The beauty of Tadoussac, QC

Sunset at the Tadoussac harbour, Tadoussac, QC August 2009 by WH

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My view of Quebec – Tadoussac, QC part two

Offshore of Tadoussac in the St. Lawrence estuary is one of the prime feeding grounds for whales. Blue, fin, minke, humpback, beluga, porpoise, and dolphin – on any given day, you could see one or several of these whales. I was lucky enough to see blue, fin, minke, beluga and porpoise, but caught very little [...]

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Wish you were here: Tadoussac, QC

This little town on the Saint Laurent in the Cote-Nord area of Quebec is best known for whales. Visitors come here for for whale watching tours and to learn about the world’s largest mammals. Here’s a peek at the town:
Hotel Tadoussac

Local theatre company LUbus Theatre

A local house with whale weathervane

Sunset over the Tadoussac harbour

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My view of Quebec – Cote-Nord

On my first trip to the Cote-Nord area of Quebec, I’m happy to see the estuary of the Saint Laurent at dusk and this morning:

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It’s All About Me

With a daybook filled with appointments from sun up to way past sun down, planning a holiday seems like a fleeting dream. Check out these three destinations and you’ll be moving book a flight/make a hotel reservation to the top of the to-do list.
Beach escape – Florida
Located on a sweet strip of creamy coloured sand [...]

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Life & Fashion spring preview – Spa Eastman

A few minutes from the Eastern Quebec township of Eastman, Spa Eastman is devoted to helping you rediscover yourself. Created by Jocelyna Dubuc, Spa Eastman is a unique combination of calming interiors and relaxing wilderness. Nine pavilions and 15 km of walking trails let you focus on renewing the inner spirit. The environment and friendly [...]

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Life & Fashion spring preview – spa

Tyst Tradgard
 
A Scandinavian spa located in Duchesnay, on the shore of Lac St. Joseph and an hour from Quebec City.  Steps from the Hotel de Glace, this spa is all about the Nordic experience – mixing hot and cold. Four separate stations incorporate hot pools and sauna with cold pools and waterfalls, to increase circulation [...]

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Canadian Check-In: Quebec City & Magog

I didn’t grow up in Ontario so the obligatory school trip to Quebec City wasn’t something I got to do (I went to Victoria, B.C. instead). My first trip to this 400-year old walled city made me instantly decide it wouldn’t be my last: whatever the time of year, this provincial capital is welcoming and [...]

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Decidedly Different Weddings

He popped the question! After you’ve told everyone from your best friend to a stranger on the bus that you’re engaged, the next wave of panic ensues – where to get married? Here are a few suggestions for couples who want something decidedly different:
Hôtel de Glace, Quebec
Locale: Less than a half hour from Quebec City [...]

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Love part two

photo: The Sexy Boutik, Magog, Quebec February 2009 by WH

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