operators of 3 Visitor Information Centres: Goobies at the Irving Big Stop Parking Lot - 709-5423239 (seasonal); Marystown at the Lighthouse - 709-279-1211 (seasonal) or 279-1887 (year round); Fortune at the Fortune Head Interpretation Centre - 709-832-3031 (seasonal). For a full list of things to do and see on St. Pierre and Miquelon, visit our website. The local government operates a ferry called Le Cabestan that runs between Saint-Pierre and Miquelon and Fortune, NL. Things to Do & See Attractions Fortune Head Interpretation Centre 49-51 Bunkerhill Road (located on Waterfront), Fortune, NL T: 709-832-3031/2810 E: [email protected] www.townoffortune.ca Geological time tunnel exhibit featuring Shelley the Snail & a gift shop. Provincial Seamen’s Museum 54 Marine Drive, Grand Bank, NL T: 709-832-1484 E: [email protected] www.therooms.ca Explore the era of the banking schooner through photographs, documents, an extensive collection of artifacts, and one of the largest murals in Atlantic Canada. Ask about special events and temporary exhibitions. Visit The Rooms website for all the details! JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Tourism Saint-Pierre et Miquelon Place du General de Gaulle, Saint Pierre et Miquelon T: 1 011-508-41 02 00 E: [email protected] www.tourisme-saint-pierreetmiquelon.com Theatre & Performing Arts Grand Bank Regional Theatre Festival July-August 16 Water St., Grand Bank T: 709-832-2284 F: 709-832-2382 E: theatrefestival@ townofgrandbank.net www.grandbankfestival.com The Grand Bank Regional Theatre Festival is the Comedy Capital of Newfoundland and Labrador! Be sure to get your funny bone tickled and your taste buds tantalized. World-class shows, dinner theatre, lunchtime theatre - what more could you ask for?! The Discovery Trail The Discovery Trail is aptly named, as the New World was discovered when John Cabot landed in Bonavista in 1497. This trail of discovery begins in Clarenville, the “Hub of the East” and winds north to Bonavista. Accommodations Artisan Inn Trinity 57 High Street, Trinity, NL T: 709-464-3377 Toll Free: 877-464-7700 E: [email protected] www.trinityvacations.com For 20+ years the Artisan Inn has been providing unique experiences for travelers to the Bonavista Peninsula. Located in the historic outport town of Trinity where guests enjoy comfortable accommodations and casual oceanshore fine dining. Ideally located, close to theatre, hiking trails, and many natural and historical attractions. destinationstjohns.com 65 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Eriksen Premises B&B 8 West Street, Trinity, NL T: 709-464-3698 F: 709-464-2104 Toll Free: 877-464-3698 E: [email protected] www.trinityexperience.com This restored heritage inn is located in the heart of historic Trinity with seven comfortable guest rooms complete with ensuites. A large common room is available for guests to mingle. There is a Victorian decor restaurant and a unique gift shop in the old general store. A full breakfast is complimentary. Fishers’ Loft Inn Port Rexton, NL T: 709-464-3240 E: [email protected] www.fishersloft.com Newfoundland’s top-ranked rural inn (Canada Select 2002). Magnificent ocean views. Traditional architecture. Award-winning furniture. Coastal walks. Licensed dining by reservation. Ensuite bath/shower, cable TV, telephone/computer hookups in all rooms. Executive conference centre, hiking, theatre, whale/iceberg/bird watching. Shopping and restaurants nearby. Major credit cards accepted. Harbour Quarters Inn 42 Campbell Street, Bonavista, NL T: 709-468-7982 Toll Free: 866-468-7982 E: [email protected] www.harbourquarters.com Eleven rooms in a designated heritage 1920’s general store on Bonavista Harbour. Private bath, custom made furniture, high speed in-room Internet access, conference facilities, plus many other amenities. Fully licensed 66 destinationstjohns.com restaurant on ground floor overlooking Bonavista Harbour. Next door to Ryan Premises National Historic Site. Terra Nova Resort and Golf Community Port Blandford, NL T: 709-543-2525 E: [email protected] www.terranovagolf.com Open year round. Newfoundland’s premier resort destination is located in Port Blandford, at the gateway to Terra Nova National Park. The resort features 27 holes of golf including