Pack up your car, pick up your girlfriends and get ready for a girls’ weekend adventure in the great province of Quebec!
1. Aux 4 Vents
Spend your weekend on a floating yurt while taking in the fresh salty air and the breathtaking scenery that Carleton-Sur-Mer has to offer. If floating isn’t your thing, other lodgings include a youth hostel and private rooms. Aux 4 Vents offers a variety of water excursions to discover the area from aunique point of view, such as sailing on the catamaran TaxSea or on a sailboat in the beautiful Baie des Chaleurs. Aux 4 Vents is equipped with a restaurant-bar, the Umi Yama, which specializes in sushi. It has a warm, inviting ambiance with a patio overlookingamazing sunsets. They also offer other fare, but their main goal is to allow you to discover their fresh seafood products. Aux 4 Vents
2. Auberge La Salicorne
Nestled in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, on the Island of Grande-Entrée, the Auberge La Salicorne offers several unique activities to spend a fun-filled weekend with friends, all while absorbing the local culture.
Your guide will take you and your friends on a kayak excursion through the beautiful red caves and around the breathtaking cliffs. Then take a refreshing and scenic hike through the amazing white sand dunes and then stop to dig some fresh, yummy soft-shell clams, and pamper yourselves in an all-natural saltwater mud bath, before returning to the inn for a traditional meal accompanied by festive Island music. Auberge La Salicorne
3. Fairmont Manoir Richelieu
This luxury hotel found in La Malbaie offers its guests unique gastronomy, ultimate comfort, spectacular views and an abundance of activities. It is the ideal retreat for those seeking peace and relaxation, and also for those in need of adventure. Begin with testing your luck and experiencing the vibrant nightlife at the Casino de Charlevoix. The hotel offers package deals which include casino chips to spend at your leisure. Next, you and your gal pals can pamper yourselves at the hotel’s amazing Spa du Manoir, which offers an innovative fusion of spa and wellness, as well as deeply personalized experiences. Choose from an exhilarating Elixir IceCider Body Wrap or a relaxing aromatherapy massage. Fairmont Manoir Richelieu
4. Oka National Park
Not far from Montréal, this park has a rich historical and natural heritage. Brave the Lac des Deux-Montagnes on a stand up paddle board. Hawaiian in origin, SUP is a fun activity that combines surfing and kayaking. This scenic park also offers swimming, canoeing, hiking, biking, sailing, pedal boats and wildlife watching, and the Aquazilla water course! This amusing yet challenging inflatable water course is installed right by the beach. You and your friends may choose to rent a cabin, accommodating up to 4 people, or rent a Huttopia tent, which is fully equipped and furnished, and includes everything you need for cooking. You may also decide to bring your own tents for a more wilderness-style camping experience. Oka National Park
5. Manitou Mushers
If you and your gal pals are dog lovers, you won’t want to miss visiting Manitou Mushers, in Sainte-Thècle! This ranch offers human-dog training and activities in summer and winter, whether you own a dog or not. They offer the ultimate dogsled experience, as well as a weekend package including the unique Cani-Yoga. The owners humbly offer their knowledge of nature, the Native culture, and the canine world in a unique and peaceful environment where well-being is the top priority. Spend a yoga weekend with your friends and your furry pals, or go alone to enjoy the experience with the dogs onsite. Their weekend camping package deal offers a welcome break from daily life. Manitou Mushers
6. Mont Gosford
