Welcome to my life. We’ve changed our plans! Does this surprise you? It shouldn’t. I’ve learned to be flexible and welcome the unexpected. 

Originally, we were going to stay in the Eastern Townships awaiting our border crossing (see previous post), but decided to venture across the Quebec province to chase the warm (ish) temperatures. With Fall, it is getting colder and we have to be careful not to stay overnight in an area that might drop below 0 degrees Celsius as our pipes may freeze. 

With this in mind, we headed to Quebec City. Although I’ve been to this glorious city about 10 times, it’s always been as a chaperone/supervisor for grade 8 Graduation trips. Quite honestly, you don’t get much sightseeing done on these trips. You’re too busy making sure everyone is having a good time and not getting into too much mischief during free time. I always slept with one eye open on those trips and was always glad to see the CN Tower upon our return. 

After taking the back roads, we arrived at the Quebec City KOA Holiday just outside the city in Levi. It’s a decent campground with all the basic amenities. Brent and I don’t put too much stock in campgrounds. We tend to look for full service and good internet. Showers and laundry are a bonus but not always necessary. Saying that, we’ve experienced some exceptional campgrounds along our trip. This particular site is close to the city and was pretty busy, even for this time of the year. 

With only one night in the city, we decided to eat at Bistro le Pape George; the first establishment to serve wine by the glass in Quebec. That sounded promising. After an order of Steak Frites and Squash soup ( I’ll let you decide who ate which meal), we meandered the streets of the Petit-Champlain district full of quaint stores, eateries  and souvenir shops decorated in Fall decor. It was almost “romantic” except Brent’s plantar fasciitis prevented him from walking putting a damper on the romantic notions. Regardless, it was a fantastic night. 

The next day, we took the Big Red Bus Tour. When we arrive in a new city we tend to take the Hop-on Hop-off tours as they give a really good overview of the city before diving right in. The Red Bus in Quebec City is excellent except you have to meet it outside Chateau Frontenac as there is no hopping on during Covid times. We learned this the hard way as we waited at a stop for about an hour before calling the office. Oops! It turned out okay as we took the city bus to the Chateau giving us a chance to experience the city in a different way. Again, being flexible. 

After a little shopping for warmer clothes, we headed back to the KOA to get ready to leave the next day. Before heading out, we had to make a stop at the neighbouring RV Center to replace our propane hose as it was “wheezing”  and a get new front jack; the second in one year. 

If we had more time, I’d spend some quality time in the Old City and Notre-Dame. I highly recommend visiting this great city if you have children or if you are looking for a couples getaway. 

Off to Gaspe!