Vive Quebec! Vive La Nouvelle France!

Just back from the New France Festival in Quebec, where I had an absolutely fabulous time. I stayed for four days at the iconic Chateau Frontenac, toured the verdant countryside of the Ile D’Orleans, dined at all the magnificent restaurants, and dressed up in elaborate 17th Century costumes to celebrate the heritage of this wonderful province.

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With the Count de Frontenac in the lobby of the hotel that bears his name

 

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With our hosts in the harbor

 

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Roast duck and asparagus at the Champlain Restaurant at the Chateau Frontenac

 

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Statue of Bacchus at a winery on the Ile D’Orleans

 

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Everyone has a great time at the New France Festival