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providing valuable information about the wonderful vacation destinations in Canada.
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The
article below offers a captivating perception on Newfoundland and Labrador!
Newfoundland and Labrador - Recreation and Regattas
Recreation is bound to be fantastic in Newfoundland and Labrador. The
possibilities are almost endless for water sports - swimming, boating,
kayaking, canoeing, surfing, fishing, and more. The same holds true for
activities on land. With its miles of coastline and 1500 km of trails (coastal
and cross-island) and wide open spaces, a world of fun awaits everyone in
Newfoundland.Biking, hiking, bird watching, skiing in winter, golfing in summer (playing in sight of whales and icebergs) - something for everyone - kids and adult! The island of Newfoundland is the perfect place for freshwater adventures. Labrador is home to extremely large rivers. Labrador is known worldwide as the ideal location to visit for amazing remote adventures in a vast landscape.
Snowmobilers also enjoy the remote destinations in winter. Yet safety must be a priority before snowmobiling in rugged and unfamiliar territory. As well, Newfoundland and Labrador has a variety of groomed and non-groomed trails for snowmobiling fun. Cross-country skiing, as well as Alpine skiing, is always popular with locals and visitors. Recreation in Newfoundland and Labrador is about year-round fun.
Regattas are a popular attraction in summer. The Royal St. John's Regatta is held the first Wednesday of August - if the weather is suitable for rowing on Quidi Vidi Lake. This historic regatta is the oldest continuing sporting event in North America. The 2010 Royal St. John's Regatta was the 184th running of this event. Historians believe that rowing races took place in St. John's even before the official date for the first regatta.
This event still attracts more than 50,000 spectators every year. Of course, for Newfoundlanders, the Regatta is about more than rowing. The event is a social occasion - a time to meet old friends and make new ones.
For children, the Regatta will be one of the most memorable days of their summer. With concessions, teddy bears, cotton candy, games, prizes, and ice cream, the event spells fun times for kids. Traditional music is always played in the background.
The races, however, are never far from everyone's mind. People keep an eye on the pond and discuss the times and everyone is interested in the Championship Race. Across Newfoundland, Regatta fans follow the action on radio or television. The Royal St. John's Regatta is a big event in Newfoundland. Other places in Newfoundland also hold popular regattas such as Placentia and Harbor Grace.
Often visitors to the province will attend these three exciting regattas. Tourists love to explore the whole gamut of recreational possibilities in Newfoundland and Labrador. Wherever visitors travel within the province, they can always find excellent accommodations.
Newfoundland cottages and hotels, as well as bed and breakfasts, inns, resorts, and cabins offer exceptional service. Everyone can enjoy endless days of fun and recreation and experience rest-filled nights in comfortable surroundings. Wake up to the beauty of Newfoundland and Labrador - the first place in Canada to see the dawn of every new day. Newfoundland and Labrador - the fun starts here!
Travel is a passion for Richard and he had the good fortune to visit over 30 countries - working and living around the globe. This broad experience, coupled with his business adventures as an entrepreneur, gives him a unique perspective on travel destinations. Richard writes about his favorite spots and hopes that you will follow him on his adventures.
Newfoundland and Labrador - Recreation and Regattas
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