Author: Vanessa Escobar

Best Maple Syrup Quebec City
Food

Best Maple Syrup Quebec City

Vanessa Escobar 10 mins read

Canada is famous for being the highest maple syrup producer in the world. If there’s one thing that Quebec is world-renowned for, it’s the exceptional quality and rich taste of its maple syrup. It serves as the epicenter of a grand culinary tradition of the old Quebec that spans generations.
With deep roots in the fertile soils, the mastery of maple syrup production has been carefully honed and passionately preserved by Quebec’s skilled artisans.
In this article…

Canada is famous for being the highest maple syrup producer in the world. If there’s one thing that Quebec is world-renowned for, it’s the exceptional quality and rich taste of its maple syrup. It serves as the epicenter of a grand culinary tradition of the old Quebec that spans generations.
With deep roots in the fertile soils, the mastery of maple syrup production has been carefully honed and passionately preserved by Quebec’s skilled artisans.
In this article…

How to Safely Travel With E-Cigarettes
Smoking

How to Safely Travel With E-Cigarettes

Vanessa Escobar 3 mins read

You might have learned recently that vaping is now allowed in the cabin of airplanes. The new regulations are a little baffling because they allow, for example, passengers to bring an Bargain E-Juice into the cabin. But the bag with the e-cigarette is not allowed to be in the cabin.
With this in mind, here are some tips on how to safely travel with e-cigarettes:
Comply With the Rules
For many vapers, using an e-cig on an airplane is their worst nightmare. So it might come as a big surprise that it’s legal. The only thing you need to ensure is that you pack it …

You might have learned recently that vaping is now allowed in the cabin of airplanes. The new regulations are a little baffling because they allow, for example, passengers to bring an Bargain E-Juice into the cabin. But the bag with the e-cigarette is not allowed to be in the cabin.
With this in mind, here are some tips on how to safely travel with e-cigarettes:
Comply With the Rules
For many vapers, using an e-cig on an airplane is their worst nightmare. So it might come as a big surprise that it’s legal. The only thing you need to ensure is that you pack it …

The Neighborhoods of Québec City
City Guides

The Neighborhoods of Québec City

Vanessa Escobar 2 mins read

The following neighborhoods are located close to each other, so it will not be challenging to go from one spot to another. We have chosen three of our favorites for your perusal.
They are all inviting and safe, but they each have a different atmosphere.
Old Québec
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The following neighborhoods are located close to each other, so it will not be challenging to go from one spot to another. We have chosen three of our favorites for your perusal.
They are all inviting and safe, but they each have a different atmosphere.
Old Québec
…

Old Québec
City Guides

Old Québec

Vanessa Escobar 2 mins read

This UNESCO World Heritage treasure will make you wonder if you are truly still in North America. Old Québec is appropriately dubbed the birthplace of French North America.
Once you see its European charms, you will not doubt this claim even for one second.
We recommend putting on your most comfortable pair of shoes because this is a city made for walking and sight-seeing!
Old Québec serves as the cultural and historic heart of Québec City. With more than four hundred years of rich history, a trip to the area should never go missing in any itinerary.
Once you find yourself in this part of town, make sure to …

This UNESCO World Heritage treasure will make you wonder if you are truly still in North America. Old Québec is appropriately dubbed the birthplace of French North America.
Once you see its European charms, you will not doubt this claim even for one second.
We recommend putting on your most comfortable pair of shoes because this is a city made for walking and sight-seeing!
Old Québec serves as the cultural and historic heart of Québec City. With more than four hundred years of rich history, a trip to the area should never go missing in any itinerary.
Once you find yourself in this part of town, make sure to …

What To Do On Your First Trip To Quebec City
City Guides

What To Do On Your First Trip To Quebec City

Vanessa Escobar 2 mins read

Are you going to visit Québec City for the first time and at a loss for what to do? If this is the case, look no further because this guide will tell you everything that you need to know.
Make sure to add the following activities to your itinerary!
Guided tour of Old Québec
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Are you going to visit Québec City for the first time and at a loss for what to do? If this is the case, look no further because this guide will tell you everything that you need to know.
Make sure to add the following activities to your itinerary!
Guided tour of Old Québec
…

Pow-Wow Trail 2021
Events

Pow-Wow Trail 2021

Vanessa Escobar 1 min read

Under the 1978 Act, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness was created. The Powwow Trail is a 3-mile lollipop trail that then leads to a loop that goes on for 25 miles.
Its construction began in 1979 by linking old logging roads by Forest Center to new wilderness paths.
Hiking in the area offers a chance to experience remote wilderness with incredible views. Various festivals and events take place in the surrounding areas during the summer.
They include Festival Innu Nikamu, Festival du conte et de la Légende de L’Innucadie, Festival de Contes et Légendes Atalukan, and more….

