Posts by Andrew McCarthy
ANTI – ARCTICA
Newfoundland is an ideal destination for anyone wishing to experience an arctic environment in true safety and comfort. “… influence of the ‘Labrador Current’…” Despite our southern latitudinal position, Newfoundland can exhibit cool, and even cold temperatures during any season thanks to the influence of the ‘Labrador Current’ and the frigid waters it…
Read MorePHOTOSNAPH
What a set of photographs we captured this past Saturday. It was probably the most extraordinary camera day ever experienced – Idyllic really. The ocean was alive, still broiling from last night’s storm. A foot of fresh snow blanketed our world, presenting a perfect canvas that accentuated the many brilliant colours nestled throughout. A bright…
Read MoreSING ALONG
I once heard it said (though I can’t find any verification on the internet) that Newfoundland boasts more musical recordings than any other country in the world. And that was quoted back in a time when you had to pay for access to a recording studio; long before the advent of internet, hand held recorders,…
Read MoreNAUGHTY AND NICE
Guests will often hear me suggest that the best time to visit Newfoundland is “Right now!”, and never have I believed this to be truer than “Right Now!” While our traditional tourism season runs from late May through the end of October, I guarantee that anyone who pays us a visit at Christmas, will receive…
Read MoreSPEAKING IN TONGUES
My wife had just returned from Switzerland where she spent the better part of the summer with our 2 young children. I was working on the mainland while they were away so when we reunited all hands were anxious to get to Bonavista to spend some time in our beautiful seaside cottage (www.marbellacottage.com) , visit…
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