the award winning Twin Rivers Golf Course, 80 guest rooms including our Premium & Luxury Suites, 7 Luxury Chalets, The ChopHouse at Terra Nova Resort featuring a new wine room and bar, as well as Mulligan’s Pub & Eatery. Other amenities include a heated swimming pool, steam room, sauna, fitness area, tennis courts, and poolside Tiki Bar. Hiking, boat tours, and sea kayaking all located nearby. A true resort experience right here in Newfoundland and Labrador. The View Golf Resort 100 Main Street, Route 235, Princeton, NL T: 709-462-8439 E: [email protected] www.theviewgolfresort.com Six ocean view suites with fireplace, two queen studio suites, and four two-bedroom apartments with kitchens. Meeting room, dining room, lounge, plus a scenic and challenging nine-hole golf course. Year-round recreation or relaxation haven. Centrally located on Bonavista Peninsula near Trinity, Bonavista, and Terra Nova National Park. Terra Nova National Park Glovertown, NL T: 709-533-2801 Toll Free: 888-773-3783 E: [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/terranova Located 80 km east of Gander and 240 km west of St. John’s, Terra Nova National Park offers many front and back country camping opportunities. Explore the visitor centre, hike one of our many trails, go for a swim or a picnic, or let the children have fun at the playground. Visit our eatery and gift shop and expand your adventure with a boat or kayak tour. JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Campgrounds & RV Parks Dining Artisan Inn’s Twine Loft Restaurant 57 High Street, Trinity, NL T: 709-464-3377 Toll Free: 877-464-7700 E: [email protected] www.trinityvacations.com The dining room is located on the first floor of the Twine Loft and offers an intimate dining experience, seating roughly 20-25 people per sitting. Guests are offered two great views as they enjoy their candlelit dinner: the view of the sun setting over the waters of Fisher’s Cove, and the chef skillfully preparing each course in the open kitchen. In-house Sommelier. destinationstjohns.com 67 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Fishers’ Loft Dining Room P.O. Box 36, Port Rexton, NL Toll Free: 877-464-3240 E: [email protected] www.fishersloft.com Every evening we serve a freshly prepared meal in our licensed dining room overlooking Trinity Bay. Our kitchen draws from the ocean, freshwater ponds, and seaside meadows around us, and our kitchen garden in season. The Chophouse and Mulligan’s Pub Port Blandford, NL Toll Free: 877-546-2525 www.terranovagolf.com Our Chophouse represents a unique concept on what a dining experience can be. We offer premium cuts of Certified Angus Beef, fresh Newfoundland seafood, as well as many other high quality center cut items. In addition, our menu will offer Signature Selections created daily to enhance that perfect occasion. Our Chophouse Wine Room boasts an extensive collection of wines representing regions and flavor from all over the globe. Join us in Mulligan’s Pub, where the Irish and English traditions of good cheer continue. Our menu features a wide selection from wings and nachos to grilled salmon and steaks. Mulligan’s Pub’s cozy atmosphere is a must visit whether staying at our Resort or just passing through the region. Shopping Heritage Shop of NL – Ryan Premises National Historic Site Bonavista, NL T: 709-753-9262 Toll Free: 877-753-9262 E: [email protected] www.historicsites.ca/heritageshop.html At the Heritage Shop, our rich history and culture is interpreted through fine crafts, gifts, literature, music, and art. Proceeds from your purchase support provincial heritage projects and the enhancement of our National Historic Sites. Things to Do & See Attractions Cape Bonavista Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site End of Cape Shore Road, Bonavista, NL T: 709-468-7444 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca Built in 1843, the light at Cape Bonavista is one of the few in the world where you can still climb up the stone tower and see the same seal oil fueled catoptrics light apparatus that was used in the 19th century. A great place to watch for whales, icebergs, and puffins in summer. Hiscock House Provincial Historic Site Bonavista Peninsula, Trinity, NL T: 709-464-2042 