Bonjour! We had an outstanding time in Quebec City!
First thing in the morning, the girls went for a swim in the pool, Mary went shopping, and Oliver did a bit of work.
Once we gathered back together we headed off to check out the city with a caleche, (a horse and carriage). Our horse’s name was Kaley and our guide was Jocelyn. He took us on a ride and we saw many sights such as Rue de Tressor, City Hall, Parliament, the statues of the many historical figures, (some of our favourites were the log drivers, and the cannon ball wedged under the tree). We all loved the European feel to the city with the narrow streets, cobblestone roads, and flower boxes overflowing with all sorts of beautiful blossoms.
After the tour we went for a good walk to
the Citadel and re-enacted the Battle between the French and the British on the Plains of Abraham. Of course Mikhaila and Zoe wanted to be the British, so Oliver and I were the French. Mary decided to be neutral, so she was from Switzerland!After our battle, we decided to go for ice cream. We wanted the girls to practice their French so we said the only way they could have ice cream is if they ordered in French. It wasn’t long before “Puis-j’avoir la cream de glacee” was spoken fluently and everyone enjoyed vanilla ice cream with swirls of maple syrup.
We made our way back to the Old City by taking the stairs, (over 300 of them), which brought us back to the Chateau Frontenac boardwalk We were just in time to see a recreation of the French soldiers defending the city. It was quite a site to see the soldiers dressed in their period costumes marching and shooting their muskets out into the Flueve St. Laurent, (Saint Lawrence).
We made our way back to the Old City by taking the stairs, (over 300 of them), which brought us back to the Chateau Frontenac boardwalk We were just in time to see a recreation of the French soldiers defending the city. It was quite a site to see the soldiers dressed in their period costumes marching and shooting their muskets out into the Flueve St. Laurent, (Saint Lawrence).
Throughout the day we were amazed at the street performers who provided us with all sorts of entertainment. We saw acrobats, fire jugglers, (Dustfingers for those who have read or watched Inkheart), magicians, and musicians who played instruments and sang.
In the evening, we went to Grand Alle, (pedestrians only area) where there are lots of great restaurants to enjoy. After dinner, we walked the streets and enjoyed a tropical street festival where we saw all sorts of South American dance presentations and BMX biking tricks.
What a time in the city! Here are some direct quotes from the group:
Mikhaila
Quebec City is really awesome because there’s always something to do! I liked window shopping, touring with the horse and carriage, staying at the Chateau Frontenac, reenacting the battle on the Plains of Abraham, and the BMX tricks.
Zoe
Quebec City is fantabulous! I loved going on the horse and carriage ride, it was my favourite. I also liked watching the soldiers, but I didn’t like the big boom when they shot their muskets. Oh yeah, and I liked swimming in the pool at the Chateau Frontenac.
Mary
Quebec City is the most beautiful city I have ever seen in her life….it has left a big impression on me and I want to come back and visit, (maybe at Christmas)…it has such a welcoming atmosphere
I really like the wide sidewalks, restaurants, shops; it was not at all over-crowded…just nice! Very pretty!
Oliver
I liked touring the Citadel and seeing all of the old walls and architecture. The city has a European feel….if the walls could talk and tell the stories…great sense of history!
In the evening, we went to Grand Alle, (pedestrians only area) where there are lots of great restaurants to enjoy. After dinner, we walked the streets and enjoyed a tropical street festival where we saw all sorts of South American dance presentations and BMX biking tricks.
What a time in the city! Here are some direct quotes from the group:
Mikhaila
Quebec City is really awesome because there’s always something to do! I liked window shopping, touring with the horse and carriage, staying at the Chateau Frontenac, reenacting the battle on the Plains of Abraham, and the BMX tricks.
Zoe
Quebec City is fantabulous! I loved going on the horse and carriage ride, it was my favourite. I also liked watching the soldiers, but I didn’t like the big boom when they shot their muskets. Oh yeah, and I liked swimming in the pool at the Chateau Frontenac.
Mary
Quebec City is the most beautiful city I have ever seen in her life….it has left a big impression on me and I want to come back and visit, (maybe at Christmas)…it has such a welcoming atmosphere
I really like the wide sidewalks, restaurants, shops; it was not at all over-crowded…just nice! Very pretty!
Oliver
I liked touring the Citadel and seeing all of the old walls and architecture. The city has a European feel….if the walls could talk and tell the stories…great sense of history!
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