Quebec City

Quebec City: Economy, Transport, Sightseeing

Saturday, May 1, 2010

Business etiquette English is spoken to a greater extent than French in the business world. A dash of French spices up the language. It is always good to know translations of common items, such as executive summaries. Avoid politics as the point of discussion. Instead, converse on language rights or the sovereignty movement. The business individuals of Canada are less formal in comparison with Europeans. Standard etiquette and courtesies need to be followed. You are free to use first names after the first round of introduction. Using French in a business context has its own rules. It is advisable to use the more formal ‘vous’ rather than ‘tu’. Business cards are exchanged at the start or end of the meetings. Both, gentlemen and ladies wear suits, although short-sleeved shirts are [...]

Quebec City: Information, Money, Hotels

Thursday, April 29, 2010

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Quebec City lies in the Quebec province of Canada. The population in the city is around 491,142, whereas the metropolitan area touches 715,515. The dialing code of the country is 1. The temperature in winter touches -8 degree Celsius, while in summer it reaches 25 degree Celsius. The city witnesses an annual rainfall of 34 inches. 1 Euro is equivalent to 1.47 Canadian dollars, whereas 1 USD is worth 1.06 CAD. Hotels Luxury Auberge Saint-Antoine Quebec City Canada It is a boutique hotel that faces St. Lawrence in the Lower Town. The hotel has a history of its own. The hotel is adjacent to the Museé de Civilisation. A number of artifacts were unearthed during the construction of the hotel. These are displayed posthumously in the corridors and the lobby bar. The hotel is plush with 94 [...]

Quebec City: Shopping, Culture

Monday, April 26, 2010

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The Old Town is famous for its shopping arcades. Popular destinations include Ste-Anne, De Buade, and St-Jean. These areas have the perfect blend of shops, clothing stores, and boutiques. You will find everything from handicrafts to Inuit art. The Galeries d’Art Inuit Brousseau et Brousseau is the main hub for Inuit art. The Quartier Petit Champlain, located in the Lower Town, is a must-visit for shopaholics. The cobblestone streets are filled with boutiques with exhibits of artisanal wares. The streets are centuries old. The Verrerie La Mailloche combines a workshop for glass blowing with a boutique, which sells the final product. The large shopping malls are a favorite among the locals. Avenue Cartier is a street replete with luxury boutiques. It is also home to the works of local [...]