tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241 2007-11-05T17:21:23Z Information on the trip to Québec city being offered by M. Saunoi-Sandgren, Mme Johnson, and M. Swanson Movable Type Publishing Platform 4.01 tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2936 2007-11-05T17:18:38Z 2007-11-05T17:21:23Z

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I wanted to take this opportunity to let everyone know that this was one of the best groups I have ever traveled with. I was impressed by the extent to which our students used their French. The efforts made by...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson I wanted to take this opportunity to let everyone know that this was one of the best groups I have ever traveled with. I was impressed by the extent to which our students used their French. The efforts made by everyone to concentrate and pay attention when so much information was being presented in French were also incredible. Our students were polite, courteous, and made continuous efforts to respect cultural differences. We had the fewest number of complaints about noise in the hotel that I can recall having. On our return flight, most of the members of the group were in a small section in the back of the plane. One of the other passengers complimented our students saying, "I didn't even realize there was a group of students here with us." We also received many other compliments on how well behaved our students were and on their ability to use and understand French. Thank you for entrusting us with your children. Working with a group like this is what makes giving our time so worthwhile. Monsieur Swanson tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2895 2007-10-21T02:54:08Z 2007-10-21T03:01:13Z

Everyone, We are at the end of our trip (tears), everybody has packed their 5 liters of maple syrup and 3 hockey sticks. We will be arriving from Detroit at 6:04pm at the lovely MPLS/ST PAUL International airport tomorrow...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson Everyone, We are at the end of our trip (tears), everybody has packed their 5 liters of maple syrup and 3 hockey sticks. We will be arriving from Detroit at 6:04pm at the lovely MPLS/ST PAUL International airport tomorrow on flight NW 0757. If I were you I would check on the flight time arrival considering that we are flying NWA... Quebecly yours, PS: we had an absolute blast during this trip, reserve your spot early for next year's 2009 Québec trip... Mr. Saunoi ..... I reminded Monsieur Saunoi that next year's trip will actually be next year and not in 2009. Monsieur Saunoi has had some problems with headaches this trip (see picture), so I won't hold it against him.]]> tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2894 2007-10-21T02:37:46Z 2007-10-21T02:53:47Z

We were told the the falls here are 90 feet taller than those at Niagara. I've never been there so I can't make much of a comparison. I can tell you that the falls are very impressive. From the walking...

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I'll be putting everything on a DVD over the next week or two. Let me know if you want a copy. If you have pictures you are willing to share with everyone please send them to me on a CD,...

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It is now our last night in Québec. We just returned from La cabane à Pierre. We will be having breakfast our final group breakfast tomorrow morning at the hotel. Here is our flight information: NWA 757 from Detroit to...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson NWA 757 from Detroit to arrive at 6:04 at MSP. Please meet us by the baggage claim and be sure to check with M. Saunoi, Mme Johnson or M. Swanson before leaving the airport.]]> tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2888 2007-10-20T02:36:36Z 2007-10-20T04:52:32Z

After dinner we went to Artillery Parc and were treated to a English tea ceremony reinacted as if it were 1832. We learned how to prepare, serve and drink that new English tea which is all the rage in...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson After dinner we went to Artillery Parc and were treated to a English tea ceremony reinacted as if it were 1832. We learned how to prepare, serve and drink that new English tea which is all the rage in London - Earl Grey or Earl Gray. ]]> tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2887 2007-10-20T02:29:15Z 2007-10-20T02:35:29Z

We did really make it. This is a picture of the group on the fortifications which surround le vieux Québec. This was taken this morning after a wonderfully elegant breakfast served to us on fine china in the Parliament...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson We did really make it. This is a picture of the group on the fortifications which surround le vieux Québec. This was taken this morning after a wonderfully elegant breakfast served to us on fine china in the Parliament of Québec.]]> tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2884 2007-10-19T01:45:18Z 2007-10-19T02:27:26Z

