All my senses had been awakened since I’d set foot on the Islands. The brick-red cliffs, the warm sand beneath my feet and a gentle breeze on my skin all confirmed that I was officially on vacation in one of the most beautiful parts of Québec.
Read MoreWhen I think of the Îles de la Madeleine, the wind is present in all of my memories. Strong winds and gentle breezes... Winds that gust and winds that caress the skin... Winds that lift skirts and snatch at hair pieces... Winds that change the landscape, even.
Read MoreIt goes without saying that one of the main attractions of the maritime regions of Québec is the amazing coastlines you can admire as you drive along the majestic St. Lawrence. However, there are also about 2700 islands in the St. Lawrence that contribute to the distinctive character of these regions.
Read MoreThe Îles de la Madeleine are a truly amazing destination offering breathtaking seaside landscapes as well as original activities related to nature and island life.
Read MoreOften associated with the village of Tadoussac, Côte-Nord is a vast natural and maritime region located on the north shore of the St. Lawrence in Eastern Québec.
Read MoreBruno Therrien has been a restaurant owner and municipal councillor in Tadoussac for nearly 25 years. A native of the area, he was born with "tadou," an affliction that can only be caught in Tadoussac and that causes someone to either never leave or eventually return. The main symptom is an unconditional love for Tadoussac, its bay and the fjord.
Read MoreRémi Savard is an anthropologist by profession and calling. He worked for many years on the Lower North Shore, between Havre-Saint-Pierre and Blanc-Sablon.
Read MoreAre you starting to plan your vacation to the Îles de la Madeleine? Read on to find out everything you need to know to ensure a memorable trip to the Islands.
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