If I gave you $1000 to pursue ANY idea, what would you do? The possibilities are as endless as they are awesome.
One recommendation for my time in Quebec City was to visit Montmorency Falls. I paid little attention to the suggestion at the time assuming any attraction like that would be out of the city and difficult to reach without a car. But my visit to the tourist infomation centre the other day…
My last day in Quebec city and my little SGTC teacup had yet to make an outing. So I packed it up and on the bus to Montmorency Falls we went. The falls are about 12km from the centre of Quebec City and the bus there only takes…
I’m a big advocate of CouchSurfing and my weekend in Quebec explains why. The generousity and hospitality I received from not just my host, but complete strangers, was incredible. And lots of fun.
I had no idea what I should see in Montreal, so my friend, Lucie, made this list of things to see. I spent three days working my way through her suggestions including exploring the Old Town, visiting Parc Jean-Drapeau and eating bagels and desserts.
After the pace and size of Montreal, Quebec City is a welcome break. Although if I complained about the use of French in Montreal at all, it was nothing to what I’m facing here. The people of Quebec consider themselves Quebecers first and Canadian second. They are extremely proud…
Saskatoon? Really? Why? If ONE more person says this to me, I’m going to make them say Saskatchewan 10 times really fast. This town, like any town, is what you make it. So here are some tips to get the best out of your time in Saskatoon. Get…
My last day in Montreal and two things left on Lucie’s List: Saint Joseph’s Oratory and the Botanical Gardens. I leave my luggage with one of the Via Rail porters (they will store it and put it on the train for me), say goodbye to Lucie and head…
It’s hot. A top of 33C is forecast for Thursday. That’s not my kind of weather. In an effort to avoid the sun, I spent the morning running errands: doing laundry, posting stuff at the post office and going for a run (only on the shady streets). Even…
As dusk falls over Montreal, the Kondiaronk Belvedere in front of the of Mont Royal Chalet begins to fill. Tourists prepare to capture the sunset, runners take a breather and stretch before their descent and a sly few enjoy a beer or three. Then there is me; setting my pretty…