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Quebec City

Catitude — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 20:44:08 GMT

Anyone travel there recently and if so can you suggest some things to do, places to stay or dine? It's been so many years since we were there last but looking forward to seeing the city again. I remember how much it reminded me of Europe. Thanks!

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naturalfan — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 21:16:32 GMT

My husband took me their for my birthday one year (July). I remember going for a horse & buggy ride through the old city and the driver was telling us about their winter celebration (can't remember what it was called). I was very interested and the driver told us what the winter temps were and the hubby said no way. I actually would still be interested in going to that but I have not yet. Beautiful old city - we ate some great food and wish I could remember more but whatever you do, I'm sure you will enjoy it.

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Lilysmom — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 21:33:47 GMT

Here is a link for you. I am Canadian. Love Quebec City. You will be greeted en francais but people will switch to English if you reply in English. Wonderful sights to see. Walk the Plains of Abraham along the St. Lawrence River. Visit the art galleries. Eat fabulous food and shop. Have fun!!! LM ... http://www.quebecregion.com/en/what-to-do/activities-attractions/must-see-attractions/

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Luv2Decorate — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 22:08:25 GMT

We were there years ago and stayed at the Chateau Frontenac. It's an older hotel but beautiful. They don't build Hotels like that anymore.

Quebec City has a lot of museums but my favorite place by far was Petit Champlain District. I swear If I didn't know better, I could have been back in France. It's wonderful!

Have a great time. I could spend a week there!

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Kachina624 — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 22:16:25 GMT

I was in Alberta last September and was astounded at how expensive everything was. Meals and hotels were at least twice what they are in the US. I'm talking about at places like Chili's, not a grand restaurant.

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Lilysmom — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 22:35:48 GMT

Opurrra, Chateau Frontenac is one of those grand old hotels. Loews Le Concorde is in the same general area and adjacent to The Plains of Abraham. Check out Trip Advisor for more info. I never go anywhere without looking at Trip Advisor for hotel and restaurant info. LM

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jlkz — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 23:41:58 GMT

In the 70's, stayed at the Chateau Frontenac. We arrived by car very late and the hotel stood out in the moonlight light a well lit postcard of a fairy tale. However, the room was so old that the closet wouldn't fit but a few items of clothing; the mattress had to be reinforced and was still uncomfortable; and, the worst memory: for dinner I ordered a whole baby lobster. The waiter offered to remove it from its shell---seeing how little meat there was for the outrageous price, he returned all the shells to my dish!!! We were to have stayed a week but left after 3 days: bored with boat ride, attitude of folks ( I have a Masters in French Literature and speak the language which they obviously didn't know), the funicular, the University, and shops. Hope it has changed for the better for your trip. Our trip was in September.

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muttmom — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 23:49:36 GMT

On 6/8/2014 Luv2Decorate said:
We were there years ago and stayed at the Chateau Frontenac. It's an older hotel but beautiful. They don't build Hotels like that anymore.

Quebec City has a lot of museums but my favorite place by far was Petit Champlain District. I swear If I didn't know better, I could have been back in France. It's wonderful!

Have a great time. I could spend a week there!

We stayed there too. Quebec City is very European. We enjoyed everything and are thinking about going for a few days in the fall or after Thanksgiving when the Christmas decorations are up.

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ivey — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 23:55:09 GMT

I've stayed in Chateau Frontenac in the summer. It is an old European feeling hotel--but I loved its architecture. Just riding down to the little shops below--it was interesting. After dinner, I just sat outside and people watched and enjoyed the view of the river and city. There is a beautiful cathedral there. I'm all about architecture. (Cathedral-Basilica of Notre Dame).

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Catitude — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 14:24:44 GMT

Thank you everyone!

