Niagara Falls and Niagara on the Lake – NOTL

Reuniting with my Bestie in Toronto was the perfect start to an unforgettable adventure. After...

Toronto

After our journey to the Niagara area, Tiff and I found ourselves in Old Toronto. We stayed at a...

The Blue Mountains

The Blue Mountains, nestled in Ontario, Canada, are renowned for their distinct blue hue, especially...

Hôtel de Glace

Our first destination in Quebec was the Ice Hotel, also known as the Hôtel de Glace. I learned about...

Quebec City

Our Canadian vacation culminated in Quebec City, staying our first night in the heart of the city at...

Ontario & Quebec Itinerary

Day One: Fly into Toronto, drive to Niagara Falls. Stay at the Marriott Fallsview Hotel. Explore...

About

ONTARIO & QUEBEC

Ontario, Canada, is a large province with so many things packed into it. It’s got a huge mix of forests, lakes, and big cities. Toronto, the kingpin, is a massive multicultural hub where you can see the famous CN Tower and soak up the artsy vibes. Ottawa, right next door, is the capital city with Parliament Hill and a whole lot of history. Ontario’s economy is like a jigsaw puzzle with pieces like manufacturing, tech, finance, and farming all fitting together. The people here are from all over the map, creating a crazy quilt of cultures. Toronto’s neighborhoods and festivals are like a world tour. Tourists love Ontario too, whether it’s for the mind-blowing Niagara Falls, outdoor adventures, or cultural hotspots. English is the main language, but with all these folks from different backgrounds, you’ll hear a mix of languages in the air. Ontario is just a wild mashup of nature, people, culture, and everything in between.

Quebec is a place in eastern Canada where French is the big deal, comprised of a population of 8.502 mil, just 60% of the population of Ontario. The capital, Quebec City, is very historic and French, while Montreal is a mix of cultures with artsy stuff and food that’s out of this world. The natural scenery of Quebec is just mind-blowing. And maple syrup, it’s like liquid gold here. Culture-wise, they are all about the arts and literature, and their politics and language are unique. History-wise, they’ve got things like old battlegrounds, like the Plains of Abraham, and they played a big role in the fur trade. There are festivals galore – winter, jazz, comedy, you name it; Quebec knows how to play! Quebec is a mix of French vibes, natural beauty, and a whole lot of cultural flair that’s just waiting to be explored.