Originally from Gaspésie, Marie-Eve Lagacé loves both writing and her corner of the world, so she’s delighted to be able to combine these passions as a writer for this blog! Her favourite subjects are people, local culture and our regions’ unexpected (and sometimes unusual) treasures. Although she loves relaxing with a coffee and a good book, she also enjoys exploring new vistas and swimming with the salmon in the Matapédia River!
This segment of the Whale Route will take you from village to village all the way to the end of the road, at the edge of the Lower North Shore. Here are five good reasons to follow Route 138 across the Minganie area!
Read MoreAre you a history buff? Do you want to plunge into a captivating world surrounded by incredible maritime scenery? Set off to discover these three unique lighthouses in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region!
Read MoreCôte-Nord is home to a unique place that offers glacial history, fascinating industrial and maritime heritage, and access to wild and natural environments. You’ll find all of this and more in Baie-Comeau, a city located about 200 km (120 mi.) east of Tadoussac. Want more details? Here are five good reasons to visit this dynamic city and the surrounding area!
Read MoreA legendary vacation destination for decades, the region of Gaspésie will never cease to surprise you! This immense natural playground offers a host of experiences that you won’t want to miss during your visit to the peninsula. Here are five of the most memorable.
Read MoreWhile on vacation, your accommodations are often much more than just a room in which to spend the night, and this is especially true in the maritime regions of Québec. Fortunately, these destinations offer many places to stay where you’re sure to feel right at home, in carefully designed settings surrounded by fresh air and wide-open natural spaces.
Read MoreOffering 3000 km (1900 mi.) of marked and well-groomed trails as well as snowmobile-friendly accommodations, Gaspésie is a great destination for your next snowmobile expedition! Consider including these rides in your itinerary.
Read MoreOne of the reasons I love reading so much is that it takes me to other places. Books transport me into another world, into settings depicted in detail, and I become attached to a host of characters who accompany me on my discoveries. Are you planning a trip to the maritime regions of Québec? If so, here are a few novels I recommend you immerse yourself in, so you’ll feel right at home once you arrive at your destination!
Read MoreEastern Québec offers an unparalleled travel experience all year round, but late spring and early summer are an amazing time for nature lovers and travellers looking for adventure (or rest!) to visit our regions. Here are five reasons to come to Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine in June!
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