Our first day highlites: Breakfast in the hotel. The night was uneventful. Everyone seemed to sleep well. We had breakfast in the hotel and headed out for our group photo - the Chateau Frontenac as our backdrop. Walking tour of...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson Walking tour of parts of la vielle ville - learned about different periods of the history of Québec. Morning tour of the lower town. You can see the first church built in La Nouvelle France - Notre Dame des Victoires - behind M. Swanson, Mme Johnson & M. Saunoi. We learned about the influence of Louis XIV on La Nouvelle France. We also took the stairs called "casse-cou." The Musée de la civilisation featured exhibits on Dragons, the history of Québec and the Québecois, and several other topics. We broke up into smaller groups for lunch. Monsieur Saunoi is a three-headed monster. Check the picture: ]]> tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2881 2007-10-18T04:58:41Z 2007-10-18T04:59:17Z

Everyone, After a hour delay we left Minneapolis to arrive safe and well in Montréal where Francis our guide awaited us. The bus ride to Québec (about 3 hours) was fine. We stopped on the way at a buffet where...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson Everyone, After a hour delay we left Minneapolis to arrive safe and well in Montréal where Francis our guide awaited us. The bus ride to Québec (about 3 hours) was fine. We stopped on the way at a buffet where kids enjoyed cuisse de grenouille (some actually tried) and lots of ice cream. We arrive at the hotel at 10:30 tired but happy. Tomorrow breakfast is at 8:30, which gives us some time to sleep in. Quebecly yours, Mr. Saunoi tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2880 2007-10-18T04:41:08Z 2007-10-18T04:46:50Z

Our flight out of MSP was delayed by an hour, but that was the worst of our problems. Everyone made it. So did the luggage. After arriving in Montréal we took the bus to Trois Rivières where we had dinner...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson Our flight out of MSP was delayed by an hour, but that was the worst of our problems. Everyone made it. So did the luggage. After arriving in Montréal we took the bus to Trois Rivières where we had dinner at a Chinese buffet. I think everyone was surprised by the quality of the food that we had. We were on the bus for about an additional hour and checked into the hotel around 11:00 pm. Fortunately, we get to sleep in to 8:00 am tomorrow. Bonne nuit! Monsieur Swanson tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2840 2007-10-04T16:18:55Z 2007-10-04T16:50:23Z

1. Filled out luggage tags. You MUST have the tag on your luggage. We will distribute them at the airport. 2. Went through the itinerary. Things are tight so you need to be on time. 3. Discussed Hotel. Once we...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson luggage tags. You MUST have the tag on your luggage. We will distribute them at the airport. 2. Went through the itinerary. Things are tight so you need to be on time. 3. Discussed Hotel. Once we are in for the night everyone is expected to stay in their own room (unless there is an emergency). There is a security guard checking our rooms all night long. 4. Discussed electronics. NO CELL PHONES. IPods are allowed, but you are expected to be polite about thier use - not on short bus rides since the guide will be speaking and interacting with everyone. 5. Discussed arrival at airport. Be at the airport in the group checkin area by 11:30 (not the parking lot). 6. Discussed security rules. You MUST have a passport. Limited quantity of liquids allowed as carryon. 7. Increased expenses. Because of the decreasing value of the dollar, things are going to be more expensive than last year, and are generally more expensive than in the U.S. 8. PASSPORT must be in hand at the airport. DO NOT PACK YOUR PASSPORT IN YOUR LUGGAGE.]]> tag:blogs.moundsparkacademy.org,2007:/quebec2007//241.2813 2007-09-27T02:54:30Z 2007-09-27T03:09:55Z

Here is our flight information from Language and Friendship. MPAFlightInfoQB.pdf...

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This is the latest version (9/25/07) MPAQuebec07.pdf...

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Look for an updated itinerary and packing list this week. Do you have your passport?...

Monsieur Swanson panthers.moundsparkacademy.org/~jswanson Look for an updated itinerary and packing list this week. Do you have your passport?