From the efforts of the
tourism committee of the Development Association we are proud to bring you
this site. Fogo Island is the largest island off of Newfoundland and one of
the most tourist worthy places in the province. With the many places to go
and many people to meet, you are sure to have a great time while you are on
Fogo Island. Several of our attractions include Museums, Trails, Sights, and
several other memorable experiences.
"Enjoy the Ferry Ride"
This web site offers you
several ideas to where you may go when you visit Fogo Island, and we offer
some information and pictures of these places that you can enjoy and
remember. All of these places are spread throughout the whole island,
leaving you able to explore the whole island and all it has to offer. It
also allows you to interact with the people of Fogo Island through the
Message Board, and you can leave your impression in the
guestbook.
The island was originally
inhabited by the Beothuks during the summer months, but it was taken over by
the Europeans in the early 1500's. The name Fogo originated from the
Portuguese word Fuego, which means "fire". The island was called this due to
the fires the Beothuks would have at their camps. The Island consists of
eleven different communities with a total population of approximately 3000
people. During the resettlement program of the 1960's, Fogo Islanders
refused to move and Fogo Island has grown to be a leader in the fishing
industry.
So look around and see what Fogo Island has to offer you.
For any information or
advertising inquiries, please contact the Fogo Island Tourism
Association through phone or fax.
Fogo Island Tourism, C/O
Fogo Island Development Association
P.O. Box 1, Site 5
Fogo Island Central, NL
A0G 2X0
Tel: (709) 266-2794 Fax: (709) 266-2438
Last Updated: August 26th, 2009