Exploring the Heart of Central Newfoundland - Part 1

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Series: Travel in 10

Destination: Central Newfoundland, Canada

Episode OverviewCentral Newfoundland sits between the better-known draws of St. John’s and the Avalon Peninsula in the east and Gros Morne National Park in the west. For travellers willing to explore beyond those established routes, the region offers a closer look at the fishing communities, landscapes and traditions that have shaped the island.

In this episode, Tim draws on months spent travelling throughout Newfoundland, including time as a travel writer in residence, to explore some of his favourite experiences in the central part of the island. The conversation ranges from boat-access communities and encounters with humpback whales to fresh seafood, distinctive places to stay and Newfoundland’s long history of resettlement.

The episode also looks at the character that makes Newfoundland distinct within Canada, from Newfoundland Time and Irish and English influences to the warmth Tim and David have experienced while travelling across the island.

Topics CoveredCentral Newfoundland – Why the region between Newfoundland’s better-known east and west coasts deserves more attention from travellers.Newfoundland Culture – The island’s distinctive dialects, music, history and strong Irish and English influences.Newfoundland Time – The unusual half-hour time difference that sets Newfoundland apart from the rest of Atlantic Canada.Resettled Communities – How changing transportation and access to services reshaped isolated fishing settlements across Newfoundland.Exploits Island – Exploring a former year-round community that remains accessible only by water.Local Food – Homemade meals, locally caught fish and the tradition of buying lobster directly from Newfoundland fish plants.Fogo Island – A look at one of Central Newfoundland’s best-known island destinations.Where to Stay – From a design-focused luxury inn to B&B accommodations and a remote geodesic dome.

Top Things to See & DoExploits Island

Reachable by boat, Exploits Island offers a window into Newfoundland’s history of isolated fishing settlements and community resettlement. Tim e