Although cottagers have long known the joys of skinny dipping and (secluded) nude sunbathing, public nudity has been tucked carefully away until recently.
Bonjour-hi!" Québec's signature greeting brings a thrill each time I cross the international border. While French gets top billing for the official business, Québec is.
Montrealers are very laid back and open-minded, but you'll probably receive a few angry looks and surely a visit from the cops if you decide to get fully undressed at Verdun Beach to work on your tan this summer. There are no official nude beaches in Quebec, but there are some spots by the water where nudity is a tradition, or at least used to be.
Quebec has plenty of options for summer and fall views, but it's in the winter that the province's national parks really shine (literally, don't go snowblind). From the Montreal classics to far-off road trip goals, this list has a wintry walking activity for everyone.
Autumn is quite possibly the most romantic time of year in Quebec, but the crisp air and changing leaves seem to come and go faster than one can say "câlisse de tabarnak je les ai déjà raté." The best way to enjoy the season fully is a spontaneous day trip to, well, there are almost infinite options.