Paul Theroux travels to Newfoundland by ferry across Saint Lawrence
Writer Paul Theroux sailed from North Sydney to Port-aux-Basques in Newfoundland on the car ferry Ala'suinu.
Ferry journey conditions
The ten-deck-high vessel Ala'suinu carried passengers and vehicles daily between the two terminals. Travelers faced rain, stiff winds, and a dark sky during the crossing of the channel.
Island geography and history
Newfoundland is described as a vast island shaped by ancient glaciers that left deep grooves on its granite face. The destination includes a thousand-year-old Viking settlement located at the northern tip of the landmass.
Local travel comparisons
People in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia often told Theroux they had never visited Newfoundland. Instead, many residents frequently traveled to Florida rather than exploring their own province.
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