by Jane Canapini | Sep 23, 2026 | Quebec
Getting out into the great outdoors seems to be a part of Canadians’ DNA. Yet not everyone has access to a summer home on a lake, and not everyone loves the idea of pitching a tent after a long road trip. This is why Chalets Prunella, in Outaouais, Québec, are the perfect solution. If a tiny home and a cottage had a baby, it would be one of these perfect little A-Frames, nestled in the trees on 75 acres of forest near Lac Johnson in Thorne, Québec, about an hour’s drive northwest of Ottawa. Even better than glamping, these little structures offer all of the comforts of a private cabin in the woods with boutique hotel luxuries, plus waterfront access to a beautiful lake only a short walk away. Better still, nature is right outside your door and slowing down isn’t just encouraged here, it’s practically mandatory.
by Jane Canapini | May 3, 2022 | Quebec
*Updated May 2022 to include new property* One of the benefits of exploring beyond the tourist hotspots is the opportunity to discover not just places that are authentic and less trafficked, but the chance to find unique or quirky places to stay. Québec’s Eastern Townships region prides itself on being ‘off the beaten path’, and what Henk and I discovered on a recent visit was that they offer accommodations that promise the same. And 3 of the places where we stayed gave us the opportunity to get close to nature, too.
by Jane Canapini | Jan 24, 2022 | Quebec
The Gaspé Peninsula is one of the best road trips you can take in Canada, not just for its impressive scenery and varied landscapes, but because this part of maritime Québec has a small-town charm and character all its own. But planning a Gaspé road trip can be daunting, especially if you want to see, well, everything! Here’s our 12-day Itinerary for a Gaspé road trip that starts in Rimouski and takes in all the major must-see stops as well as a few off-the-beaten-track gems as well.
by Jane Canapini | Jan 8, 2022 | Montreal, Quebec
There’s a wealth of public art in Montreal on display throughout the city, and discovering these installations on your own self-guided tour is one of the best things to do on a weekend in Montreal. Here are some tips for where to see some of the best examples.