Mont Gosford is a nature lover’s dream retreat. It lies entirely in the town of Saint-Augustin-de-Woburn and is part of the White Mountains of the Appalachians, on the Maine border. They offer a variety of cabins that can accommodate 8 to 12 people comfortably. They offer an abundance of summer and winter activities, such as hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, mountain biking, off-trail skiing, dogsledding and bird watching. If you and your friends enjoy hunting (because some girls do!), there are also hunting packages available with a personal guide. Many come here to relax and get back to nature, while taking in the fresh air,enjoying outdoor recreational activities and absorbing the breathtaking mountain views. Mont Gosford
7. Festival Country de Saint-Tite
Country music and rodeo fans love the Saint-Tire Country Festival. Every September, the entire town shuts down, as this festival attracts tens of thousands of visitors over 2 weeks. It hosts a major rodeo competition and several invited singers and musicians. The Festival Country de Saint-Tite is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2017. They are offering a special lineup of famous artists, demonstrations, horse-drawn carriages, shops, dancing workshops, rodeo competitions, a parade, a circus and more! Choose your dates and buy your tickets early for this amazingly popular event, as they sell out quickly. Several types of accommodations are available onsite, or nearby, such as campgrounds, motels, cabins, trailer rentals and inns. Festival Country de Saint-Tite
8. Cabaret Erotique le 281
If you and your friends are seeking a more thrilling, adult weekend, make sure to visit the 281, an exotic male dancing cabaret. Located in the heart of downtown Montreal, this classy, upscale show and nightclub offers an exciting sight for female eyes! Since 1980, the 281 has been offering shows to a mostly female audience, as an expression of women’s liberation. Every weekend, women line up down the street to come in for the ultimate euphoric experience, and to watch some of the sexiest men in Quebec strut their stuff onstage. With more than a dozen professional exotic dancers, the 281 club hasbecome the mecca for girl’s getaways and for the most memorable bachelorette parties! Cabaret Erotique le 281
9. Hôtel Manoir Victoria
Located in the heart of Old Québec, this 4-star hotel offers a luxury getaway with an abundance of activities both within and surrounding the hotel, that will guarantee a successful girl’s weekend vacation. The hotel is equipped with an indoor saltwater pool, a sauna, a fitness centre, and a professional relaxation spa offering expert facial, body and esthetic care. There are also 3 restaurants on site where you can experience the gastronomy of two award-winning chefs. Just step out the door of this hotel right into a world of amazing restaurants, bistros, clubs, lively terraces, pubs and shopping boutiques. Take in the history and culture of Old Québec by strolling through its cobblestone streets. Hôtel Manoir Victoria
10. Parc Marie-Victorin
Located at Kingsey Falls, this park is a unique and oversized horticultural universe! Here, nature comes alive through amazing giant 3-D mosaicultures, 6 fantastic gardens and a tropical greenhouse teeming with exotic birds. Enjoy a picnic near the falls, take fabulous pictures, taste the edible flowers and vegetables, and take part in their different activities. They offer many unique events and brunches throughout the summer months, such as guided tours, an antiques show, a peony show, a bonsai exhibition, fashion shows, aphoto festival and a lively Oktoberfest celebration!There are several accommodations next to the park which offer package deals in conjunction with the Marie-Victorin park. Parc Marie-Victorin
11. Croisière Escapades Memphrémagog
Climb aboard the Grand Cru for a gourmet cruise on magnificent Lake Memphremagog. You and your friends will enjoy an unforgettable trip aboard the elegant Escapades Memphrémagog’s cruise boat, located in Magog. Its large indoor restaurant can accommodate up to 176 people, with bar, private room and upper deck with couches and armchairs.
Whether it be for brunch, lunch, happy hour, or dinner, the Grand Cru takes you over the waters of magnificent Lake Memphremagog in the Eastern Townships. Indulge yourselves in pure pleasure thanks to an impressive and delicious menu.
