MONTREAL, QUEBEC

The traveler that craves a European flavor without having to trek great distances will find that Montreal is the perfect compromise. There is a Euro flair that permeates this city, creating a diverse and exciting culture that visitors find intoxicating. The Parisian atmosphere is intermingled with over fifty other ethnic communities that assist in creating the uniqueness of the metropolis. Assorted restaurants, festivals, boutiques, museums and historical landmarks have been given life as a result of these varied factors.

Montreal is a city full of life and history. The pulse of downtown is exhilarating and can be felt throughout many cultural vessels. Great jazz, cinemas and theaters offer a wide range of opportunity for visitors to experience the bustle of big city life. Take a walk or a bicycle ride down the many urban paths that link the city for a look into culturally diverse neighborhoods. A montage of nations abounds here among the nightlife, and it is easy to find a great local bar rooted in European essence.

In addition to being a pulsating city, Montreal is also a natural playground full of outdoor activities year round. A mountain finds itself at the heart while surrounding greenery and distinct seasons come together to form this beautiful landscape. There is access to an abundance of ski resorts in the winter and lush golf resorts during the warmer months. Hiking, skating and even tobogganing are all seasonal options that this charming city has to offer.

Montreal offers a historical, natural and cultural mix sure to provide even the most well traveled individual with a new and exciting experience. Get the adrenaline pumping with the rush of a downhill course, or feel the beat of decades past in the warmth of a quaint jazz bar. This urban city quilted with European comfort is sure to satisfy any travel bug.

Featured Hotels

• The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth
  At the center of Montréal's vibrant cultural and commercial district sits the city's grandest and most gracious hotel – The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth.

Featured Restaurants

• The Beaver Club
  Savor decadent five-star gourmet delights at the legendary Beaver Club.

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