This Quebec Destination Was Ranked Among The Best Places To Visit In 2024

Those of you who may be eager to hop on a flight and embark on your next adventure of 2024 just might want to add Quebec to your list of must-see travel destinations.

The New York Times released its list of 52 Places To Go In 2024 and one Quebec destination managed to make the cut.

The publication ranked several must-visit global destinations from all corners of the Earth including travel hot spots such as Morocco, Lake Toba in Indonesia, Quito, Koh Ker in Cambodia and Waterford, Ireland, to name a few.

The list, full of impressive worldwide entries, also included the Mingan Archipelago National Park in Quebec.

Located in the municipality of Havre-Saint-Pierre, the Mingan Archipelago Reserve is nestled within the Gulf of Saint Lawrence directly facing the stunning Anticosti Island, which was recently recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

According to Parks Canada, the Mingan Archipelago boasts the largest concentration of monoliths within its borders. Tour operators allow visitors to get up close and personal with the countless monoliths found across Île aux Perroquets, Île New de Mingan and the Grande Íle, to name a few.

Amidst the playful antics of whales and seals, the many islands and islets captivate visitors with their arctic-alpine flora and bustling bird colonies, including puffins.

Mingan Archipelago is also home to over 80 kilometres of hiking trails over nine different islands. Visitors can also embark on other natural activities including paddleboarding or sea kayaking.

Wondering which other global destinations made the cut? Here's the complete top 10 of the best places to visit in 2024, per The NY Times:

1. Paris, France
2. Yamaguchi, Japan
3. New Zealand
4. Maui, Hawaii
5. Baaj Nwaavjo I'tah Kukveni, Arizona
6. Singapore
7. O'Higgins, Chile
8. Ladakh, India
9. Geneva, Switzerland
10. Dominica, The Caribbean

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