My journey in Côte-Nord – Duplessis: Delighted by Sept-Îles Archipelago
| By Tanya Paquet
Despite the fog that refuses to clear away completely, Pascale and I head for the open sea to explore Sept-Îles Archipelago.
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Experience History at Our Historic Sites
| By Tanya Paquet
While navigation has marked the history of Bas-Saint-Laurent, it's mostly the fisheries that have left their mark in Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine.
Read MoreMy journey in Côte-Nord – Duplessis: A day trip in Mingan Archipelago
| By Tanya Paquet
[…] Walking by the salt water in stillness or in the wind listening to immensity […] Roland Jomphe, from De l’eau salée dans les veines
Read MoreIn the Footsteps of Cod Fishermen at the Site historique national de Paspébiac
| By Tanya Paquet
The Site historique national de Paspébiac is located in a barachois, which is not only an ideal place for boats to dock, but, more importantly, its wide banks were also perfect for drying cod.
Read MoreMy Journey in Gaspésie: Travelling Back in Time at the Site historique national de Paspébiac
| By Tanya Paquet
Upon my arrival, Sylvie and Lucette greet me in the cook-room at the Site historique national de Paspébiace. The wood stove emits a gentle heat, much appreciated on this cool day.
Read MoreTell Me What You Like and I’ll Tell You Where to Go!
| By Tanya Paquet
Whether you’re interested in adventurous, contemplative or educational tourism, you’ll find many attractions that’ll meet your tastes and interests in the maritime regions of Québec.
Read MoreAn Introduction to Whale Watching
| By Tanya Paquet
Who isn’t fascinated by whales? Did you know that Côte-Nord is one of the best places in the world to observe them? An abundant food supply and the unusual geology of the seabed explain why this region...
Read MoreTadoussac–Baie-Sainte-Catherine Ferry: Part of Route 138, on the Water
| By Tanya Paquet
Did you know that if you drive to Côte-Nord on Route 138, you’ll need to take a ferry? This is because the provincial road is divided in two by the Saguenay Fjord. The Tadoussac–Baie-Sainte-Catherine...
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