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The wild Zoo sauvage de Saint-Félicien, Quebec

September 1, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 16 Comments

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Welcome to the Zoo sauvage de Saint-Félicien – the Wild Zoo – where the animals roam free and you’re in a cage (or at least in a caged train). Managed by the Centre for Conservation of Boreal Biodiversity, the zoo’s Nature Park Trail train is the Canadian version of an animal safari, and one of […]

Filed Under: Attractions, Canada, Quebec Tagged With: Animals

The amazing village of Val Jalbert, Saguenay, Quebec

August 7, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 2 Comments

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A visit to the historic village, Val Jalbert, in the Saguenay region of Quebec, is a step back into the fascinating world of an abandoned mill town. Paradise to its residents, it died an untimely death in 1929. Do I need to explain why I was dancing barefoot in the middle of a deserted street at […]

Filed Under: Canada, Cultural Tourism, Quebec

Canada fishing trips in Quebec, an adventure

July 5, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 16 Comments

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If you’re interested in Canada fishing trips, here’s an outdoor adventure with Pouvoirie du Lac Blanc, an outfitter in the Mauricie region between Montreal and Quebec City. Whether you’re a skilled fisherman or a beginner, a fishing trip in Quebec may just take soul searching to a deeper wetter level.     Canada fishing trips […]

Filed Under: Canada, Quebec, Soft adventure

Quebec road trip from Montreal to Quebec City

June 20, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 1 Comment

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This 3-day itinerary from Montreal to Quebec City will show you a world of spectacular nature, outdoor adventure, great restaurants and places to stay in the gorgeous regions of Lanaudière and Mauricie.    Road trip, Montreal to Quebec City Sure, Montreal and Quebec City are great destinations, but everyone knows that. What is less known […]

Filed Under: Quebec, Travel guides

Spa La Source in Rawdon, Quebec: a relaxing day trip from Montreal

June 6, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 15 Comments

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Spa La Source – La Source Bains Nordiques – just outside Rawdon, Quebec, is a tranquil nordic spa in the heart of nature. If you’re looking for a relaxing day trip from Montreal where you can soak, sit and soothe your muscles, this one-hour drive into the beautiful Lanaudiere region of Quebec will give your mind – and […]

Filed Under: Canada, Quebec, Spas, Travel

Montmorency Falls, Quebec City adventure

June 1, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 2 Comments

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Montmorency Falls, Quebec, is one of Quebec City’s top attractions. From a quick sightseeing visit to an extreme adventure such as a via ferrata climb, this Montmorency travel guide explains the best ways to experience Quebec’s natural wonder.   Montmorency Falls Quebec City Adventure I’m caught between a rock and a high place. Or is that […]

Filed Under: Canada, Quebec, Soft adventure

20 things to do in Quebec City – a fun travel guide

May 24, 2017 by Carol Perehudoff 7 Comments

Hotel Frontenac, what to see in Quebec City
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If you’re planning a trip to Quebec City in Canada, winter or summer, boredom will NOT be on your itinerary. For a list of the top things to do in Quebec City, from active adventures, good restaurants, scenic walks and choice bits of (non boring) history, this comprehensive travel guide will help you plan your itinerary.   The […]

Filed Under: Canada, Quebec, Travel guides

One day in Montreal

March 6, 2014 by Carol Perehudoff 7 Comments

Horse and carriage Old Montreal Quebec Canada
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Here’s a great itinerary for spending one day in Montreal, one of Canada’s most colourful cities. You’ll find restaurant suggestions, top sights, shopping and some choice bits of history. If you’re spending one day in Montreal, a good portion of that will be taken up eating. And when you’re considering where to eat, you need […]

Filed Under: One day in, Quebec Tagged With: Montreal

Hotel Le Crystal Montreal

February 27, 2014 by Carol Perehudoff Leave a Comment

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Here’s my review of the glittery Hotel Le Crystal Montreal, one of the city’s top luxury hotels   The curious thing about crystal Here’s a curious thing about crystals (and this is scientific speak not New Age speak). Crystals produce an electrical charge when compressed. It’s called the piezoelectric effect. Here’s a curious thing about […]

Filed Under: Canada, Hotels, Montreal, Quebec

Sound Oasis to sleep by

July 3, 2013 by Carol Perehudoff 2 Comments

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“Okay, which one is this one?” I lean back against a stack of pillows  at Spa Eastman in the Eastern Townships of Quebec. Outside, beyond the wooden deck an ominous sky looms and grey mist hovers over the lake. I press a button on my clock and the soft sounds of chirps and twitters floats through […]

Filed Under: Quebec, Spas Tagged With: Canada spas

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