Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sleep in an artist’s studio, surrounded by boundless creativity? Welcome to Hotel Chez Swann, Montréal’s daring hotel concept with a spark of spontaneity. Let’s start with the name which calls to mind a graceful and serene creature, a great analogy … Read more
And they’re off! The inaugural 2012 Ironman 70.3 competition is scheduled to take place in Mont-Tremblant, Québec, utilizing the natural landscapes and quaint towns as the setting for the rigorous triathlon. Registration for Ironman 70.3 Mont-Tremblant began on September 19th, and the race is slated for June 24th 2012. There … Read more
the ski season, the airline is launching a new route from New York to Mont-Tremblant, Québec. From December 22nd thru April 12th, passengers can enjoy weekly roundtrip flights from Newark Liberty International Airport to the base of Mont-Tremblant, eastern North America’s premier ski destination. Get ready to be one of … Read more
Charming Charlevoix The Charlevoix region in the province of Québec (Canada) is a 6,000 square kilometer protected UNESCO World Bisophere Reserve, rich in forests, streams, and wildlife. It’s also flanked on the north shore by the mighty St. Lawrence River, portions of which are designated as a marine conservation area, … Read more
Québec’s Premium Fuel Before Red Bull, there was Caribou. In the 17th century, loggers and colonial French-Canadian woodsmen, or coureur des bois, mixed the blood of the caribou deer with whisky or other alcohol. This mixture warmed them up and provided the necessary energy needed to hunt for the … Read more
Are you the biggest Michael Jackson fan? Do you love the circus? Why not hit two rockin’ robins with one stone and see an astonishing performance of Cirque du Soleil’s homage to the King of Pop in The Immortal Tour. It’s the perfect mix of acrobats, dancers and a … Read more
Just a Spoonful of Sugary Maple: Les cabanes à sucre of Quebec While a trip to Québec might make you feel reminiscent of Old France, do not forget you are still in Canada, a country that brandishes a symbol of national pride candidly upon their national flag – the mighty … Read more
Have you ever asked yourself what people around the world snack on? Often when I’m noshing on mac and cheese, or at the counter waiting to pay for bacon sliders, I find myself wondering what I’d be munching on if I were somewhere else. In Québec, I learned all … Read more
I traveled to Mont Tremblant earlier this year in March to catch the last weekend of skiing before the official close of the season. Guess what? I hadn’t been skiing for over 25 years! I was anxiously looking forward to getting back on the slopes in the Northeast where … Read more
Are you planning a little romantic evening before the holiday season hits? This fall don’t wait another minute before treating yourself and your loved one to the luxurious Le Grand Lodge’s special package: “Pleasure of the Senses”. A one night deal, this gift is perfect for spending that special night … Read more
Whether they go around saying the traditional “La charité s’il-vous-plaît” or the more generic “Happy Halloween”, Québecers know how to get the most out of Halloween. The following activities are just a handful of the goodies Québec has in store for the Halloween weekend, for both children and adults. Soak … Read more
It’s that spooktacular time of year again! Pretty soon, we’re all going to be going out in our wild and scary costume, pigging out on candy, and jumping at the sight of our own shadow. And who do we have to thank for giving us the creeps with visions of … Read more
When you’re a celebrity, you can do anything. You’re invited everywhere, wear the best clothes, travel to the best places and eat in the best restaurants. Some famous folk, however, get bored in between movie shoots or during endless days of TV projects and decide to set up their own … Read more
We’re all familiar with A Christmas Carol and for some it’s a tradition that the entire family enjoys every year. Why not try a new tradition in true Québec style? Inspired by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, Québecadabra (Dec. 22-Jan. 4) is Québec City’s Christmas festival held city-wide. Québecadabra boasts … Read more
While waiting to board my flight to Québec City I got the sense that I was going somewhere international. A short hour and five minutes later I was staring at a landscape of trees upon landing. I quickly understood what the Québecers had already made clear to me … … Read more