Tourism

Tourism has been steadily growing in Newfoundland and Labrador. The provincial statistics indicate the industry contributed $226M toward the gross domestic product; exceeding both agriculture and forestry. The province set the direction for tourism in 2009 with the release of “An Uncommon Potential: A vision for Newfoundland and Labrador tourism". Five Destination Marketing Organizations (DMO) assist he province by providing marketing activity and strategic direction for the various regions. In southwest Newfoundland, tourism is guided by Tourism Southwest, a volunteer committee made up of industry players and resource people from the Long Range Regional Economic Development Board, Marine and Mountain Zone Corporation (economic zones 9 and 10 respectively), Innovation Trade and Rural Development, and the Department of Tourism.

The Long Range Regional Economic Development Board (LRREDB) plays a major role in tourism development in Zone 9. In addition to assisting individuals and groups in developing products for the region; the LRREDB is committed to building capacity in the tourism industry so that industry players become more knowledgeable, productive and competitive. Through consultations and partnerships the various tourism groups work together to build a stronger tourism industry.

Zone 9 is made up of four Tourism sub-regions that include: "The French Ancestor's Route," "Stephenville and Surrounding Area," "Three Rivers Scenic Drive," and "The Caribou Trail". Each of these four areas is represented below by an icon, scroll over each one to see where it lies on the map, and then click on one to enter its respective page. You will find all of the necessary information to plan a trip; including hotels, restaurants, museums, parks, walking trails and much more. We have included breath-taking pictures and write ups that will convince you to become a tourist in the near future.



Tourism Related Links

Western Newfoundland Labrador Destination Marketing Organization (WDMO)
  • A marketing organization whose mission is to increase economic development within the region through tourism.
    Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism
  • Official provincial tourism website that provides the tools to help visitors plan their vacation.
    Department of Tourism, Culture and Recreation
  • Outlines the provinces plans for tourism development. Information on this link can help operators grow their business. It includes links to tourism statistics, publications and answers to frequently asked questions.

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