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This quaint city near Montreal is one of the best spots to visit in Canada this year

If you're looking for a mini getaway this spring, why not add one of the best places to visit in Canada for 2025 to your bucket list? Just a short road trip from Montreal, this quaint and cozy small city has everything from outdoor adventures and mountain views to tasty eats and charming streets straight out of a fairytale.

Located under two hours from Montreal in Quebec's Laurentian Mountains, Mont-Tremblant has been ranked one of the top travel destinations in Canada by U.S. News & World Report, and it's not hard to see why.

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3 Quebec towns were just named among Canada's most welcoming places

Canadians are internationally recognized for their friendliness, but apparently, there's something to be said about Quebec hospitality in particular.

In fact, a handful of cities within the province recently gained some attention thanks to Booking.com's 13th annual Traveller Review Awards, which are based on over 360 million verified customer reviews.

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Quebec's weather has forced Mont-Tremblant to postpone its 2024-25 ski season

Mont-Tremblant visitors will need to hold onto their skis just a little longer this season, as the resort has postponed the start of its 2024-25 season.

While the mountain was all set to kick off its winter fun next week on November 22, Quebec's weather has thrown a curveball. According to Tremblant, recent temperatures have been too warm for snowmaking. The ski resort said that without enough cold weather, snowmaking opportunities have been "few and far between."

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3 Quebec destinations ranked among Canada's top winter travel spots and they're near Montreal

With winter fast approaching, Airbnb has just revealed its 2024 Winter Travel Report — and three Quebec tourist destinations have made the list of trending Canadian winter hotspots.

The best part? They’re all under a two-hour drive from Montreal, making them ideal for a quick winter getaway.

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This Quebec resort was just named 2nd best in Canada — and it's only 90 minutes from Montreal

Planning your next getaway? You don't have to travel far to stay at one of Canada's best resorts.

The U.S. edition of Condé Nast Traveler was just ranked among the 'Top 10 Resorts in Canada' as part of its Readers’ Choice Awards 2024 and one Quebec spot — just a 90-minute drive from Montreal — made the cut.

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Michelin just launched its hotel guide in Canada and 8 Quebec hotels earned coveted 'Keys'

Get out your bucket list, because the best hotels in Canada were just revealed, and eight spots in Quebec earned a prestigious new accolade that officially ranks them among the best in the world.

The Michelin Guide has just brought its brand-new Michelin Key awards to Canada, highlighting the most exceptional hotels across the country.

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This breathtaking Quebec fall foliage spot was named among the best in Canada (PHOTOS)

Breathtaking hues of red, orange, and gold will soon blanket landscapes around the world, but you don't need a passport to experience spectacular autumnal views. One Quebec destination — a short road trip away from Montreal — has just been named among the top five fall foliage spots in the country.

Flight aggregator and travel agency Skyscanner ranked the Laurentian Mountains as number two on a list of Canada's best places to see the leaves change colour in 2024.

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7 stunning day trips from Montreal worth taking if you don't have a car

If you've been looking for a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of city life, but don't have a car to venture outside of Montreal, then we've totally got you covered. Well… Navette Nature does.

A Montreal shuttle company known as NaNa (Navette Nature) for short, offers monthly recurring shuttles to countless parks and nature reserves across Quebec — this way, you can enjoy a day trip from Montreal even if you don't have a vehicle.

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We Tried 5 Quebec Spas & This One Was By Far The Best

Winter's chill is no match for Quebec's hottest spas, and we tested five of the province's finest to prove it. With an eye for the details that make or break a spa day – from secluded relaxation zones to saunas big enough for your entire crew – our quest was not just about finding warmth, but the whole package.

Here's how some of the most well-known Quebec spas measure up:

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The Best Ski Resorts In Canada Were Ranked & This Quebec Winter Destination Made The Top 5

When it comes to some of the best places to ski in Canada, Quebec should be on every winter lover's bucket list.

Condé Nast Traveler ranked the best ski resorts in North America, and one Quebec destination managed to make the top five.

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The Best Resorts In Canada Were Ranked & This Quebec Destination Made The Cut

The top resorts in Canada were recently ranked and one Quebec destination managed to make the cut. Condé Nast Traveler listed the best of the best when it comes to Canadian resorts and a handful of Fairmont locations dominated the ranking — including the Fairmont Tremblant.

Condé Nast Traveler released its annual Top 10 Resorts in Canada where readers voted on their favourite resort destinations across the country during winter and the Fairmont Tremblant in Quebec didn't just make the list but scored second.

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This Quebec Travel Destination Is Globally Famous But Apparently Nobody Can Pronounce It

Travelling across Canada is an adventure in itself, but pronouncing some of its iconic destinations is another challenge altogether. Even former U.S. President Barack Obama once stumbled over "Mississauga" during a 2016 state dinner.

But Quebec is filled with plenty of its own tongue-twisting locales. Given its French heritage, it's no surprise some of its spots can be tricky for non-French speakers. However, even Quebec can't claim places with names as challenging as Pekwachnamaykoskwaskwaypinwanik Lake — a mouthful found in Manitoba.

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