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca Emma Hiscock’s life spanned a time when Trinity’s heyday as a centre for the salt fish trade was in the past, but it was still the place where everyone from all over the Bight came to do their shopping. Restored 68 destinationstjohns.com Ryan Premises National Historic Site of Canada 72 Confederation Drive, Bonavista, NL T: 709-468-1600 E: [email protected] www.pc.gc.ca/ryanpremises Mercantile Premises Provincial Historic Site Bonavista Peninsula, Trinity, NL T: 709-464-2042 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca Ryan Premises National Historic Site of Canada commemorates the 500-year history of the East Coast Fishery. Award winning exhibits, interpretive programs, and friendly heritage guides bring the fascinating story of the fishery to life. Learn about Bonavista’s history in the on-site community museum and purchase a keepsake at the Heritage Shop to complete your visit. Bilingual guide service. In the 18th century, when Trinity was a bustling, thriving seaport, with shipbuilding, the fishery, and importing and exporting all taking place, the Mercantile Building was a hive of activity. This is where fishermen came from all over the Bight to trade their fish for supplies, and where the Lester-Garlands kept track of their fortune. The Mercantile Premises is one of the last buildings remaining from a complex of warehouses and workshops that once lined Trinity’s shore. Mockbeggar Plantation Provincial Historic Site Mockbeggar Road, Bonavista, NL T: 709-468-7300 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca The Mockbeggar Plantation was the former residence of politician and Confederation advocate F. Gordon Bradley. Today, this site tells the story of life in Newfoundland in the 1930s and 1940s, when the issue of whether to join Canada or remain an independent nation was on everyone’s lips. JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S to the way it was in 1910, today Emma’s House is a snapshot of life in this period and tells the story of how Emma kept up a genteel life for herself and her six children after her husband drowned in the 1890s. Trinity Visitor Centre Provincial Historic Site Bonavista Peninsula, Trinity, NL T: 709-464-2042 E: [email protected] www.seethesites.ca Begin your Trinity Experience here. Purchase tickets for all seven sites, pick up a map, and get your bearings. A new interactive exhibit orients visitors to the story and people of Trinity and the “Bight”. Golf Courses Brookside Golf Resort & R.V. Park Hatchet Cove, NL T: 709-546-2777 Toll Free: 877-788-2230 E: [email protected] www.brooksidegolf.ca Brookside Golf Course & Camping Ground is a 9-hole golf course located in Hatchet Cove, Trinity Bay. The hilly terrains offer panoramic scenery including ocean views. This venue offers a restaurant, cozy destinationstjohns.com 69 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S clubhouse, and full service RV site as well as onsite travel trailer rentals. Terra Nova Resort & Golf Community Port Blanford, NL T: 709-543-2525 Toll Free: 877-546-2525 www.terranovagolf.com The Twin Rivers Golf Course has been given the rank of Platinum by the Canadian Golf Course Ranking Magazine, Score Magazine for the past three years, ranking the course as one of the top 30 courses in Canada and one of the top six in Atlantic Canada. This seaside course that criss-crosses two salmon rivers, has been often referred to as “Canada’s Pebble Beach.” Many golfers note that one of the best value golf vacations is found at Terra Nova Golf Resort. Eagle Creek, a 9-hole, 2,593 yard, par 34 course is breathtaking, offering a challenge to the seasoned golfer as well as an alternate venue for those wanting a shorter program. Named after bald eagles frequently seen over Clode Sound, this full 9-hole course is an added treat to Resort golfers. The View Golf Resort 100 Main Street, Route 235, Princeton, NL T: 709-462-8439 E: [email protected] www.theviewgolfresort.com Each hole of this course offers its own unique natural beauty. Sculpted from the rocky hillside and contoured to match its surroundings, the terrain offers a mixture of flat areas, gentle slopes, and rising hills. Narrow fairways, natural obstacles, and sand and 70 destinationstjohns.com water traps