Newfoundland July 30 - August 15. ArrivedTravelling with Sharon and Kim.
Arrived at St. John's International Airport 1230 Tuesday. A little chat with Kim's insurance company and we were allotted a premium car (Ford Taurus) - cherry red and leather interior - all pimped out. We were off to St. John's to find our bed and breakfast. The Narrows is located on Gower Street, a couple of blocks up from Water Street and the harbour. Our b&b was excellent. A beautiful old home that fit in with the lovely multicoloured rows of houses located around the provincial capital.
After settling in we decided to walk the city streets. We made our way down George Street and Water Street. We walked along the harbour front until we got to a sculpture that pointed out a link between Newfoundland and Potugal, mainly centered around cod fish. We sat at the harbour for a bit enjoying the salt sea air and people watching.
A brief rest back at The Narrows and we were ready to meet up with Tracey (Kim's friend) and her sister Wendy. We went out for dinner and drinks at Sundance. Our next stop was an Irish pub where we listened to local singers as it was open mic night. Our last stop was Chrisitans on George Street for the nightly screechin' in and traditional kissing od the cod. Both Kim and I have now been screeched in and are proud owners of the certificate to prove it!
This morning I got up for a run. After a couple of advil and a lot of water I set out for Running St John's style. Lots of ups and downs and finally a serious downpour! Keeping in mind what Jimmy told me, "if you don't like the weather in Newfoundland, wait 5 minutes." Although a bit longer than 5 minutes, the weather has changed a lot today. From clear to rain to fog rolling in over Signal Hill.
We had an absolutely delicious breakfast of French toast and fruit made for us by our outgoing host Brenda. Brenda was helpful in gicing us some touring advice for our next few days.
After checking out of The Narrows, we headed over to The Rooms, a cultural museum. We experienced exhibits about The Roaring 20ies, The Irish Connection, the natural aspects of Newfoundland, first nations, and Canadian artist Mary Pratt.
Extreme hunger drove us to the local Sobeys to pick up fruit and vegetables. We are setting off now to our next location, Ferryland, which is south of St. John's. We are all on the lookout for the natural wildlife of Newfoundland.
