Photo: Port Aux Basques Newfoundland

When you take the Marine Atlantic Ferry aboard the MV Caribou you arrive at the pretty community of Port Aux Basques in Newfoundland, Canada.

Once you journey on the five and half ferry ride aboard the MV Caribou that connects Newfoundland and the mainland of Canada you will arrive at the main gateway of Newfoundland which is Port aux Basques. Port aux Basques is the largest of twenty-seven communities in the area and is the prime business area which all the other communities use for commercial, retail, professional and recreational services.The colorful houses along the water's edge bring to life the town of Port aux Basques where you will find clean fresh air and friendly people. This historic town has grown considerably since the 1500's when it was used as a safe place from storms for the fisherman and a base for fishing, whaling as well as people wanting to explore the coast of North America.Nowadays Port aux Basques is a relaxing town where people enjoy hunting, fishing and the scenic Provincial Parks. Its' business potential keeps growing and many people have moved to the large industrial area of Port aux Basques. ... continue below the picture...

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... There are a considerable amount of opportunities found in Port aux Basques and the town is continually growing in size every year.Port aux Basques as seen from the Marine Atlantic ferry the M/V Caribou as it arrives in Newfoundland, Canada.