Quebec Celebrates 400 year Anniversary
400th ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF QUEBEC CITY
One of the best parts of RVing is exchanging ideas with all the great people we meet. During a recent week in our Florida campground, it seemed everyday was another wonderful association with new ‘Best’ friends. RVers generally don’t care what profession you worked at or how you lived - the majority are only interested in what you have seen OR where you’re heading.
During an evening walk in our park, Helene and Robert Chauvin from Southwestern Ontario saw our LUXOR and realized we were the writers their good friend Agathe frequently talked about. The four of us enjoyed a fantastic evening of sharing tips, hints and just great conversation.
However my interest really peaked when Helene shared info that Quebec City was hosting a colossal 400th Anniversary Party on the 3rd July 2008 to celebrate the history of thier Great City.
A visit to Quebec City is like taking a vacation in France. Experiencing the unique architecture, the ‘joy of Vive’ (Love of Life), the walled city, tasty French Food, great shopping and so much more is what memories are made of.
Don’t be concerned if French is not a familiar language because in most cities someone nearby will speak a basic level of English, although in the country communication may be a slight challenge. However, by learning how to say ‘Please’ (s'il vous plaît) ‘Thank You’ (merci), ‘Hello’ (bonjour! or salut!) and ‘Goodbye’ (au revoir) - plus add a smile – you will be OK in most areas. Having a pen and paper on hand helps with directions too.
Most campgrounds promote daylong bus tours that include a morning tour along with a drop-off at city centre from noon to 5 PM to explore on your own. A bus returns ticket holders to the park. My favourite RV Park is the ‘KOA’ – owner Charles and his knowledgeable staff speaks English, plus several other languages. If a bus tour is not in your plans, the KOA offer a series of personal driving tours with easy access to downtown. Quebec is proud of their historic French image – why not join in for their celebration ‘Party’.
Good friend Sandra Merrikin recommended their favourite RV Park at Levis, Quebec – ‘Camping Transit’ is a short ferry ride to Quebec City Centre, plus it is a Passport America Park - Details at http://www.quebecweb.com/campingtransit/
Full details on the 400th Anniversary can be found at (www.quebec400.qc.ca/en )
Peggi McDonald is webhost of RVLiving.net, the author of RV Travel to Canada E-Book and - see RV Bookstore for details. If I can be of any assistance or provide more info please leave me a comment
One of the best parts of RVing is exchanging ideas with all the great people we meet. During a recent week in our Florida campground, it seemed everyday was another wonderful association with new ‘Best’ friends. RVers generally don’t care what profession you worked at or how you lived - the majority are only interested in what you have seen OR where you’re heading.
During an evening walk in our park, Helene and Robert Chauvin from Southwestern Ontario saw our LUXOR and realized we were the writers their good friend Agathe frequently talked about. The four of us enjoyed a fantastic evening of sharing tips, hints and just great conversation.
However my interest really peaked when Helene shared info that Quebec City was hosting a colossal 400th Anniversary Party on the 3rd July 2008 to celebrate the history of thier Great City.
A visit to Quebec City is like taking a vacation in France. Experiencing the unique architecture, the ‘joy of Vive’ (Love of Life), the walled city, tasty French Food, great shopping and so much more is what memories are made of.
Don’t be concerned if French is not a familiar language because in most cities someone nearby will speak a basic level of English, although in the country communication may be a slight challenge. However, by learning how to say ‘Please’ (s'il vous plaît) ‘Thank You’ (merci), ‘Hello’ (bonjour! or salut!) and ‘Goodbye’ (au revoir) - plus add a smile – you will be OK in most areas. Having a pen and paper on hand helps with directions too.
Most campgrounds promote daylong bus tours that include a morning tour along with a drop-off at city centre from noon to 5 PM to explore on your own. A bus returns ticket holders to the park. My favourite RV Park is the ‘KOA’ – owner Charles and his knowledgeable staff speaks English, plus several other languages. If a bus tour is not in your plans, the KOA offer a series of personal driving tours with easy access to downtown. Quebec is proud of their historic French image – why not join in for their celebration ‘Party’.
Good friend Sandra Merrikin recommended their favourite RV Park at Levis, Quebec – ‘Camping Transit’ is a short ferry ride to Quebec City Centre, plus it is a Passport America Park - Details at http://www.quebecweb.com/campingtransit/
Full details on the 400th Anniversary can be found at (www.quebec400.qc.ca/en )
Peggi McDonald is webhost of RVLiving.net, the author of RV Travel to Canada E-Book and - see RV Bookstore for details. If I can be of any assistance or provide more info please leave me a comment
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