Travel to Quebec City (Page 2): As a Canadian, I've all my body and lens registered with canadian custom so there would be no question upon returning, I've learned from buying a bag in...

Fotoserj Loc: St calixte Qc Ca

As a Canadian, I've all my body and lens registered with canadian custom so there would be no question upon returning, I've learned from buying a bag in fort huron mi an declaring it I was ask all kind of questions about my camera and lens, luckily I had my bills of sale and was able to prove the origin of my équipement, as of CPB may i suggest you check with US custom service about your returning, while you're in Québec check Gosselin photo store in Ste foy, you might find something interesting

Fotoserj Loc: St calixte Qc Ca

You might also take a trip across the river, there is a belvedere a top the cliff that offer a very nice view of the château Frontenac and the basse ville sous le cap, go there a bit before sunset you should be coming back with some good shot

rdemarco52 Loc: Wantagh, NY

The Old City has the feel of Paris. It is a wonderful place.

Morning Star Loc: West coast, North of the 49th N.

Gitchigumi wrote:

My wife and I are planning to be Quebec City in mi... (show quote)

No issues with your gear coming to Canada, that I'm aware off.
However, if you still have them, may I suggest bringing your sales receipts, or photocopies thereof?
Or, register the lot with US customs before leaving the States. With the difference in dollar exchange, you may be asked if you bought the items in Canada and provide proof...

We are planning to use a taxi during our visit. Not sure we would want or need a car. Is that a safe bet? We will be there for a week.

Fotoserj Loc: St calixte Qc Ca

You should plan to more stay, one in winter time with the carnaval and one sommer for the many festival.

machia Loc: NJ

Drip Dry McFleye wrote:

Even if you are not a very religious person but especially if you are, consider visiting St. Ann's cathedral. I thought it was really worth seeing. I've been there twice.

I was at St. Anne's in 1965 . Wonderful architecture . French Gothic I think .

photoman022 Loc: Manchester CT USA

We stayed at the Holiday Inn in downtown Quebec (it maybe the Ramada Inn because they keep changing the name and stuff. I don't know why). It is within easy walking distance of everything you will want to see and do.

My one photo tip is that you take the ferry between Quebec and Laval (across the St. Lawrence River); do it early in the morning and you'll get some great overall shots of the Frontenac and the old city. It will probably be the only photos you get without a lot of people milling about in them.

tequilacvx Loc: Sarasota, FL

Have been to Toronto three times. Toronto is a great city to explore and has plenty of photogenic scenes. Good choice.I am a "photo enthusiast; Not a Pro. Have traveled much of the world, lugging CANON bodies, lens, peripherals and tripod.All bundled into a compact backpack, weighing approximately 25 pounds. In my old age, rather than continue being a "mule" for my photography. Got smart. Instead, traded in much of my stuff and streamline by travels to a new SONY RX-10iv. Recently traveled to Bermuda and Nassau, getting acquainted with the Sony. In all events, customs and immigration were never a problem. My web page (FLIKR) is https://www.flickr.com/photos/104410459@N08/
A final NOTE: New York LaGuardia Airport is the worse AP in the world. Clearing in from overseas is like entering a 3rd World country.

MtnMan Loc: ID

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Morning Star wrote:

No issues with your gear coming to Canada, that I'm aware off.
However, if you still have them, may I suggest bringing your sales receipts, or photocopies thereof?
Or, register the lot with US customs before leaving the States. With the difference in dollar exchange, you may be asked if you bought the items in Canada and provide proof...

We are planning to use a taxi during our visit. Not sure we would want or need a car. Is that a safe bet? We will be there for a week.

No issues bringing your camera stuff back to the US. Don't fret or waste your time about reciepts.

Things are generally more expensive in Canada. They get the exchange rate.

revhen Loc: By the beautiful Hudson

All good advice. It's like visiting Europe only on this side of the pond. We walked the walls -- many moons ago. As several have indicated, you don't need transportation inside the old city. The drive suggested outside is also most interesting. You might check out B&Bs for lodging. Enjoy!

Morning Star Loc: West coast, North of the 49th N.

MtnMan wrote:

No issues bringing your camera stuff back to the US. Don't fret or waste your time about reciepts.

Things are generally more expensive in Canada. They get the exchange rate.

I know that is true for many things, even after dollar conversion.
Not true for everything however. I just checked the Olympus websites, US and Canada.
OM-D E-M5 is listed as US$999.99 on the US website and CAD$1000 on the Canadian website.
Convert the Canadian price to US, and it's about US $728.00.
Depending on how much the States allows you to bring back, customs sure could be interested in this.
I have found when crossing the border in either direction, sales receipts are good proof of purchase.

Photocraig

Pegasus wrote:

Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupre is NOT a cathedral; it's a basilica. The cathedral for the archdiocese of Quebec is Notre-Dame de Quebec.

It's important to have these things straight.

I have been sternly corrected for misusing the proper designations by clergy from ALL faiths. It is a matter of respect for them, so tread carefully and ASK! The're glad for your interest and the chance to tell you EVERYTHING!

Have a fabulous trip to Quebec, OP>

jimneotech Loc: Michigan

Drip Dry McFleye wrote:

Even if you are not a very religious person but especially if you are, consider visiting St. Ann's cathedral. I thought it was really worth seeing. I've been there twice.

revhen Loc: By the beautiful Hudson

Photocraig wrote:

I have been sternly corrected for misusing the proper designations by clergy from ALL faiths. It is a matter of respect for them, so tread carefully and ASK! The're glad for your interest and the chance to tell you EVERYTHING!

Have a fabulous trip to Quebec, OP>

"Cathedral" comes from the Latin word for "chair," indicating the throne of the ruling bishop. A basilica is the type of buiding. Now you know more than you ever wanted to!