Why did we wait so long? I can see why people are hooked on cruises. It was just a wonderful experience for us.

Saturday. Departure from Montreal. I was most impressed with the organization and quick way we were processed on to the ship. One tip - take a taxi to the embarkation as they must drive up a long ramp to the site. I saw some folks pulling their luggage into the terminal. They still had a way to go once reaching it.

Sunday - Quebec City. A beautiful place with the glamorous Frontenac Hotel overlooking the river. Walked around the Citadel, taking a tip to approach it from the right side around the hotel (non river side), as the walk is not as steep. Went around the Citadel and walked down the stairs leading to the Frontenac. Went into its Le St-Laurent Bar for a beer. Nice bartender, beer a bit pricey, but how many times will you go to such a historic place. You will need to get an access card from him to go to the rest room. There is a lot of tourist traffic in and out of the hotel. Read more