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Quebec City

Isabella Moreno | Editor

Published on 2025-08-25

Congratulations, you've successfully sailed your floating condo into Quebec City-North America's scrappy Francophone outpost where history doesn't just whisper politely, it shouts exuberantly from every cobblestoned corner. Sure, the locals may occasionally pretend they don't speak English (they typically do, though bonus points if you dust off your high-school French), but they're delighted to feed you poutine and maple-infused everything while gently reminding you that Quebec City existed long before your ancestors even thought to rebel against Mother England. As you step ashore, give a fond nod of gratitude to Samuel de Champlain, who founded this riverside gem in 1608, giving North America not only one of its oldest cities, but also an enduring obsession with fur hats and pate. Spend your first morning exploring Old Quebec-an impossibly charming UNESCO World Heritage maze of European streetscapes-and indulge in a leisurely cafe-au-lait break, watching locals passionately debate hockey, politics, or both simultaneously. Later, channel your inner Anthony Bourdain by slipping into a cozy bistro (far from the tourist hordes) to savor duck confit or a local microbrew, and toast to your temporary Quebecois joie de vivre. Bienvenue!