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CN Tower
Torontos iconic CN Tower, a marvel of 1970s engineering, looks like a giant concrete hypodermic needle. Its function as a communications tower takes a backseat to relieving tourists of as much cash possible: riding those glass elevators up the highest freestanding structure in the
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Vieux
Montréals Old Port has morphed into a park and fun zone paralleling the mighty St Lawrence River for 2.5km and punctuated by four grand quais . Locals and visitors alike come here for strolling, cycling and in-line skating. Cruise boats, ferries, jet boats and speedboats all depart
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Roosevelt Campobello International Park
The southernmost green area of Campobello Island is this 1200-hectare park. Its biggest visitor attraction is the Roosevelt Cottage , the 34-room lodge where Franklin D Roosevelt grew up (between 1905 and 1921) and visited periodically throughout his time as US president (1933–45).
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Royal Ontario Museum
Celebrating its centennial in 2014, the multidisciplinary ROM is Canadas biggest natural history museum and one of the largest museums in North America. Youll either love or loathe the synergy between the original heritage buildings at the main entrance on Bloor St and the 2007 add
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Grizzly Bear Interpretive Centre
Coming face to face with a fully grown grizzly bear might not seem like a good idea to anyone who values their life, unless the bear happens to be Boo, Kicking Horse Mountain Resorts resident critter, who’s lived on a large mountainside refuge since arriving as an orphaned cub in 2
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Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve & Haida Heritage Site
This huge Unesco World Heritage site, with a name thats a mouthful, encompasses Moresby and 137 smaller islands at its southern end. It combines a time-capsule look at abandoned Haida villages, hot springs, amazing natural beauty and some of the continents best kayaking.Archaeologi
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Québec City Carnaval
Even though I’ve lived in Québec for the better part of a decade, I don’t always have the time to fully experience what the province has to offer. Take the Carnaval de Québec, for example. I’ve seen a few ice canoe races, cheered Bonhomme (the cuddly mascot) along the parade route and marveled at
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Le Massif de Charlevoix
One of the many myths about people who live in northern countries (like, ahem, Canada) is that we are all adept at winter sports. Not so. Apart from ice-skating and a rudimentary knowledge of tobogganing, I am no more than a novice winter sportswoman.
The first time I went skiing, which was two ye
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Discover the Joie de Vivre of Montréal & Québec City
Montréal at night. Photo © Artur Staszewski, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
The province of Québec is a place all its own: It’s a country within a country with its own traditions, architecture, and language. Its two major cities, Montréal and Québec City, illustrate the diverse character
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A Quick Guide to Québécois Food
A classic poutine. Photo © JoePhoto, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Over the past 400 years or so Québec has developed its own cuisine; some foods are variations on old French recipes and some are creations that are uniquely their own. In the early days of the colony much of Québec society
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Montréal on a Budget
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Montréal. Photo © Art_InTheCity, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Montréalers are all about having the highest standard of living on the smallest possible budget. That’s part of what makes Montréal such an attractive city in the first place. Sure, you can still enjoy
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The 10-Day Best of Montréal and Québec City
The streets of Vieux-Montréal. Photo © Bryce Edwards, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Ten days is the perfect length of time to visit both Montréal and Québec City, allowing you to dedicate enough time to experience Montréal’s legendary nightlife and Québec City’s historic center, with a fe
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Trip Planning: Where to Go in Québec City
Château Frontenac in Vieux-Québec. Photo © Jamie McCaffrey, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Québec City by NeighborhoodFor those traveling to Québec City, here’s a helpful list of must-see sights and attractions in the city’s various neighborhoods.
Vieux-Québec’s Upper Town
Les
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Montréal’s Underground City
The pedestrian walkways of Montréal’s Underground. Photo © Tony Hisgett, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Montréal’s Underground City has turned from legendary to legend. Though it is true that below the city’s streets and skyscrapers there are 32 kilometers of underground tunnels
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Exploring Montréal and Québec City with Sacha Jackson
1. What advice can you offer for first-time visitors to Montréal and Québec City?
Get ready to walk. The best way to see both cities is by foot (yes, even in the dead of winter). Montréal’s not as sprawling as most North American cities, so it’s fun to wander. In Québec City walking is really the
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Trip Planning: Where to Go in Montréal
The Quartier des Spectacles in Montréal. Photo © art in the city, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Montréal NeighborhoodsFor those traveling to Montréal, here’s a helpful list of the top sights and attractions in the city’s various neighborhoods.
Vieux-Montréal
You’ll be captivated by the he
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Plan a Romantic Weekend Getaway in Montréal or Québec City
Spend a romantic afternoon at Montréal’s botanical gardens. Photo © Robert Lafond, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
For a short, romantic getaway, Montréal offers the perfect balance of sightseeing and nightlife. Whether it’s a moonlit walk along the Vieux-Port or a dinner at one of th
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Poutine: Quebéc’s Culinary Classic
Poutine is truly Quebéc’s culinary triumph. Photo © Crispin Semmens, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
In order to really understand Quebéc culture, you have to understand poutine. In recent years the province’s proudest export is a greasy, heavy treat best eaten after the bars have shu
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Arts and Culture in the Greater Montréal Area
Émile Proulx-Cloutier and Jean Marchand on stage at the Segal Centre for Performing arts during the 2010 run of Old Wicked Songs. Photo © US Embassy Canada, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
Greater MontréalIf Québec is known for one thing, it’s the circus. Between unconventional circuse
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Summer Festivals in Montréal
The Brutopia booth at the 2009 Mondial de la Bière, Canada’s largest beer festival. Photo © Patrick, licensed Creative Commons Attribution.
There are many festivals that take place during the summer in Montréal. From Fantasia Film Festival to Heavy MTL, learn more about the exciting
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