Things to Do
Get out and explore!
Blue on Water is right at the centre of things. Have something in mind? Just ask and we’ll set you on a course that will capture the spirit, scenery and world–renowned hospitality of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Here are a few places to go and things to do to get you on your way!
O'Brien's Bird Island Charters
http://www.obriensboattours.com
Come for the humpback whales, puffins, seabirds, icebergs and the O?Brien?s' stories and insights into the nautical wonders of this rugged coast. Experiencing this famous Newfoundland tour will leave you with a natural rush that lingers!
Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch
http://www.gatheralls.com
The world's leading tour operators choose Gatherall's Puffin and Whale Watch. Not by coincidence... it' a genuine reflection of our ability to deliver services of quality and value which they demand.
East Coast Trail
http://www.eastcoasttrail.com
The East Coast Trail is a 540 km coastal hiking experience that takes you to the outermost reaches of North America. The Trail provides walkers and hikers with a special blend of wilderness adventure, outstanding natural beauty, wildlife, history, and cultural contact.
Ferryland Lighthouse Picnics
http://www.lighthousepicnics.ca
Lighthouse Picnics is a unique experience. We offer exquisite food at one of the most beautiful locations in the world — Ferryland Head. Our guests are offered distinctive picnic food using only the freshest local products. But Lighthouse Picnics is not just about great food — it is also about enjoying your surroundings.
The Rooms
http://www.therooms.ca
Immerse yourself in our culture at Newfoundland and Labrador's newest public cultural space. It's the place where it all comes together — our history, heritage and artistic expression. The Rooms unites the Provincial Museum, the Provincial Art Gallery and the Provincial Archives under one roof.
Stan Cook Sea Kayaking
http://www.wildnfld.ca
If you're looking for authentic adventure with no shortcuts or surprises, our activities have the right balance of excitement, entertainment and enlightment. Whether it's a 2.5 hour sojourn, a four hour adventure, a full day combo of kayaking and hiking, or up to a week long soft adventure vacation, we have what you need.
The Johnson GEO CENTRE
http://www.geocentre.ca
The GEO CENTRE is a world-class geological interpretation centre. You will be intrigued by the stories behind the radical changes that take place in our climate; and the constant influences of the Sun and our Earth's gravity. The GEO CENTRE is heated by the Earth itself, through holes drilled over 500 feet into the rock, using heat pumps to circulate fluids that heat or cool the building.
The Signal Hill Tattoo
http://www.signalhilltattoo.ca
The Signal Hill Tattoo is an internationally known award winning historical animation program. Each summer, audiences thrill to the echo of the cannon, mortars and musket fire combined with the stirring tunes of the Fife and Drum Band which bekons visitors to a bygone age of 19th Century British military might.
The Basilica
http://www.thebasilica.ca
The Basilica Cathedral of St. John the Baptist was the vision of Bishop Michael Anthony Fleming. Supported by faith, persistance and hard work, on September 3, 1855 amid the tumultuous welcome of a large and enthusiastic group of spectators and with the great bells pealing forth, the Prelates arrived and the Basilica Cathedral was consecrated.
IcebergFinder.com
http://www.icebergfinder.com
Newfoundland and Labrador is the greatest iceberg theatre in the world. From the east coast of Labrador to Newfoundland's southern shore, you are in Iceberg Alley, the only place in the world where you can see two or three storey icebergs making thier way down the Atlantic Ocean from Greenland.
Great Big Sea
http://www.greatbigsea.com
Named for a Newfoundland traditional song about a tsunami, the island's most famous and successful band was founded in St. John's in 1993 by musicians Alan Doyle, Bob Hallett, Sean McCann, and Darrell Power.
McCarthy's Party - Newfoundland and Labrador Tours
http://www.mccarthysparty.com
Since 1982, McCarthy's Party has specialized in delivering tours of Newfoundland and Labrador. Committed to providing you with an authentic experience, we offer you total immersion - Newfoundland and Labrador style. Let the locals be your guide.
...there is a growing trend in the corporate travel business to leave the hotel properties in hope of experiencing the local ambiance and culture St. John's has to offer. Go no further than Blue On Water, as the presentation and quality of the food are second to none. If the food was not enough, Blue employs the most informative and friendly service staff in the city. I can't recommend Blue On Water enough!
— Ryan MacLean
Vice President of MCIT
