Day 17: Q is for Quality

Q is for Quebec

A few weeks ago, I promised that we would revisit Quebec City when we reached the letter Q in More to Love: A to Z.  (Perhaps you remember these incredible pictures from the Ice Hotel.)

I know that my view of the city is colored by the wonderful hosts and travel companions I had when visiting Quebec City.  However, the personality of the city is infectious.  I think it charms just about everyone.

I was always there on business, so I feel like I’ve only seen the very tip of the iceberg.  I hear they have wonderful festivals and summer time activities too, so I definitely have plenty of reasons to go back.

The beautiful hotel, le Chateau Frontenac, dominates the sky line above the Quartier Petit Champlain like a fairytale castle.  You can ride the funicular (or take the Breakneck Stairs below) down to the Rue du Petit-Champlain for shopping and restaurants.

Just around the corner from the hotel is one of my favorite stores – La Boutique de Noel.

They are a year-round Christmas shop with the most spectacular window displays.

The store has a wonderfully warm ambiance and more Christmas ornaments than you can imagine.  I picked up a few souvenirs, and I love pulling them out each year for the holidays.  They remind me of my travels.

Other places you shouldn’t miss:

• Cabane à Sucre (if you are brave, have a good sense of fun, or want to go on a sleigh ride)
• the chocolate museum (a great place to buy gifts)
• and of course, the Ice Hotel!