Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Monday 17th May 2010, Quebec


Today we took a ferry over from Old Levis to the old part of Québec City. The bazaar part is the French, it is predominantly French with little or no English spoken and all signs looking and feeling foreign. Laurenzo who thought she was the French expert is full of confidence around us but when she gets to the true test suddenly clams up. The ferry is only 10 minutes from the campground and the angle into the city towards the old town castles (now exclusive Hotel) and gun emplacements is a beautiful way to enter the city as I hope the photos will show. It is about 22 degrees with a slight breeze so perfect for walking through the streets (which we spent hours doing). What amazed me was the kids loved this place Lauren saying its one of the best places she’s seen. Of course it’s spring here and it is so beautiful with fresh lime green leaves on the trees and tulips everywhere (especially around there parliament building) Dad you would love it here? The buildings and cobble stone streets are glorious, the food is fabulous and I got some shopping in which was great as we have not had much of a chance since arriving nearly one month ago. The old Quebec City is the most beautiful relaxing cities I have ever been in, but don’t think it would be much chop in the middle of winter. We finished off with a lovely meal at a café with some French wine and then the ferry ride back as it was getting dark, another super impressive sight. Geoff was not initially 100 percent convinced on coming all the way up here as it is a big excursion, but even he has had to admit to being impressed with the beauty and history of the place, it truly feels as close Europe as you can get.

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  1. Hi All, Really enjoying your postings. Yes we agree Quebec looks great. All's well here including Matai. Our 43rd anniversary today, we're out to dinner and to experience a coulple of Scotsman and their music. Love
    Jana & Snooks

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