Under the 1978 Act, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness was created. The Powwow Trail is a 3-mile lollipop trail that then leads to a loop that goes on for 25 miles.
Its construction began in 1979 by linking old logging roads by Forest Center to new wilderness paths.
Hiking in the area offers a chance to experience remote wilderness with incredible views. Various festivals and events take place in the surrounding areas during the summer.
They include Festival Innu Nikamu, Festival du conte et de la Légende de L’Innucadie, Festival de Contes et Légendes Atalukan, and more….

Echoes Of A Proud Nation Pow Wow
Events

Echoes Of A Proud Nation Pow Wow

Vanessa Escobar 1 min read

This is an event that aims to promote a friendly atmosphere between Kahnawà:ke, its neighbors, and visitors from different parts of the globe.
Year after year, crowds of people head to this area to take part in Pow Wow. They are then treated to an incredible array of indigenous works of art and artifacts.
Apart from this, they also get to experience local food, dance, and songs.
While the 2021 edition of the event was canceled, there is no doubt that future iterations are going to give you the cultural fix that you have been looking for….

This is an event that aims to promote a friendly atmosphere between Kahnawà:ke, its neighbors, and visitors from different parts of the globe.
Year after year, crowds of people head to this area to take part in Pow Wow. They are then treated to an incredible array of indigenous works of art and artifacts.
Apart from this, they also get to experience local food, dance, and songs.
While the 2021 edition of the event was canceled, there is no doubt that future iterations are going to give you the cultural fix that you have been looking for….

Ahki’wahcha
Events

Ahki’wahcha

Vanessa Escobar 1 min read

The so-called creator’s game, lacrosse is a fast-paced sport that has its roots in indigenous culture. You might not have known that it has been around prior to any European contact.
In North America, it has always played a huge role in the spiritual life and community of various Nations.
Victories have always brought honor and pride to the winning team and their respective village. Lacrosse has always been a key contribution of indigenous traditions to present-day Canada.
This ancestral sport is truly unique. Make sure to catch an Ahki’Wahcha team game in Wendake in the spring, summer, and fall….

The so-called creator’s game, lacrosse is a fast-paced sport that has its roots in indigenous culture. You might not have known that it has been around prior to any European contact.
In North America, it has always played a huge role in the spiritual life and community of various Nations.
Victories have always brought honor and pride to the winning team and their respective village. Lacrosse has always been a key contribution of indigenous traditions to present-day Canada.
This ancestral sport is truly unique. Make sure to catch an Ahki’Wahcha team game in Wendake in the spring, summer, and fall….

The Native Museum Of Mashteuiatsh
Best Museums

The Native Museum Of Mashteuiatsh

Vanessa Escobar 1 min read

Governed by the elements, the Pekuakamiulnuatsh people have a rich culture that is truly their own. They arrived about six millennia ago after the retraction of the glaciers.
The best place to learn more about their history is the Native Museum of Mashteuiatsh. The institution has hundreds of amazing artifacts and objects used by these people.
Without a doubt, a visit will make for a remarkable cultural encounter.
The Pekuakamiulnu u mamihtunelitamun, Spirit of the Pekuakamiulnu is a permanent collective exhibition made by artisans, artists, businesspeople, elders, and the rest of the community.
It serves as a …

Governed by the elements, the Pekuakamiulnuatsh people have a rich culture that is truly their own. They arrived about six millennia ago after the retraction of the glaciers.
The best place to learn more about their history is the Native Museum of Mashteuiatsh. The institution has hundreds of amazing artifacts and objects used by these people.
Without a doubt, a visit will make for a remarkable cultural encounter.
The Pekuakamiulnu u mamihtunelitamun, Spirit of the Pekuakamiulnu is a permanent collective exhibition made by artisans, artists, businesspeople, elders, and the rest of the community.
It serves as a …

Droulers-Tsiionhiakwatha Archaeological Site Interpretation Center
Best Museums

Droulers-Tsiionhiakwatha Archaeological Site Interpretation Center

Vanessa Escobar 1 min read

In 1450, hundreds of St. Lawrence Iroquoians established settlements along the La Guerre River. This is the location of the Saint-Anicet municipality today.
The site was discovered when a farmer discovered a tiny axe in his fields. Fast forward to the present, archaeologists have discovered a variety of artifacts and remains.
This is one of the biggest Iroquoian villages found in Quebec.
The expert guides at the center will teach you what you need to know about the village in question. The Kionhekwa exhibition is an informative but fun display that offers us a glimpse into the lifestyle of Iroquoians in the 15th …

In 1450, hundreds of St. Lawrence Iroquoians established settlements along the La Guerre River. This is the location of the Saint-Anicet municipality today.
The site was discovered when a farmer discovered a tiny axe in his fields. Fast forward to the present, archaeologists have discovered a variety of artifacts and remains.
This is one of the biggest Iroquoian villages found in Quebec.
The expert guides at the center will teach you what you need to know about the village in question. The Kionhekwa exhibition is an informative but fun display that offers us a glimpse into the lifestyle of Iroquoians in the 15th …