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The St. Lawrence River is one of Quebec’s main attractions because of its grand beauty, rich history and impressive fauna and flora. Discover why it remains to this day an integral part of our everyday lives.

Quebec City is one of the most beautiful cities of the province. Let us take you through its every corner and learn why we consider it one of our jewels.

You haven't visited Tadoussac and the Charlevoix region yet? Benefit from our extended cruise-excursion season and meet the giants of the sea in the best observation site in the world: the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park!

The Gulf of the St. Lawrence River: the best whale watching site in the world. Why?

The Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park is one of the best spots to do whale watching as this location proves essential to their survival.

Isle-aux-Grues, a destination to discover during your next trip!

For over 300 years, pilots used to help navigators so they could reach their destination. For a long time, pilots could also count of lighthouse keepers.

Discover Montreal, our metropolis rich in entertainment for everybody.

If you are amazed by the beauty of whale pictures in books and on postcards, you should understand that it is the result of long hours spent observing and waiting for the right moment to immortalize these iconic marine mammals. Taking a good picture of whales is a challenge. You will need to prepare yourself upstream and follow these tips if you wish to capture these fast moments.

Are you planning a whale watching cruise for this summer and wondering what type of embarcation to choose, board a Zodiac or a boat?  Here is a list of characteristics for each option so you can choose the perfect cruise.

A pioneer in the cruise-excursion market in the Province of Quebec, the Hamel Family successfully transformed and diversified its services to offer passengers a unique experience aboard the Croisières AML vessels. Present in ten ports in the Province of Quebec and its seven regions, the family business is constantly renewing and innovating.

Here are ten facts you probably didn't know about the St. Lawrence River!

The Magdalen Islanders, with a livelihood mostly consisting of fishing and agriculture, have developed a gastronomy, specific to their region. Discover the diversity of creations and goods available, during your cruise of the Magdalen Islands aboard the CTMA Vacancier. Several businesses, as varied as they are unique, offer products that will delight you.

A few lucky passengers had the chance to see quite a show in the Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park! A group of humpback whales had fun around one of our Zodiacs for almost 20 minutes!

The Magdalen Islands archipelago has much to offer in terms of activities and culture but its flora and fauna makes it a truly unique destination in the province.

Let me tell you about the excursion of a lifetime, the ultimate holiday for nature lovers. Prepare yourself for a breathtaking experience and let your imagination guide you on this cruise to Île d’Anticosti and the Basse-Côte-Nord.

Eager to arrive on the Islands but wondering how to make the most of your stay? Here is a guide and a few suggestions to assure that you appreciate the atmosphere of the Magdalen Islands to the fullest.  Discover a variety of essential activities you must do when the CTMA Vacancier arrives at the dock, in this legendary island.