There are many choices for accommodation packages in the area. Croisière Escapades Memphrémagog
12. Tour of the Gaspé Peninsula with Riôtel
The hotel chain Riôtel offers package deals for organized trips around the Gaspé Peninsula. Stay at their 3 waterside hotels along the way in Matane, Bonaventure and Percé, where you and your girlfriends will receive a warm welcome, incredible facilities and gourmet menus. The tour package includes 3 nights at the different Riôtel locations, 3 breakfasts and 3 dinners. You are responsible for your own lunch. You can all pack a picnic for the day or savor local restaurant fare. Each of the 3 destinations along the way offers their own unique culture, flavors and outdoor recreation, such as kayaking, hiking, fishing, swimming, golf and beaches where you can end the day with a relaxing campfire. Tour
13. Auberge la Muse
This quaint inn located in Baie-Saint-Paul is home to Chez Bouquet, Charlevoix’s first Éco-bistro, and is the recipient of the 2010 National Tourism Awards. Their philosophy is one of social, economic and environmental balance, and their specialties come from local farming and fishing. Chez Bouquet features genuine flavour combined with designers’ trendy cuisine. La Muse offers several choices of package deals, including a tour of the beautiful Charlevoix region. Take your gal pals on a scenic return trip from Montmorency to Baie-St-Paul on the Charlevoix light rail. Included in this package is one night at Auberge La Muse, a table d’hôtedinner at Chez Bouquet, a cocktail from Charlevoix, a full breakfast the nextmorning à la carte Chez Bouquet, and coffee or tea at the bistro. Auberge la Muse
14. Le Royal Laurentien
Located in Saint-Faustin-Lac-Carré in the Mont-Tremblant area, Le Royal Laurentien is a 4-star tourist resort, offering a host of on-site leisure activities,sports and outdoor activities for everyone. The all-inclusive lodging offers the very best in 4-star chalet accommodations featuring 1 to 6 bedrooms, with stunning views of the lakes, mountains and natural beauty. They are equipped with a prestigious 18-hole golf course, bike and hiking trails, an in ground heated pool, massage service in your chalet, outdoor movies, volleyball, a tennis court, a private beach and evening campfires. A variety of winter activities are also offered. They offer many types of package deals, such as golf, bicycle rentals, a fondue dinner in the comfort of your chalet, and a Scandinavian spa getaway. Le Royal Laurentien
15. La Ferme 5 Étoiles
Located in Sacré-Coeur, this vacation center offers summer and winter activities in a natural farm/refuge setting. You will live a memorable getaway experience with friends as you take in the breathtaking landscaping of the majestic Saguenay Fjord, and discover domesticated and wild animals . Get up close with Luna and Jacob, the wolves, and take a nature walk among deer and moose. Stroll around the site at your leisure, and stay in a comfortable cottage, home or motel room. The site also offers a relaxation center with a spa, sauna and massage therapy. Every evening ends with a traditional sugar shack supper and live music fordancing, with an on-site bar. In the morning, treat yourselves to an all-you-can-eat brunch with yummy maple syrup on every table. La Ferme 5 Étoiles
16. La Maison du Bootlegger
This unique building located in La Malbaie is home to a lot of interesting history. It was often visited by American sailors during the prohibition, when alcohol was also banned here, by the church. The owner created a maze floor plan and attic capable of eluding suspicious intruders. Today, this house offers a festive party atmosphere with its renowned steakhouse and live music, sure to please every crowd! Elvis Presley had been known to visit in the past! Guided tours of the bootlegger’s home are offered every day and evening, showcasing the intricate concealed bars, hidden passageways and chambers; a very mysterious and intriguing place to visit! Guests stay at the Presbytery, which offers shuttle service to and from the Bootlegger. This unique girls’ getaway is a great little treasure trove of fun history! La Maison du Bootlegger
17. Chapelle Ste Agnès Vineyard
Located in the Sutton mountains of southern Québec, the Chapelle Ste Agnès vineyard was established in 1997 and is named after a stone chapel built several years earlier on the same site. The vineyard has over 7000 vines and is focused on the production of icewine and other dessert wines. The cellars of the Chapelle Ste Agnès vineyard are a large medieval style underground complex. It is preferable to book ahead for guided tours and accommodations, especially in the summer months. A variety of suites and rooms can be booked at the vineyard, and reservations include the guided tour, wine tasting activity, and a continental “Breakfast in aBasket”. They also offer 2 accommodations which are ultra eclectic: the Medieval Tower and the Perch, perfect for a girls’ weekend getaway! Chapelle Ste Agnès Vineyard
18. Le Festival de la Chanson
