Quebec Winter Carnival

A popular tradition in Quebec City for over 100 years, Le Carnaval de Québec next takes place from January 30 to February 15 2009. Despite freezing temperatures, visitors flock in their thousands to view the ice palace, canoe race, night parade, snow sculptures, and to take part in dog sled rides, sleigh rides, ice skating and basically all things that encompass winter in Quebec. It’s the largest winter carnival in the world and well worth attending!
For more information visit www.carnaval.qc.ca.

French Italian in Vieux Quebec

Housed in a Victorian mansion close to the Chateau Frontenac in Old Quebec, Le Continental has been serving expertly prepared Italian and French cuisine since 1956. The dining room is elegant and the food spectacular, with mouth watering delicacies such as Duck Foie Gras, or Seared Scallops as appetizers, Noisettes of Veal Wrapped with Prosciutto and Reblochon Cheese, or Heart of Fillet Mignon with Chanterelles as a main course, plus a decadent dessert menu. A true food lovers delight in Vieux Quebec.
For more information visit www.restaurantlecontinental.com.

Fairmont Le Chateau Frontenac

The most famous of all Quebec City hotels dominates the skyline of Old Quebec, and its image is a central feature of most photos of the city. The breathtaking building is no less impressive on the inside, where guest rooms are beautifully appointed to a standard Fairmont users will be accustomed to. In addition to the Fairmont Room, Deluxe Old Quebec Room, Deluxe River View Room, and Signature Room, there is also a variety of suites available. For the ultimate in luxury accommodation, Fairmont Gold Rooms and Suites are an excellent choice. There are several first class dining options and the terrace of the St-Laurent Bar & Lounge is a wonderful place to take in the views of the St Lawrence River while sipping a Martini. Other amenities include an indoor pool, spa and health club.
For more information visit www.fairmont.com
Tel: 1 866 540 4460
1, Rue Des Carrieres
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Le Concorde Hotel

Located on the historic Plains of Abraham in downtown Quebec City, Le Concorde Hotel is within walking distance of Old Quebec while being right next door to one of Quebec City’s main attractions. Equally inviting for leisure and business travellers, guest rooms and suites are luxuriously appointed with extensive amenities and business facilities to ensure that all of your comforts are taken care of. Other amenities include L’Astral restaurant, the Galerie Lounge, an exercise room, heated outdoor pool and a range of business services.
For more information about this luxury Quebec City hotel, visit their website.

Hotel du Vieux Quebec

Located in the Latin Quarter of Quebec City within the gates of Old Quebec and close to the Fairmont Chateau Frontenac, the hotel du Vieux Quebec combines an enviable historical setting with a reasonable price. The standard and superior rooms have either 1 or 2 queen beds, and the king superior room has 1 king bed as well as a seating area, and flat screen TV. All rooms have coffee makers, fridge, free high speed wireless internet and a continental breakfast delivered to your room each morning. Guests also benefit from free movies from the DVD library, free local calls, and hotel lounge with TV and piano. There is also an excellent French bistro next to the lobby.
For more information visit www.hvq.com
Tel: 1 800 361 7787
1190 Rue Saint-Jean
Quebec, Quebec, Canada

Hotel Champlain

With an ideal location in the heart of Old Quebec City, the Champlain was renovated in 2006 and offers larger rooms than most Quebec City hotels. Guest rooms are exquisitely decorated in a modern design with warm colours, and include gourmet coffee/tea, fridge and complimentary local calls. A free continental breakfast is provided in a bright, modern breakfast room. There is no hotel restaurant, however the choice of restaurants in the immediate vicinity is superb.
For more information visit www.champlainhotel.com
Tel: 1 800 567 2106
115 Ste-Anne Street
Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Fairmont Chateau Frontenac Guest Room

Quebec City Street Scene

Fairmont Chateau Frontenac

Expo Quebec

Taking place August 19 to 30 2009 Expo Quebec is Eastern Canada’s largest country fair and as well as being an important event for the agricultural industry it is of great interest to locals and tourists alike. Look out for it if you are ever in Quebec City during August!

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