Craft beer, a brewery museum and live entertainment

Les Brasseurs du Temps brewpub is well known in Quebec for its fine regional cuisine and local beers. But did you know that it also houses a beer museum and two lively performance spaces, Le Cabaret du temps qui brasse and the dining room mainstage? Talk about having everything under one roof!

Get carried away… at the Salon du livre de l’Outaouais!

This year’s Salon du livre de l’Outaouais (SLO) coincides with spring break. From February 28 to March 3, follow this year’s theme, “The Mighty River: Get Carried Away,” and meet hundreds of authors, including Patrick Senécal, honorary chair of the 2013 SLO. Bring the whole family for a day of free lectures, special activities and live entertainment.

Cross-country skiing in Blue Sea

Nature lovers are sure to enjoy the 10 km of cross-country ski trails in the municipality of Blue Sea. Along the trail, stop at the log shelter and warm up by the wood stove! 

Couples’ outdoor getaway

Celebrate the last days of winter with a couples’ outdoor getaway in the Collines-de-l’Outaouais. After an invigorating day of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing in legendary Gatineau Park or speeding down the slopes at one of the Outaouais region’s five ski centres, enjoy a superb meal at L’Orée du Bois, then snuggle up together for the night. And there are lots of cosy rooms to choose from at La Grange B&B, the Wunderbar Hotel, Auberge Old Chelsea B&B, and Auberge de Mon Petit Chum B&B!

Bright ideas for spring break fun

Are you looking for things to do during spring break? The Outaouais region to the rescue! We’ve got activities for every member of the family, from toddlers to teens and sports nuts to nature lovers. Between our national museums, IMAX Theatre, Parc Oméga, Altitude Gym, Tubes & Jujubes, Top Karting, and dozens of outdoor activities, you’ll never run out of ideas. And for a worry-free holiday, why not book an all-inclusive family package at the Fairmont Le Château Montebello, the Centre touristique La Petite Rouge vacation resort, or the Centre touristique du Lac-Simon?

Relaxation and fine food

Life is meant to be enjoyed, especially when it comes to relaxation and fine food! The Outaouais region is home to the largest spa in North America, Nordik Spa–Nature. March 28 and April 25 are “Lounge Thursdays” featuring a live DJ. Before or after your spa visit, drop by the Casino du Lac‑Leamy, where you’ll find lots more than gaming tables! A superb dining experience awaits you at the elegant Le Baccara, one of Quebec’s three CAA/AAA Five Diamond restaurants, and at Arôme Seafood and Grill.