Newfoundland Travel Blog Sandra Murray Photos

My blog showcases things to do and see during your Newfoundland travel. Blogs feature popular tourist attractions, community nature and wildlife experiences, history and culture insights, and so much more.

Sandra Murray

3 days ago
3 min

Newfoundland Travel - Bell Island

Imagine traveling to a location where you will feel as if you have taken a giant step back in time and escaped the rushed lifestyle of today's world. This is exactly what you awaits on Bell Island, an island of 34 square kilometers with an estimated 2500 residents. Bell Island is accessible through a 15 minute ferry ride from Portugal Cove, St. John's, Newfoundland and a great place to include in your Newfoundland travel itinerary. #bellisland #newfoundland #explorenl #touri

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Newfoundland Travel - Manuels River Trail

Sandra Murray

Jun 7
2 min

Newfoundland - Things to Do

Newfoundland Travel - Manuels River Trail

Are you interested in taking part in a nature walk during your holiday in Newfoundland? In the province, you'll find some of the most amazing trails imaginable, including the Manuels River Trail. Check out some photos from my visit to this lovely trail. #manuelsrivertrail #walkingtrail #concoursetrail #grandconcourseauthority #nature Nature is at your fingertips along the Manuels River Trail. Be sure to keep your camera handy to capture amazing nature photographs. #nature #a

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Sandra Murray

May 27
2 min

Newfoundland - Things to Do

Newfoundland Travel - Concert Cruise

For those looking for unique experiences during their Newfoundland travel, why not consider a concert boat cruise? I have taken a 2 hour cruise with Iceberg Quest (located at St. John's harbourfront) and it is something that I highly recommend. #newfoundland #boattour #icebergquest #tourismnl #explorenl Make your Newfoundland travel experience a trip to remember as you tap your feet and feel the wind sweep your face. As you gaze into the vast expanse of open sea and rugged c

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Newfoundland Travel - Short Coastal Hikes

Sandra Murray

Apr 5
2 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel - Short Coastal Hikes

Newfoundland travel itineraries often involve connecting with nature and admiring the province's natural beauty. Taking a hike along one of the many coastal hiking trails certainly helps you achieve this. Physical endurance and time constraints, however, limit some people's ability to complete a full hike. For those people, might I suggest a quick stroll close to the entrance to the trailhead? Here is a glimpse of a thirty minute walk along one such area, the Father Troy trai

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Newfoundland Travel - Birding: Wood Duck

Sandra Murray

Mar 2
2 min

Newfoundland - Things to Do

Newfoundland Travel - Birding: Wood Duck

Newfoundland travel is filled with excitement for birding enthusiasts who look for unique nature and wildlife opportunities on "the rock".

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Sandra Murray

Mar 1
5 min

Newfoundland - Things to Do

Newfoundland Travel - Birding: Ducks

Hi there! I'm a Eurasian wigeon and, as you can see, I am wearing a fancy leg bracelet because I've been tagged before. Here I am standing on this snow dusted water bank at Quidi Vidi Lake eating a tasty meal of grassy vegetation in late February. It's so yummy! #birding #duck #eurasianwigeon #wigeon #nature #wildlife This is "Drake" , one of my brothers. He is somewhat bashful, don't you think? All of us male Eurasian Wigeons have a red head with a buff colored forehead, pal

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Newfoundland Travel - Winter Birdwatching

Sandra Murray

Jan 28
1 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel - Winter Birdwatching

As winter embraces the landscape of Newfoundland, species of winter birds begin to flock to its northern shores. Winter is an excellent time to observe the many species of gulls, ducks, songbirds, sea birds, and raptors that populate the island. Here is a small cross-section of birds that I regularly see in eastern Newfoundland. #newfoundland #holiday #nature #wildlifephotography #birdwatching I'm sure you will agree that, even in the winter season, taking time to explore the

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Newfoundland Travel - One Day Agenda Part 1

Sandra Murray

Jan 26
3 min

Newfoundland-Places to Visit

Newfoundland Travel - One Day Agenda Part 1

Check out these amazing things to do while enjoying your Newfoundland travel experience. See historic attractions, fishing villages, & more.

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Newfoundland Travel - One Day Agenda Part 2

Sandra Murray

Jan 26
3 min

Newfoundland-Places to Visit

Newfoundland Travel - One Day Agenda Part 2

Check out these amazing things to do while enjoying your Newfoundland travel experience. See historic attractions, memorial sites, & a farm.

