Page 14 - Boca Club News - March '22

Page 14, Boca Club News
Travel: Postcards from Jessica

To: Those Looking for a White Christmas (and wanted to experience both! So, I set out to first visit one of the but also for its plethora of activities in all seasons.
Thinking About it in March!) most charming towns in Eastern Canada, Quebec City, before I highly recommend staying at the iconic Fairmont Banff
From: The Castle in the Rockies, Banff Canada hopping (or, in this case, flying) over to visit the majestic snowy Springs Hotel. This “Castle in the Rockies” offers everything
mountains of Banff, in Western Canada. from cozy rooms tucked away in quiet corners of the castle
Old Quebec City: Old Quebec City is the most charming to opulent suites with sweeping mountain views. The castle
place to be during the holidays. Known as being a little slice is undergoing major renovations to its accommodations, and
of Europe in North America, you feel as if you have just been we were able to stay in one of their newly renovated larger
transported overseas to a quaint town in France. And with mountain view rooms. There is nothing like waking up in the
everyone speaking French, it feels that much more authentic! colder mornings to a cup of hot coffee in bed while staring out
But don’t worry, because English is also widely spoken. Which at the snow-capped mountain ranges. Le sigh…
was good, because my college French was slightly rusty. During the holiday season, the hotel is completely decked
Old Quebec was founded by the French back in 1608. It out in festive holiday decor. In one of the grand halls, you can
was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the 1980s find a giant Christmas tree towering over two stories high!
and, according to UNESCO, it is the only North American city The hotel lovingly refers to its holiday events as “Christmas
to have preserved its surrounding protective wall and ramparts. at the Castle.” You can truly get into the holiday spirit with
So, not only is it charming but it also has historical significance. its Christmas Concert Series, memorable holiday dining
Quebec City is about 160 miles northeast of Montreal, events, festive holiday arts and crafts, and gingerbread house
above the Maine border. It’s located on the St. Lawrence River, decorating for the kids. There were even Christmas Carolers
and the old town is divided into two parts–the upper part where singing through the halls.
the famed Chateau Frontenac castle (also a hotel) is located on While the castle offers much to do within its walls, don’t
the cliff, and the lower part, which sits below the cliff and is miss the chance to wander out and explore the great outdoors.
accessible via stairs, streets, or a funicular. It’s the lower part, Just make sure to layer up. In December the temperatures can
Quartier Petit Champlain, that looks as though straight out of drop into the negatives. One activity you absolutely will not
a holiday postcard! want to miss is a drive up the Trans-Canada Highway to Lake
By Jessica Flores. Jessica has worked I highly recommend staying at the Fairmont Chateau Louise. This scenic drive is truly breathtaking.
in the travel and tourism industry for Frontenac. Not only is its location ideal for all there is to Lake Louise is actually one of the most photographed
well over a decade. She holds both see and do in Quebec City, but the hotel itself is filled with sites in Canada, and quite possibly the world. During the
Bachelors and Master’s Degrees in history, was beautifully decorated for the holidays, and summer you can find boats gliding along calm turquoise waters
Hospitality & Tourism Management. offered exemplary service. stunningly framed by majestic snow-capped peaks. But in the
As owner of AWAY Travel in Boca Travel Pro Tip: Book a Fairmont Gold Level Room. winter, when the glacial lake freezes over, you can find the
Raton, Jessica and staff bring 25 years Being on the gold level offered us a private check-in, private largest nature made ice-rink! Sitting at the base of the lake
of personal travel experience to an lounge with complimentary drinks, snacks, breakfast, and a is Château Lake Louise, another Fairmont property, where
exclusive clientele looking for luxury room on one of the highest floors of the hotel (we were even skates are available for rental. Gliding along the ice without
travel planning. Ready for your own upgraded to a suite!). handle-bars was quite the challenge, but there is no ice rink in
journey to begin? Visit: www.travelwithaway.com Email Me: When visiting Quebec City during the holidays, there the world that could offer those fantastic views.
Jessica@travelwithaway.com or Call: (877) 493-AWAY are several things you should not miss. Walking the Quartier Another once-in-a-lifetime truly unforgettable experience
You may be wondering why you are reading about a White Petit Champlain (both during the day and at night) offers was dog sledding in Canmore, just south of Banff. They offer
Christmas in March, but experienced travelers have learned by holiday nostalgia to the max. You feel as if you are walking both self-driven and instructor-driven sled options, making this
now that there are certain very special destinations that require the cobblestoned streets of Strasbourg, France. All of the a great activity for all ages. Being a dog lover with my very
planning far ahead. I recently returned from just such a trip, storefronts are decorated with garlands, holly, and lights. There own husky at home, I think I enjoyed interacting with the dogs
so can speak from first-hand experience: If you are looking has never been a place that feels more like Christmas. just as much as the exhilarating ride through the bow valley.
to spend your next holiday in what is quickly becoming one If you are feeling adventurous, right next to the Fairmont Afterwards, we were able to snuggle up by a fire with some
of the must-see winter vacations, you should start not just Chateau Frontenac they have the Toboggan Slide au 1884. hot cider to warm up.
dreaming, but also planning now. Trust me, once you read all Zooming down at speeds of up to 50 mph was quite the rush! Wheels Down: If Canada is not yet on your list, I personally
about my most recent holiday trip to our great neighbor to the Make sure to hang on to your hat. But most importantly, do not think that a visit there should be your gift next holiday season.
North, you will understand why. miss the Marché de Noël, Quebec City’s German Christmas But you can readily understand why seasoned travelers
Pack Your Bags: Having lived most of my life in Florida, I Market. With its colorful lights and traditional wooden kiosks, understand the need to begin planning early—like now.
can tell you that I have been dreaming about a White Christmas it offers a unique and unforgettable experience. Here you can Create new traditions on a holiday escape to one of the most
for quite some time. There is just something about 85° and truly experience the festive and warm atmosphere of the major enchanting old cities in Quebec, or to the most breathtaking
palm trees that doesn’t hit quite right that time of year. So when European Christmas markets right in Old Quebec City. winter wonderland in Alberta. Or, if you’re like me and cannot
I began thinking about where in the world would provide me Banff: On the other side of the continent, amidst the majestic make up your mind, visit both!
with endless snow and holiday cheer, Canada was one of the Canadian Rockies, sits a picturesque alpine town in the Province One thing I can guarantee is that you will no longer be just
first places that came to mind. of Alberta nestled in the pristine wilderness of a UNESCO dreaming of a White Christmas.…
When it came to actually “packing my bags,” I set out to World Heritage National Park. Banff has easily become one of Wishing You Safe Travels,
fit 10 days’ worth of winter gear into one carry-on bag. Let the world’s premier destinations, not only for its stunning views Jessica
me tell you, this was no easy feat! But it can be done. If you
need these kinds of tips, I’m your girl. I know exactly what you
need to pack to stay warm for your winter holiday in Canada.
Your Road Map: Canada is the second largest country
after Russia, and stretches across 3.8 million square miles.
The experience you may have on one side of the country can
be completely different than on the other. And, of course, I
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