Brush strokes glide onto the canvas, glowing with autumn colours, dotting the horizon with reds and oranges against a blue sky. Mountains are sketched in the distance while the valleys and hillside are positioned beside the majestic waters of the mighty St. Lawrence River. As the canvas begins to take form, a picture emerges. It is a portrait of a small village; it is of Baie-Saint-Paul. (continue...)
Carnaval
de Quebec brings a true "joie de vivre" - joy of life - to Quebec City during the cold winter months. Carnaval (as it is referred
to in French) takes place annually from late January to early February and continues
for 17 days. More than 300 activities and events occur around Quebec City during
Carnaval that are sure to be enjoyable for everyone. The locations of the activities
and events are called Bonhommries. Carnaval de Quebec is the world's
largest "snow-oriented" winter carnival, as well as the third largest annual
carnival in the world, falling only behind Rio de Janeiro and New
Orleans. (continue...)
Dorval, located on the southwest side of Montreal Island, has been shaped by its history, environment, economy and citizens. These elements have worked together to create a strong and diverse city. One of the major attractions in the city is the Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, known today as Montreal-Trudeau. (continue...)
Colourful, lush garden parks combine with chic, French-style urban flair in Gatineau, the city that, by its own proclamation, acts as La porte d'entrée du Québec (the gateway to Quebec).
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As the highest peak in the Laurentian Mountains, Mont-Tremblant towers majestically over a land of winding rivers, immense lakes and lush green forests. Boasting a summit elevation of 875 metres (2870 ft), an average snowfall of 382 cm (149 in) a year and over 90 ski trails, the Tremblant year-round ski resort is the largest in the region. It attracts visitors from around the globe to its world class ski runs during the winter, as well as to its network of first-rate golf courses in the summer. (continue...)
Montréal defies all superlatives. Though an incredible city in its own right, it is much more than this. When you visit here, you will be introduced to a whole new way of living life to the fullest. (continue...)
Québec City is the heart of French Canada, the centre of French-Canadian awareness. Nowhere else in North America is the appearance and atmosphere of an old-world city so complete. (continue...)
To the Iroquois, it was known as "The Kingdom", a mythical land rich with gold
and treasure. Although the gold was never found, the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean
region is still rich—rich with wonders and natural delights to spark the
imagination and stir the soul. Full of countless sights and attractions year
round, this corner of Quebec
has seen its share of trouble in the past. But the steadfast determination and
pride of the people has brought this land to a status of travel destination
for those world wide looking to take in what the area has to offer. (continue...)
Montreal is a rich and vibrant city that boasts a uniqueness born partly from it being the largest French-speaking city in North America. Activities abound in Québec's cultural hub, from diverse festivals and numerous museums to the city's thriving bicultural music and art scene. (continue...)
With over 350 years of history, Trois-Rivieres is a city where the past meets the present, where centuries’ old historic sites sit alongside contemporary discotheques and bistros. Situated between Quebec City and Montreal on the north shore of the St. Lawrence River, the city offers something for everyone. (continue...)
