November is a grey, drab month for many of us: The change back to standard time, darkness in early evening, and the return of cold weather. However, we’ve found some original ideas in the Laurentians to make the most of this month and help fight off the November blahs:
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Fall in the Laurentians
Summer might be ending, but that’s never a reason to be sad in the Laurentians! The fall colour season has arrived in the region in all its grandiosity. The verdant scenery slowly lights up with a thousand and one shimmering shades, and the Laurentian nature completes its transformation into a massive multicolored abstract. After the heat waves of summer, it’s time to come and admire the region’s ardent and mountainous landscapes in cooler air. Fall in the Laurentians means vibrant moments magnified by flamboyant landscapes.
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Reconnect with your loved one at the heart of an enchanting landscape! The Laurentians are the ideal location for a lovers’ getaway. There’s also an incredible and vast selection of couple’s activities. Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a bucolic date at one of the region’s vineyards. Whether you prefer a couple’s picnic or a romantic gourmet dinner, the Laurentians have a wealth of dreamy locations where you can share a great meal for two. Late sunsets in summer offer lots of opportunities for a romantic stroll. Walk hand in hand through an idyllic lavender field as the sun goes down or cuddle up on the deck of a boat to admire the view. The region’s magnificent scenery is sure to bring you closer.
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Hiking the Laurentians
The Laurentians are full of breathtaking landscapes to discover. In this fabulous decor, come and make your adventure a reality in a getaway atmosphere in the heart of nature. Experience wide open spaces where wildlife flourishes before your eyes. The region is your playground. Get out there!
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The vast, wild Laurentians offer outdoor enthusiasts an unparalleled selection of parks in which to enjoy their favourite adventure activities. During the summer, activity options are aplenty: hiking, water sports of all kinds, horseback riding, wildlife and plant interpretation, fishing, and cycling. You can even camp or spend a night in a shelter—both excellent ways to discover the beauty of nature, year-round. Make the most of our beautiful outdoors in the Laurentian parks!
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Create the package deal of your dreams in the Laurentians!
In the Laurentians, there’s a package deal for everyone and every budget! Whether for a vacation with family or friends, or for a romantic getaway, the Laurentians are the perfect destination! Take advantage of a selection of tempting offers and package deals, all wonderful white season long. A variety of lodging options, outdoor activities, spas, and fine dining—make sure to take a look while you plan your vacation!
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The parks of the Laurentians are renowned as wonderful wild places to have fun and enjoy the fresh air. Laurentian parks have so much to offer: visitors can choose from a wide array of unique activities. With so many options, you may just have to toss a coin to decide what to do first!
Overlooking a lake, at the foot of the Laurentians’ second highest mountain, and a few minutes from Mont-Tremblant, Mont Blanc had everything to please us. With its fun activities for children and condos for all tastes and budgets, we could not have found a better place to spend our family vacation.
Three types of accommodations were offered. After considering a Regular condo at the foot of the mountain for its great value, or the more luxurious Prestige model with an open space concept, we finally opted for a Deluxe unit. Nestled between two slopes of the mountain, it provided us with the comfort, conveniences, and intimacy we were looking for, in a personalized decor.
While my wife and I enjoyed our cozy cocoon and relaxing sports activities, all only a few steps away, the children literally took over the onsite aquatic facilities! After spending a few days swimming in the pool and lake, kayaking, and playing on the private beach and outdoor park, they were almost wishing it would rain as an excuse to go to Jungle Magique! With its 5,000-sq. ft. play area over four storeys, the Laurentians’ largest indoor park for children made quite an impression! During this time, we took advantage of the indoor pool, sauna, and steam bath before being treated to a well-earned massage. The following day, the whole family climbed the mountain together to have a picnic and enjoy the panoramic views of the region. Next time, we must try La Belle or La Bête, two of Mont-Tremblant’s most famous golf courses and the pride of Mont Blanc!
Fortunately, we still had a few days to discover many other family activities offered a few minutes from our condo: cycling, inline skating, bowling, go-karts, mini-golf, luge, ziplines, etc. And let’s not forget the boutiques, restaurants and cafés, and music events for all tastes presented in the downtown area and at Mont-Tremblant Holiday Resort.
With its affordable lodgings, warm welcome, and strategic location close to all the activities, Mont Blanc is much more than a ski resort. We learned firsthand that it is a real treasure to be discovered in the summer too!
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