2008 is the 400th year anniversary of Quebec city. A great time to go and discover this area of Canada. In Central Canada/Québec, you'll discover a "joie de vivre" that is infectious. Get swept away by the music of Montréal's annual Jazz Festival, or wander the cobbled lanes of Québec City - on a horse-drawn carriage no less. Montréal is a city of culture that pulses from every corner. From the expansive Mont-Royal Park to the cafés and clubs of Crescent Street, explore the thriving arts community, or lose yourself in the bustling nightlife. With its fashion boutiques, rich history, and fine cuisine - Québec will enchant all travellers. Why? When you holiday in Quebec City you may have to remind yourself that you are in Canada and not in France particularly as you stroll the streets of Vieux-Québec (Old Québec), with the lilt of the French language in your ears. The old city is set on two levels connected by steps and a funicular. The lower section is the oldest neighbourhood in North America and is filled with traditional European charm. When? The best time to travel to Quebec City is during the summer when the weather is warm and sunny and a seemingly endless calendar of festivals comes into play. Those who are not afraid of the cold can enjoy a Quebec City holiday in winter too, when winter festivals add warmth to the bitter, icy weather. Who for? Anyone in search of an olde world European atmosphere without having to cross the water will find all the romantic charm of an ancient French city when they holiday in Quebec City. The fabulous city and its gourmet restaurants will not fail to delight everyone who visits. |