make strategy and accuracy more important than being able to hit extremely long drives. With its challenging play and beautiful scenery, a round of golf at The View is enjoyable for players of all skill levels. The final hole, featuring a breathtaking backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean, makes a spectacular finale to your round. On this course, you’ll find that you reach for your camera as often as you do for your clubs! Tour Operators. Sea of Whales Adventures 1 Ash’s Lane, Trinity, NL T: 709-464-2200 or 709-427-1217 E: [email protected] www.seaofwhales.com Dedicated to showing you the best of whales and wildlife in our area. Participate in our photo identification study of the whales. We have combined 25 years of experience taking clients to view whales in this region. 3 hour trips depart daily at 9am, 1pm, and 5pm. Snack included. Rising Tide Theatre A professional company since 1978 Trinity, NL T: 709-464-3232 Toll Free: 888-464-3377 E: [email protected] www.risingtidetheatre.com As part of the Seasons in the Bight festival, come and celebrate the event that started it all, ‘The New Founde Lande Trinity Pageant’. It’s been hailed as a moving and joyous tribute to our beloved New Found Lande. Join us on a magical journey through Trinity as our past unfolds in story and song. June 29 to August 31, 2013 on Wednesdays and Saturdays @ 2:00pm (Weather dependent) JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Theatre & Performing Arts The New Founde Lande Trinity Pageant June-September Trinity, NL T: 888-464-3377 www.risingtidetheatre.com For 17 years the Trinity Pageant has been hailed by all who see it as a moving and joyous tribute to our beloved New Founde Lande. Showtime is 2pm outside the Interpretation Centre in Trinity. Check dates and times as they are subject to change. destinationstjohns.com 71 JUST BEYOND ST. JOHN’S Central, Twillingate Dining Canvas Cove Bistro 52 Main Street, Pier 52 Iceberg Quest Premises Twillingate, NL T: 709-884-1888 Toll Free: 877-894-2537 www.icebergquest.com/canvascove-bistro/ Canvas Cove Bistro, located on Iceberg Quest Premises, adds a sophisticated flare to dining in rural out port Newfoundland. With a strong focus on local products and innovative techniques, Canvas Cove Bistro sets the stage for experiential dining. Culture, tourism and culinary arts converge, as Executive Chef Nick artistically revives Newfoundland cuisine. Canvas Cove Bistro was nominated for Restaurateur of the Year Award 2012. Fresh. Local. Delicious. We are expecting you! Tour Operators Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours 52 Main Street, Pier 52 Twillingate, NL T: 709-884-1888 www.icebergquest.com Steam past Iceberg Alley with Newfoundland’s award winning boat tour. View 12,000 year old icebergs on an epic journey from Greenland. Watch humpback whales and elegant seabirds frolic in pristine waters. Relax as our friendly crew proudly introduce you to outport Newfoundland’s way of life, charisma and hospitality that attract visitors worldwide. Visit Canvas Cove Bistro for homemade Newfoundland cuisine and experience gourmet 72 destinationstjohns.com artisan chocolates from the onsite Newfoundland Chocolate Company. Shopping Newfoundland Chocolate Company 52 Main Street, Pier 52 Iceberg Quest Premises Twillingate, NL T: 709-579-0099 www.newfoundlandchocolate company.com The Newfoundland Chocolate Company prides itself on making world class chocolate from only the very finest of cocoa beans. Locally picked sun ripened Newfoundland berries, premium oven roasted nuts, and only pure, complementary ingredients are combined to create decadent gourmet chocolate creations. Twillingate has the first satellite chocolaterie located on Iceberg Quest Premises. West Coast, Gros Morne Area BonTours 105 Pond Road, Rocky Harbour, NL T: 709-458-2016 Toll Free: 888-458-2016 E: [email protected] www.bontours.ca BonTours offers four spectacular boat tours within scenic Gros Morne National Park. Fjords, whales, bald eagles, waterfalls, local live entertainment, and stunning sunsets are just a few of the things you will see and do aboard our tours. As much as you’ll rave about the beauty of Torbay, you’ll still have one regret. That you didn’t find it sooner. torbay.ca (709) 437-6532