- Flexible itineraries for weekend getaways or spending two weeks in Newfoundland and Labrador

- Top experiences: Visit an active archaeological dig or learn about the history and local art of the province while touring The Rooms cultural centre. Chow down on fresh crab claws, chowder, and pie made with locally grown berries. Drive the Irish Loop for stunning coastal views, maritime history, and wildlife-watching, and wind down after at a cosy neighbourhood pub

- Best outdoor adventures: Trek through hilly evergreen forests and spot moose, foxes, and caribou. Watch for whales on a cruise or search the sky for soaring eagles, ospreys, and puffins. Embark on a multi-day backpacking adventure through the UNESCO-protected Gros Morne National Park. Kayak to the remote wilderness of Torngat Mountains National Park, scuba dive in shipwreck-filled coves, or settle down for a night under the stars at a lakeside campsite

- Expert advice from Canadian Andrew Hempstead on when to go, where to stay, and how to get around

- Full-colour photos and detailed maps throughout

- Background information on the environment, culture, and history


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As a professional travel writer, Andrew Hempstead spends as much time as possible out on the road. During his travels, he experiences the many and varied delights of Atlantic Canada the same way his readers do.

Since the early 1990s, Andrew has authored and updated more than 60 guidebooks, and supplied content for regional and national clients like Expedia and KLM. His photography has appeared in a wide variety of media, ranging from international golf magazines to a Ripley's Believe it or Not! Museum.