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Newfoundland Travel - Wildlife Salmonier Nature Park

Sandra Murray

Jan 24
1 min

Newfoundland Travel - Wildlife Salmonier Nature Park

Salmonier Nature Park, an animal rehab centre, is a great way to meet some of the local wildlife during your Newfoundland travel experience.

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Newfoundland Travel - Places to Stay: Murray House Vacation Home

Sandra Murray

Jan 20
3 min

Newfoundland - Accommodations

Newfoundland Travel - Places to Stay: Murray House Vacation Home

Are you planning a Newfoundland travel experience and looking for the best place to stay? Murray House Vacation Home is here for you.

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Newfoundland Travel - Birdwatching: Common Tern

Sandra Murray

Jan 10
2 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel - Birdwatching: Common Tern

Birdwatchers love the opportunities to see wild birds through the island on their Newfoundland travel. This page showcases the Common Tern

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Newfoundland Travel - Winter on "The Rock"

Sandra Murray

Jan 10
3 min

Newfoundland Travel - Winter on "The Rock"

Newfoundland travel in the winter season opens the door to amazing outdoor winter activities, crisp fresh air, and aesthetic views.

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Newfoundland Travel - Birdwatching: Bald Eagle

Sandra Murray

Dec 28, 2021
2 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel - Birdwatching: Bald Eagle

Newfoundland travel offers a diverse opportunity to explore nature and wildlife. Here we will showcase the Bald Eagle.

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Sandra Murray

Dec 16, 2021
3 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel - Boat Viewing

What a better place to view the vast assortment of boats than on an island in the north Atlantic! This blog showcases a few amazing boats

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Newfoundland Travel Blog - Harp Seals and Touch Tank at Marine Lab

Sandra Murray

Dec 10, 2021
3 min

Newfoundland-Places to Visit

Newfoundland Travel Blog - Harp Seals and Touch Tank at Marine Lab

Learn amazing facts about the harp seal & see a family of two harp seals at Marine Lab enclosure during your Newfoundland travel experience

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Sandra Murray

Dec 8, 2021
4 min

Newfoundland-Places to Visit

Newfoundland Travel Blog - Pouch Cove

Be sure to visit Pouch Cove during your Newfoundland travel. See a small fishing village, ocean and wildlife experiences, & friendly people.

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Newfoundland Travel Blog - Sunrises and Sunsets

Sandra Murray

Dec 7, 2021
1 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel Blog - Sunrises and Sunsets

Many of us spend years "chasing the dream" in our 9 to 5 jobs. This was certainly the case for me but, after my retirement, I saw that life had more possibilities than previously imagined. As a lover of nature and owner of a small vacation rental in Pouch Cove, I often explore the outdoors, take photos, and share my experiences with guests in order to help them plan their vacation. Here are some photos of my amazing sunset and sunrise experiences. #sunrise, #sunset Take time

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Sandra Murray

Dec 3, 2021
3 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel Blog - Icebergs

Many of us spend years "chasing the dream" in our 9 to 5 jobs. This was certainly the case for me but, after my retirement, I saw that life had more possibilities than previously imagined. As a lover of nature and owner of a small vacation rental in Pouch Cove, I often explore the outdoors, take photos, and share my experiences with guests in order to help them plan their vacation. Learn more about icebergs, see the '22 iceberg season predictions, follow the real time iceberg

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Sandra Murray

Dec 3, 2021
2 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel Blog - Hiking

Many of us spend years "chasing the dream" in our 9 to 5 jobs. This was certainly the case for me but, after my retirement, I saw that life had more possibilities than previously imagined. As a lover of nature and owner of a small vacation rental in Pouch Cove, I often explore the outdoors, take photos, and share my experiences with guests in order to help them plan their vacation. This is my photo collection from my East Coast Trail hiking experiences. #eastcoasttrail, #hiki

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Sandra Murray

Nov 21, 2021
1 min

Newfoundland-Things To See

Newfoundland Travel Blog - Birding

Newfoundland, Canada, is an extremely popular destination for bird watching enthusiasts. Our Atlantic coast and abundant green spaces attract a wide variety of migratory wild birds to our region. I own and operate Murray House Vacation Home in Pouch Cove and, with a large number of mature trees on the property, I see a wide assortment of wild birds on a regular basis. Seasonal changes in species are fascinating. We do have our "regulars" and have also welcomed birds rare to o

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