He's an ornithologist so gets up that way quite often. He's taken the ferry but says the easiest way for him is to drive the 6 hours or so to Halifax and fly out of there. A short jump(hour?). They stay in B&B's and rent a car which is a whole different experience than you guys are getting by boat. Either way, it looks like a beautiful place to visit.

Here's an article on his Newfoundland visit, Richard did for the local news.

http://www.penbaypilot.com/article/two-birders-go-newfoundland-and-fall-love-slimy-green-fish-and-icebergs/39233