I hear you Addie, not sure it is worth introducing spouses to the existence of this forum.

I think Quebec City (smaller) does a better job with the tourists. I really love old Quebec and the nice restaurants and bistros. I reccomend both cities for folks who do not want to fly to Europe and get hammered by the Euro! Hey, it is not France but it is definatelly a unique area in North America that I think more people should explore.