A certified translator and avid outdoorsman, Jean-Pascal Côté works as a freelance writer and translator in Bas-Saint-Laurent, the region where he was born. He regularly escapes his daily life by going road biking, cycle touring or cyclocross racing, skiing in the mountains of Bas-Saint-Laurent or Western Canada, or sea kayaking on the St. Lawrence River. He is constantly dreaming up new travel plans. He also blogs (on an admittedly irregular basis) about his cycle touring adventures.
Vacations and the great outdoors naturally go hand in hand. And national parks usually rank high on nature lovers’ lists of must-see destinations! To make the most of your visit to our parks, why not stay for a night or more? The national parks in the maritime regions of Québec offer many lodging options for all tastes and budgets. Here are a few to consider.
Read MoreThe maritime regions of Québec are home to several national parks that are great places to go camping. These parks offer campsites for all tastes, whether you’re travelling in an RV or prefer sleeping in a tent in the backcountry. Here are our recommendations.
Read MoreA very popular vacation destination for over a century, highly appreciated by artists and boasting a rich and fascinating history (you can even go on a historical audio-guided walking tour of the village), Percé is a must-see in Gaspésie. Here are seven good reasons to visit this area and marvel at its beautiful scenery.
Read MoreAre you considering Côte-Nord as your next vacation destination, but you still need some convincing? Here are seven good reasons to visit the beautiful city of Sept-Îles in this region!
Read MoreThe maritime regions of Québec boast some of the best whale-watching sites in the world, whether you prefer to stay on land or are willing to go out to sea.
Read MoreAre you planning a trip to Gaspésie? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you plan a memorable one.
Read MoreAre you thinking of visiting the region of Bas-Saint-Laurent soon? Here are a few tips and suggestions to help you plan your stay.
Read MoreThe wide-open spaces found in the maritime regions of Québec are an ideal natural playground for long-distance hikers. For an exceptional immersive experience, there’s nothing like spending several days trekking through our wilderness areas, in the mountains, forests or tundra, along rivers or along the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence, wearing your hiking boots and with everything you need in your backpack.
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