quebec city winter carnival

Packing for the Quebec City Winter Carnival

by admin on January 28, 2011

in Canada,Travel

The 2011 Quebec City Winter Carnival has officially begun! This year, the Carnival runs from January 28- February 13. If you’re one of the lucky ones headed to Quebec City in the next few weeks, you’re probably wondering what to pack. I was fortunate enough to experience the Winter Carnival last year, and while I [...]

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Quebec City Winter Carnival

by admin on February 18, 2010

in Canada,Travel

Don’t be surprised if this is the first time you’ve heard of the Quebec City Winter Carnival. Most Americans aren’t aware of this hidden gem of a festival that celebrates winter in Quebec City, Canada. Background The Quebec City Winter Carnival started way back in 1894 as a celebration to provide relief from Quebec’s cold [...]

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Ville de Québec c’est Magnifique!

by admin on February 1, 2010

in Canada,Travel

Quebec City is magnificent! I really cannot even begin to describe my whirlwind experience in Quebec City. It was everything I could have possibly imagined, and still better than expected. If you are new to my blog, I am a Florida native who had never seen snow until this past weekend when I visited Quebec [...]

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Oh Canada! I’ve Arrived.

by admin on January 28, 2010

in Canada,Travel

After a long day of flying I finally made it to Quebec City, Canada. The city is more beautiful than I ever imagined. It’s so French. I love it! Tonight I touched snow for the first time. It was sparkly, light, fluffy and magical! Totally worth the wait. Hopefully tomorrow I will get to [...]