Posts by Andrew McCarthy
CAPITAL IDEAS
We recently hosted a ‘Familiarization Trip’ (FAM) for a small group of journalists and travel industry experts who were considering Newfoundland as a weekend retreat for their clients / readers / followers. The latest trend in the industry focus’ on ‘Short Haul’ destinations, and with non stop direct flights to London, UK, Montreal, PQ and…
Read MoreHIGH FIVE
There’s a brilliant information board located on the top of Signal Hill that features a map of the ‘Newfoundland Centered World’. Though partially presented in fun, it is a wonderful reference point where guests gain a better appreciation for St. John’s geographic location, and our proximity to so many major centers. “… Newfoundland centered…
Read MoreKNOW SATISFACTION
We were out for our annual family hunting excursion on Newfoundland’s Great Northern Peninsula (GNP), and with an especially successful showing early in the week (two animals down in the first two days), we were afforded plenty of extra time to explore some of the surrounding areas, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site at L’anse…
Read MoreTHE SON ALSO RISES
McCarthy’s Party’s most popular day tour is the ‘Historic St. John’s and Cape Spear’ experience; providing a brilliant introduction, interpretation, and orientation of Newfoundland’s capital and its environs – including Cape Spear, the most Easterly Point in North America. This is the oldest colonized region in the new world and our local guides will regale…
Read MoreSTAR SH’are
Craig Borden from ‘Rugged Edge Sports’ introduced us to some members of Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s new STAR program (Strategic Tourism for Areas and Regions) in the Corner Brook / Bay of Islands / Humber Region last week. The purpose of this initiative is to utilize a STAR certified consultant to work with a committee…
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