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Tag: Canada

Travel in a Time of Tariff Tension: The Price of Politics

Posted on by Roberta Hill

The current political climate in the U.S. has undeniably shifted how many Canadians, myself included, think about travel. While this isn’t meant to be a political statement, the rhetoric surrounding Canada as the so-called “51st state” has left a sour taste for many. It’s not just about words—it’s about the underlying tone that has prompted a quiet but growing movement to step back, reconsider, and, in some cases, boycott U.S. products and travel altogether. Visiting the U.S. has been a regular part of our lives for years. Living in Montreal, the proximity to the border makes it easy to head…

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Sydney, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

Posted on by Roberta Hill

We arrived on the cruise today in Sydney, Cape Breton. It was another life, but I lived in Sydney for a year, teaching at the College of Cape Breton. There wasn’t much to do in Sydney then, and there isn’t much to do in Sydney now. They have done a lovely job sprucing it up for the cruise ships. You’ve covered it once you’ve spent about an hour and a half. The island is a whole other matter. It is worth taking the time to visit. Exactly three years ago, we flew into Halifax and rented a car. We spent…

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Exporail Canada's Biggest Railway Museum

Canada’s Biggest And Best Railway Museum

Posted on by Roberta Hill

Exporail, located in Saint-Constant, Quebec, is Canada’s largest railway museum. It’s a paradise for train enthusiasts and history buffs alike, offering an in-depth look into the evolution of railways in Canada. My son visited last year, so I asked him how long the visit took. He said they took their time and stayed at least three hours.  He said it could be done in two if necessary… WRONG!  We were there in the afternoon until it closed, a good four hours. The museum has over 160 vehicles, including historic locomotives, passenger cars, and rare models. The exhibitions are designed to…

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lobster

Unbelievable lobster and herrings

Posted on by Roberta Hill

We just returned from a few days in Les Iles de la Madeleine. It was much shorter than expected, but that’s another story you can find here: Good Grief Deer Lake Newfoundland But at least we got our full of lobster! The weather was reasonable, considering we are revisiting at the end of approximately a four-month season. Les Iles de la Madeleine is extremely popular amongst French Canadians. It is much less known elsewhere. The islands are between three Canadian provinces, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland, in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. However, it “belongs” to Quebec. The…

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Les Iles de la Madeleine

Les Iles de la Madeleine here we come

Posted on by Roberta Hill

We were flying out to Les Iles de la Madeleine in a few days. It will be my first time, but Louise has been before and has been dying to return for a visit. It’s another one of these great package deals that we got, similar to the trip to Iceland. However, this one covers all our meals, including seafood or a fish selection for every lunch and dinner. This particular deal comes through the Quebec chapter of the CAA. Now, the ratings for CAA vacation packages seem very high. Unfortunately, so far, our experience has been less than great….

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Niagara Falls

Is Niagara Falls Worth a Visit

Posted on by Roberta Hill

Well, that’s a silly question. Of course, Niagara Falls on the Canadian side is worth visiting at least once. Now I understand if you’re heading out there and not with kids, the town itself can be overly touristy, crowded, and garish. Its two casinos and the central area on Clifton Street look more like Las Vegas, even if it is one of the world’s seven natural wonders. Having been to Niagara Falls as a child in the winter and recently a couple of weeks ago, I have some recommendations. We stayed at a bed-and-breakfast just outside the main strip of…

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Montreal from Mount Royal However, if this is your first trip to Montreal there are common pitfalls that may hinder their full enjoyment of this diverse city. Here's how to sidestep these errors and truly embrace what Montreal has to offer.

The only thing I hate about Montreal . . .

Posted on by Roberta Hill

Montreal drivers, roads and traffic! I realize these are three items I hate about Montreal, but I couldn’t find a collective term to cover everything. An old Canadian joke says Canada has two seasons: winter and July. This may not be as true now with global warming, but the Montreal version is as accurate as ever. Montreal has two seasons: winter and construction. A recent survey showed that none of the top ten terrible and worst roads in Quebec were in Montreal. At first, I found that hard to believe. But I’ve come to understand why. Every other road is…

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