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terrier3 — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 14:30:44 GMT

On 6/8/2014 jlkz said: In the 70's, stayed at the Chateau Frontenac. We arrived by car very late and the hotel stood out in the moonlight light a well lit postcard of a fairy tale. However, the room was so old that the closet wouldn't fit but a few items of clothing; the mattress had to be reinforced and was still uncomfortable; and, the worst memory: for dinner I ordered a whole baby lobster. The waiter offered to remove it from its shell---seeing how little meat there was for the outrageous price, he returned all the shells to my dish!!! We were to have stayed a week but left after 3 days: bored with boat ride, attitude of folks ( I have a Masters in French Literature and speak the language which they obviously didn't know), the funicular, the University, and shops. Hope it has changed for the better for your trip. Our trip was in September.

Why didn't you converse with them in French then?

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Linders Back — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 15:05:32 GMT

On 6/10/2014 terrier3 said:
On 6/8/2014 jlkz said: In the 70's, stayed at the Chateau Frontenac. We arrived by car very late and the hotel stood out in the moonlight light a well lit postcard of a fairy tale. However, the room was so old that the closet wouldn't fit but a few items of clothing; the mattress had to be reinforced and was still uncomfortable; and, the worst memory: for dinner I ordered a whole baby lobster. The waiter offered to remove it from its shell---seeing how little meat there was for the outrageous price, he returned all the shells to my dish!!! We were to have stayed a week but left after 3 days: bored with boat ride, attitude of folks ( I have a Masters in French Literature and speak the language which they obviously didn't know), the funicular, the University, and shops. Hope it has changed for the better for your trip. Our trip was in September.

Why didn't you converse with them in French then?

jikz, it is a shame that you didn't have a great time there. I would think someone who studied french Literature would have reveled in the French Culture rather than dismiss it. And, I don't think it's quite fair to blame a hotel restaurant for how much meat is in a lobster, but maybe as a New Englander I'm just used to the amount of waste/to meat ratio. Hope it at least tasted good.

Opurra: Even if you don't stay at the Chateau, go in and check out the marvelous interior and have tea or glass of wine in the lobby. Very European.

As a amateur student of history, I love wandering through the old city with its narrow roads and cute shops and galleries. There are some shops which sell Native Inuit items (both type souvenir and "real" art carvings and prints if that is of interest.

The overlook at The Plains of Abraham is another beautiful historic place to stroll with a lovely tree shaded park adjacent if the weather is too hot and sunny. The whole 7 year war period fascinates me with the British and French with their Native allies vieing for control of the area.

Hope you have a wonderful time.

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Lipstickdiva — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 15:57:37 GMT

I'm glad to read this. I was just saying the other day to DH that I would love to go to both Quebec and Montreal.

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ROMARY — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 16:18:24 GMT

What a European gem in North America! I'm going to check out Quebec's history, architecture, etc. online. Will be interesting to find out how, why, what, when, etc.

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lulu2 — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 16:19:31 GMT

I love the Chateau Frontenac and Quebec City.

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ROMARY — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 16:23:53 GMT

www.quebecregion.com ........ Just found this site........photos and videos. Wonderful site.

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Shelbelle — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 20:51:38 GMT

Chateau Frontenac is a legend in Canada!!!

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ROMARY — Tue, 10 Jun 2014 20:56:21 GMT

Wow........I just viewed Montreal images. Beautiful, clean looking city, too.

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Linders Back — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 18:03:10 GMT

On 6/10/2014 ROMARY said:
Wow........I just viewed Montreal images. Beautiful, clean looking city, too.

Very clean and very safe. Used to go there a lot in the 80's and 90's with my boys to see the Expos play. Used to ride the subway late at night and walk back to the hotel without ever feeling even remotely scared. Love Montreal.

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RainCityGirl — Fri, 13 Jun 2014 18:21:42 GMT

I haven't been there is a long time, but if you've got the money, as already mentioned, the Frontenac is iconic. The city is full of art galleries, sidewalk artists, wonderful places to eat, the boardwalk which also has musicians and artists, the St Lawrence Seaway. It's just a lovely, lovely place to relax and enjoy a piece of French Canada.