Born in Bas-Saint-Laurent, Anne-Josée Pineau loves this region and is delighted to introduce others to it. Never far from the sea, she’s fascinated by lighthouses and could live on seafood alone! On this blog, she likes to write about our regions’ unusual attractions, make your mouth water by describing local delicacies, and pique your interest by revealing some of the hidden beauty found in Québec by the Sea. In other words, she wants to provide you with lots of ideas for an unforgettable vacation!
The maritime regions of Québec are one of the best places in the world to observe marine mammals. From May to October, the waters of the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence are home to 13 species of whales, including spectacular humpbacks! Are you interested in admiring these giants of the sea but would prefer to stay on land? Here are several places where you can enjoy whale watching from the shore!
Read MoreSeveral new distilleries have been established in the maritime regions of Québec over the last few years, all operated by passionate people who want to showcase local ingredients in their products. Are you interested in visiting our eight distilleries to discover Eastern Québec with your taste buds? Here’s an overview of what awaits you at these sites.
Read MoreMother Nature has certainly put her artistic talents to good use in these regions, creating mysterious islands, majestic mountains, a deep fjord, bright red cliffs and so many other wonders to admire. But do you know how these natural landforms were created? Keep reading to find out more!
Read MoreFall in the maritime regions of Québec is a prime season for wildlife observation. In national parks or in our many natural sites, you’ll find lots of animals to watch while disturbing them as little as possible and respecting their habitats. Here are the species you won’t want to miss when you next visit us in the fall!
Read MoreTravelling in the fall, when the frenzy of summer gives way to a slower pace, has several advantages. In the Îles de la Madeleine, this is the best season to relax and take your time to explore the archipelago. Here are three reasons to visit the Islands in the fall.
Read MoreThe maritime regions of Québec are home to a multitude of wildlife species on land, in the sea and in the air! Here are a few interpretation sites and museums to add to your itinerary to learn all about the wildlife found in our regions.
Read MoreThe regions of Eastern Québec have long been a dream destination for vacationers travelling by motorcycle. But what makes Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine so attractive? Here are five reasons we think motorcycle riders love our regions so much.
Read MoreThe maritime regions of Québec are some of the best places in the world to see whales. To prepare you for your next whale-watching excursion, here are some tips to help you identify the most common species found in our regions.
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