Travel, Leisure and Recreation

Have you been dreaming of visiting a truly cosmopolitan city that has old world charm and a definite French flair but isn’t an ocean away? You don’t have to dream any longer. You just have to cross the Canadian border to find yourself in one of the most unique urban areas of North America. Whether you are looking for arts and entertainment or for some of the most beautiful scenery and finest dining in Canada, you need to look no further than Montreal to find a vacation destination that is perfect for you.

If fine dining is what tempts you to visit a city, Montreal will offer you dozens of great restaurants, most of them within an easy walk from almost any of the downtown hotels. With fare ranging from the finest French cuisine to a real slice of Italy, the city offers a unique blend of foods in flavors you might not find anywhere else, except, of course, on a grand tour of Europe. Want to add some adventure to your dinner? Why not try taking a dinner cruise? Sit back and sip some very good wine and then enjoy a first class meal along with some breathtaking scenery. If you love to visit cities where the food is an art and not an industry, then Montreal is a great destination to tempt your traveling palette.

Of course, you will be in need of a place to stay during your visit. From the charm of stone wrought walls and fireplaces to the ultra-modern conveniences of a high-rise with a view, the city boasts dozens of fine hotels, along with a scattering of bed and breakfasts and other types of vacation rentals. With prices that range from affordable to extravagant, you will certainly be able to find the perfect place to stay in beautiful Montreal.

Located on an island, Montreal’s bustling downtown district is only a short distance from the modern airport. It is equally accessible by highway. In addition, many tourists love to rent or charter boats for travel around the city. By air, land and sea, Montreal has many unique and charming experiences to offer its visitors. Throughout the city, museums, art galleries and shops of all sorts abound. Some of the finest boutiques in the country are dotted about the city of Montreal. After all, everyone knows the city has very French roots, and who knows fashion like the French?

If you are looking for some Montreal travel ideas, you can visit their city website, or one of the many other websites that help promote tourism and travel throughout the country, such as Canada 411. Of course, you can still book your hotel through any of the standard travel websites here in the States, too. Remember, however, that you’ll need to read up on travel requirements and restrictions for your trip. After all, Canada is a foreign country, and Montreal is its own special blend of Europe and America on an island just waiting for you.