Published 28th Jun. 2021
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In this article, we give you twelve useful tips to make life easier when travelling in Quebec. So here are our do's and don't in Quebec from our specialists.
1
Say 'good morning' and 'goodbye'.
2
Avoid comparisons with France or the United States.
3
21 East or 21 West? In Montreal each address has two possibilities, so be specific when travelling Quebec.
4
If a French-speaking Quebecois tells you to 'tire-toi une buche' (literally: 'get yourself a log!') actually means: 'take a seat'.
5
Quebec natives do not like whingers.
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Don't forget, tips are an essential wage supplement.
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In Quebec, we ALWAYS say the truth...
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We stop before the crossing, the traffic light is in front of you.
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Join the queue: here we get on a train 1 by 1.
10
Here, everybody is "Tu".
11
Do NOT feed the wildlife.
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...is it freezing cold? Dress like an onion, layer your warm clothes in Quebec.
Cover photo: Tourisme Québec/Sylvain Majeau
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