Visiting Quebec

Quebec, Canada's largest province, celebrates it's National Holiday during summer in June. Fiercely independent, Quebec is predominantly French speaking with over 80% of residents claiming French as their first language. Quebec City, the provincial capital, is a beautiful city set on the banks of the Saint Lawrence River. Quebec's largest city, Montreal is central to the largest metropolitan region also on the Saint Lawrence River. Technically an island, Montreal is home to the largest English speaking communities in the province. With the majority of the province's population clustered between Quebec City and Montreal on the Saint Lawrence River, the region dominates the provincial economy and politics.

Warm summer weather in the northern climate of Quebec City is ideal for residents and visitors. The Festival d'ete de Quebec (Quebec City's summer festival) is a popular summer event. With more than 300 shows in 11 days, this is one of Canada's largest outdoor artistic events. The 2010 Festival is held July 8th through the 18th. This the 43rd annual event, features 11 days of music performed on fifteen indoor and outdoor stages. With an impressive line-up, this is a must for music fans.

Best Western features two outstanding hotels in Quebec City. The Best Western City Centre/Centre-Ville is located close to Quebec University and the Quebec Convention Centre. The Best Western Hotel L'Aristocrate is a European inspired hotel just 10 minutes from historic Old Quebec City. Both hotels are convenient options for visitors to the city and the summer festival.

Montreal hosts the 10th Anniversary Montreal Fashion and Design Festival August 4th through the 7th, 2010. This high energy event features the best in fashion, music, design and shopping. Over 35 Canadian designers will be offering 2010 summer/fall creations at the second annual La Boutique. Visitors can see the latest in industrial designs for the home along with architectural and urban planning exhibits. Enjoy cutting edge fashion and music at daily fashion shows, events and performances. The Montreal Fashion and Design Festival will bring you current on the latest for you and your world.

For visitors who want to stay in the heart of Montreal, the Best Western Europa-Downtown and the Best Western Ville-Marie Hotel & Suites are ideal. These Best Western Hotels are convenient for those who want to be within walking distance of downtown attractions. The Best Western Brossard is located in the quiet suburb of Brossard just minutes from Old Montreal and other sites. For air travelers, the Best Western Montreal Airport Hotel is located at the entrance to Pierre Elliot Trudeau International Airport and offers a complimentary 24hr airport shuttle service.