Goose Bay where we landed in the morning is one of few townships on Labrador. Only 7500 people live here. During Second War Americans built here the airbase and a settlement for the saff. Americans departed in the 70’s, the settlement still exists. Just let you know: the dock where “Bond” in arriving is located far away from the town. It is 4 km fron the dock to the base and the another 7 km or so to the Happy Valley where most tourist facilities are. Negociate with somebody on a ferry to give you the lift to the town (that’s what I did). Otherwise (it is to far to walk) you will pay for hefty taxi ride.
I stay in Davis Bed and Breakfast – they charge 60 CAD for twin room with bath and continental breakfast. The have electric heating so it is OK.
30 km from Happy Valley is located the little settlement of North West River – it is historical place with a museums and buildings from the perion of Hudson Bay Company – well worth to visit. No local transport – the best idea is to hitch or to rent a car (expensive again: 68 dollars per day!). Enjoy! You are in remote Labrador!
