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Last week we announced SAIL Challenge Cap Qu\u00e9bec<\/a> and with it our return to North America. The race will take place from July 19-21, and already hundreds of athletes signed up in the first week of registrations. This is no wonder, because not only will the race be spectacular, but the city of Quebec is more than worth a visit as well. Below we include some of the best must-see locations, taken from quebec-cite.com. For each must-see, you can find more information via this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Old Qu\u00e9bec – Stroll North America’s oldest streets<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Walk along the fortified walls surrounding this\u00a0UNESCO World Heritage Site,\u00a0and admire the view from every angle.\u00a0\u00a0For all its 400 years of incredible\u00a0history<\/a>, it\u2019s still very much alive: magical in the\u00a0winter\u00a0<\/a>and popping in the\u00a0summer<\/a>. Full of charming little streets and local shops,\u00a0Old Qu\u00e9bec<\/a>\u00a0is best visited on foot and we highly recommend a\u00a0walking tour<\/a>\u00a0to learn about its fascinating history.<\/p>\n

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Montmorency Falls – See a waterfall that\u2019s 30 metres higher than Niagara Falls<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Whether you\u2019re riding the gondola, climbing the scenic stairway or crossing the suspension bridge, the views of the\u00a0Montmorency Falls<\/a>\u00a0are simply breathtaking. Experience the power of nature, only 15 minutes from downtown.<\/p>\n

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Jacques-Cartier National Park – Explore one of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s most dazzling glacial valleys<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Jacques\u2011Cartier National Park<\/a>, a vast and mountainous plateau\u00a0crisscrossed by deep valleys and rivers, is a\u00a0paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. There are a multitude of ways to experience the park and its lush surroundings.\u00a0Hiking along the many trails, you may encounter beavers, deer, and even moose in their natural habitats.<\/p>\n

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\u00cele d’Orl\u00e9ans – Connect with local artisans on a day trip full of history and flavours<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Stop in at the many artisan outlets and farm stands around the island for a delicious sampling of local products and the tastiest shopping you\u2019ve done in years!\u00a0Driving around\u00a0\u00cele d’Orl\u00e9ans<\/a>\u00a0is like a trip back in time to 18th century rural Qu\u00e9bec, complete with centuries-old villages, farms, churches, and heritage homes.\u00a0As the birthplace of French North America, it\u2019s ground zero for many of our ancestors\u2014families that arrived from France and went on to make their homes throughout the continent. The island is also home to 5 of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s prettiest villages.<\/p>\n

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Mus\u00e9e national des beaux-arts du Qu\u00e9bec – Appreciate fine art at the world\u2019s largest collection of Qu\u00e9bec art<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Mus\u00e9e national des beaux-arts du Qu\u00e9bec\u00a0(MNBAQ)<\/a>\u00a0houses a reference collection of more than 40,000 works\u2014a comprehensive overview of Qu\u00e9bec art from the 17th century to the present day.\u00a0Visit the museum\u2019s pavilions nestled in the vast expanse of the Plains of Abraham and take the full measure of the talented artists from here and elsewhere whose works are on display.<\/p>\n

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Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupr\u00e9 Shrine – Spend a quiet moment at the oldest pilgrimage site north of Mexico<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Follow in the footsteps of the pilgrims who have been coming to\u00a0Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupr\u00e9 Shrine<\/a>, one of 5 national shrines in Qu\u00e9bec, for over 350 years to\u00a0pay homage to Saint Anne. Step inside and admire the glorious stained glass, paintings, mosaics, and stone and wooden sculptures that adorn the basilica.\u00a0Attributed with miraculous healing powers, Saint Anne is a popular saint among people who are sick and handicapped. You\u2019ll see many objects hung from the sanctuary columns in gratitude for Saint Anne\u2019s favours.\u00a0In summer, a\u00a0river shuttle<\/a>\u00a0connects Old Qu\u00e9bec to the shrine.<\/p>\n

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Village Vacances Valcartier \/ Ice Hotel – Have fun at Eastern Canada\u2019s largest theme park<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Village Vacances Valcartier<\/a>\u00a0is a\u00a0gigantic complex\u00a0that boasts a huge outdoor waterpark and a brand new indoor waterpark\u00a0open year-round!\u00a0In the winter, you can go nuts in the biggest winter playground in the Americas and visit\u00a0North America\u2019s only\u00a0ice hotel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Aquarium du Qu\u00e9bec – Enter the fascinating world of nearly 10,000 specimens from 300 species!<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Aquarium du Qu\u00e9bec<\/a>\u00a0is spectacularly located overlooking the St. Lawrence River. Visit the Awesome Ocean Discovery tunnel to check out the creatures that inhabit the depths of the Pacific, and find out about Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s rivers and streams too. Make acquaintances with marine species like polar bears, seahorses, and several species of seals.\u00a0On the aquarium grounds you\u2019ll find everything you need to spend an unforgettable day as a family: splash pads, picnic spots with a view of the St.\u00a0Lawrence River, and a ropes course for the kids.<\/p>\n

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Mus\u00e9e de la civilisation – Learn something new at one of Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s most popular interactive museums<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Join in hands-on workshops for the whole family on a wide range of current, historical, and sometimes unusual subjects.\u00a0Mus\u00e9e de la civilisation<\/a>\u00a0sheds new light on diverse societies and moments in history through a mix of permanent and temporary exhibits with an international or Qu\u00e9bec focus. This summer, there\u2019s a challenging\u00a0exhibition about climate issues and solutions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Wendake – Explore Huron-Wendat ancestral traditions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Experience\u00a0Huron\u2011Wendat culture in Wendake, the beating heart of the Huron\u2011Wendat Nation. Share in their long history, culture, and traditional knowledge as you take in dancing, hear stories and legends, and visit the Huron\u2011Wendat Museum and the authentic craft stores in the village, located a few minutes from downtown Qu\u00e9bec City. Round out the immersive\u00a0indigenous experience<\/a>\u00a0by tasting the finest Northern terroir cuisine, with subtle and succulent dishes featuring game meat and corn.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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