Every year around the end of June, Tadoussac hosts the Festival de la Chanson. This musical gathering offers 4 days of shows in a variety of venues. Bands and musicians are mostly from Québec, but a few in the past have been from other provinces and other countries. This event is lively and offers a great atmosphere for friends wanting to have some fun. Reserve early if you wish to attend this event and sleep over in Tadoussac, as things fill up months in advance! Tadoussac has an inn, a few smaller motels, and a campground for your convenience. The festival offers a convenient shuttle service to and from different locations within Tadoussac during the event. Le Festival de la Chanson
19. Gourmande de Nature
Located on the island of Cap-aux-Meules, on the Magdalen Islands, the Gourmande de Nature offers unique, gourmet cooking workshops to small groups. The owner and chef, Johanne Vigneau, will guide you and your friends through a fun, practical, and delicious learning experience. In a beautifully decorated, professional environment, and with all of the proper equipment, you and your friends will familiarize yourselves with the techniques of culinary art with the guidance of friendly, seasoned chefs. Most workshops are comprised of a theoretical and a practical component, and your culinary creations can be savored and accompanied with a fine wine. The Gourmande de Nature also has a boutique selling many of their locally-made, fresh products. Gourmande de Nature
20. Le Massif de Charlevoix Ski Resort
Located at Petite-Rivière-Saint-François, Le Massif is one of Québec’s premiere ski resorts. It offers over 50 different ski trails for all levels of expertise, from easy to expert. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to perfect your technique, Le Massifde Charlevoix’s Snow School offers a full range of private lessons and personalized sessions. A passionate team of certified instructors is sure to make your experience fun and fulfilling.Grab a quick lunch at the Café du coin, and after a long day on the slopes,relax with a great meal and a glass of wine at the Summit cafeteria. They have a varied menu, with generous servings and no fried foods. Later in the evening, you and your friends can live it up at the Grand Duc Pub,a festive place where renowned DJs perform, and the Sleeman Shows-Z-après-ski Series takes place. Le Massif de Charlevoix Ski Resort
21. Lac-Témiscouata National Park
This park protects a part of the natural region of Monts Notre-Dame. Hiking, cycling, boating, and discovery activities are a great way for you and your friends to experience the spirit of this place and fully appreciate the history of this unspoiled natural setting. With a history dating back to 10 000 years, it’s hard to resist an archaeological dig activity, guided by an experienced digger, in the “Investigation in the Garden of Memories”. If your group is looking for a more playful activity, you can all slip into the moccasins of a Malecite family and embark on a rabaska canoe for a trip through time.Everything is available on-site for your visit, from campsites or fully-equipped huts, to equipment rentals. Pack up your gal pals for an amazing weekend! Lac-Témiscouata National Park
22. Pohénégamook Santé Plein Air
The Pohénégamook Santé Plein Air resort offers so much for visitors, whether you decide to spend a weekend in the winter or opt for a summer getaway. There is sliding, skating, snowshoeing and ice fishing, as well as boating, swimming and beach activities; all while being close to nature. It has a health center where you are invited to go relax and be pampered in a natural forest environment. They offer full body care and massage therapy to relax you and your friends. Be sure to also take advantage of their unique Nordic sauna. There is a great adult-oriented restaurant on-site to satisfy your appetites: Le Shack Bistro-Bar offers a unique ambiance in a rustic decor, and a menu to please every palate. Pohénégamook Santé Plein Air
23. Studio Parallèle Pole Fitness
Explore Quebec City, and then as part of your vacation try pole-dancing. Studio Parallèle offers girls’ party activities in a laid-back, non-judgemental environment. Learn a short choreography to your favorite song with your friends while having a blast in this festive environment. The studio is equipped with 9 poles and can accommodate up to 18 people. Beverages are offered, as well as photos from your evening together. No matter your age or fitness level, Studio Parallèle will put you at ease right away, as you leave all reservations at the door, allowing them to bring out your creative, fun and sexy side. Studio Parallèle Pole Fitness
24. Canyon Des Portes de l’Enfer
The Hell’s Gate Canyon, located in Rimouski, is the perfect getaway for nature lovers and adventure seekers. It offers beautiful waterfalls, 14 km of hiking trails, and a 63-m high suspended footbridge. With GPS in hand, head out in search of clues on this trail-blazing adventure! Each marker along the course offers clues that will guide you to the next marker, until you and your friends reach the final destination. This natural forest area offers camping, lodging and a restaurant for your weekend stay. Canyon Des Portes de l’Enfer
25. Montreal
What not to do in Montreal, Quebec’s cultural capital? Wander the streets of Old Montreal, explore Notre Dame Basilica, throw dice at Montreal Casino “Loto-Quebec”, hike Mont-Royal and go on a bike tour ! If you have dreamed of being a mermaid, join for an AquaMermaid class!
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